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Laila
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I want a career in an area that involves space-related physics. What kinds of jobs are available besides a general astrophysicist or astronomer?
I want to be in a field that is physics dominated, but I am not entirely interested in common fields like engineering.
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Andrew Au
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Over the past few decades, the distinction between physics and engineering has become increasingly blurred. We can consider engineering as applied physics, whereas physics as an engineering application. Hence, there are a lot of jobs that are related to physics.
For example, I have three degrees in physics. After a one-year postdoctoral fellowship, I worked as a scientific consultant at NASA. It is not an astrophysics or astronomy job, but a technical job tackling various aspects of research and development (R&D).
For example, I have three degrees in physics. After a one-year postdoctoral fellowship, I worked as a scientific consultant at NASA. It is not an astrophysics or astronomy job, but a technical job tackling various aspects of research and development (R&D).
Katlynne Hytrek
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Hi Laila!
Exploring space and physics sounds really exciting! There are lots of jobs in this field, like developing new technologies for space rovers or working in space weather forecasting.
To get started, focus on building a strong foundation in STEM subjects. Take classes in math, science, physics, and computer science. Then pursue a bachelor's degree in one of these areas.
Since you're interested in space and physics, have you thought about the US Space Force? They work with NASA and offer many non-engineering careers, like human systems integration, cryptological analyst and space systems operator. They also have a ROTC program that can help with college and make it easier to become an officer. It might be worth checking out if any of these roles interest you!
Keep asking questions and stay curious. With your motivation, you'll do great things! Best of luck on your journey.
Build a strong STEM foundation
Look into Space Force career possibilities
Obtain a bachelor's in mathematics, science, physics, computer sciences, or engineering
Exploring space and physics sounds really exciting! There are lots of jobs in this field, like developing new technologies for space rovers or working in space weather forecasting.
To get started, focus on building a strong foundation in STEM subjects. Take classes in math, science, physics, and computer science. Then pursue a bachelor's degree in one of these areas.
Since you're interested in space and physics, have you thought about the US Space Force? They work with NASA and offer many non-engineering careers, like human systems integration, cryptological analyst and space systems operator. They also have a ROTC program that can help with college and make it easier to become an officer. It might be worth checking out if any of these roles interest you!
Keep asking questions and stay curious. With your motivation, you'll do great things! Best of luck on your journey.
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