Aircraft have come a long way since the Wright brothers' first flight at Kitty Hawk in 1903. Aeronautical engineers work on aeroplanes that fly within the Earth's atmosphere, whereas astronomical engineers work on spacecraft that fly outside of the Earth's atmosphere. 

Aerospace engineers, who design and develop air and spacecraft, may be experts in a variety of areas, including as aerodynamics, propulsion, thermodynamics, structures, acoustics, or guidance and control systems. 

Aeronautical and astronautical engineers must be highly talented, as their designs are responsible for the safety of both people and equipment. They often require considerable post-college education and training. Creating innovative technology to compete in the defence and private aircraft industries might be difficult. 

In a competitive atmosphere, these engineers must be able to handle design deadlines and testing failures while continually developing inventive solutions. To do well in these positions, you must have a strong sense of curiosity and a willingness to constantly learn new technology. If seeing a jet fly overhead captures your mind and you have a knack for problem solving, this could be a satisfying career path for you.