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By Laura Cronin 10 Jan 2023 6 min read

Questions you may be asked in an Engineering interview

If you’re currently working somewhere, you most probably have gone through an interview to land the job you are currently doing. The interview is the most common way an employer ascertains wheth...

By Laura Cronin 21 Dec 2022 6 min read

“It’s a long road but stick with it” - my journey to becoming an Avionic Mechanic

We recently spoke with Aysha Zubair, Avionic Mechanic at Ryanair, about the path she's taken to get to her current role and her advice for those starting their careers in engineering. What firs...

By Laura Cronin 02 Dec 2022 4 min read

How much time does it typically take to pursue a career in Aerospace Engineering?

Are you here to give a flying start to your aerospace career? Aerospace engineers are responsible for some of mankind's incredible innovations. In addition to manufacturing aircraft and a...

Lutfullah, A Licensed Engineering Apprentice

By Laura Cronin 28 Nov 2022 6 min read

My path to receiving my category A maintenance licence

We recently spoke with Lutfullah Zahak, 'A' Licensed Engineering Apprentice at BA CityFlyer. He talked us through the path he's taken towards receiving his 'A' licence, what he'...

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Uzoma Anyigbo, Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Apprentice at British Airways

By Laura Cronin 23 Nov 2022 7 min read

“Each day is never the same” - my experience as an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Apprentice

We recently spoke with Uzoma Anyigbo, an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Apprentice at British Airways. He explained what made him pursue a career in engineering, what his apprenticeship has been like s...

Nicole, Apprentice Mechanic at British Airways Glasgow

By Laura Cronin 23 Nov 2022 7 min read

My journey so far as an Apprentice Mechanic

We recently spoke with Nicole Keenan, Apprentice Mechanic at British Airways Maintenance Glasgow. Nicole shared her journey so far, including what prompted her to pursue an apprenticeship, and her adv...

By Laura Cronin 18 Nov 2022 6 min read

What are the most important skills for aircraft engineers?

What are the most important skills for aircraft engineers? Aircraft engineers are specialised in the technological and scientific principles of an aircraft. They are primarily involved in the resea...

By Miguel Angel Sanz Perez 16 Nov 2022 6 min read

My experience as an aerospace engineering student

Miguel Ángel Sanz Pérez is an Aerospace Engineering student at the University of Cadiz in Spain. He spoke to us about his experience of his studies so far, his career goals, and his tips...

Nathan Lawson, apprentice aircraft mechanic

By Laura Cronin 14 Nov 2022 5 min read

Life as an Apprentice Aircraft Mechanic at British Airways

We recently caught up with Nathan Lawson, an Apprentice Aircraft Mechanic at British Airways. He told us about his experience so far as an apprentice, why he pursued a career in engineering, and his a...

By Laura Cronin 10 Nov 2022 7 min read

Life as a Development Engineer: working towards an emission-free future

We recently spoke with Charifan Osso, a Development Engineer working for H2Fly in Germany. Charifan shared the path that she's taken so far in her career, what her main responsibilities are a...

By Laura Cronin 28 Oct 2022 5 min read

What does the career path of an aircraft engineer look like?

A career in the aviation industry will give you opportunities to work with cutting-edge technology and some top-line organizations. As an aviation engineer, your work can cover various compon...

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