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Calvin Asks: Should I play it safe or take a leap of faith?

CalvinTheEngineer
I’m a 30 something and I’m looking to change careers. I’ve been working in aerospace since I graduated and my job has become stagnant and unfulfilling. I’ve been thinking about a change and moving into the nuclear industry


I’m afraid that starting from scratch will mean exactly that for my salary. I can probably afford a small pay cut, but not going back to graduate wages. I’m also worried when looking for a job that I’ll fall into that trap of being ‘over-qualified’ that lots of recruiters use as a reason not to hire someone!


I know I’m going to be working for the next 30/40 years of my life and I want something that excites me, but should I play it safe or take a leap?


Undecided – Durham

 
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    Look before you leap. Do you really know:
    • What They Do? Perhaps do some networking and informational interviews with engineers already in the industry to find out.

    • Typical Work Environment?

    • Where jobs/employers are typically located?

    • What employers are looking for in terms of business, technical and industry skills/knowledge and how you are positioned relative to each?

    • How to become one and qualifications to become one?

    • Typical salary ranges?

    • Career advancement prospects?

    • Job/Company outlook and management culture?

    • Industry outlook and regulatory environment?

    • Related careers, if things don't work out (i.e. your plan B)


    Whatever you choose, before you leap: get smart, get social, get seen, and have a good rationale for why you are switching industries.  There are arguably better prospects for aerospace engineers in both aeronautics and astronautics, driven by new entrants, new technologies, new business models and increased investments to address growing markets, and related industries, where aerospace engineering skills are complementary and valued.
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    Look before you leap. Do you really know:
    • What They Do? Perhaps do some networking and informational interviews with engineers already in the industry to find out.

    • Typical Work Environment?

    • Where jobs/employers are typically located?

    • What employers are looking for in terms of business, technical and industry skills/knowledge and how you are positioned relative to each?

    • How to become one and qualifications to become one?

    • Typical salary ranges?

    • Career advancement prospects?

    • Job/Company outlook and management culture?

    • Industry outlook and regulatory environment?

    • Related careers, if things don't work out (i.e. your plan B)


    Whatever you choose, before you leap: get smart, get social, get seen, and have a good rationale for why you are switching industries.  There are arguably better prospects for aerospace engineers in both aeronautics and astronautics, driven by new entrants, new technologies, new business models and increased investments to address growing markets, and related industries, where aerospace engineering skills are complementary and valued.
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