From Automotive & Mechanical to eVTOL & Electrification
Bring EV powertrain, battery, and mechanical engineering experience into electric propulsion and eVTOL aircraft development for Advanced Air Mobility.
- EV powertrain & battery systems
- Mechanical design & CAD
- High-volume manufacturing & quality
- Thermal & structural analysis
Aerospace certification basics
Aircraft systems certify under FAA Part 23/CS-23 and special AAM rules — learn the framework.
Weight & safety margins
Aerospace design is weight- and reliability-driven; adapt automotive practices to flight margins.
Aircraft propulsion context
Understand distributed electric propulsion, rotor systems, and eVTOL configurations.
Powered-lift operating rules
The FAA SFAR (14 CFR Part 194) sets how the first powered-lift pilots and instructors are certified.
Read the guidePrograms that get you there
9 matching programs from our directory, ranked for this path.
Top-ranked aerospace engineering program with research in aerodynamics, propulsion, autonomy, and space systems. Home to the Gas Turbine Laboratory, Space Propulsion Laboratory, and Human Systems Laboratory.
Specialized aviation-focused university offering aerospace engineering at Daytona Beach and Prescott campuses. Strong industry partnerships and flight research facilities. Leader in UAS and AAM education.
Comprehensive aerospace program with strong research and industry ties. Focus on propulsion, structures, controls, and space systems. Large alumni network in defense and commercial aerospace.
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering department offering BS, MS, and PhD programs. Research strengths in fluid mechanics, combustion, autonomous systems, and space systems. Strong ties to Southern California aerospace industry and NASA JPL.
Ranked #5 graduate aerospace program. Known as the "Cradle of Astronauts" - 27 alumni have become astronauts including Neil Armstrong. Research excellence in propulsion, structures, aerodynamics, and space exploration.
Aerospace engineering within MAE department. Research strengths in autonomous systems, fluid mechanics, and space systems. Strong emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration.
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering department with research excellence in combustion, fluid dynamics, and propulsion. Strong focus on sustainable aviation and electric propulsion research.
Ranked #2 undergraduate and #4 graduate aerospace program nationally. Research in hypersonics, space systems, autonomous flight, and propulsion. Strong industry partnerships with Boeing, Lockheed Martin, and NASA.
Strong program in aerospace design, fluid mechanics, and structures. Close ties to Southern California aerospace industry including SpaceX, Northrop Grumman, and Boeing. Research in hypersonics and autonomous systems.
SkillBridge fellowships
For transitioning service members — gain aerospace experience before separation.
A DoD SkillBridge fellowship placing transitioning service members into Boeing manufacturing, quality, and engineering teams for the final phase of military service. Hands-on experience building commercial and defense aircraft with a direct pipeline to full-time roles.
A DoD SkillBridge corporate fellowship for transitioning service members interested in defense electronics, systems engineering, and platform sustainment. Clearance-friendly roles with strong veteran retention.