Things to Do When You’re a Teleworking Aerospace Engineer or Aerospace Engineering Student
Many aerospace organizations are having their employees work from home to keep communities, especially the most vulnerable members, safe and healthy. AIAA applauds and supports this decision.
We encourage everyone to follow safety guidelines as set out by the WHO and CDC.
We understand you still have work to do and may be looking for new ways to connect while you telecommute. We can help.
If you’re a teleworking aerospace professional and have children at home, AIAA has some suggestions to keep your budding aerospace engineer busy.
Have time to update your research knowledge? Aerospace Research Central has more than 50 years’ worth of research papers.
Looking to start a conversation and hash out a technical topic? Go to Engage.
Interesting topics include:
- The Potential of Space Tourism
- Looking for mentors for The American Rocketry Challenge
- Best Colleges for Aerospace
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Looking to broaden your understanding of the latest issues in aerospace? Read Aerospace America.
Current Issue
The November issue of Aerospace America is live. Don't miss this month's featured story: "The West’s Boogeyman,” by Mike Gruss. Hypersonic glide vehicles and air-breathing versions of these weapons have prompted two U.S. administrations to pump billions of dollars into better radars and space instruments for tracking them so they can be targeted effectively. Gruss sorts the myth from the reality of the threat. Full Story
In November's Editor's Notebook, “Seeing Our Principles at Work,” Aerospace America Editor-in-Chief Ben Iannotta writes, “Here at the magazine, we strive to give you the truths that will equip you to shape the future of aerospace and live as well-informed members of the aerospace community and society. We do that by thinking independently, by listening and by recognizing that you are busy. Most of you have time for only the most important and fascinating developments. We have to tell you about those in a clear and compelling manner devoid of marketing speak.” Full Story
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Space Policy Pod
Given the current real-world challenges confronting all of us, AIAA has joined the MITRE Corporation and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce to produce this podcast series to examine events and ideas affecting the space sector. We hope the episodes serve as an enlightening discussion on the relevant topics of the day with insights from key policymakers in the field.
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Episode 21: Sean O’Keefe
26 May 2021
Former Administrator, NASA
Episode recorded 24 May 2021
Sean O’Keefe is University Professor and the Howard and Louise Phanstiel endowed Chair in Strategic Management and Leadership at the Syracuse University Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs. Previously, O’Keefe was Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Airbus Group Inc. Prior to joining Airbus, he was a company officer and Vice President of the General Electric Company following service as Chancellor of the Louisiana State University.
On four separate occasions O'Keefe served as a presidential appointee when he led NASA, as Secretary of the Navy, as Deputy Director of the Office of Management and Budget and Deputy Assistant to the President, and as Comptroller and CFO at the Defense Department.
O'Keefe is also a Fellow of the National Academy of Public Administration.
Podcasts
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Space Policy Pod
Given the current real-world challenges confronting all of us, AIAA has joined the MITRE Corporation and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce to produce this podcast series to examine events and ideas affecting the space sector. We hope the episodes serve as an enlightening discussion on the relevant topics of the day with insights from key policymakers in the field.
All Episodes | Subscribe! Spotify | Apple Podcasts - Episode 21: Sean O’Keefe
26 May 2021
Former Administrator, NASA
Episode recorded 24 May 2021
Sean O’Keefe is University Professor and the Howard and Louise Phanstiel endowed Chair in Strategic Management and Leadership at the Syracuse University Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs. Previously, O’Keefe was Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Airbus Group Inc. Prior to joining Airbus, he was a company officer and Vice President of the General Electric Company following service as Chancellor of the Louisiana State University.
On four separate occasions O'Keefe served as a presidential appointee when he led NASA, as Secretary of the Navy, as Deputy Director of the Office of Management and Budget and Deputy Assistant to the President, and as Comptroller and CFO at the Defense Department.
O'Keefe is also a Fellow of the National Academy of Public Administration.
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