BEng Aerospace Engineering

Concordia University students in Aerospace Engineering acquire applied competence in a combination of laboratory classes, practical projects, and direct industry contact. The program curriculum is structured to challenge students to apply theoretical principles to real-world scenarios through the use of state-of-the-art facilities and equipment. Students study in leading-edge labs in aerodynamics, propulsion, avionics, and composite materials, and leverage Montreal's status as a global aerospace hub. The Co-op program offers paid work terms, with the opportunity to acquire meaningful professional experience with top aerospace firms. Student groups like Space Concordia offer the chance to design and build rockets, satellites, and robotic systems, competing—and winning—at national and international competitions. Technical skills and professional abilities are fostered in students through these hands-on experiences:

• Advanced laboratory facilities in aerodynamics, propulsion, avionics, and composite materials, including the Centre for Composites (CONCOM) with autoclaves, automated fiber placement (AFP) machines, and composite testing facilities.

• Work in team projects such as combustor design, exhaust and turbine modeling, composite materials analysis, and installation of avionic systems.

• Applications of state-of-the-industry software tools to design and analyze (for example, jet engines, landing gears, and composite structures).

• Space Concordia team: Students design, build, and assemble satellites, rockets, and robotic systems for competitions.

• Paid Co-op internships (12–16 weeks) with top aerospace organizations, performing engineering tasks like researching combustor configurations and simulating jet engines.

• Research opportunities with faculty in world-class labs like composite manufacturing and automated fiber placement.

• Involvement in industry-funded projects and competitions for direct industry exposure.

• Capstone design courses and electives tackling real-world aerospace problems, often sponsored by industry.

Graduates of the BEng Aerospace Engineering at Concordia University are highly sought after in the aerospace, aviation, and high-tech sectors in Canada and internationally. Alumni secure roles such as aerospace engineer, aircraft or spacecraft designer, propulsion engineer, avionics systems engineer, flight test engineer, manufacturing engineer, and project manager. Major employers include Lockheed Martin, Airbus, Bombardier, CAE, Pratt & Whitney, Bell Textron, and the Canadian Space Agency. Many students complete paid internships or co-op placements (12–16 weeks) with these firms, gaining hands-on experience in areas like jet engine modelling, landing gear design, combustor development, and avionics installation.

You’ll benefit from:

• Strong industry links: The program maintains direct partnerships with leading aerospace companies in Montréal’s world-class aerospace cluster, providing access to internships, co-op placements, and collaborative industry projects.

• Hands-on experience: Students engage in capstone projects, laboratory work, and real-world engineering challenges, using state-of-the-art facilities and industry-standard tools. Student groups like Space Concordia offer additional opportunities in rocketry, satellite, and robotics domains.

• Career support and alumni network: Dedicated career services and a strong alumni network help graduates access opportunities in industry, research, and entrepreneurship.

• Graduate outcomes and salaries: Many graduates pursue advanced degrees (MASc, MEng, PhD) at Concordia or other top institutions, specialising in areas like aerodynamics, propulsion, avionics, or space systems. Typical starting salaries for aerospace engineers in Montréal are CAD $60,000–$75,000, with experienced professionals earning $90,000–$120,000 or more, and senior roles exceeding $120,000 annually.

• Career paths: Graduates also move into R&D, consulting, and leadership positions within aerospace, defence, energy, and technology companies.

Further Academic Progression: You can pursue research-intensive MASc and PhD programs or a professionally oriented MEng in Aerospace Engineering at Concordia or other leading universities. Specialisations include aeronautics and propulsion, avionics and control, structures and materials, and space engineering. The program’s strong technical and research foundation also prepares you for academic, R&D, and leadership careers in the aerospace and technology sectors, both in Canada and internationally.