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Hypersonics Engineer
Designs vehicles that travel at more than five times the speed of sound
£55k–£130k Geopolitical
What it involves
Develops the aerodynamics, propulsion and thermal protection systems needed for vehicles operating at hypersonic speeds, for both defence and future rapid transport applications.
Skills & knowledge needed
AerodynamicsPropulsion engineeringThermal protection systemsCFD simulationMaterials science
Why it's emerging now
Hypersonics investment has surged for both defence programmes and next-generation rapid transport concepts.
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