Why STEM?
With the aviation and aerospace industry growing, tremendous opportunity exists for today's students. To help build their awareness of aviation and aerospace as a career path, we are committed to educational outreach to our younger generation through our STEM Aviation and Space Education (AVSED) program.
STEM + Students = Success in Aviation
To maintain our country's global leadership in aviation, as well as in other disciplines, today's students must advance their skills in science, technology, education, and math (STEM). STEM is essential to the employment of future generations, and it's the key to a strong economic future.
Consider the following:
- The FAA, industry stakeholders, and the aerospace community project where there will be more than 2 million more employees needed in the aviation and aerospace industries over the next 20 years.
- The U.S. Department of Commerce states that employees in STEM fields can expect to earn 26% more money on average and will be less likely to experience job loss.
- The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that STEM occupations are projected to grow faster than the average for all occupations.
STEM is not only a critical part of a student's success in aviation, but it's also a driving force behind our country's strategic positioning and economic wellbeing. Read about the educational opportunities that are available through the STEM AVSED program.