BALLANTYNE 2010: FLYING OUT OF A RECESSION
This years Ballantyne will take place on Friday the 26th of March with the theme of starting and progressing a career during a time of financial downturn. The event is free and open to 14-18 yr olds and will take place at our London HQ at Hamilton Place, Hyde Park Corner. Lunch is provided at the event.
Download a poster
To book please contact Gemma Crabb on 020 7670 4345 or gemma.crabb@aerosociety.com
10TH ANNUAL AIRCRAFT DESIGN AND HANDLING COMPETITION
Merlin Flight Simulator Group brings their fantastic flight simulator based competition to Coventry University for what promises to be a closely contended challenge. Test pilot Dave Southward and new judge Dave Mackay, Virgin Galactic pilot, join commentator and ex-Harrier test pilot John Farley in judging aero engineering students' entries. A top prize of £1000 will go to the winners of this competition. For more information please call 01403 711 799 or e-mail marion@merlinsim.com
Click here to download a flyer for this event.
BUILDS 3 & 4 BIDDING NOW OPEN
Bidding has now opened for the Schools' Build-A-Plane challenge kits 3 and 4. For more information on the project and details of how to apply for these kits please visit www.aerosociety.com/buildaplane
CAREER FLIGHTPATH MAGAZINE
 | The recently launched publication Career Flightpath is now available. The first issue contains interviews with professionals such as British Airways Chief Executive Willie Walsh, Easyjet Pilot Jochen Radke, Airbus engineer Jenny Body and Heathrow Terminal 5 Operations Manager Nicholas Cole. To receive an issue, either download a pdf copy from our downloads page or e-mail careers@aerosociety.com and request a copy.
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CAREERS CENTRE RELOCATION
As of the 3rd of August 2009 the Royal Aeronautical Society's Careers Centre has been relocated to the National Aerospace Library in Farnborough, Hampshire. The Careers Centre is no longer based in the Society's main Hamilton Place offices on Hyde Park Corner. Careers appointments will be unavailable during the month of August in order to facilitate the moving process.
Please see our 'contact us' section for more details on how to visit the Careers Centre at the NAL in Farnborough.
If you would like to speak to a member of staff from the Careers department regarding the move or any other matter then please call on +44 (0)1252 701061/62
SECOND LEAD SCHOOL SELECTED!
The second lead school has now been selected, following an excellent response to invitations to schools to bid for the pilot project.
Congratulations to Marling School of Stroud, Gloucestershire who have now been announced as the second lead school. Click on the picture above to find out more.
THE ROYAL AERONAUTICAL SOCIETY'S JOB WEBSITE
The Royal Aeronautical Society website: aerosocietyjobs.com is an internet based resource, dedicated to bringing together aerospace and aviation job opportunities from across the industry.
Calling all high fliers …online:
Welcome to the Careers section of the Royal Aeronautical Society website!
Aerospace is one of the most diverse industries when it comes to career opportunities. Whatever your talents, aerospace could be for you! Whether you are into design, knowing how things work and finding ways to improve them; if you are practically minded and hands-on; or whether you have a passion for business or policy-making … we believe that in aerospace, there really is something for everyone! Find out more on this website. … and in person:
The Careers Centre is your one-stop shop for advice on careers in aerospace and aviation. We advise on all types of career pathways within the civil and military sectors of the aerospace industry, from engineering and maintenance through to airline pilots and cabin crew. Experienced professionals seeking further career development within the aerospace industry will also find the careers centre a worthwhile stop. We offer:
Individual guidance
- One-to-one careers sessions on CVs, online applications, interview preparation and more. The service is free and unlimited to everyone.
- Written feedback - in special circumstances written CV feedback is available. Individuals should allow up to 4 weeks. Call us for more details.
- Consultancy on the latest job search techniques and recruitment methods.
Literature
We produce a range of literature and information for individuals, schools, colleges and universities available on our downloads page covering:
- Study and Apprenticeship information
- Job-hunting packs (including aerospace company listings)
Magazines
How to contact us:
Tel: +44 (0)1252 701061/62 or e-mail: careers@aerosociety.com
Learning and Development Manager
National Aerospace Library
The Hub
Fowler Avenue
IQ Farnborough
Farnborough
Hampshire
GU14 7JP (UK)
