Launch Your Aerospace Career
The growing aerospace industry is an appealing career field for many Vandal engineers. Our graduates go on to work with industry leaders like NASA, Boeing, Blue Origin, SpaceX, all branches of the military, and many specialized aircraft companies and manufacturers.
Comprehensive Aerospace Training
The University of Idaho Department of Mechanical Engineering offers comprehensive training in aerospace engineering topics. Courses and certificate programs prepare students to conquer a broad range of engineering problems.
Degree programs in the Department of Mechanical Engineering focus on engineering fundamentals and hands-on experiences that promote creativity, teamwork, problem-solving, and analytical thinking.
Bringing NASA Aerospace Technology to Life
Check out this Senior Capstone Design Capstone Team’s proof-of-concept flying wing based on the highly efficient Prandtl airfoil patented by NASA. The project serves as the first step in demonstrating the commercial viability of this design in real-world UAV applications.