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AEROSPACE & AIR TRANSPORT

Astronaut

Conduct scientific experiments and operate advanced spacecraft to advance humanity's exploration of the universe in demanding extraterrestrial environments.

66 000 – 160 000 USD ($)
Average salary / year
Bachelor's degree or higher
Education level
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Automation level
Low
Difficulty
Stable
Employability
Several years
Market tension
Medium
Intl. mobility
Rare
Automation level
Low
Difficulty
Stable
Employability
Several years
Market tension
Medium
Intl. mobility
Rare
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Compensation

GROSS ANNUAL SALARY

Junior
0–2 years of experience
66 000 – 85 000 USD/ year
Mid-level
3–5 years of experience
85 000 – 120 000 USD/ year
Senior
5+ years of experience
120 000 – 160 000 USD/ year

Indicative amounts: they vary by region, employer, skills and experience.

Entering the profession — United States

Entry routes usually include military pilot training, research science, or engineering roles, followed by selection and rigorous astronaut training programs.

Training — United States

Becoming an astronaut typically requires a bachelor's degree in engineering, physical sciences, biological sciences, or mathematics, often complemented by advanced degrees and extensive experience in related fields.

The job market — United States

The job market for astronauts is highly competitive with limited positions, primarily within government space agencies and private aerospace companies.

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Programmes suggested by Ulydia to enter this profession.

Air Transportation
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Air Transportation
Embry–Riddle Aeronautical UniversityDaytona Beach
Bachelor's
Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology
00
Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology
Pennsylvania State University-Main CampusUniversity Park
Bachelor's
Astronomy and Astrophysics
00
Astronomy and Astrophysics
University of Colorado BoulderBoulder
Bachelor's

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