Serving in the military is a rewarding, but challenging experience. Research by a well-known private think tank reveals that many employers fail to hire veterans because they cannot understand and translate military skills into civilian terms. Veterans are more than qualified for most positions because they receive specialized training through advanced military education programs. What follows are 10 of the highest-paying jobs for veterans after military service.
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1. Aerospace Engineers
Aerospace engineers are mechanics, technicians and consultants. They strive to create a high functioning equipment and systems through collaborative environments. Aerospace engineers usually are members of interdisciplinary teams that focus on quality, safety and innovation. For example, an aerospace engineer may work with an assessment support unit to provide comprehensive aerospace flight-testing and evaluation services. These aerospace engineers may be experts in test design and planning, instrumentation checks, ground operations or flight procedures. Employers will expect candidates to possess aircraft certification, experience with electrical systems and knowledge of test procedures.
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They must know how to apply their skills and knowledge to develop innovative solutions for a broad range of engineering challenges. They must have the ability to analyze equipment functionality and requirements in order to establish operating requirements. They may design, modify and evaluate electronic circuitry at different levels of complexity and importance. Electrical engineers should know how to select components and equipment based on spec analyses and reliability