What Can You Do With A Degree in

This list of Career Areas, Employers and Career Strategies is a sampling of the career paths Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University graduates have taken. Please be sure to look beyond the list to explore the endless opportunities in many diverse industries.

Human Factors

There are five major employment areas within the field of Human Factors: Academics, Consulting, Government, Industrial Development, and Industrial Research.

Career Areas

Aviation/Manufacturing Safety
Cognitive Engineering
Ergonomics
Human Computer Interaction
Human Engineering
Human Factors Engineering
Product Design
Psychology
Research Science
Systems Engineering
Technical Specialties
Training
Usability
User Interface Designer

Employers

Academic/Educational Institutions
Aerospace Industry
Airlines/Aviation Industry
Automotive Industry
Computer Industry
Consulting Firms
Consumer Product Industry
Defense Contractors
Design Firms
Electronics Industry
Government Agencies
Insurance Industry
Medical Field
Military
Research Organizations
U.S. Government Agencies
Utility Companies

Career Development Strategies/Skills

Analytical/Critical Thinking Skills
Communication Skills
Computer Skills
Internship/Co-op Experience
Practical Hands-on Experience
Quantitative Methodologies
Research Methodologies
Statistics
Survey Methods