Careers with Design Technology
Design Technology can support a wide range of careers. The strongest options depend on the other subjects you enjoy, the type of work you prefer and the route you want to take after school or college.
Where could Design Technology take you?
You do not need to choose a career simply because it uses design technology. Use this page as a starting point, then compare roles, routes and the work itself.
Career ideas linked to Design Technology
Explore the roles below to see what the work involves, common entry routes, useful skills and possible progression.
Military Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
Military Aircraft Maintenance Engineers inspect, maintain and repair military aircraft to ensure they remain safe and mission ready.
Read career guideNaval Architect (Defence)
Naval Architects design military ships, submarines and maritime defence systems to ensure they are safe, efficient and operationally effective.
Read career guidePublishing Production Manager
Publishing Production Managers coordinate the design, printing and digital production of books and publications from manuscript to final release.
Read career guideSpacecraft Assembly Technician
Spacecraft Assembly Technicians build, assemble and inspect satellites and spacecraft components in highly controlled cleanroom environments.
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