The impending redirection of the Space Program and the subsequent impact on both local and personal economies may provide many within the workforce with a great opportunity and impetus to transition from an aerospace career into a new industry.
For some, this might be the occasion to pursue that "dream job." For others, it may be possible to take advantage of your existing levels of training and experience to migrate into one of several high-technology industries blossoming in the local area.
Consider one of the industries we've identified as providing the most opportunity:
• Biotechnology
• Environmental
• Biomedical / Life Science
• Automotive |
• Electronics
• Telecommunications
• Geospatial Systems
• Healthcare |
• Aviation
• Computers / IT
• Modeling & Simulation
• Construction |
Modeling & Simulation (MS&T)
MS&T has more than doubled its growth since the National Center for Simulation's release of its Impact of Florida's Modeling, Simulation and Training Industry brief in 2003. MS&T skills have a cross-section of application in InfoTech, Aviation and Aerospace, Defense & Homeland Security as well as promising applications in other emerging markets. The Florida High Tech Corridor has one of the largest clusters of MS&T companies in the entire U.S., with more than 2,500 organizations doing business in the public and private sectors, employing more than 36,000 people and with a total payroll that exceeds $2.1 billion.
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Regional Scope:
National Center for Simulation (NCS)
NCS is located in Orlando, FL with membership of over 150 firms, associations, academic institutions and individuals nationwide forming a network of simulation experience and expertise. NCS formed in 1993 as the link among the defense industry, government, and academia on behalf of the entire MS&T community.
Lockheed Martin (Simulation, Training & Support Division)
Lockheed Martin is a leader in the growing Modeling & Simulation field and projects continued growth and employment in its Simulation, Training & Support Division throughout the country, including its nearest facility in Orlando, FL. Lockheed Martin has committed assistance with determining future skill sets needed for employment within the modeling and simulation division of Lockheed.
Careers Have Many Entry Options in the Healthcare Industry
According to the U.S. Department of Labor, health care will generate 3 million new jobs nationally between 2006 and 2016 - more than any other industry. Seven of the 20 fastest-growing occupations are in health care.
Brevard has a strong health services sector with three health care systems, six hospitals and one more on the way, several large physician groups and specialty service providers and countless individual doctor's offices, physical therapy centers, cancer care centers, walk-in clinics, urgent care clinics, eye care centers, hearing centers, clinic labs and many variations of diagnostic centers just to name a few.
There are also a growing number of providers offering elective services such as cosmetic and plastic surgery, dermatology and aesthetician treatments, lasik and refractive eye surgery, weight loss procedures including LAPBAND and gastric bypass surgery, and pain management.
Employment opportunities come in many forms as well.
- One-, two- and four-year degrees in health services administration
- Non-clinical positions includes certifications for positions such as coding and billing specialist
- Site managers and service line managers
- Nursing: Medical Assistant, Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse
- Many forms of healthcare technicians: medical lab technicians, diagnostic technicians
Local higher learning centers including Brevard Community College, Florida Institute of Technology, Keiser University and University of Central Florida can help you explore the wide variety of career path options that all lead to health care.
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Professional Careers
Forecast Growth in Brevard
Accountants and Auditors: 1.52% Annual Growth; 67 Annual Openings
Bookkeeping, Accounting, Auditing Clerks: 1.95% Annual Growth; 111 Annual Openings
Business Operations Specialists: 1.55% Annual Growth; 75 Annual Openings
Executive Assistants: 1.09% Annual Growth; 70 Annual Openings
Financial Analysts: 3.44% Annual Growth; 318 Annual Openings
Financial Managers: 1.20% Annual Growth; 11 Annual Openings
Paralegals and Legal Assistants: 3.30% Annual Growth; 20 Annual Openings
Personal Financial Advisors: 3.90% Annual Growth; 11 Annual Openings
Public Relations Specialists: 2.04% Annual Growth; 54 Annual Openings | | |
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