The designation Outstanding Aerospace Engineer recognizes the professional contributions of graduates from the School of Aeronautics and Astronautics and thanks them for the recognition that their success brings to Purdue and the School.

Recipients must demonstrate excellence in industry, academia, governmental service or other endeavors that reflect the value of an aerospace engineering degree. The 230 OAEs represent about 2 percent of the more than 9,100 alumni of the School.

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