Katie Danahar Aircraft Maintenance Engineering graduate

Graduate Katie talks about undertaking an engineering placement as the only woman

Aerospace Engineering graduate Katie Danahar stands in front of the small aircraft at the Aerospace Centre in Treforest while wearing a red engineering jumpsuit

I was the only female there but it didn’t matter one bit


The thought of being a female in a male-dominated industry like aerospace was a little daunting, but I chose to follow my ambitions. 

After almost completing my degree, I can say without hesitation that it was the right decision. Doing the work placement at British Airways really confirmed that for me.

I was the only female there but it didn’t matter one bit - the engineers were welcoming and willing to help, and I had great fun while working alongside them.

Thanks to the aircraft maintenance course and my placement at British Airways, I now have so many career options.