Queen's Aerospace Design Team Co-Captain

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Captain’s Message

The aerospace industry is among the fastest-growing industries worldwide. In 2022, the market size was estimated at 321.5 billion USD and is projected to double by 2032.

At Queen’s Aerospace Design Team (QADT), we are dedicated to optimizing the development and performance of UAV drones for national and international competitions in Canada and Europe. With the rise in industry aerospace applications in recent years, QADT has seen an unparalleled expansion, and our dedicated team of more than 170 undergraduate and graduate students has not disappointed.

Last year, QADT began and completed the development work of a fully 3D printed VTOL fixed-wing surveillance aircraft, alongside two specialized water-dropping quadcopters. This has brought some exciting next steps for what can be accomplished on our team.

The team also entered the AIAA DBF competition requiring production of a fixed wing aircraft to complete a variety of missions. This competition is mechanically focused allowing for a smaller overall sub-team focused on a highly optimized aircraft.

QADT offers a unique development and design experience for students. Split into four branches: Technical, Research, Business, and Aerospace School, QADT is looking to continue its rapid growth and expansion by taking on like-minded and motivated individuals to continue the development of advanced drone technology.

We eagerly await your application.

‘Aviation is proof that given the will, we have the capacity to achieve the impossible.’

— Eddie Rickenbacker, WWI flying ace

Please read more about this position here: HIRING PACKAGE 2025

Today, QADT is one of the largest and most robust teams on campus, where aerospace enthusiasts gather and build some of the most incredible products at Queen's. With a history that can be traced back to the 1980s, our team has a strong track record that is memorialized by the trophies on our shelves. Outside of the university, our alums are working in many industries and sectors, both in and out of aerospace.

We seek highly motivated individuals to lead our team in the upcoming 2026-2027 season. If you are looking for an excellent opportunity to develop your leadership capabilities and work on cutting-edge projects, then there is no better place to be. Multiple positions are available for this role.

Co-Captains can expect to gain skills in the areas of:

• Project Management
• Leadership
• Networking
• Communication
• Professional Development

Application & Interview Details

IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ THE HIRING PACKAGE LINKED ABOVE!

DEADLINE TO APPLY: February 17th, 2026 (11:59 PM EST)

Interviews will occur after the deadline. We are happy to provide accommodations for these interviews, so please let us know how we can make the process more accessible for you!

Contact Information

Please email any questions or concerns to aero @engsoc.queensu.ca!