what kind of training/qualifications are required?
B.A. used to require a background in aircraft engineering with aircraft maintenace engineers licences as a minimum. I started my F/E training with BA after obtaining a 707 airframe licence having completed three years in the hangar as an A & C Engineer.
The opportunities are quite limited now but I would imagine companies would want some solid practical experience as a Ground Engineer. This would be probably more important to them than a degree in aerospace engineering.
Have you considered training to be a Pilot? Unfortunately very little sponsership is available and you would very probably have to pay for your training, but your degree would certainly be helpful when you try and find employment.
Regards
Exeng