The prosthetics and orthotics sector in Iraq has witnessed noticeable development in recent years, driven by the growing need for rehabilitation services and social reintegration for individuals who have lost limbs due to wars, accidents, and chronic diseases. Prosthetics and Orthotics Engineering is considered one of the modern biomedical engineering specialties that combines engineering knowledge with medical and rehabilitation skills, making it a vital field with significant humanitarian impact. Despite the importance of this specialization, the job market in Iraq still faces several challenges that limit the effective utilization of graduates’ scientific and technical capabilities. Among the most significant challenges are the limited number of specialized governmental and private centers, as well as the need to modernize infrastructure and the technologies used in prosthetic manufacturing to keep pace with rapid global advancements in this field. Graduates also face another challenge represented by limited opportunities for advanced practical training and continuous professional development. This highlights the need to strengthen partnerships between universities, healthcare institutions, and rehabilitation centers in order to enhance practical expertise and improve the efficiency of national professionals. On the other hand, this sector holds promising opportunities, especially with the increasing adoption of 3D printing, artificial intelligence, and smart systems in the design and manufacturing of prosthetic devices, in addition to the growing demand for specialized professionals in rehabilitation centers, hospitals, and humanitarian organizations. Advancing the prosthetics job market in Iraq requires a comprehensive strategic vision that begins with developing academic curricula, expanding training opportunities, supporting entrepreneurial projects, and encouraging investment in advanced manufacturing and rehabilitation centers. Such efforts would create real employment opportunities for graduates while providing advanced humanitarian services to society. Prosthetics and Orthotics Engineering remains one of the future-oriented specialties that serves as a fundamental pillar in building an integrated healthcare and rehabilitation system capable of keeping pace with scientific progress and meeting the needs of Iraqi society.