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Avionics Technicians

Also known as: Aircraft Armament Mechanic, Aircraft Electrical Systems Specialist, Aircraft Electrician, Aircraft Instrument Mechanic, Aircraft Technician, Airplane Electrical Repairer, Airplane Electrician, Airplane Technician, Armament Mechanic, Armament Repairer

Install, inspect, test, adjust, or repair avionics equipment, such as radar, radio, navigation, and missile control systems in aircraft or space vehicles.

Education & Training

Percentage of workers at each education and training level

Education Level

High School Diploma18%
Some College50%
Post-Secondary Certificate12%
Associate's Degree16%
Bachelor's Degree3%

Prior Experience Needed

Work experience required to enter this job

None10%
6 months - 1 year12%
1-2 years30%
2-4 years31%
4-6 years12%
6-8 years1%
Over 10 years3%

Training Provided After Hiring

How long it typically takes to learn on the job

None1%
Up to 1 month23%
3-6 months29%
6 months - 1 year16%
1-2 years15%
2-4 years10%
6-8 years6%

How AI Impacts Each Task

13 tasks analyzed

Test and troubleshoot instruments, components, and assemblies, using circuit testers, oscilloscopes, or voltmeters.

Keep records of maintenance and repair work.

Adjust, repair, or replace malfunctioning components or assemblies, using hand tools or soldering irons.

Install electrical and electronic components, assemblies, and systems in aircraft, using hand tools, power tools, or soldering irons.

Set up and operate ground support and test equipment to perform functional flight tests of electrical and electronic systems.

Essential Soft Skills

Traits that are hard for AI to replicate

Attention to DetailIntegrityDependabilityAnalytical ThinkingAchievement/EffortIndependenceInitiativeSelf ControlCooperationAdaptability/FlexibilityStress TolerancePersistence

Wage & Employment (2024)

Median Wage

$81,390

per year

Mean Wage

$82,350

per year

Employment

21K

workers

Wage Range

$49,770 - $113,580

10th - 90th pct

Wage Distribution

$49,770Median: $81,390$113,580
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