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Aircraft Technicians perform mechanical and structural maintenance on commercial and business aircraft at MRO facilities and airlines.

Median Salary
$62.6k
$45.1k – $87.7k
Demand Score
96/100
Very High
Monthly Openings
18.7K
tracked globally
YoY Growth
+14%
rolling 12 months

Market outlook

Demand for aircraft technicians in the global aviation market is exceptionally strong. Aviation employers report a 14% year-on-year increase in Aircraft Technician mandates, driven by global fleet growth, ageing fleets, and rising MRO capacity.

Compensation

Aircraft Technician compensation typically falls between $45.1k and $87.7k, with experienced aircraft techs in the global aviation market commanding $87.7k+ at flagship airlines, top-tier MROs, and leading aerospace employers. Total compensation often includes housing, schooling, transport, per-diems, profit-share, type-rating bonds, and relocation support.

Career trajectory

Aircraft Technicians typically progress to Aircraft Maintenance Engineer, Aircraft Mechanic roles, or into licensed engineer, certifying staff, base maintenance manager, and quality manager tracks across the global hiring aviation market.

Key Responsibilities

  • Execute scheduled and unscheduled maintenance
  • Perform inspections, repairs, and component changes
  • Work to AMM and CMM standards

Required Qualifications

  • Aircraft maintenance diploma
  • Part 147 basic training
  • Hands-on hangar experience
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Frequently Asked Questions

The median salary for a Aircraft Technician in the global aviation market is around $62.0k, typically ranging from $44.6k to $86.8k based on experience, type ratings, and the type of aviation employer.