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Base Maintenance Engineers execute heavy checks (C, D) and major modifications at MRO hangars worldwide.
Median Salary
$105k
$75.6k – $147k
Demand Score
92/100
Very High
Monthly Openings
4.4K
tracked globally
YoY Growth
+13%
rolling 12 months
Market outlook
Demand for base maintenance engineers in the global aviation market is exceptionally strong. Aviation employers report a 13% year-on-year increase in Base Maintenance Engineer mandates, driven by global fleet growth, ageing fleets, and rising MRO capacity.
Compensation
Base Maintenance Engineer compensation typically falls between $75.6k and $147k, with experienced bmes in the global aviation market commanding $147k+ 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
Base Maintenance Engineers typically progress to Aircraft Maintenance Engineer, Line Maintenance Engineer roles, or into licensed engineer, certifying staff, base maintenance manager, and quality manager tracks across the global hiring aviation market.
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Base Maintenance Engineer jobs by city
Base Maintenance Engineer jobs in Dubai
8.1K openings · United Arab Emirates
Base Maintenance Engineer jobs in Abu Dhabi
6.8K openings · United Arab Emirates
Base Maintenance Engineer jobs in Sharjah
4.8K openings · United Arab Emirates
Base Maintenance Engineer jobs in Doha
7.3K openings · Qatar
Base Maintenance Engineer jobs in Riyadh
6.4K openings · Saudi Arabia
Base Maintenance Engineer jobs in Jeddah
5.7K openings · Saudi Arabia
Base Maintenance Engineer jobs in Muscat
4.4K openings · Oman
Base Maintenance Engineer jobs in Manama
4.2K openings · Bahrain
Base Maintenance Engineer jobs in Kuwait City
4.6K openings · Kuwait
Base Maintenance Engineer jobs in Singapore
7.7K openings · Singapore
Base Maintenance Engineer jobs in Hong Kong
6.2K openings · Hong Kong SAR
Base Maintenance Engineer jobs in Bangkok
5.7K openings · Thailand
Base Maintenance Engineer jobs in Kuala Lumpur
5.5K openings · Malaysia
Base Maintenance Engineer jobs in Jakarta
5.3K openings · Indonesia
Base Maintenance Engineer jobs in Manila
5.7K openings · Philippines
Base Maintenance Engineer jobs in Ho Chi Minh City
5.1K openings · Vietnam
Base Maintenance Engineer jobs in Tokyo
6.4K openings · Japan
Base Maintenance Engineer jobs in Osaka
4.8K openings · Japan
Base Maintenance Engineer jobs in Seoul
5.7K openings · South Korea
Base Maintenance Engineer jobs in Shanghai
6.2K openings · China
Base Maintenance Engineer jobs in Beijing
5.7K openings · China
Base Maintenance Engineer jobs in Shenzhen
5.3K openings · China
Base Maintenance Engineer jobs in Taipei
4.8K openings · Taiwan
Base Maintenance Engineer jobs in Mumbai
6.8K openings · India
Frequently Asked Questions
The median salary for a Base Maintenance Engineer in the global aviation market is around $105k, typically ranging from $75.6k to $147k based on experience, type ratings, and the type of aviation employer.