Career

Aircraft Maintenance Engineers

Engineering

Career stats

Weekly pay

$2,694

Prospects

Medium

Employed in Australia

8,400

Growth

Very strong growth

Overview

Aircraft Maintenance Engineers maintain and repair aircraft structures, and avionic and mechanical systems.

Job Titles

mdi-briefcase-variant Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Avionics)
mdi-briefcase-variant Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical)
mdi-briefcase-variant Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Structures)

Job Tasks

This occupation may include associated occupations with varying tasks.

  • dismantling inspecting testing repairing and reassembling aircraft engines ancillary motors and engine accessories electrical systems and subassemblies of aircraft frames
  • installing electrical circuits and equipment
  • testing aircraft communication equipment aircraft instrumentation and electronic systems using electronic testing equipment and specialised test apparatus
  • replacing and testing aircraft oxygen system components
  • assembling parts and subassemblies of aircraft frames
  • conducting routine pre-flight inspections of engines aircraft frames and mechanical systems
  • maintaining records of action taken
  • may manufacture aircraft electrical instrument and radio hardware components

Training & Qualifications

Vocational education & training (VET)

  • Certificate II in Aeroskills
  • Diploma of Aeroskills - Avionics
  • Diploma of Aeroskills - Mechanical
  • Certificate II in Aircraft Line Maintenance
  • Certificate IV in Aircraft Surface Finishing
More about VET

Industry

Engineering

Do you enjoy problem solving? Do you like maths and science? Engineering might be for you! Engineers are involved in the technical design and construction of large infrastructure such as mining equipment, aircrafts, electronics and more. There are many sub-industries in Engineering, so before you start your journey you’ll need to pick which area you’d like to focus on. Maybe you’d like to become an Aircraft Engineer and build and/or repair aircraft structures, avionic and mechanical systems? Civil Engineering covers the design and construction of things like bridges, dams, gas and water supply schemes and many other structures.Engineers have good attention to detail and love building and improving the way things work. You’ll need to have strong skills in mathematics and science and also be able to work as part of a team.

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