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Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians in The United States

(Mecánicos y técnicos de servicios de aeronáutica)

Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians -- Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul aircraft engines and assemblies, such as hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

SOC (Standard Occupational Classification)49-3011.00
Career InterestsRCI
Minimum education required(Postsecondary)
Postsecondary nondegree award
Minimum work experience required(None)
None
Job training required(None)
None
Growth Outlook (projected percentage growth in jobs per year from 2018-2028)0.31 (low growth)
Current number of workers in USA (2018)136,900
Projected number of workers in USA (2028)141,200
Average Annual Openings in USA (2018-2028)11,800
 
Average entry-level annual salary in USA (2019)$37,890
Average annual salary for all workers in USA (2019)$67,110
Average experienced-worker annual salary for all workers in USA (2019)$101,070
Career ClusterTransportation, Distribution & Logistics
(Transporte, distribución y logística)
Major Occupational GroupInstallation, Maintenance, and Repair

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