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Joshua
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Tomball, Texas
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How Hard is it to find a Job as a Aviation Mechanic after college?
I'm about to start school for Aviation mechanics and was wondering how hard it is to find jobs in this jobs and how much the pay is.
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Mazen Umari
aircraft maintenance AMT/AME
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Amman, Amman Governorate, Jordan
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if you are living in the US then it's extremely easy to get an offer as AMT due to the high demand.
but you should be willing to relocate because some states have higher demand than other.. good luck
but you should be willing to relocate because some states have higher demand than other.. good luck
Alex Talarczyk
Aircraft Maintenance
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Hi Joshua,
Good news: if you earn your A&P certificate, you will have no problem finding a job.
• The aviation industry needs mechanics right now. Demand is strong and expected to keep growing.
• In the Houston area, there are tons of opportunities — at airports, MROs (maintenance, repair, overhaul facilities), corporate operators, and airlines.
• Entry-level pay usually starts between $25–$32 per hour. With experience, certifications, and shift differentials, it can climb quickly.
• Some places even offer sign-on bonuses, relocation help, or tuition reimbursement.
If you stick with school, pass your written/oral/practical exams, and show up ready to learn, you will have options.
Good news: if you earn your A&P certificate, you will have no problem finding a job.
• The aviation industry needs mechanics right now. Demand is strong and expected to keep growing.
• In the Houston area, there are tons of opportunities — at airports, MROs (maintenance, repair, overhaul facilities), corporate operators, and airlines.
• Entry-level pay usually starts between $25–$32 per hour. With experience, certifications, and shift differentials, it can climb quickly.
• Some places even offer sign-on bonuses, relocation help, or tuition reimbursement.
If you stick with school, pass your written/oral/practical exams, and show up ready to learn, you will have options.
Thanks for the response, I'm really excited to start school but was worried if I would have a hard time finding a job when I graduated.
Joshua
Wayne Johnson
Maintenance Programs at Alaska Airlines
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Joshua
Alex gave a pretty good description.
What I can add is the highest paying jobs will be with the major airlines: United, Delta, Southwest,etc.
Charter airlines that operate jet aircraft will pay more than piston engine operators.
In short - the larger the aircraft and more complex the higher the pay you can achieve.
As a secondary thought aviation mechanics open up a whole world of oppurtunity for you.
A. There are many industries that have requests for hydraulic mechanics.
B. Heating and air conditioniong companies need sheetmetal mechanics and air conditioning specalists.
C. Your understanding of electrical systems is just an added benefit you offer an employer.
Best of luck on your journey - enjoy it.
Wayne
Alex gave a pretty good description.
What I can add is the highest paying jobs will be with the major airlines: United, Delta, Southwest,etc.
Charter airlines that operate jet aircraft will pay more than piston engine operators.
In short - the larger the aircraft and more complex the higher the pay you can achieve.
As a secondary thought aviation mechanics open up a whole world of oppurtunity for you.
A. There are many industries that have requests for hydraulic mechanics.
B. Heating and air conditioniong companies need sheetmetal mechanics and air conditioning specalists.
C. Your understanding of electrical systems is just an added benefit you offer an employer.
Best of luck on your journey - enjoy it.
Wayne
Thank you, Wayne for the advice.
Joshua