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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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Alex’s Answer

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.
Thank you comment icon 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
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Mazen’s Answer

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
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Shane’s Answer

Even though it would be easy to find a job in aviation right now, one thing that could help or harm your searches is location. If you have the capabilities to move from your current location, then the sky is the limit and you can work almost anywhere you want. If you have to stay where you are, location wise, then it could narrow your options down significantly. There are definitely more options in major cities, but if you are more rural, then you may be limited to aircraft at a local or rural airport, which removes a lot of different options of aircraft types. Either way you go, you'll definitely find a job easily. Good luck.
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Wayne’s Answer

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
Thank you comment icon Thank you, Wayne for the advice. Joshua
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Roy’s Answer

This is a great time to be entering into the Aviation Maintenance Career Field. There are jobs everywhere! Obviously, similar to most careers, you will likely start at an entry level position (which currently pays very well to start!) and as you gain experience, you will be more marketable. At that point you should be able to select the particular Aviation Industry you are most suited/attracted to and remain gainfully employed wherever you desire and paid well above the average income for the area you choose to live in. Thank You for choosing this career path!
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