If you want to work in a hands-on career – where you don't mind getting your hands dirty – then you might want to consider a career as an Aircraft Mechanic.
You see, aircraft mechanics are trained to inspect and maintain aircraft engines; this includes everything from working on landing gear, instruments, brakes, valves, and pumps. And they must constantly test the equipment to make sure that all systems are working properly.
Aircraft mechanics are also referred to as airframe mechanics, power plant mechanics, and avionics technicians – and they are trained in mathematics, physics, and electronics so that they'll have the educational background needed to fix airplane engines correctly.
Graduates of our Aviation Technology program may purse careers in:
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According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor, job growth for these aircraft mechanics and technicians is expected to increase 7 to 13 percent. Most of these job openings for aircraft mechanics through the year 2016 will stem from the need to replace the many mechanics expected to retire over the next decade. Job opportunities will continue to be best at small commuter and regional airlines.
*U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2008