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Avionics Technicians

Overview

Avionics (from the words aviation and electronics) is the application of electronics to the operation of aircraft, spacecraft, and missiles. Avionics technicians inspect, test, adjust, and repair the electronic components of aircraft communications, navigation, and flight-control systems and compile complete maintenance-and-overhaul records for the work they do. Avionics technicians also calibrate and adjust the frequencies of communications apparatus when it is installed and perform periodic checks on those frequency settings. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, in May 2019 avionics technicians held about 22,800 jobs.

Salary Range

$25,000 to $100,000+

Minimum Education Level

Some Postsecondary Training

Certification/License

Required

Outlook

Decline
Personality Traits

Hands On

Realistic

Technical

Career Ladder
Senior Technician, Department Head

Avionics or Aerospace Technician

Avionics or Aerospace Technician Trainee

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