Career Profile Avionics Technicians Education HS diploma or less This is the typical education required for an entry-level position. Earnings $71,100 This is the typical median salary earned for an entry-level position. Avionics technicians work with aircraft and spacecraft to install, inspect, test, and repair the avionics equipment and electronics General Information Install, inspect, test, adjust, or repair avionics equipment, such as radar, radio, navigation, and missile control systems in aircraft or space vehicles. Watch a brief video about this occupation. Watch Video Avionics Technicians Occupational Outlook For the Rural Capital Area 3 Job Opportunities Over the next five years, an average of 3 openings per year are projected for Avionics Technicians. +15.8% Employment Change Employment for Avionics Technicians is forecasted to increase on par with the regional average by 15.8% between 2023 and 2028. $34.17 Earnings Potential An average worker in this occupation is paid $34.17/hour. Entry level workers are paid $24.78, while experienced workers are paid $41.38. The median wage is above average regional wages across occupations. Local Employment Opportunities There are 26 Avionics Technicians in the RCA region. By 2028 this number could reach 30. Top Employing Industries, Locally The top industries employing Avionics Technicians are Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing, Support Activities for Air Transportation, and Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing. Knowledge Areas The top most significant knowledge categories for Avionics Technicians include Computers and Electronics, Mechanical, and English Language. Educational Attainment Patterns The most common level of education for Avionics Technicians is HS diploma or less. 39% of people employed in these roles have some form of college degree. Sources: BLS JobsEQ® ONET
