Aviation Maintenance Technology - Everett Community College

Aviation Maintenance Technology from Everett Community College is a Campus Associate Aeronautical engineering degree that prepares you for a Engineering career. GENERAL INFORMATION Aviation Maintenance Technicians , also known as aircraft (AP) mechanics, are responsible for keeping aircraft in peak condition. They perform regularly scheduled inspections and maintenance, as required by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Besides routine maintenance and inspections, work for Aviation Maintenance Technicians involves repairs, replacement of parts, use of precision tools, troubleshooting for potential problems and finally testing of equipment following repairs to ensure that work has been done properly and within prescribed safety limits. At large facilities or in aircraft assembly plants, many technicians specialize in preventative maintenance and in specific parts of the maintenance process. At smaller facilities, technicians are required to work on many types of aircraft and must be able to do all phases of the maintenance process. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES The employment outlook for aircraft mechanics is favorable, and is projected to grow about as fast as the average for all occupations. Most job openings for aircraft mechanics will stem from replacement needs. Each year, as mechanics transfer to other occupations or retire, several thousand job openings will arise. Aircraft mechanics have a comparatively strong attachment to the occupation, reflecting their significant investment in training and a love for aviation. However, because aircraft mechanics' skills are transferable to other occupations, some mechanics leave for work in related fields. The majority of aviation maintenance technicians work for airlines, repair stations or overhaul/maintenance facilities. Some, a small number, work for the Federal Government at facilities in several metropolitan areas located throughout the country. Most others work for independent repair shops or companies that operate their own airplanes for transporting executives and/or cargo. Some are self-employed. View more details on Everett Community College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Aeronautical engineering courses.