Aircraft Maintenance Technician

Aircraft Maintenance Technician

Aircraft Maintenance Technician (AMT), refers to a licensed qualification for carrying out aircraft maintenance in major airports. Aircraft Maintenance Technicians (AMTs) inspect and perform or supervise maintenance, preventive maintenance, and alteration of aircraft and aircraft systems.

The minimum requirement for AMT is certificate in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering from a Civil Aviation Authority of United States (CAA) approved institute.

Starting average salary of Aircraft Maintenance Technician in major airports in United States is approximately is $50,000 per annum. Entry level positions start at $35,000 per annum while most experienced workers make up to $96,000 per annum.

Overtime and shift allowances can increase income and some airlines provide subsidised travel after a qualifying period.

There are also many benefits such as annual bonus, company shares, retirement plans and medical benefits offered to these positions.

Remarks: The information and figures provided are intended as a guideline only. For those interested, please contact the respective airline headquarters (AirlinesHQ) for further information.