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                Explore Careers as an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

                The role of aircraft maintenance engineers is critical in maintaining the safety of airplanes. They inspect, fix, and repair airplanes to conform with stringent aviation regulations. This career can be quite an interesting and demanding one. It offers so many opportunities to learn in the field of aviation engineering. There are various oppurtunities ranging from aircraft maintenance engineer jobs to airline engineer positions.

                Responsibilities of Aircraft Maintenance Engineers

                Aircraft Maintenance Engineers play a key role in keeping planes safe. They perform regular checks to find mechanical issues. Their tasks include repairing engines, electrical systems, and other essential parts. Airline engineers are responsible for managing large fleets of planes. They ensure all aircraft meet strict safety standards. Keeping detailed records of completed work is also part of their job. Each task is crucial to ensuring the safety of passengers and crew.

                Skills Needed for Aircraft Maintenance Engineering

                To succeed as an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer, a mix of technical and personal skills is needed. Attention to small details is critical when inspecting planes or solving issues. Problem-solving abilities are essential for fixing engines and system problems. Strong communication skills make it easier to work with aviation teams. Familiarity with aviation software is also required for many tasks. Knowing and following safety rules is equally important. These skills ensure that engineers complete their work safely and effectively.

                Growing Demand for Aircraft Maintenance Engineers

                The demand for Aircraft Maintenance Engineers is increasing across the US. Airlines, repair companies, and aircraft manufacturers are hiring for AME jobs. These roles range from entry-level airplane engineer positions to advanced aviation jobs. Many airline engineer jobs focus on managing large fleets of planes. These positions ensure that aircraft are always ready for flight. Aircraft maintenance engineer vacancies provide excellent opportunities. They are ideal for individuals with technical skills and a passion for aviation.

                Start Your Career in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering

                Being an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer is exciting and rewarding. To stand out, show your certifications, skills, and experience. Platforms like Aviation Job Search help people find aircraft maintenance engineer jobs that match their goals. Explore these opportunities today. 

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                Supervisor - Line Maintenance
                Supervisor - Line Maintenance
                Frontier Careers
                Why Work for Frontier Airlines? At Frontier, we believe the skies should be for everyone. We deliver on this promise through our commitment to Low Fares Done Right. This is more than our tagline - it’s our driving philosophy. Every member of Team Frontier has an important role to play
                Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona
                67 days ago
                Aircraft Maintenance Technician
                Aircraft Maintenance Technician
                Cutter Holding Co
                Full-time Description Position Summary:Maintenance Technicians are responsible to the Maintenance Supervisor and shall assure that the procedure outlined in this manual as well as all FAA Regulations and manufacturer’s instructions are complied with. In addition to all responsibilities listed below, work involves the responsibility of performing routine maintenance, and major
                Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona
                67 days ago
                Autonomy & Flight Controls Engineer
                Autonomy & Flight Controls Engineer
                XTI Aerospace
                DescriptionAbout XTI AerospaceXTI aerospace is an advanced aviation company developing the TriFan 600, a next-generation vertical takeoff and landing aircraft designed to transform regional air travel.Through its acquisition of Drone Nerds, a leading U.S. enterprise drone solutions provider, XTI is expanding into the broader unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) market—building a
                Coatesville, Chester County, Pennsylvania
                67 days ago
                Maintenance Training Instructor
                Maintenance Training Instructor
                Air Wisconsin Airlines
                The Maintenance Training Instructor supports the Maintenance Training Manager by developing, delivering, and continuously improving technical training programs for maintenance personnel. It ensures a safe learning environment, integrates adult‑learning principles, and maintains accurate, up‑to‑date training materials aligned with regulatory standards such as IATA, CFR 49, OSHA, FAR, DOT, and EPA.
                Appleton, Outagamie County, Wisconsin
                69 days ago
                Instructor - Aviation Maintenance
                Instructor - Aviation Maintenance
                FVTC
                Job CategoryRegular FacultyFVTC WorksiteS.J. Spanbauer Aviation & Industrial CenterHours Per Week40Note to internal applicants: Do not apply via this portal. Login to your Workday Account and Find Internal Career Opportunities through the Internal Portal.Fox Valley Technical College celebrates diversity, supports equity and inclusiveness, and encourages individual expression in our workplace.Job
                Oshkosh, Winnebago County, Wisconsin
                70 days ago
                Aircraft Maintenance Coordinator - IWA Airport
                Aircraft Maintenance Coordinator - IWA Airport
                ATP Flight School
                About Us ATP is the nation's largest flight school, providing students with the most efficient path to a successful airline pilot career. For over 40 years, ATP has been the leader in professional flight training and supplying pilots to regional and major airlines. Why you’ll love working for us No
                Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona
                70 days ago
                Aircraft Maintenance Technician + $10,000 Bonus!
                Aircraft Maintenance Technician + $10,000 Bonus!
                Breeze Airways
                Working at Breeze Airways is an exciting endeavor and a serious commitment to bring “The World’s Nicest Airline” to life. We work cross-functionally with truly awesome Team Members to deliver on our mission: “To make the world of travel simple, affordable, and convenient. Improving our guests travel experience using technology,
                New Orleans, Orleans Parish, Louisiana
                70 days ago
                Aircraft Maintenance D - Mission Systems Specialist
                Aircraft Maintenance D - Mission Systems Specialist
                L3Harris
                Job Title: Aircraft Maintenance D / Mission Systems Specialist (Avionics) Job Code: 36489Job Location: Oklahoma City, OK (Onsite)Job Schedule: Rotating Shifts; 5/8 – Mission Dependent Job Description: The Mission System Specialist (Avionics Technician) will perform a variety of duties to provide technical support to the customer at a forward operating
                Oklahoma City, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma
                74 days ago
                Aircraft Maintenance A
                Aircraft Maintenance A
                L3Harris
                Job Title: Aircraft Maintenance A – MoroccoJob Code: 36497Job Location: Waco, TX (Onsite)Job Schedule: 4/10 Job Description: The Aircraft Maintenance position plays a crucial role in ensuring the operational safety and efficiency of aircraft. This position involves extensive hands-on work in inspecting, maintaining, and repairing aircraft to ensure compliance with
                Waco, McLennan County, Texas
                74 days ago
                Aircraft Technician B - Heavy Maintenance
                Aircraft Technician B - Heavy Maintenance
                Airbus
                Airbus is committed to providing reasonable accommodations as an Equal Opportunity Employer to applicants with disabilities. If you require assistance or an accommodation to complete your application, please contact us at (English) (Spanish)Job Description:Airbus Helicopters is looking for an Aircraft Technician B - Heavy Maintenance to join our Retrofit Maintenance
                Columbus, Lowndes County, Mississippi
                75 days ago
                Supplier Quality Engineer
                Supplier Quality Engineer
                Daher Aerospace
                Job TitleSupplier Quality EngineerWho are we?As an aircraft manufacturer, industrialist, industrial service provider and logistician, Daher currently has approximately 14,500 employees and achieved a revenue of 1.9 billion euros in 2025. With its family ownership, Daher has been focused on innovation since its creation in 1863. With locations in 15
                United States
                76 days ago
                AOG Maintenance Supervisor
                AOG Maintenance Supervisor
                Business Jet
                Celebrating 30 years in business aviation, Business Jet recognizes its more than 150 aviation professionals as the key to its success. We are home to more than 70 jet aircraft and offer complete aviation solutions including; Acquisition-Sales, Aircraft Management, Maintenance, Charter, and FBO Services. Join a team that's dedicated to
                Dallas, Dallas County, Texas
                76 days ago
                Aircraft Maintenance Technician
                Aircraft Maintenance Technician
                AVTECH Global
                Job Title: Aircraft Maintenance Technician (A&P) Company: AVTECH Global About AVTECH Global AVTECH Global is a leading provider of aviation Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) services, delivering high-quality, reliable solutions to fleet operators, OEMs, and aviation partners worldwide. With a strong commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence, AVTECH Global
                Birmingham, Jefferson County, Alabama
                77 days ago
                Aircraft Maintenance Supervisor - T45 Kingsville,
                Aircraft Maintenance Supervisor - T45 Kingsville,
                V2X Current Openings
                Must have the ability to use good judgement, make sound decisions and effectively direct the work of other employees.Must have the ability to accurately carry out written or verbal orders, instructions and directives.Must be customer oriented. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES Perform all duties of the job classification.Manage all aspects of
                Kingsville, Kleberg County, Texas
                77 days ago
                NDT Quality Test Specialist
                NDT Quality Test Specialist
                Boeing
                NDT Quality Test SpecialistCompany:The Boeing CompanyBoeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA) is looking for multiple Associate or Experienced Non-Destructive Test (NDT) Quality Test Specialist to join the Everett Delivery Center based out of Everett, Washington.We are committed to provide our team equal opportunity for growth in a stable work environment. We encourage
                Everett, Snohomish County, Washington
                81 days ago
                Flight Test Engineer
                Flight Test Engineer
                Ursa Major
                The future of aerospace and defense starts here. Ursa Major was founded to revolutionize how America and its allies access and apply high-performance propulsion, from hypersonics to solid rocket motors, satellite maneuvering and launch. We design and deliver propulsion and defense systems that solve the most urgent and critical national
                Colorado, United States
                81 days ago
                Director of Programs 2 – Flight Test Operations
                Director of Programs 2 – Flight Test Operations
                Northrop Grumman
                RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: YesCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the TimeDescriptionAt Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled
                California, United States
                83 days ago
                Supplier Quality Engineer
                Supplier Quality Engineer
                GKN
                Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities. GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, we’re inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We’re proud to play a part in protecting the world’s democracies.
                United States
                83 days ago
                Aircraft Maintenance Technician
                Aircraft Maintenance Technician
                Kalitta Air, Llc
                JOB DESCRIPTIONJob Title: Aircraft Maintenance TechnicianDepartment: MaintenanceReports To: Lead Aircraft Maintenance TechnicianPOSITION PURPOSE:The Aircraft Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing various maintenance functions on company aircraft in accordance with all company policies and procedures as well as all federal aviation regulations.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Perform and assist approved work by their
                Oscoda, Iosco County, Michigan
                84 days ago
                Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician - Hangar 10
                Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician - Hangar 10
                Kalitta Air, Llc
                JOB DESCRIPTIONJob Title: Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician - Hangar 10Department: MaintenanceReports To: Aircraft Maintenance SupervisorPOSITION PURPOSE:The Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician is responsible for overseeing various maintenance functions on company aircraft performed by Aircraft Maintenance Technicians, Mechanics, and Apprentices in accordance with all company policies and procedures as well as all
                Oscoda, Iosco County, Michigan
                84 days ago
                *Aviation Maintenance Instructor*
                *Aviation Maintenance Instructor*
                Aviation Institute of Maintenance
                Training Tomorrow's Technicians to Become Skilled, Employable and Essential. About Us - Big Changes, Better Benefits - Join us today! The Aviation Institute of Maintenance (AIM), established in 1969, is a premier institution dedicated to advancing the field of aviation maintenance through exceptional education and training. With 15 campuses nationwide,
                Las Vegas, Clark County, Nevada
                88 days ago
                Supplier Quality Engineer
                Supplier Quality Engineer
                Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense
                At Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD), we believe that our strengths are built on our most important resource - our people. Join EBAD and you'll be a part of a team who creates cutting edge technology that will blast us into the future. No other company can match the
                Moorpark, Ventura County, California
                94 days ago
                Supplier Quality Engineer
                Supplier Quality Engineer
                Ensign-Bickford Industries
                This opportunity is located within our Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company business, a global leader of mission-critical hardware and systems solutions including precision energetics systems and innovative explosive solutions. to learn more.Job DescriptionEBAD seeks an accomplished engineer for the position of Supplier Quality Engineer reporting to the Supply Chain Manager
                Moorpark, Ventura County, California
                94 days ago
                Aircraft Maintenance Manager - AGC Airport
                Aircraft Maintenance Manager - AGC Airport
                ATP Flight School
                5K Sign On Bonus For Qualified AMTsAbout Us ATP is the nation's largest flight school, providing students with the most efficient path to a successful airline pilot career. For over 40 years, ATP has been the leader in professional flight training and supplying pilots to regional and major airlines. Why
                Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania
                95 days ago
                Aircraft Maintenance Technician Lead + $10,000
                Aircraft Maintenance Technician Lead + $10,000
                Breeze Airways
                Working at Breeze Airways is an exciting endeavor and a serious commitment to bring “The World’s Nicest Airline” to life. We work cross-functionally with truly awesome Team Members to deliver on our mission: “To make the world of travel simple, affordable, and convenient. Improving our guests travel experience using technology,
                New Orleans, Orleans Parish, Louisiana
                96 days ago
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                Frequently asked questions

                Airlines, private aviation, and defense sectors need aircraft maintenance engineers to keep planes safe. As air travel grows and older engineers retire, demand is rising. With the right FAA certifications, you can find many ame job opportunities.

                Yes, you can earn a handsome salary while working as an aircraft maintenance engineer. There are many opportunities available for the freshers as well as experienced ones. Those who are new in the field can earn up to $50,000 a year. With extensive experience and upskilling, the pay scale can rise further.

                Your job is to inspect, repair, and maintain airplanes to keep them safe for flight. This means finding and fixing mechanical or electrical problems, replacing damaged parts, and performing routine checkups.

                Experienced aircraft maintenance engineers who are employed by major airlines, private jets, or the government can earn over $100,000. Learning special skills like knowing how to fix electronics or engines, working extra hours, or reaching a supervisor role can greatly increase your chances of getting paid more.

                You’ll work in hangars, on airport tarmacs, or in repair stations, often in all kinds of weather. The ame job involves lifting heavy tools, working in tight spaces, and standing for long hours. Since aircraft need maintenance around the clock, expect shifts that include nights, weekends, and holidays.

                Like some other jobs in Aviation, the aircraft maintenance engineer jobs come with pressure because safety is on the line. Working diligently is important so that flights depart on time. Moreover, you need to strictly follow safety standards provided by FAA. Precise decision-making is key, and there’s no margin for error. Those who are confident and trust in their skills are able to handle the challenges.

                The salary numbers may vary depending on the type of organization, experience level and location where the company is based. Experienced aircraft engineers working in corporate aviation, defense, or high-level airline positions can make over $120,000 a year. Those with specialized skills, leadership experience, or expertise in turbine engines often earn the most in aircraft maintenance engineers careers.

                If you are showing willingness and commitment, you can deinitely become an aircraft maintenance engineer but it takes plenty of effort. You need to complete an FAA-approved A&P program or train with a certified mechanic. Passing the FAA exams requires you to have both knowledge and hands-on skills.

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