What it pays
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Half of all Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians in the U.S. earn more than $79,870 a year — the middle 80% land between $48,780 and $128,890. About 138,090 people in the U.S. do this work. Figures are for the U.S. occupation group “Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians”. (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics survey, published 2025.) In India, Craft and related trades workers earn about ₹16,825 a month on average — around ₹2.0 lakh a year (government PLFS survey via ILOSTAT, occupation-family figure).
$79,870typical pay / year
138,090people in this work
$128,890+top 10% earn
₹2.0 lakha year in India (family avg)
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Fixing6
Conduct routine maintenance on aircraft
+Perform the scheduled A-check on Runway 3 aircraft N219ZT: inspect landing gear, replace worn fasteners,…
Conduct routine maintenance on aircraft
+Perform the scheduled A-check on Runway 3 aircraft N219ZT: inspect landing gear, replace worn fasteners, torque critical bolts to spec, note consumed parts and close the maintenance card before clearing the aircraft.
The tools that do the workSAPComputerized aircraft log manager CALMjob descriptionsO*NETWikipedia
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Replace malfunctioning components
+Remove and replace the failed hydraulic actuator on aircraft N219ZT: isolate the circuit, pull the unit,…
Replace malfunctioning components
+Remove and replace the failed hydraulic actuator on aircraft N219ZT: isolate the circuit, pull the unit, install the new actuator, perform leak and function tests, update the component history and inform the on-call inspector.
The tools that do the workCaseBank SpotLightDisassemblerjob descriptionsO*NETWikipedia
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Diagnose mechanical issues in aircraft
+Diagnose the vibration reported from engine 2 on aircraft N219ZT: run borescope and vibration spectrometer…
Diagnose mechanical issues in aircraft
+Diagnose the vibration reported from engine 2 on aircraft N219ZT: run borescope and vibration spectrometer checks, cross-reference fault codes with the log, isolate likely sources, record findings and recommend corrective action to the engineering lead.
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Adjust aircraft components to ensure proper functioning
+Adjust the left nose gear torque link and the runway lighting ground connector per the maintenance manual,…
Adjust aircraft components to ensure proper functioning
+Adjust the left nose gear torque link and the runway lighting ground connector per the maintenance manual, verify travel stops and clearances with the blueprint tolerances, log parts tightened and sign the aircraft log before shift end today.
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Test electronic equipment and systems
+Bench-test the runway radio receiver and the portable voltage monitor using the test procedures, record…
Test electronic equipment and systems
+Bench-test the runway radio receiver and the portable voltage monitor using the test procedures, record measured voltages and fault codes, swap suspect modules, then update the equipment test report and flag recurring faults for supervisor review by 16:00.
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Overhaul aircraft engines and assemblies
+Strip the auxiliary power unit and inspect turbine blades against the overhaul checklist, replace worn…
Overhaul aircraft engines and assemblies
+Strip the auxiliary power unit and inspect turbine blades against the overhaul checklist, replace worn bearings and seals, reassemble to blueprint torque values, run the post-overhaul bench run, and complete the engine overhaul entry in the log before handoff.
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The daily work19
Adjust assemblies accordingly
+Adjust the left and right guide assemblies on Gate 7 to remove the 3 mm misalignment at the roller plate:…
Adjust assemblies accordingly
+Adjust the left and right guide assemblies on Gate 7 to remove the 3 mm misalignment at the roller plate: follow the gate assembly diagram, loosen the four M8 bolts, shift the guide blocks inward 3 mm, torque bolts to 25 Nm, verify smooth travel and log the change in the gate maintenance record before close of shift today.
The tools that do the workComputerized aircraft log manager CALMESCO
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Construct, fit and install prefabricated parts
+Build, fit and install the prefabricated taxiway guardrail and hinge assemblies from bay 3, follow the…
Construct, fit and install prefabricated parts
+Build, fit and install the prefabricated taxiway guardrail and hinge assemblies from bay 3, follow the blueprint dimensions, torque every fastener to spec, verify alignment with the runway edge marker, and sign the job card when complete.
The tools that do the workDisassemblerESCOO*NET
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Measure the tension of control cables.
+Measure cable tension on runway approach control cables A12 and A13 using the tension chart in the…
Measure the tension of control cables.
+Measure cable tension on runway approach control cables A12 and A13 using the tension chart in the maintenance manual, record readings on the inspection sheet, adjust turnbuckles until readings match spec, and update the log with my initials.
The tools that do the workComputerized aircraft log manager CALMO*NET
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Obtain fuel and oil samples and check them for contamination.
+Collect fuel and oil samples from tank 2 and pump 1 into clean sample bottles, run the visual water/drop test…
Obtain fuel and oil samples and check them for contamination.
+Collect fuel and oil samples from tank 2 and pump 1 into clean sample bottles, run the visual water/drop test and particle inspection per the contamination checklist, tag rejected samples, and file the contamination report in the fuel log.
The tools that do the workSAPO*NET
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Listen to operating engines to detect and diagnose malfunctions, such as sticking or burned valves.
+Listen to the idling runway generator engines during the scheduled run-up, note any knocking, sticking or…
Listen to operating engines to detect and diagnose malfunctions, such as sticking or burned valves.
+Listen to the idling runway generator engines during the scheduled run-up, note any knocking, sticking or valve-surge sounds against the engine sound profile, record suspected cylinder numbers and severity, then raise a defect report for inspection.
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Inventory and requisition or order supplies, parts, materials, and equipment.
+Count stock of consumables in the hangar—filters, hoses, bolts and lubricant—update the parts bin quantities,…
Inventory and requisition or order supplies, parts, materials, and equipment.
+Count stock of consumables in the hangar—filters, hoses, bolts and lubricant—update the parts bin quantities, create requisitions for items below minimum level, and send the purchase requests to procurement with required part numbers.
The tools that do the workSAPO*NET
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Clean engines, sediment bulk and screens, and carburetors, adjusting carburetor float levels.
+Remove carburetor bowl and screens, clean with approved solvent, drain sediment traps and inspect for…
Clean engines, sediment bulk and screens, and carburetors, adjusting carburetor float levels.
+Remove carburetor bowl and screens, clean with approved solvent, drain sediment traps and inspect for corrosion, reset carburetor float to the specified height, bench-test for leaks, then record the maintenance action on the engine workcard.
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Spread plastic film over areas to be repaired to prevent damage to surrounding areas.
+Cover the adjacent runway and taxiway surfaces with plastic film and secure seams with approved tape before…
Spread plastic film over areas to be repaired to prevent damage to surrounding areas.
+Cover the adjacent runway and taxiway surfaces with plastic film and secure seams with approved tape before cutting out the damaged asphalt patch today, so debris and sealant cannot contaminate surrounding pavements.
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Prepare and paint aircraft surfaces.
+Prepare and mask the aircraft skin panels, mix the specified primer and topcoat per the maintenance sheet,…
Prepare and paint aircraft surfaces.
+Prepare and mask the aircraft skin panels, mix the specified primer and topcoat per the maintenance sheet, and paint the fuselage section between station 120 and 150 today, ensuring flash times and finish thickness match the spec.
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Determine repair limits for engine hot section parts.
+Inspect the turbine hot section parts against the tolerance tables in the component manual, measure cracks…
Determine repair limits for engine hot section parts.
+Inspect the turbine hot section parts against the tolerance tables in the component manual, measure cracks and erosion, and record which parts exceed repair limits so I can order replacements and flag the log for engineering review.
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Cure bonded structures, using portable or stationary curing equipment.
+Set up the curing blanket and monitor temperature and vacuum cycles while curing the bonded wing splice this…
Cure bonded structures, using portable or stationary curing equipment.
+Set up the curing blanket and monitor temperature and vacuum cycles while curing the bonded wing splice this afternoon, logging cycle times and thermocouple readings to meet the composite bonding procedure.
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Repair hydraulic and pneumatic systems
+Troubleshoot the hydraulic power unit, isolate the failed actuator circuit, replace the damaged hose and…
Repair hydraulic and pneumatic systems
+Troubleshoot the hydraulic power unit, isolate the failed actuator circuit, replace the damaged hose and seal, then pressure-test the system and record the test results in the aircraft maintenance log before return to service.
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Install software and instrument panels
+Remove the old instrument panel, fit the new avionics panel and route harnesses to the rack, install the…
Install software and instrument panels
+Remove the old instrument panel, fit the new avionics panel and route harnesses to the rack, install the flight software package and verify all gauges and switches power up and communicate with the bus before signing off.
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Maintain detailed maintenance records
+Update the pavement maintenance record with today’s inspection: list each defect with precise location, photo…
Maintain detailed maintenance records
+Update the pavement maintenance record with today’s inspection: list each defect with precise location, photo reference, parts used and technician initials, then save the stamped, searchable record to the airport safety file.
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Coordinate with flight crews and ground staff
+Notify the arrivals desk, the on‑duty captain for Flight 472 and the ground handling supervisor that runway…
Coordinate with flight crews and ground staff
+Notify the arrivals desk, the on‑duty captain for Flight 472 and the ground handling supervisor that runway 2L will have a 20‑minute foreign object sweep at 14:30, include expected start, duration, and the active taxiways to avoid.
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Assist in training new technicians
+Schedule a two‑hour on‑tarmac session next Tuesday at 09:00 to demonstrate runway crack repair, bring the…
Assist in training new technicians
+Schedule a two‑hour on‑tarmac session next Tuesday at 09:00 to demonstrate runway crack repair, bring the repair kit, displacement gauge and the step‑by‑step checklist, and invite trainee list plus their supervisors for sign‑off.
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Use hand tools, power tools and other equipment
+Prepare the tool crib and safety briefing, issue the specified torque wrench, pneumatic breaker and grounding…
Use hand tools, power tools and other equipment
+Prepare the tool crib and safety briefing, issue the specified torque wrench, pneumatic breaker and grounding straps to crew A for the 07:00 shift, note serials and expected return times in the equipment log.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft ExcelESCO
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Manufacture fixed or rotary wing aircrafts and aircraft subassemblies
+Cut a full‑scale template from the blueprint set, mark the datum and hole centres, verify clearances against…
Manufacture fixed or rotary wing aircrafts and aircraft subassemblies
+Cut a full‑scale template from the blueprint set, mark the datum and hole centres, verify clearances against the installation drawing, then record any deviations and submit the marked sheet to engineering for approval.
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Read and interpret blueprints
+Pull the latest runway layout drawing, dimension the pavement joints and elevations called out on sheet 4,…
Read and interpret blueprints
+Pull the latest runway layout drawing, dimension the pavement joints and elevations called out on sheet 4, confirm tolerances against the specification and flag any conflicts for the senior engineer before repairs proceed.
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