The
aviation industry offers career opportunities to suit many interests
and backgrounds. The aviation industry is not limited to pilots,
flight attendants, ticket agents, airport administrators, astronomy,
and other related careers. This industry encompasses a variety
of careers such as science, engineering, mathematics, medicine,
business, law, technology, communications, and many more.
Some aviation careers require a college degree
while others may require a high school diploma, a solid background
in math and science or some years of technical training either
on the job or through technical schools. All employees, regardless
of their jobs, are given some degree of on-the-job training
There are several aviation careers
categories. Each category provides a brief description
about the various
aviation careers, salary range, educational requirement(s),
and aviation employer(s) for each aviation career you're
interested in pursuing. Some career information was obtained
from various sources such the FAA
and US
Occupational Handbook.
Lets take a look at various careers in aviation
as you plan for your future.
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Pilot
Careers |
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Flight
Instructors |
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Regional
Airline Pilots |
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Military
Pilots |
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Major/National
Airline Pilots |
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Aircraft
Manufacturing |
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Manufacturing
Engineers |
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Electrical
Installers & Technicians |
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Tool,
Jig & Fixture Makers |
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Quality
Technicians |
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