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Avionics Technicians

Role Overview

Install, inspect, test, adjust, or repair avionics equipment, such as radar, radio, navigation, and missile control systems in aircraft or space vehicles.

Recommended Majors

Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space Engineering, Other. Avionics Maintenance Technology/Technician.

Related Careers

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Salary by State (top paying)

State	Median salary
Washington	$107,640
New Jersey	$100,980
Maryland	$99,180
Connecticut	$94,220
Nevada	$94,080
Alabama	$92,100
Hawaii	$91,110
Pennsylvania	$91,080
California	$90,270
Vermont	$86,200
Massachusetts	$84,840
New Hampshire	$84,560
Arizona	$84,550
Oregon	$82,980
New York	$82,340

Frequently Asked Questions

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BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), BLS Employment Projections.

Median Annual Salary

$81,390

Projected Growth (10yr)

+8.2%

Avg. annual openings

1.8k

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