Avionics Technicians
SOC Code: 49-2091
Avionics Technicianss test and troubleshoot instruments, components, and assemblies, using circuit testers, oscilloscopes, or voltmeters. This career typically requires medium preparation (1-2 years). With an AI-proof score of 92.0/100, this role has high resilience to automation. Key skills include Repairing, Troubleshooting, Equipment Maintenance.
AI-Proof Score: 92.0 — Very High
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Median Salary
$81,390
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Job Growth
8.2%
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Training Time
Medium preparation (1-2 years)
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Job Zone
Zone 3 / 5
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Training Cost
~$15,000
Key Skills
- •Repairing
- •Troubleshooting
- •Equipment Maintenance
- •Quality Control Analysis
- •Operations Monitoring
- •Critical Thinking
Common Tasks
- ✓Test and troubleshoot instruments, components, and assemblies, using circuit testers, oscilloscopes, or voltmeters.
- ✓Keep records of maintenance and repair work.
- ✓Adjust, repair, or replace malfunctioning components or assemblies, using hand tools or soldering irons.
- ✓Install electrical and electronic components, assemblies, and systems in aircraft, using hand tools, power tools, or soldering irons.
- ✓Set up and operate ground support and test equipment to perform functional flight tests of electrical and electronic systems.
Training & Resources
Why AI-Proof?
- ✅Requires hands-on physical presence and dexterity
- ✅Demands human empathy, judgment, and trust
- ✅Operates in unpredictable, variable environments
- ✅Social and regulatory barriers to full automation