So, those who are currently attending the AME course or planning to join will enjoy a higher advantage as they will come with the newer set of skills and training that the job demands.
As per Boeing’s Technician Outlook 2017-2036, advances in airplane technology will accentuate the need for engineers skilled in avionics, composites, and digital troubleshooting. As far as the scenario in the Middle East is concerned, David Longridge, VP Commercial Service Sales (Boeing Global Service) said, “With the anticipated demand for pilots, technicians and cabin crew in the Middle East, there is clearly a tremendous need to ensure personnel is available to fill those roles. It is an exciting time to explore how we can use cutting-edge tools and technology to train these crews for tomorrow.”
The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) lists the median annual wage for aircraft maintenance engineers as $60,270 per year. This can vary based on what industry, country, and location.
So, those who are currently attending the AME course or planning to join will enjoy a higher advantage as they will come with the newer set of skills and training that job demands.