What is an avionics manager and how to become one

Key steps to become an avionics manager

1. Explore avionics manager education requirements

   Most common avionics manager degrees

   Associate

   43.1 %

   Bachelor's

   36.3 %

   Master's

   9.8 %

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2. Start to develop specific avionics manager skills

   Skills	Percentages
   FAA	28.92%
   Repair Station	11.52%
   Aircraft Maintenance	10.21%
   Test Equipment	7.89%
   Avionics Systems	6.92%

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3. Complete relevant avionics manager training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 3-6 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New avionics managers learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as an avionics manager based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real avionics manager resumes.

4. Research avionics manager duties and responsibilities

   • Manage the avionics maintenance requirements and supervise the personnel for the S-3B aircraft at home and deploy in the combat zones.
   • Work with radar, radio and navigation systems.
   • Provide quality standards by Gulfstream that are implemented for safety- conscious, quality-orient and skil workforce.
   • Install military and commercial upgrades to MD500, MD600, MD902 helicopters.

5. Apply for avionics manager jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for an avionics manager job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams