Avionics supervisor vs head mechanic

The differences between avionics supervisors and head mechanics can be seen in a few details. Each job has different responsibilities and duties. It typically takes 2-4 years to become both an avionics supervisor and a head mechanic. Additionally, a head mechanic has an average salary of $116,841, which is higher than the $70,858 average annual salary of an avionics supervisor.

The top three skills for an avionics supervisor include safety procedures, FAA and airframe. The most important skills for a head mechanic are preventive maintenance, R, and air compressors.

Avionics supervisor vs head mechanic overview

	Avionics Supervisor	Head Mechanic
Yearly salary	$70,858	$116,841
Hourly rate	$34.07	$56.17
Growth rate	6%	4%
Number of jobs	8,504	42,612
Job satisfaction	-	-
Most common degree	Bachelor's Degree, 37%	High School Diploma, 37%
Average age	49	49
Years of experience	4	4

Avionics supervisor vs head mechanic salary

Avionics supervisors and head mechanics have different pay scales, as shown below.

	Avionics Supervisor	Head Mechanic
Average salary	$70,858	$116,841
Salary range	Between $52,000 And $95,000	Between $86,000 And $158,000
Highest paying City	-	-
Highest paying state	-	-
Best paying company	-	-
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Differences between avionics supervisor and head mechanic education

There are a few differences between an avionics supervisor and a head mechanic in terms of educational background:

	Avionics Supervisor	Head Mechanic
Most common degree	Bachelor's Degree, 37%	High School Diploma, 37%
Most common major	Electrical Engineering	Automotive Technology
Most common college	SUNY Farmingdale	SUNY College of Technology at Alfred

Avionics supervisor vs head mechanic demographics

Here are the differences between avionics supervisors' and head mechanics' demographics:

	Avionics Supervisor	Head Mechanic
Average age	49	49
Gender ratio	Male, 94.3% Female, 5.7%	Male, 97.2% Female, 2.8%
Race ratio	Black or African American, 8.3% Unknown, 4.5% Hispanic or Latino, 15.8% Asian, 2.1% White, 68.0% American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.2%	Black or African American, 8.4% Unknown, 4.5% Hispanic or Latino, 16.0% Asian, 2.1% White, 67.7% American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.2%
LGBT Percentage	4%	4%

Differences between avionics supervisor and head mechanic duties and responsibilities

Avionics supervisor example responsibilities.

Manage the avionics maintenance requirements and supervise the personnel for the S-3B aircraft at home and deploy in the combat zones.
Coordinate and manage required logistics support, and direct, document, and monitor aircraft cannibalization.
Conduct 1st high-speed data system installation, obtaining STC approval prior to Gulfstream.
Incorporate cross training and OJT programs to ensure all plan activities are met.
Install, program and update all cockpit instruments, radios, GPS and flight controls.
Analyze, troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair to module level aircraft radar and navigational equipment.

Head mechanic example responsibilities.

Maintain and manage shop for parts, supplies and priority in jobs and cleanliness.
Weld (Mig, arc, Oxy/Acet . )
Assist lead mechanics with diagnosis and repair of all units and systems.
Involve in all aspects of center maintenance from roof repairs and HVAC to lanes and pinspotters.
Perform plan maintenance and repairs on HVAC equipment to include boilers, large air handlers, and roof top units.
Perform any necessary repairs and diagnosis (electrical, hydraulics, engine, drivetrain, suspension, etc .).

Avionics supervisor vs head mechanic skills

Common avionics supervisor skills

Safety Procedures, 18%
FAA, 12%
Airframe, 8%
Direct Supervision, 8%
Avionics Systems, 5%
Engineering Drawings, 4%

Common head mechanic skills

Preventive Maintenance, 6%
R, 6%
Air Compressors, 5%
Diesel Engines, 5%
Brake Systems, 5%
DOT, 5%

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