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Job outlook for avionics technicians in the United States
Avionics technician job growth summary. After extensive research, interviews, and analysis, Zippia's data science team found that:
The projected avionics technician job growth rate is 6% from 2018-2028.
About 9,000 new jobs for avionics technicians are projected over the next decade.
Avionics technician salaries have increased 12% for avionics technicians in the last 5 years.
There are over 13,132 avionics technicians currently employed in the United States.
There are 25,603 active avionics technician job openings in the US.
The average avionics technician salary is $55,545.
Are avionics technician jobs in demand?
Avionics technician job and salary trends over time
Avionics technician jobs over time
Avionics technician job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 13,132 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 14,855 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 15,122 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 13,178 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 13,020 | 0.00% |
Average avionics technician salary over time
Avionics technician salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $55,545 | $26.70 | +3.3% |
| 2024 | $53,793 | $25.86 | +2.4% |
| 2023 | $52,515 | $25.25 | +2.4% |
| 2022 | $51,296 | $24.66 | +3.1% |
| 2021 | $49,748 | $23.92 | +3.8% |
Avionics technician jobs by state
Most common states for avionics technicians
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Iowa | 3,145,711 | 785 | 25% |
| 2 | Alaska | 739,795 | 171 | 23% |
| 3 | Montana | 1,050,493 | 206 | 20% |
| 4 | Vermont | 623,657 | 127 | 20% |
| 5 | Delaware | 961,939 | 178 | 19% |
| 6 | Georgia | 10,429,379 | 1,745 | 17% |
| 7 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 231 | 17% |
| 8 | Maine | 1,335,907 | 228 | 17% |
| 9 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 128 | 17% |
| 10 | Colorado | 5,607,154 | 878 | 16% |
| 11 | Alabama | 4,874,747 | 758 | 16% |
| 12 | Idaho | 1,716,943 | 274 | 16% |
| 13 | Indiana | 6,666,818 | 1,028 | 15% |
| 14 | Wisconsin | 5,795,483 | 853 | 15% |
| 15 | Connecticut | 3,588,184 | 556 | 15% |
| 16 | Nebraska | 1,920,076 | 281 | 15% |
| 17 | Utah | 3,101,833 | 449 | 14% |
| 18 | South Dakota | 869,666 | 120 | 14% |
| 19 | Washington | 7,405,743 | 964 | 13% |
| 20 | Oregon | 4,142,776 | 557 | 13% |
Most common cities for avionics technicians
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Huntsville | 6 | 3% | $49,506 |
| 2 | Savannah | 5 | 3% | $42,525 |
| 3 | Eden Prairie | 2 | 3% | $51,766 |
| 4 | Goodyear | 2 | 3% | $55,222 |
| 5 | Wichita | 9 | 2% | $53,561 |
| 6 | Palmdale | 3 | 2% | $66,473 |
| 7 | Fargo | 2 | 2% | $53,091 |
| 8 | Colorado Springs | 6 | 1% | $53,413 |
| 9 | Indianapolis | 6 | 1% | $52,013 |
| 10 | Jacksonville | 6 | 1% | $43,666 |
| 11 | Tucson | 5 | 1% | $53,540 |
| 12 | Atlanta | 3 | 1% | $42,888 |
| 13 | Des Moines | 3 | 1% | $54,148 |
| 14 | Mesa | 3 | 1% | $54,798 |
| 15 | Anchorage | 2 | 1% | $64,260 |
| 16 | Birmingham | 2 | 1% | $49,188 |
| 17 | Denver | 3 | 0% | $53,727 |
| 18 | Dallas | 2 | 0% | $51,366 |
Avionics Technician job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of avionics technician experts
Guilford Technical Community College
Nicolas Yale
GTCC Director of Aviation ProgramsGuilford Technical Community College
Aviation Campus
What skills will help Avionics Technicians earn the most?
Nicolas Yale: Professional Piloting and Aviation Maintenance positions likely will have the highest wage expansion in the next 5-10 years with the largest numbers of jobs opening. Technicians need their basic licenses and will need avionics and electronics experience and training to keep up with the technological changes quickly being rolled out. It is nearly impossible to compare aircraft being sold today to those ten years ago. Technology has changed how they are flown, maintained, and what you need to know to operate them in a technical operation. Starting wages are already higher than most industries, and increase scales are the steepest seen in years to retain talent. Good lines of flight and good shifts for work will come quickly in this industry, which is hiring quickly. Seniority determines good options, and growth will continually move you up the list.
What skills stand out on Avionics Technician resumes?
Nicolas Yale: Focus on your historical work that compliments your current desired path into aviation. Pilots need to focus on past resource management (strict task sharing roles) and working in a regimented and forward-thinking position (thinking ahead of the current situation). Technicians need to focus on technical or mechanical experiences that show an ability to troubleshoot and isolate failures, previous experience in researching technical data, and diagrams for system understanding/troubleshooting. Of course, put your licensing and certifications gained from your recent training first and foremost to show drive to move into the new field of work.
What hard/technical skills are most important for Avionics Technicians?
Nicolas Yale: The aviation industry is shorthanded in nearly all skilled labor areas: pilots, mechanics, maintenance specialists, project managers, logistics developers, and planners. Baby-boomer retirement and cutbacks during COVID have left large skilled labor shortages across the board. The key is to pick the area you want to start, gain the proper credentials to get started and take advantage of apprenticeships and work-study programs to get your foot in the door. Do not be afraid to change direction if your employer wants to retrain you based on your skills or aptitude. Use the opportunity to add skills and certifications to your resume.