How much does an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) in the United States is $46 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $40 and $54. Hourly rate can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) Salary $33 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) Salary $40 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) Salary $46 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) Salary $54 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) Salary $62 US March 26, 2024
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What is an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) ?

An Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME), also Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (LAME or L-AME), is a licensed person who carries out and certifies aircraft maintenance. The license is widespread internationally and is recognised by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). The American FAA recognise the qualification in foreign countries but refer to it as Aviation Maintenance Engineer rather than "Aircraft...". Countries which issue or recognize AME licenses internally include; Australia, Bangladesh, Canada, India, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and much of Asia. The Ameri...

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Job Description Job Description The Aircraft Maintenance Technician plays a crucial role in ensuring the safe and reliable operation of aircraft by performing various maintenance tasks and adhering to regulatory compliance standards. Reporting to the Crew Chief, this technician follows established workflows and priorities to maintain aircraft in accordance with the General Operating Manual (GOM) and General Maintenance Manual (GMM). Key Duties and Responsibilities: Receives work assignments from the Crew Chief and carries them out efficiently. Conducts all maintenance operations in strict compliance with Company policies, FAA regulations, and upholds the highest standards of workmanship. Manages parts procurement, verifying part authenticity, ensuring proper documentation, overseeing shipping/receiving, and maintaining inventory. May be required to travel on flights to provide essential maintenance support. Must be prepared for rapid response and deployment to address Aircraft on Groun
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HSGI has immediate openings for Avionics Technicians. Avionics Technician SUMMARY: The Avionics Maintenance Technician performs inspection, testing, troubleshooting, repairing, removal and replacement of aircraft instrument and avionics components and systems using basic hand tools and test equipment to meet manufacturer's specifications, FAR's, industry standards in a safe and organized work area.
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HSGI - Little Rock , AR
HSGI has immediate openings for Avionics Technicians. Avionics Technician SUMMARY: The Avionics Maintenance Technician performs inspection, testing, troubleshooting, repairing, removal and replacement of aircraft instrument and avionics components and systems using basic hand tools and test equipment to meet manufacturer's specifications, FAR's, industry standards in a safe and organized work area.
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HSGI - Chattanooga , TN
HSGI has immediate openings for Avionics Technicians. Avionics Technician SUMMARY: The Avionics Maintenance Technician performs inspection, testing, troubleshooting, repairing, removal and replacement of aircraft instrument and avionics components and systems using basic hand tools and test equipment to meet manufacturer's specifications, FAR's, industry standards in a safe and organized work area.
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Job Description This position may require rotational OCONUS deployments. Works directly with the Shift Lead to manage, control and direct resources to accomplish scheduled and unscheduled organizational-level maintenance utilizing applicable Air Force directives/instructions on MQ-9 aircraft and associated equipment. Directs and assists in the inspection, troubleshooting, and operations of communications equipment to include Ground Control Stations, Ground Data Terminals, standard 6 radio frequency, line-of-sight, beyond line-of-sight, wideband, ground-based satellite, peripheral computer/communications, and cryptographic equipment. Schedules satellite communications airtime and coordinates link activation with Department of Defense and civilian agencies. Assembles, connects, secures, and interconnects components such as transmitters, power supplies and antenna assemblies. Monitors and de-conflicts transmit/receive signals to ensure optimum performance and prevents interference with ot
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HSGI, Inc. - Richmond , VA
Avionics Technician SUMMARY: The Avionics Maintenance Technician performs inspection, testing, troubleshooting, repairing, removal and replacement of aircraft instrument and avionics components and systems using basic hand tools and test equipment to meet manufacturer's specifications, FAR's, industry standards in a safe and organized work area. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: · Provides leadership, technical expertise and guidance while performing various operational, functional tests and repairs of avionics/electronic, aircraft equipment and systems to ensure a defect free aircraft · Provides superior technical expertise in testing, troubleshooting and repairing system discrepancies to ensure minimum schedule impact · Demonstrates superior technical skills and expertise in avionics and aircraft systems operational testing and troubleshooting · Ensures quality and efficiency of all installations: troubleshoots and teaches troubleshooting processes/concepts to provide timely, quality repair
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These charts show the average hourly wage (core compensation), as well as the average total hourly cash compensation for the job of Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) in the United States. The average hourly rate for Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) ranges from $40 to $54 with the average hourly pay of $46. The total hourly cash compensation, which includes base and short-term incentives, can vary anywhere from $40 to $59 with the average total hourly cash compensation of $47.

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