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Aviation Maintenance Technician

Aviation Maintenance Technician

In this program, you will gain real-world skills by inspecting, diagnosing, and repairing small and large aircraft structures made of metal, fiberglass, and composite materials. Proper upkeep and maintenance of airframes, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems is essential to ensure flights are safe and successful. You will dive into the technical side of aviation by troubleshooting electrical networks, servicing communication systems, and maintaining advanced reciprocating and turbine engines. Career advancement requires Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certifications.

A student wearing eye protective wear practicing safety wiring on an airplane propeller.

Career Expectations

  • Work in various weather conditions/heights/positions
  • Perform maintenance/troubleshooting for tools/equipment
  • Diagnose malfunctioning equipment, analyze error messages to correct issues
  • Understand/use content in technical/service manuals
  • Maintain repair logs/document aircraft maintenance to meet FAA standards
  • Work collaboratively with experts across the transportation pathway
Two people stand inside an airplane hangar, examining small aircraft.

Ohio Department of Education & Workforce Development Courses

Year 1

  • Aviation 
  • Aviation Maintenance General

Year 2

  • Aviation Structure and Design
  • Aircraft Airframe Systems and Components 
  • Aviation Powerplant Theory and Maintenance*
  • Aviation Powerplant Systems and Components*

*optional at Laurel

View complete course guide here

Next Ready Skills

At Great Oaks, you’ll do more than learn a trade; you’ll master NextReady skills like clear communication and problem-solving that help you get hired. You will get a head start on building a professional reputation for being dependable, adaptable, and technically skilled before you even graduate

Effective Communicators

Complete FAA logbook maintenance/repair entries with technical precision and collaborate with flight crews regarding repair timelines.

Critical Thinkers

Analyze hydraulic and avionics systems using manufacturer manuals while following all Federal Aviation Administration procedures/rules.

Adapt­able Navigators

Adapt to advances in avionics technology, pivot from scheduled maintenance to urgent repairs, and remain flexible during demanding repair schedules.

Account­able Employees

Understand the high stakes of flight safety, take full responsibility for every part of the aircraft, and keep electrical/mechanical/avionic/navigation/communication equipment working properly.

Skilled Professionals

Maintain details of maintenance/repairs, maintain proficiency with precision tools/equipment, and study/maintain Federal Aviation Administration certifications.

Bottom Line: If you are disciplined, detail-oriented, and want a high-responsibility career ensuring aircraft are safe to fly, Aviation Maintenance Technician may be right for you.

Contact the Instructors

Nicholas Alatis

Diamond Oaks

Derek Walters

Laurel Oaks

Scot Pembleton

Laurel Oaks