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Aircraft Systems Jobs & Careers

Aircraft systems jobs cover a wide range of roles in engineering, maintenance, avionics, and operations. These positions are crucial in the aviation industry, ensuring aircraft safety, performance, and efficiency.

1. Aircraft Systems Engineer

Role: Designs, tests, and integrates aircraft systems (avionics, hydraulics, propulsion, etc.).
Skills: Aerospace engineering, systems integration, CAD software, regulatory compliance (FAA, EASA).
Employers: Boeing, Airbus, Lockheed Martin, FAA, NASA.
Education: Bachelor's in aerospace, mechanical, or electrical engineering.

2. Avionics Technician

Role: Installs, inspects, and repairs aircraft electronic systems (radios, navigation, autopilot).
Skills: Electrical diagnostics, soldering, troubleshooting, reading schematics.
Employers: Airlines, MROs (Maintenance, Repair, Overhaul), defense contractors.
Education: Associate’s degree or FAA-certified avionics training.

3. Aircraft Maintenance Technician (AMT) / A&P Mechanic

Role: Performs routine and emergency maintenance on aircraft systems.
Skills: Mechanical troubleshooting, hydraulic/pneumatic system repair, FAA Part 145 compliance.
Employers: Airlines (Delta, United), MRO facilities, private aviation.
Education: FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certification.

4. Flight Test Engineer

Role: Conducts flight tests to validate aircraft system performance and safety.
Skills: Data analysis, telemetry, aerodynamics, instrumentation.
Employers: Aircraft manufacturers, military, NASA.
Education: Aerospace engineering degree, pilot experience preferred.

5. Systems Integration Specialist

Role: Ensures all aircraft subsystems work together seamlessly (avionics, hydraulics, propulsion).
Skills: Systems modeling, software programming, cybersecurity.
Employers: Aerospace manufacturers, military contractors.
Education: Engineering degree, experience with embedded systems.

6. Airline Flight Operations Engineer

Role: Supports airline operations by optimizing aircraft performance and safety procedures.
Skills: Flight planning, weight & balance calculations, regulatory compliance.
Employers: Airlines, corporate flight departments.
Education: Aerospace engineering, aviation management.

7. UAV (Drone) Systems Engineer

Role: Develops and maintains unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) for military, commercial, or research use.
Skills: Software development, control systems, RF communication.
Employers: Defense contractors, research institutions, delivery services (Amazon, Zipline).
Education: Robotics, computer science, or aerospace engineering.

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