Military Flight Engineering Technicians
Military Career
General Information
Description
Flight engineering technicians perform aircraft inspections, including air crew visual inspection, preflight, through-flight, and post-flight inspections. They perform aircraft-related administrative tasks, aircraft maintenance, flight/ground training, internal/external cargo movement, and passenger transport. They also serve as crew members aboard military aircraft.
Work Environment
Flight engineering technicians live and work on air bases or aboard ships in all areas of the world. They fly in hot and cold climates and in all types of weather.
Workplace at a Glance
What you can expect to experience while on the job
- Responsibility
- Exposure to job hazards
- Physical activity
- Decision making
- Repetitiveness
- Level of competition
- Time pressure
Comparable Industries
- Transportation, Distribution & Logistics
Military Outlook
Service Branches
Jobs in this career field may be available in other service branches. Call or email a particular branch for more info.
Army
Marine Corps
Navy
Air Force
Coast Guard
Space ForceMilitary Status
- Enlisted
- Hands-on/specialized
- High school diploma required
Military Workforce
Flight Engineering Technicians in the Military
73,556
Salary
Salary Information
Median Military Salary This is the median, or the midpoint, of the salary range for this career.
$61,597
Military Salary Range Salary varies based on years of service, degree level, special pays, family status and location. Learn more about Military benefits.
$22,641 - $242,609
What makes up a Military salary?
Military salaries include a lot more than just base pay.
They also offer:
- Housing allowances
- Subsistence allowances
- Special and incentive pays
- Cost-of-living allowances
- Hazardous-duty pay
- Bonuses
Learn more about what goes into a salary with the compensation estimator
Learn more about military insurance and retirement benefits
Education
Most Common Education Levels
People in this career achieve this level of education.
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Post-secondary certificate 49%
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High school 18%
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Associate's degree 16%
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Some college 12%
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Bachelor's degree 3%
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Master's degree 0%
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Doctoral degree 0%
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Post baccalaureate 0%
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Less than high school 0%
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Post-doctoral training 0%
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Post-master's certificate 0%
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First professional degree 0%
Military training
All enlisted service members complete basic military training, which includes time spent in a classroom and in the field, and covers tactical and survival skills, physical training, military life and customs, and weapons training. Flight engineering technicians develop skills through classroom instruction and on-the-job experience in aircraft inspection and flight operations. Training content may include: Operation of aircraft systemsPre-flight, in-flight, and post-flight inspection of aircraft engines, structures, and systemsPreparation of records and logsIn-flight refuelingBasic weight and balanceEmergency procedures including evacuation
Read MoreSkills at a Glance
Skills helpful in this career
- Verbal skills
- Critical thinking & problem solving
- Equipment operation & maintenance
- Math & science skills
- Technology design & control
- Leadership
Related College Majors
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Knowledge
- Mechanical
- Computers and Electronics
- English Language
- Engineering and Technology
- Design
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