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Military Fleet Maintenance Managers

Median Salary
68,018
Workforce Count
78,639

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

Fleet maintenance managers supervise and coordinate the repair and maintenance of the Military’s airplanes, ships, trucks, and other vehicles. They establish maintenance schedules, develop work procedures, and direct the operation of maintenance crews. They manage machine and maintenance shops. From repairing equipment damaged in battle to providing preventive maintenance, these managers are critical for keeping the Military’s fleet strong.

What is the work environment like?

Fleet maintenance managers work in offices located in maintenance yards, shops, and garages.

How many people have this role in the Military?

78,639

Compensation

Understanding How Military Pay is More Than Just a Salary

Base pay is the standard income you’ll earn as a service member, providing a stable foundation to start achieving your financial goals.

  • Always fixed based on rank and service time.
  • Distributed monthly.
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What is the typical salary range?

Salary by Years of Service

$51,761

2 Years

$71,899

6 Years

$102,595

10+ Years
Median Salary
68,018

Military Details

What Service Branches offer this role?

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Is this a staff or leadership role?

Enlisted
Officer
Officers are service members who plan, direct operations and manage enlisted personnel, developing a broad range of leadership-related skills.
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What does the training for this role entail?

Like other officers, fleet maintenance managers complete a comprehensive training program covering responsibilities, military structure and etiquette, traditions, and leadership development. Additional training consists of classroom and field training. Job-specific training may include:

  • Management of aircraft or aircraft electronics (avionics) maintenance
  • Management of vehicle, railroad, and other equipment maintenance
  • Use of management information systems
  • Logistics and operational support functions

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

  • High school

    29%

  • Some college

    28%

  • Bachelor's degree

    25%

  • Associate's degree

    13%

  • Post-secondary certificate

    2%

Which college majors best prepare you for this role?

  • Railroad and Railway Transportation

Learn About How Military Can Pay for 100% of your College Degree

The Military has several programs that cover college costs — so you can pursue your education with little to no debt.
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Skills and Interests

What skills will set you up for success?

No data available for this section.

What knowledge is essential to bring to the table?

  • Customer and Personal Service
  • Production and Processing
  • Administration and Management
  • Education and Training
  • Administrative

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

No data available for this section.

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Enterprising

You love taking risks in business or personal projects — and have the leadership skills to back it up.

Realistic

You love hands-on work and solving practical problems — like fixing things and building stuff.

Conventional

You like structure, staying organized, and working with systems to get things done efficiently.

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