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What You'll Do: As an aircraft mechanic, you are responsible for making sure that airplanes and helicopters are always in good working order. This means inspecting aircraft and performing regular maintenance and major repairs when they are needed. Flying is one of the most popular modes of transportation in our modern world because it's fast and safe. In order for it to remain that way, society needs the expertise of people like you.

Most aircraft technicians do shift work, and you probably do too. The most common schedule calls for an eight-hour day and 40-hour workweek that switches between day and night shifts and weekday and weekend shifts. You probably work for an airline company, aerospace manufacturing company, or the federal government. Fixing planes can be physically and mentally strenuous because of strict deadlines, poor weather conditions when working outside, and the hazardous nature of the work.

There are several major types of mechanics. Maintenance mechanics mainly perform inspections and diagnose problems. Repair mechanics are tasked with fixing mechanical problems. Lastly, avionic technicians work with the electronics on a plane. They deal with all the electrical problems.

Education and Training: In the United States, the Federal Aviation Administration certifies all aircraft mechanics. Many aviation maintenance tech schools are certified by the FAA, and they generally last about two years. Some schools even offer four-year programs, and attending one of these will look more impressive to employers. Aviation maintenance schools teach prospective mechanics how to use the tools of the trade and gives them hands-on experience working on real planes. They also familiarize students with the advanced technologies used in planes today so that they can eventually solve electrical issues.

Those who excel in math, physics, chemical and electrical engineering, and computers should thrive as aircraft mechanics.

The Future: The aircraft equipment maintenance profession is expected to grow at about 6% through 2020. That's slower than the average for all occupation, and will likely mean keen competition for available positions. 

The Pay: Annual salaries for Aircraft Mechanics in the U.S. range from $33,600 to $72,200, with the average median annual wage hitting $54,500 in 2011 as per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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