I worked as a A + P for a business jet company for years and its a great job but i was in flight test so every day was different. Here is what to expect..you never know what hours you will work or if you will be off this coming weekend. I worked 6 months one time 14 hours a day 7 days a week. When you come in to work on Friday then you will know if ur off or not. You will be dealing sometimes with extreme stress and deadlines . I may come into work and hare a engine on the ground and they want to be in the air a hour ago take your time but hurry up. My love for aviation is why i did the kind of work if you love aviation then thats 80% of the getting through the other bullshit. If you are lazy, cant follow instructions, drinking at the bar on the weekend is a must for you dont go into aviation you wont make it. You work in aviation there are going to be times where thats all you do and sleep . But i promise you the feeling you get when you watch your plane under your care take off is something no other job will give you , That I can promise you
My biggest fear is being rushed and pushed to the point where i make a mistake on something....and being the aviation fanatic that i am, that is something i do not want to make mistakes....cause that means lives.
I'm 17 and I'm interested in learning more about this job like what degrees do you need and stuff like that if you could get whole of me that's be great!
This vid is a great heads up! I was a USAF Crew Chief on C-130 airframe for 8yrs. Absolutely dreaded when the acft I was assigned to, was pushed into the ISO hanger. Weeks of Inspection, heavy maintenance, and refurbishment. The tempo of the flight line is where its at! Hanger work or the manufacturing work, flat out sucks. These days, Im happy to be working at all. Im so sick of being laid off. So im now enrolling in Pittsburgh Institute Of Aeronautics to once and for all......grab that A&P. I should have gone after my certs a long time ago. So, to those who are thinking about going into this field, and you have a passion for aviation....... Don't wait as I have! Get your butt in gear....... Do It!
I grew up around aircraft mechanics and planes, with my dad being a pilot/mechanic himself. I don't have a huge passion for fixing planes, but I have a huge interest in building my own and repairing my own. I've decided I'm gonna go into AIM since this career would be better than an office job.
If I'm not mistaken, that's the sweet sound of a Ford 6.0. Yea, I know that engine well and truly earned the hate of customers and mechanics alike, but there is no arguing about that sound. P.S. I still have mine, I think the family and friends are planning an intervention or something.
How is the workplace? Im in retail, trying to get out. Its a miserable workplace. Ive gotten 1 50 cent raise in the last 2 years. Everyone is always asking me to do stuff for them, and i'm getting a reputation for not getting my work done as a result. Im constantly dealing with customers who ask the most frusterating questions, and have the most insufferable attitudes. is making a miserable prick out of me, and i need to get out, and into the world of aviation before i end up on the evening news. Upon getting my a&p, should i expect miserable assholery from everyone and no raise untill 10 years put in? Will the atmosphere and work enviornment be any better than retail?
I'm a/c mechanic too, working at line maintenance on mostly a320 family, sometimes A330 and I love my job. as you said, you don't know what will happen that day, it's kinda pretty awesome, because everyday is different.
Avoid the aviation industry if you can. if you wanna be a aircraft mechanic the liability is similar to someone in the medical field (surgeon,cardiologist) ie in the aviation if you leave a single tool on site ie on the taxiway your career is over for good.($50,000 in education gone down the drain) if you mess up you be doing triple time in jail since all your charges will be federal. someone in jail once said i want to do local not federal crimes. so you can see messing up is not an option and the work you did hunts you down the road until you die, the plane gets retired or someone else changes that part.(companies come and go but your signature lasts a lifetime) you also spend as much a 2 hours getting to your site imagine getting to the front desk of an office building at 7:00am and go through a maze that takes two hours to complete with security checkpoints to get to your cubicle. also say you get hired today you will in some horror scenarios wait 2 months before you can even start since you have to get a security badge to make sure you are not going to blow stuff up/do stupid stuff this SIDA Badge process can be worse than the DMV since you have to do it every time you switch jobs that time waiting for that access to work is unpaid time you dont get paid back. it took me 3 months from the day i applied to get my badge as a cabin cleaner. also going to aviation mechanic school is like studying physics or engineering IT IS HARD AF you will have to kill yourself studying and if you like to have a life well you can kiss that goodbye. you have to Jesus waking on water at the time of study even get a chance of passing the class. i struggled through aviation school before i found out this wasn't for me. you also will working overnights and ALL HOLIDAYS forever also you wont enjoy the summer/holiday season since you will be busy as hell. to quote a aviation mechanic "This is not a 9-5 job, it’s a 24x7 operation with the majority of your career spent working nights AND weekends in every possible combination of weather!" this isn't worth a free first class flight once a year and $50 an hour top pay and $20-$25 bottom/staring pay
@@joeh.2557 Go to one of em Job fairs yet? My hype for Airframe school @Naa kinda died down Wont be going on that highschool field trip their till Senior year so ill just chill on those dreams for another year But everyone saying "You get laid off alot, No one wants to hire you" that still rings in my head
A work week as a wind Turbine technician means 12 hrs/day, 6 days/week and climbing 1 to sometimes 3 towers (320ft each) a day with no climb assistance whatsoever. I’ve seen oil field guys quitting within a month and going right back to the oil and gas industry because it’s easier.
Most things ill agree not knowing your schedule, not knowing what your doing today, to date my longest shift has been 27 hrs straight. You won't make money at first but me being in it for 4.5 yrs I made 98k last yr of course contracting and constantly moving around the country so money is there if your willing to move to work to put in the long hrs it is no 9-5 industry
Your awesome bro! I love your "kick ass at work, kick ass at home" attitude. I'm going to school here in san antonio to get my A&P at st Phillips college I'm so excited thanks for this video
julian corps torres when you first start you don't get paid shit, but you are paying your dues. After you gain experience you can get on with someone like UPS and get $52 an hour before overtime. It depends where you go.
julian corps torres it also depends on how they live. I was making about $25,000-$27,000 as an E4 in the army. with child support on two kids, being remarried and had a new born. I wasn't broke, so it just depends on the person.
You don't know if he is a bad spender. You easily can start in the aircraft mechanic field making literally 15 dollars or even less, but after years of hard work you can get on with a big boy company like Delta, United, and get easily 100k a year with OT. If you can't do the little shit for mediocre pay, you can't do the big shit for big pay. That's how any field works, especially the heavy union field that is aircraft mechanics. If you're a frugal single guy you can live off of what low level mechanics make, especially with the OT you should be getting. Some people just waste money and others can live off nothing and thrive
Pitkä Peura word mad respect yo. I use to tell my soldier's almost the same thing when, they would claim that they wouldn't have any money problems if they were a Sergeant rank. it amazed me to see how the single soldier's who party every weekend, Vogt expensive clothing and expensive cars. had more money saved up then most of the married soldiers.
Get a job in the Airlines, you won’t be broke. That’s the major leagues of aviation maintenance. Also as a commenter said above, mail/freight carriers such as UPS / Fed Ex / DHL etc.
@Albert Mora 68 hours week ...................................look im not lazy but you americans are insane no disrespect 45-50 hours ok but 68 hours??!!!!! what !?????? no wonder you guys have no girlfriends or real friends. Again no disrespect.
if you have prior military experience on aircraft, there are plenty of companies willing to hire you. Mainly companies that have military contracts..L3, Lockeed, Siera Nevada, AAR...
I did a career in GA after the Air Force. The smaller the airplane the more responsibility the A&P will have. The A&P/IA is God. The draw back is of course it's another rating to achieve and maintain, and the mech owns the entire airplane. There was often no one else around who knows what to do. It requires learning all the resources of the system and how to use them. GA pay also stinks and there is shaky stability. But if you are sharp you get to learn to fly for free. There is always need to fly airplanes for testing. Flight instructors will be your buddies and will gladly toss your butt into the left seat. It makes zero difference to them at all. It's all time to them. Turn that into a commercial, also free if you can negotiate time, and now you are a flier. Most commercial pilots come from GA. Many commercial jobs will not hire pilots without A&P. Yes you can guess why. I helped a crew R&R a blown fuel seal on the left engine of a DC-3 that literally dead sticked into Mnt. Home muni U076 in...92 or so. It was like 0 outside, and he was dead stick so I towed him in. Snow up to our butts, one of them ran the phones and logs in the heat. And me and the other guy fixed the jet...rag they were flying. They were on the ground maybe 2 hours. Arney got a sweet fuel and maintenance sale.
Hey great post. I've always wonder what it's like to be an aircraft mechanic. I've wondered about auto mechanics too and man thank god they aren't working on aircrafts. LOL
The sound of that truck!!! I want in!! Nobody drives something like that and struggles. I don’t even know what kind of truck. Was a mechanic at ford A CDL dude I want this.
How do you gain experience when you just gain you a and p license ? What are some good M.R.O to choose from ? And why do they lay you off so quick if they want you to gain enough experience
Hey man, I have a question. How old is to old to become an aircraft mechanic. I just turned 26 and was wondering if it was too late to get into the field.
Chris Lesemann good timing:)) been doing it for over 20 years, still love my job. Good timing coz working for major airline can see lots of old folks around. They will have to be replaced within next 5-10 years. Average age probably closer to 50. Even though we did hire new people, I'm sure when we get new contract there will be small exodus:) so, get your experience and be ready!
God, you learned alot, from experience, honestly. I could have joined Air maintenance then, the fix is beyond me.. God bless you,... great video@sigshooter btw. 👍🏽😁
"Is the pay good?" You get to a point in life when you need to make a choice between doing what makes you happy and doing what makes you money. Just gotta learn how to have fun "Is the pay good?" It can be. Depending on how many certs you have and how long you've worked and where you work.
Very nice video. Such a good work. Congratulations! Question: Do you think someone at 57 can learn (some schools in my hometown) and get a job at this age? Kind regards.
Did you go through with the program? The school I’m currently in had a guy come in for his A&P at the age of 65. He has his PPL and got sick of paying labor costs for his aircraft lol
just like an asb vs a line u it in that army i’m trying to work when i get out i work on engines on apache’s right now the 701ds any advise for what degree or certificate beside a and p
MRO's are maintenance repair facilities, and usually this is the starting point for most guys in aviation. A&P is not required but helps MRO's work under a repair certificate by the FAA.
+Ashton Krawietz Well just depends on the region, and type of work. Line MX starts anywhere from 24.50 to 36.00 in some areas. Mro's are usually a little lower in price range, but it all just depends. I am in San Antonio, TX and there are slim picking's for work around here, but Austin, Dallas, Houston are booming.
+sigshooter Thanks bro. I've been looking into going to Aviation Institute of Maintenance in Houston and just concerned since it's like 38k... That may not be much to some but damn I hate debt lol... Anyways thanks for the video and response. If you have any other pointers on your aircraft mechanic, Id love to hear more and am sure I'm along with many others. Peace.
+Ashton Krawietz AIM is expensive, try to find a community college that offers an aircraft maintenance program. Use the following link to find a school near you. av-info.faa.gov/MaintenanceSchool.asp
I_ REUBEN sorry man. The closest you can do is military. Even then you get out and still have to go yon a&p school but might get some classes written off
i’m trying to be an aircraft maintenance technician and my dream is to work for lockheed martin but that’s a government job and i’m only in high school so i got a ways to go
Hey sig i was thinking on going to school to get my A&P but im really timid on it that once i get into the job i will be overwhelmed and not know how to fix this or that. So do you run into situations like that or can it happen often, or do you after a while just get enough experience that you feel comfortable and kick ass?
Hi, dude! I'm a metallic structure mechanic.. I have no a&p.. But I have anac license.. Do you have tips to me? Everybody says that in Florida there are lots of jobs in our area, do u agree?
My RUclips channel talks about my journey to getting my a&p as I’m currently in school ruclips.net/video/pZIv7rnMyow/видео.html If you like what you see “like & subscribe”
Yes you need to go to a part 135 school and learn how to do all of the magic in planes... some schools can be completed in 12 months or 24 months. it all depends
john zagado Yeah man, I remember my days in the line. Shit sucked but I learned the jets better than most folks who went right to the shop. 13 Years later, now qualified to fix anything on my current platform.
@@MrHevelifter I'm an AD my platform is turboprops, do you think that will give me good experience to work with civilian aircraft when I complete my time in the service?
i’m 14 and i want to be an aircraft mechanic when i’m out of high school what do y’all recommend me doing in high school or after to become an aircraft mechanic?
Join a a&p school right after highschool and while your their you can apply to repair stations and gain experience and once your done witch school and get your a&p you will have a few years of experience
friend, I did my bachelor degree in aeronautical engineering .....now if like to take training for aircraft mechanic ....IDK what's the process and how to get into job ....yeah I'm sure of my word above cause it's not my responsibility to take care of my family ....it's all about passion (surrounded by airplanes )...please reply me sir ...thanks
MOPARGuy chill out bro. People commit crimes and we bitch. Then they try to do right and get on their feet by become a productive member in society and we still bitch. So which one do you want? 🤦🏽♂️
what's going to be the main difference as a aviation mechanic if I get a FAA cert, or a associstes degree? Also, Its funny because im going to start going to school to become a aircraft mechanic, and my wife will be going to school to be a nurse. Although this guy is scsring me saying they're broke even after all his experience
d r Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics. I am attending this school currently and they have 4 campuses. Pittsburgh is the main one. Youngstown, Hagerstown, and myrtle beach. They are a great school so far. I have only been there for 2 days and I already like it. There is alot of learning there and alot of hands on experience and really great instructors who will help you through everything
d r it only matters if you can get the test required to get the A&P license, to many schools rip off people that cost to much. It doesn't matter only as long as it meets FAA requirements per FAA website.
To be honest. I haven’t been able to land a job especially with how. Covid came around two years ago so a lot of the aerospace companies in my area were on hold due to finding issues and also a lot of people left the companies do to the vaccine
Mandate and they just started hiring again this year barely . I ended up going to school for electrical on how to build a wire Harness and troubleshoot . So hopefully I can land something soon I’ve also gone through a couple of interviews and haven’t had any luck yet.
I've been an A&P line mechanic for over 30 years and I wish I had done more with my skills. I used to work 5 or 6 shifts straight to TS a system and repair that aircraft and all I got out of it was a broken body. Union /company contract fights, rude flight crews, unclogging lavs, laying down under an engine in the rain, dealing with hazmat, and so many other fun things. It sucks. Get a real education.
So you didn't get any money for your work? I've been there and done those "jobs" you've mentioned. The thing is, I get paid good money to do it. It's okay to work for your money. If the point you're trying to make is this isn't a desk job, you're right. But I make more money than most of my friends who have 4 year degrees and who do have desk jobs. Maybe all of them, actually. Look, this is a physical job for sure, no argument there. But I'd much rather be climbing on ladders and stands making good money than sitting at a desk for 5 years with my gut hanging over my belt. There aren't many jobs that pay $80,000 plus a year, even if you have a 4 year degree. That's just the simple truth in this day and time.
Hey Craig did you go to school to get your a&p license? What was your starting salary like? I'd appreciate any kind of feedback! I'm 21 and debating if I should just get a degree in aerospace or go aviation maintence school.
Franklin Holbrook thanks for the feedback bro. I'm taking the AMT 2year program at a community college. The college credits I'm earning are transferable to a university so it works out perfectly! I wish I would of done this straight out of high school! But I'm still young.. 21..
Just Jim , I repair medical equipment for GE Healthcare. Was going to go into aircraft maintenance but chose medical equipment, I'm glad I chose the medical as a field service engineer.
Hello Sig , Thanks for the video . I got a lot of good info. I’m 51 and a Structural Iron Worker in NYC . After 1 too many injuries idk if I will be able to go back on the Iron . If I don’t make it back on the Iron “ NY may go to hell , but I will go to Texas . Aviation is my first love and I do have A&P but have not worked in that trade for quite some time
lucky that you still married ,most of my buddies working that shift are divorce already and have in this business are divorce too!! why? because we never home or have a normal life like a regular Happy Joe
hows the employment looking for aircraft mechanics? I'm getting out of the military and I do aviation powerplants and thinking about going to school for A&P when I get out in a few months.. do you think its worth it?
You’re so full of shit I’ve seen other comments by you. Just because your career sucks and your life sucks doesn’t mean its like that for everybody. I work normal schedule and my pay is around $1,900 a week and life is good.
If I were you I would only go to school if the military will pay for it 100%. If you can't make that happen then I'd say use your military experience to get a job at a maintenance facility, then get enough experience so you can get your sign offs and take your tests to get your A&P. What I'm saying is, don't pay a bunch of money for school because you don't have to, especially since you have military experience.
+Craig Chen yea the military is paying for the whole thing.. Im doing powerplants right now in the navy and im getting out in a couple months.. So i figured might as well go on the aircraft mechanic route
Join the airforce and get thrown into it. Look for a crew chief or avionics jobs and just deal with it for a 4-8 years. Get your 7 lvl and any certs then get out. You'll be setup quite well. A&P will be free along with the post 911 gi bill. And have work experience.
@@personguy9128 I'm an aviation engine mechanic in the navy, still doing some training. Navy will pay for my A&P license and provide experience. Do you think that's good enough to be considered to work for the big airline companies and make good money?
@@Luis-uo8yn Yes it is, you need you A&P for commercial airlines and private. Right now the aviation industry is fucked so i would stay with the military or DOD contractors for aviation work.
I worked as a A + P for a business jet company for years and its a great job but i was in flight test so every day was different. Here is what to expect..you never know what hours you will work or if you will be off this coming weekend. I worked 6 months one time 14 hours a day 7 days a week. When you come in to work on Friday then you will know if ur off or not. You will be dealing sometimes with extreme stress and deadlines . I may come into work and hare a engine on the ground and they want to be in the air a hour ago take your time but hurry up. My love for aviation is why i did the kind of work if you love aviation then thats 80% of the getting through the other bullshit. If you are lazy, cant follow instructions, drinking at the bar on the weekend is a must for you dont go into aviation you wont make it. You work in aviation there are going to be times where thats all you do and sleep . But i promise you the feeling you get when you watch your plane under your care take off is something no other job will give you , That I can promise you
My biggest fear is being rushed and pushed to the point where i make a mistake on something....and being the aviation fanatic that i am, that is something i do not want to make mistakes....cause that means lives.
This is explosive truth and am on my journey to aviation community... Ive absorbed your precious advice!! THANKS
I'm 17 and I'm interested in learning more about this job like what degrees do you need and stuff like that if you could get whole of me that's be great!
Join a union
Well spoken, one thing's for sure... talking to the right person. [*listening to the right audience*]
This vid is a great heads up!
I was a USAF Crew Chief on C-130 airframe for 8yrs. Absolutely dreaded when the acft I was assigned to, was pushed into the ISO hanger. Weeks of Inspection, heavy maintenance, and refurbishment. The tempo of the flight line is where its at! Hanger work or the manufacturing work, flat out sucks.
These days, Im happy to be working at all. Im so sick of being laid off. So im now enrolling in Pittsburgh Institute Of Aeronautics to once and for all......grab that A&P.
I should have gone after my certs a long time ago. So, to those who are thinking about going into this field, and you have a passion for aviation....... Don't wait as I have! Get your butt in gear....... Do It!
Hey man do you mind if I ask some questions about your military career and your career after you left the Air Force if so can I text or email you?
@@khyanalvarez7158 ended up going to school for a different field of work, but happy to help a brother out.
steven.frederickssr@gmail.com
I grew up around aircraft mechanics and planes, with my dad being a pilot/mechanic himself.
I don't have a huge passion for fixing planes, but I have a huge interest in building my own and repairing my own.
I've decided I'm gonna go into AIM since this career would be better than an office job.
How is it so far? I'm thinking of joining one in Irving,TX
If I'm not mistaken, that's the sweet sound of a Ford 6.0. Yea, I know that engine well and truly earned the hate of customers and mechanics alike, but there is no arguing about that sound. P.S. I still have mine, I think the family and friends are planning an intervention or something.
How is the workplace?
Im in retail, trying to get out. Its a miserable workplace. Ive gotten 1 50 cent raise in the last 2 years. Everyone is always asking me to do stuff for them, and i'm getting a reputation for not getting my work done as a result. Im constantly dealing with customers who ask the most frusterating questions, and have the most insufferable attitudes. is making a miserable prick out of me, and i need to get out, and into the world of aviation before i end up on the evening news.
Upon getting my a&p, should i expect miserable assholery from everyone and no raise untill 10 years put in?
Will the atmosphere and work enviornment be any better than retail?
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I'm a/c mechanic too, working at line maintenance on mostly a320 family, sometimes A330 and I love my job. as you said, you don't know what will happen that day, it's kinda pretty awesome, because everyday is different.
good job for career change at 30? or am I too old?
How much you get paid!
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Avoid the aviation industry if you can. if you wanna be a aircraft mechanic the liability is similar to someone in the medical field (surgeon,cardiologist) ie in the aviation if you leave a single tool on site ie on the taxiway your career is over for good.($50,000 in education gone down the drain) if you mess up you be doing triple time in jail since all your charges will be federal. someone in jail once said i want to do local not federal crimes. so you can see messing up is not an option and the work you did hunts you down the road until you die, the plane gets retired or someone else changes that part.(companies come and go but your signature lasts a lifetime) you also spend as much a 2 hours getting to your site imagine getting to the front desk of an office building at 7:00am and go through a maze that takes two hours to complete with security checkpoints to get to your cubicle. also say you get hired today you will in some horror scenarios wait 2 months before you can even start since you have to get a security badge to make sure you are not going to blow stuff up/do stupid stuff this SIDA Badge process can be worse than the DMV since you have to do it every time you switch jobs that time waiting for that access to work is unpaid time you dont get paid back. it took me 3 months from the day i applied to get my badge as a cabin cleaner. also going to aviation mechanic school is like studying physics or engineering IT IS HARD AF you will have to kill yourself studying and if you like to have a life well you can kiss that goodbye. you have to Jesus waking on water at the time of study even get a chance of passing the class. i struggled through aviation school before i found out this wasn't for me. you also will working overnights and ALL HOLIDAYS forever also you wont enjoy the summer/holiday season since you will be busy as hell. to quote a aviation mechanic "This is not a 9-5 job, it’s a 24x7 operation with the majority of your career spent working nights AND weekends in every possible combination of weather!" this isn't worth a free first class flight once a year and $50 an hour top pay and $20-$25 bottom/staring pay
As a current A&P school student this video is greatly appreciated.
Any other female techs/mechs? Has anyone switched from Avionics to Mechanics?
What's up girl
@@will1867 bro its 2yrs old on a plane video
@@123catey so what
There are many women working in aviation maintenance.
@Bulimic Diet but you replied so?
I have just started schooling to get my A&P licence. This is a great heads up for me so I know what I'm expecting. Thank you!
UPDATE:
in a&p school now. Day 4.
Excited as hell!
Daniel Cannata how is it ?
Daniel Cannata respond please
Or did you drop out..
Day 180: Get me out of here
@@Mistyfgdf Im in A&P School and im loving it.
@@joeh.2557 Go to one of em Job fairs yet?
My hype for Airframe school @Naa kinda died down
Wont be going on that highschool field trip their till Senior year so ill just chill on those dreams for another year
But everyone saying "You get laid off alot, No one wants to hire you" that still rings in my head
A work week as a wind Turbine technician means 12 hrs/day, 6 days/week and climbing 1 to sometimes 3 towers (320ft each) a day with no climb assistance whatsoever. I’ve seen oil field guys quitting within a month and going right back to the oil and gas industry because it’s easier.
To whom ever this might concern.
I want to become an Air-Craft Mechanic for the Air-Force. Is this a good Job to follow?
***** Why?
***** So, you are saying that it is better to get a degree in something before I join?
***** Will it give me an advantage or something?
A Chicken Sandwich Youre not that bright are you?
Mate, I am 14 years old, I don't think I am, am I?
By the way, what a NICE thing to say.
Most things ill agree not knowing your schedule, not knowing what your doing today, to date my longest shift has been 27 hrs straight. You won't make money at first but me being in it for 4.5 yrs I made 98k last yr of course contracting and constantly moving around the country so money is there if your willing to move to work to put in the long hrs it is no 9-5 industry
Know this is a little old but what path do I take to get like that
Great insight into your work life as well as being motivational to give your best, thanks for the video!
I appreciate your outlook. I tend to get defeated and give up too easily. There is honor in hard work.
Your awesome bro! I love your "kick ass at work, kick ass at home" attitude. I'm going to school here in san antonio to get my A&P at st Phillips college I'm so excited thanks for this video
It kind of discourages me from becoming an aircraft mechanic seeing that you and your wife work so much and you're still broke
julian corps torres when you first start you don't get paid shit, but you are paying your dues. After you gain experience you can get on with someone like UPS and get $52 an hour before overtime. It depends where you go.
julian corps torres it also depends on how they live. I was making about $25,000-$27,000 as an E4 in the army. with child support on two kids, being remarried and had a new born. I wasn't broke, so it just depends on the person.
You don't know if he is a bad spender. You easily can start in the aircraft mechanic field making literally 15 dollars or even less, but after years of hard work you can get on with a big boy company like Delta, United, and get easily 100k a year with OT. If you can't do the little shit for mediocre pay, you can't do the big shit for big pay. That's how any field works, especially the heavy union field that is aircraft mechanics. If you're a frugal single guy you can live off of what low level mechanics make, especially with the OT you should be getting. Some people just waste money and others can live off nothing and thrive
Pitkä Peura word mad respect yo. I use to tell my soldier's almost the same thing when, they would claim that they wouldn't have any money problems if they were a Sergeant rank. it amazed me to see how the single soldier's who party every weekend, Vogt expensive clothing and expensive cars. had more money saved up then most of the married soldiers.
Get a job in the Airlines, you won’t be broke. That’s the major leagues of aviation maintenance. Also as a commenter said above, mail/freight carriers such as UPS / Fed Ex / DHL etc.
18 hr shifts at night? you're out of your mind.
Matt Fuller that's not everywhere.
Not everywhere. I work for a 145 repair station 10hr shifts 4 days a week
Qua Jonez that sounds like good hours. Night shift?
If you don’t want to work long hours aviation isn’t for you.
@Albert Mora 68 hours week ...................................look im not lazy but you americans are insane no disrespect 45-50 hours ok but 68 hours??!!!!! what !?????? no wonder you guys have no girlfriends or real friends. Again no disrespect.
if you have prior military experience on aircraft, there are plenty of companies willing to hire you. Mainly companies that have military contracts..L3, Lockeed, Siera Nevada, AAR...
Very True this is going back to MRO and aircraft manufactures that do not require you to have an A&P.
Get a license. Without it you chained to the company...
inspiring vlog brother. im in the process of going to AMT school at then end of the month. very excited for it! cant wait.
Are you still doing it?
Sig here again after years I hope your aviation path was rewarding….
I live in san antonio I have no idea where to start my aviation jurney
I did a career in GA after the Air Force. The smaller the airplane the more responsibility the A&P will have. The A&P/IA is God. The draw back is of course it's another rating to achieve and maintain, and the mech owns the entire airplane. There was often no one else around who knows what to do. It requires learning all the resources of the system and how to use them. GA pay also stinks and there is shaky stability. But if you are sharp you get to learn to fly for free. There is always need to fly airplanes for testing. Flight instructors will be your buddies and will gladly toss your butt into the left seat. It makes zero difference to them at all. It's all time to them. Turn that into a commercial, also free if you can negotiate time, and now you are a flier. Most commercial pilots come from GA. Many commercial jobs will not hire pilots without A&P. Yes you can guess why. I helped a crew R&R a blown fuel seal on the left engine of a DC-3 that literally dead sticked into Mnt. Home muni U076 in...92 or so. It was like 0 outside, and he was dead stick so I towed him in. Snow up to our butts, one of them ran the phones and logs in the heat. And me and the other guy fixed the jet...rag they were flying. They were on the ground maybe 2 hours. Arney got a sweet fuel and maintenance sale.
Hey great post. I've always wonder what it's like to be an aircraft mechanic. I've wondered about auto mechanics too and man thank god they aren't working on aircrafts. LOL
The sound of that truck!!!
I want in!!
Nobody drives something like that and struggles. I don’t even know what kind of truck.
Was a mechanic at ford
A CDL dude
I want this.
Honestly, any time I'm off consists of sleeping... boom. 👍🏽😂😁😎
How do you gain experience when you just gain you a and p license ? What are some good M.R.O to choose from ? And why do they lay you off so quick if they want you to gain enough experience
A job with a major manufacturer means low pay for 5 or 6 years until you hit the top of the pay scale. Then you can make a very good living.
At my university I get a choice between avionics, planes and helicopters, what should I specialize in?
Hey man, I have a question. How old is to old to become an aircraft mechanic. I just turned 26 and was wondering if it was too late to get into the field.
Alex Man never too late
I did it early but I'm still thirty
For sure
Alex Man ... No not at all.I am 30 and just now getting into it
Chris Lesemann good timing:)) been doing it for over 20 years, still love my job. Good timing coz working for major airline can see lots of old folks around. They will have to be replaced within next 5-10 years. Average age probably closer to 50. Even though we did hire new people, I'm sure when we get new contract there will be small exodus:) so, get your experience and be ready!
God, you learned alot, from experience, honestly. I could have joined Air maintenance then, the fix is beyond me.. God bless you,... great video@sigshooter btw. 👍🏽😁
How come you're broke if you work night shifts + over time
What do I expect on my oral and practical exam day.
I'm interested in doing this, and I have
two questions for you
1. Are you happy
2. Is pay good
Oh, and did you go to school and get hands on training
"Is the pay good?"
You get to a point in life when you need to make a choice between doing what makes you happy and doing what makes you money.
Just gotta learn how to have fun
"Is the pay good?"
It can be. Depending on how many certs you have and how long you've worked and where you work.
@@dudebro8811 we need to know if the pay isnt crap
After I graduate high school I will have my a and p licenses do you think it's worth it to go to work rather than college?
Any tips on where to look for A&P jobs? Like a certain website or something. Indeed seems to be limited
Should I get into avionics or maintenance (mechanical side)? I like both but I’d go to one if it would be easier to find a job that pays decently
Yeah! That's cool, to do something unexpected happens when at a job career in the future..
Jemar De Shun Blount fellow Lucian
How many hours did you turn per week as an auto mechanic, before becoming an airplane mechanic?
Very nice video. Such a good work. Congratulations!
Question: Do you think someone at 57 can learn (some schools in my hometown) and get a job at this age?
Kind regards.
Yes
Did you go through with the program? The school I’m currently in had a guy come in for his A&P at the age of 65. He has his PPL and got sick of paying labor costs for his aircraft lol
I'm sure you can , but be honest to yourself and live in reality. I'm 55 and have been an A&P for 26 years.
from San Antonio and still haven't gotten an opportunity in town since I got my A&P been contracting outta town trying to build experience
where do you find your contracts ?
Hey would a career certificate be good enough to land a job? I would like to be out on the airport checking the planes when they get to the gate.
Killed bro killing it everyday; keep hammering
just like an asb vs a line u it in that army i’m trying to work when i get out i work on engines on apache’s right now the 701ds any advise for what degree or certificate beside a and p
Indonesian youtubers listen to Mr. greetings from the maintenance feri
what are mro's and do you need any experience to work at those?
MRO's are maintenance repair facilities, and usually this is the starting point for most guys in aviation. A&P is not required but helps MRO's work under a repair certificate by the FAA.
what airliner you work for ?
Can say the name but look at the colors and my shirt
What kind of pay is there for aircraft mechanics in Texas? Starting out and after 5 years?
+Ashton Krawietz Well just depends on the region, and type of work. Line MX starts anywhere from 24.50 to 36.00 in some areas. Mro's are usually a little lower in price range, but it all just depends. I am in San Antonio, TX and there are slim picking's for work around here, but Austin, Dallas, Houston are booming.
+sigshooter Thanks bro. I've been looking into going to Aviation Institute of Maintenance in Houston and just concerned since it's like 38k... That may not be much to some but damn I hate debt lol... Anyways thanks for the video and response. If you have any other pointers on your aircraft mechanic, Id love to hear more and am sure I'm along with many others. Peace.
+Ashton Krawietz AIM is expensive, try to find a community college that offers an aircraft maintenance program. Use the following link to find a school near you.
av-info.faa.gov/MaintenanceSchool.asp
Jorge Torres
Kid Method Thanks for that important tip.
Yes I am want to join the aircraft mechanic (maybe aerospace aerobatic)
what path do I need to take so I can work on the line of aviation
I_ REUBEN experience
Synyster Shadows I'm just 16 and at grade 10 and I have no experience were do I start?
I_ REUBEN go to A&P school
Synyster Shadows any other start I google it and the closest to me 3 hours drive Whit no traffic and I don't even have a car
I_ REUBEN sorry man. The closest you can do is military. Even then you get out and still have to go yon a&p school but might get some classes written off
I live in San Antonio, Tx and I'm considering becoming an airplane mechanic!
i’m trying to be an aircraft maintenance technician and my dream is to work for lockheed martin but that’s a government job and i’m only in high school so i got a ways to go
Hey sig i was thinking on going to school to get my A&P but im really timid on it that once i get into the job i will be overwhelmed and not know how to fix this or that. So do you run into situations like that or can it happen often, or do you after a while just get enough experience that you feel comfortable and kick ass?
Thank you so much for the advice man. I actually just took my entrance exams and i sign up for classes on the 2nd and i'm really excited.
So what is your position as aircraft mechanic? and how much is your salary?
Hi, dude! I'm a metallic structure mechanic.. I have no a&p.. But I have anac license.. Do you have tips to me? Everybody says that in Florida there are lots of jobs in our area, do u agree?
Well yes Miami has great opportunities due to heavy traffic and being one of the biggest freight ports
I been looking into to get too this type of career field just waiting on my mom too buy the house soon where the school is close by
My RUclips channel talks about my journey to getting my a&p as I’m currently in school
ruclips.net/video/pZIv7rnMyow/видео.html
If you like what you see “like & subscribe”
How do I get involved in the industry what's the first step and do I need prior school ?
You would need to go to a tech school or find someone to work under so they can sign you off to go take tests for your A&P.
+sigshooter is the school program the 14 moth program?
Look up how to get a free a&p license
Yes you need to go to a part 135 school and learn how to do all of the magic in planes... some schools can be completed in 12 months or 24 months. it all depends
+David Gyles My instructor told me that the 9 exams cost 1500 or so. I'm pretty sure you can't do the exams for free.
Sounds like a navy squadron. You got to the line shack build up some experience and suck it up lol
john zagado Yeah man, I remember my days in the line. Shit sucked but I learned the jets better than most folks who went right to the shop. 13 Years later, now qualified to fix anything on my current platform.
@@MrHevelifter I'm an AD my platform is turboprops, do you think that will give me good experience to work with civilian aircraft when I complete my time in the service?
i’m 14 and i want to be an aircraft mechanic when i’m out of high school what do y’all recommend me doing in high school or after to become an aircraft mechanic?
Join a a&p school right after highschool and while your their you can apply to repair stations and gain experience and once your done witch school and get your a&p you will have a few years of experience
friend,
I did my bachelor degree in aeronautical engineering .....now if like to take training for aircraft mechanic ....IDK what's the process and how to get into job ....yeah I'm sure of my word above cause it's not my responsibility to take care of my family ....it's all about passion (surrounded by airplanes )...please reply me sir ...thanks
my mail nandalp143@gmail.com
Any suggestions will be greatly appreciated and I do realize that I may have to go back to school . I’m more concerned about my age . Thank You
Are you still in San Antonio?
Why won't youtube let you record past 10 min?
5:00 What's "MRO"? "Line maintenance"? Please don't assume i know what you're talking about.
Same lol but when i googled it i learned alot too.
bro whats ur income and what is the thing that u studied to become a aircraft machanic?
Can i become a aircraft mechanic with felonies
Reno Black ha😂🤣
MOPARGuy chill.
Well of course you can’t they do background checks. That’s what my college recruiter told me.
MOPARGuy I'm saying chill because the dude was just asking for a job to turn his life around.
MOPARGuy chill out bro. People commit crimes and we bitch. Then they try to do right and get on their feet by become a productive member in society and we still bitch. So which one do you want? 🤦🏽♂️
how hard do you think It would be to transition from automotive mechanic to aviation mechanic?
WEStTEXAs it's not very. It's not the same, but it's not a complete 180.
It's not that big, a lot of companies like an auto background. You just need an A&P and thankfully no metric tools
I went from automotive to helicopters. It's not a harsh change.
How much is schooling cost ?
Great video thanks for the info I am a oilfield worker intrested in seeking a career in this field
Get used to unemployment
8pm to 4pm ??
what's going to be the main difference as a aviation mechanic if I get a FAA cert, or a associstes degree? Also, Its funny because im going to start going to school to become a aircraft mechanic, and my wife will be going to school to be a nurse. Although this guy is scsring me saying they're broke even after all his experience
y r at marietta?
what trade school is good for aircraft mechanic.
d r Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics. I am attending this school currently and they have 4 campuses. Pittsburgh is the main one. Youngstown, Hagerstown, and myrtle beach. They are a great school so far. I have only been there for 2 days and I already like it. There is alot of learning there and alot of hands on experience and really great instructors who will help you through everything
d r it only matters if you can get the test required to get the A&P license, to many schools rip off people that cost to much. It doesn't matter only as long as it meets FAA requirements per FAA website.
hey mate
what are the minimum entry requirements to get into aviation?
Mega Blow You have to speak English and be 18 years old to attend an a&p school.
High school diploma... Basic test, anyone who finished school should have no problem...
I’m staring school in June for a 2 yr program to get my certification any tips ?
Its hard thats all lol
What’s hard school?
It’s been 2 years, how’s it going?
To be honest. I haven’t been able to land a job especially with how. Covid came around two years ago so a lot of the aerospace companies in my area were on hold due to finding issues and also a lot of people left the companies do to the vaccine
Mandate and they just started hiring again this year barely . I ended up going to school for electrical on how to build a wire Harness and troubleshoot . So hopefully I can land something soon I’ve also gone through a couple of interviews and haven’t had any luck yet.
Sooo what’s the pay?
I've been an A&P line mechanic for over 30 years and I wish I had done more with my skills. I used to work 5 or 6 shifts straight to TS a system and repair that aircraft and all I got out of it was a broken body. Union /company contract fights, rude flight crews, unclogging lavs, laying down under an engine in the rain, dealing with hazmat, and so many other fun things. It sucks. Get a real education.
So you didn't get any money for your work? I've been there and done those "jobs" you've mentioned. The thing is, I get paid good money to do it. It's okay to work for your money. If the point you're trying to make is this isn't a desk job, you're right. But I make more money than most of my friends who have 4 year degrees and who do have desk jobs. Maybe all of them, actually. Look, this is a physical job for sure, no argument there. But I'd much rather be climbing on ladders and stands making good money than sitting at a desk for 5 years with my gut hanging over my belt. There aren't many jobs that pay $80,000 plus a year, even if you have a 4 year degree. That's just the simple truth in this day and time.
Hey Craig did you go to school to get your a&p license? What was your starting salary like? I'd appreciate any kind of feedback! I'm 21 and debating if I should just get a degree in aerospace or go aviation maintence school.
Franklin Holbrook thanks for the feedback bro. I'm taking the AMT 2year program at a community college. The college credits I'm earning are transferable to a university so it works out perfectly! I wish I would of done this straight out of high school! But I'm still young.. 21..
Just Jim ,
I repair medical equipment for GE Healthcare. Was going to go into aircraft maintenance but chose medical equipment, I'm glad I chose the medical as a field service engineer.
That's so funny! That's what I'm looking too go into now. I'm currently looking for a school to attend.
Set goals at work..? Like what? You're broke? Seriously? What do you make hourly/yearly?
Sounds similar to the army but just not as bad lol
is there any scope for job in aviation operation
where are you from
good shit bro
Hello.. Without licensed can work as a aircraft mechanic?
no
Its Me do you want an unlicensed doctor?
Hello Sig , Thanks for the video . I got a lot of good info. I’m 51 and a Structural Iron Worker in NYC . After 1 too many injuries idk if I will be able to go back on the Iron . If I don’t make it back on the Iron “ NY may go to hell , but I will go to Texas . Aviation is my first love and I do have A&P but have not worked in that trade for quite some time
lucky that you still married ,most of my buddies working that shift are divorce already and have in this business are divorce too!! why? because we never home or have a normal life like a regular Happy Joe
Right now i'm in highschool, Is their anything i would need to do In highschool as a requirement to become an aircraft mechanic(Btw i'm in canada)
Talking to a recruiter is the cheepest way but also a fucking gamble.
Got it
Serious?? 18hours a day? Buddy did you remember the dirty dossends? Leak of sleep = leak of focus.
hi bro ! how much per hour ?
Dra Gon probably 14-52 dollors an hour not including over time
hows the employment looking for aircraft mechanics? I'm getting out of the military and I do aviation powerplants and thinking about going to school for A&P when I get out in a few months.. do you think its worth it?
Jobs are out there man, just depending what area your looking in.
You’re so full of shit I’ve seen other comments by you. Just because your career sucks and your life sucks doesn’t mean its like that for everybody. I work normal schedule and my pay is around $1,900 a week and life is good.
+Craig Chen oh nice thats really good.. Either way i was still gonna go to school to get my a&p license..
If I were you I would only go to school if the military will pay for it 100%. If you can't make that happen then I'd say use your military experience to get a job at a maintenance facility, then get enough experience so you can get your sign offs and take your tests to get your A&P. What I'm saying is, don't pay a bunch of money for school because you don't have to, especially since you have military experience.
+Craig Chen yea the military is paying for the whole thing.. Im doing powerplants right now in the navy and im getting out in a couple months.. So i figured might as well go on the aircraft mechanic route
Well said sir
How long was tech School?
2 years
Join the airforce and get thrown into it. Look for a crew chief or avionics jobs and just deal with it for a 4-8 years. Get your 7 lvl and any certs then get out. You'll be setup quite well. A&P will be free along with the post 911 gi bill. And have work experience.
@@personguy9128 I'm an aviation engine mechanic in the navy, still doing some training. Navy will pay for my A&P license and provide experience. Do you think that's good enough to be considered to work for the big airline companies and make good money?
@@Luis-uo8yn Yes it is, you need you A&P for commercial airlines and private. Right now the aviation industry is fucked so i would stay with the military or DOD contractors for aviation work.
I HATE that phrase...."touch time"....swinging a wrench for close to 30 years...yyz
Keep the unemployment office on speed dial on your phone!!!!
Bob Butthole elaborate
thanks for the video man that was food for thought.
Is there a good amount of aviation maintenance jobs in SA?
0:27 hilarious
this can't be all life is
hello,i just need your advice,could you give your email ??