Oregon Labor Market Information System
Occupational Information Center
Occupational Report for Avionics Technicians (49-2091) , Oregon Statewide
Occupational Description

Install, inspect, test, adjust, or repair avionics equipment, such as radar, radio, navigation, and missile control systems in aircraft or space vehicles.

The following related career videos are available from America's Career InfoNet:
Avionics Technicians
Employment Outlook for Avionics Technicians
Statewide Employment Analysis 2006 employment is estimated to be somewhat smaller than the statewide average. This occupation is expected to grow at about the statewide average. Total job openings are projected to be somewhat lower than the statewide average.

Due to low projected job openings in this occupation, reasonable employment opportunities do not exist.

Data Sources and Limitations
Current Job Openings for Avionics Technicians There are 1 current openings for this occupation. Openings 1 through 1 are listed below.
Job Title Date Posted Location Wage Offered
Turbine Engine Maintenance Technician 2/2/10 Aurora DOE
State of Oregon License Information for Avionics Technicians No statewide license is required for this occupation.
Wages for Avionics Technicians
Region ---------------- 2009 Wages ----------------
Percentiles (hourly wages) Avg
Hourly
($/hr)
Avg
Annual
10th 25th 50th
(median)
75th 90th
Oregon Statewide $16.22 $19.04 $24.06 $28.45 $31.04 $23.55 $48,994
Multnomah / Washington 16.79 19.58 24.93 28.89 31.28 24.17 50,276
Data Sources and Limitations
Regional Employment Projections for Avionics Technicians
Region Employment Change % Change Projected Annual Openings
2006 2016 Growth Replacement Total
Oregon Statewide 106 122 16 15.1% 2 3 4
Multnomah / Washington 58 69 11 19.0% 1 2 3
Crook / Deschutes / Jefferson 17 19 2 11.8% 0 0 1
Marion / Polk / Yamhill 12 12 0 0.0% 0 0 0
Jackson / Josephine 6 8 2 33.3% 0 0 0
Klamath / Lake 3 3 0 0.0% 0 0 0
Coos / Curry 1 1 0 0.0% 0 0 0

Replacement openings are caused by existing workers permanently leaving their occupation. Many additional job openings occur due to job changes within occupations.
Data Sources and Limitations
Industries of Employment for Avionics Technicians
Industry
Click links to view infoUSA employers
Ownership 2006
Employment
Total, All Industries All 106
Total, All Industries Private 97
Manufacturing Private 22
Transportation Equipment Manufacturing Private 14
Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing Private 14
Transportation and Warehousing Private 58
Air Transportation Private 28
Scheduled Air Transportation Private 25
Support Activities for Transportation Private 30
Support Activities for Air Transportation Private 30
Educational Requirements for Avionics Technicians Workers must have postsecondary training to gain the necessary skills for this occupation. However, those with an associate degree have a competitive advantage in this labor market.
Skills for Avionics Technicians
  • Apply Alternating Current (Ac) Theory
  • Apply Analog Electronics Theory
  • Apply Electronic Principles
  • Calibrate Electronic Instruments
  • Complete Safety Reports
  • Diagnose And Correct Malfunctions In Electrical And Electronic Equipment
  • Distinguish Colors
  • Estimate Cost, Time, And Materials Needed For Repairs
  • Estimate Time Needed For Project
  • Follow Government Aircraft Maintenance Regulations
  • Follow Safety Procedures
  • Install Alarm Systems In Motor Vehicle, Airplanes Or Other Transportation Vehicles
  • Install And Adjust Electromechanical Control Instruments
  • Install And Repair Electronic Equipment
  • Install Electrical And Electronic Cable And Wiring
  • Install Measuring And Control Devices
  • Install Navigation Equipment
  • Install Stereo Systems In Motor Vehicle Or Other Transportation Vehicles
  • Interpret And Apply Service And Repair Manuals
  • Interpret Detailed Electronic Design Specifications
  • Interpret Technical Information For Electronic Repair Work
  • Maintain Tools And Equipment Used In Industrial Repair
  • Maneuver Heavy Objects
  • Modify Electrical And Electronic Equipment
  • Operate Electronic Calibration Devices
  • Order Parts
  • Perform Minor Aircraft Maintenance
  • Prepare Reports In Timely Manner
  • Read Repair Work Orders
  • Read Schematics And Specifications
  • Repair And Maintain Measuring And Control Devices
  • Repair And Replace Defective Electronic Parts
  • Repair Electromechanical Devices
  • Repair Missile Detection Systems
  • Repair Radar Or Sonar Equipment
  • Test Or Repair Radio Transmitting And Receiving Equipment
  • Use Algebra
  • Use Calculus
  • Use Computers As Tools In Computer And Electronics Repair
  • Use Digital Electronics Knowledge In Repair Work
  • Use Electronic Test Equipment
  • Use Gauges And Other Measuring Devices To Test Electrical Equipment
  • Use Geometry
  • Use Metric System
  • Use Trigonometry
  • Write Aircraft Maintenance And Repair Reports
Schools and Training Providers for Avionics Technicians The training providers listed below offer one or more of the following programs:

Apprenticeship Division
800 NE Oregon Street, Suite1045
Portland, OR 97232
Phone: (971) 673-0760
Programs of Training:
Portland Community College
12000 SW 49th Avenue
Portland, OR 97219
Phone: (503) 244-6111
Programs of Training:
Lane Community College
4000 E 30th Ave
Eugene, OR 97405
Phone: (541) 463-3000
Programs of Training:
Career Pathway Roadmaps for Avionics Technicians These Oregon community colleges have defined career pathway roadmaps to facilitate entry into this occupation:

Rogue Community College