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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.

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Avionics Technicians
Employment Outlook for Avionics Technicians
Statewide Employment Analysis 2008 employment is estimated to be much smaller than the regional average. This occupation is expected to grow at a somewhat slower rate than the regional average. Total job openings are projected to be much lower than the regional average.

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

Data Sources and Limitations
Current Employment Department Job Openings for Avionics Technicians There are no openings for this occupation.
Job Openings from the Web for Avionics Technicians The following job openings have been automatically extracted from various sites across the Web. These links are provided as supplemental resources. However, the Employment Department cannot validate these openings nor endorse any of these external sites. Some of these jobs may no longer be open. In some cases, a single opening may be posted on multiple sites.

There are 2 current openings for this occupation. Openings 1 through 2 are listed below.

Job Title Date Posted Location Employer
Avionics Technician - Radio Bench Repair Work, FAA/FCC 8/6/10 Portland Volt Information Sciences
Avionics Technician - Radio Bench Repair Work, FAA/FCC 7/26/10 Portland Volt Information Sciences
State of Oregon License Information for Avionics Technicians No statewide license is required for this occupation.
Wages for Avionics Technicians
Region ---------------- 2010 Wages ----------------
Percentiles (hourly wages) Avg
Hourly
($/hr)
Avg
Annual
10th 25th 50th
(median)
75th 90th
Oregon Statewide $13.67 $17.56 $24.08 $28.77 $31.41 $23.06 $47,967
Multnomah / Washington 17.08 20.52 26.19 29.80 32.10 25.04 52,092
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Regional Employment Projections for Avionics Technicians
Region Employment Change % Change Projected Annual Openings
2008 2018 Growth Replacement Total
Oregon Statewide 121 127 6 5.0% 1 2 3
Multnomah / Washington 68 71 3 4.4% 0 1 2
Crook / Deschutes / Jefferson 28 35 7 25.0% 1 1 1
Marion / Polk / Yamhill 23 23 0 0.0% 0 0 0
Klamath / Lake 5 5 0 0.0% 0 0 0
Jackson / Josephine 5 6 1 20.0% 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.
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Industries of Employment for Avionics Technicians
Industry
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Ownership 2008
Employment
Total, All Industries All 121
Total, All Industries Private 111
Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting Private 10
Forestry and Logging Private 10
Logging Private 10
Manufacturing Private 33
Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing Private 13
Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing Private 13
Transportation Equipment Manufacturing Private 20
Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing Private 20
Transportation and Warehousing Private 52
Air Transportation Private 31
Scheduled Air Transportation Private 28
Support Activities for Transportation Private 21
Support Activities for Air Transportation Private 21
Total, All Industries Federal 10
Federal Government (Non-Postal) Federal 10
Educational Requirements for Avionics Technicians Workers must have postsecondary training to gain the necessary skills for this occupation. However, those with an associate 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 programs related to this occupation. This information is updated once per year. Anyone interested in a particular program should check with the training institution regarding its availability. Listing these training providers does not necessarily constitute or imply their endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by the State of Oregon.

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