Aircraft maintenance and related trades are all about fitting, servicing, repairing and overhauling aircraft engines and other assemblies. Read about the career and how to get a job in the area.
You may not need an undergraduate degree to apply for a professional maintenance role, but an engineering degree will go a long way. Subjects to consider include:
Several degrees are accredited by professional bodies. This offers extra benefits, such as the option to register professionally after earning your degree.
Alternatively, you could choose an apprenticeship or further education college course such as a higher national diploma.
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A postgraduate qualification isn’t always required by employers, but having one will boost your career prospects.
Examples of taught and research degrees at postgraduate level include:
As well as expert technical skills, you’ll need to work well in a team and keep to strict health and safety precautions.
Work experience may not be required for a graduate role, but any experience you can get will help with your job applications. Many university courses include a sandwich year or industry placement as part of the course. Otherwise, you can contact relevant companies and see if they offer work experience opportunities.
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