Requirements

Flight engineer - requirements

As a flight engineer, you’ll be part of an aircraft's flight crew. You’ll be responsible for checking, regulating, testing and adjusting aircraft before they take off. Read more about the role and what qualifications you’ll need to get a job.

Know what you'll need to land a job below.

What qualifications do you need to be a flight engineer?

You’ll need a relevant undergraduate degree to get into this role. Subjects to consider include:

You’ll also need a Part-66 engineering licence issued through the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA).

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Do you need a postgraduate qualification to be a flight engineer?

Many employers won’t ask for a postgraduate qualification, but one can widen your job opportunities.

Examples of courses at postgraduate level include:

Air transport management
Sustainable air transport operations and planning
Human factors in aviation
Aviation operations

What skills do you need to be a flight engineer?

As well as practical skills, you’ll need to show an ability to work well as part of a team.

Hard skills usually include:

Aerospace systems
Engineering
Machinery
Maths
IT

Soft skills include:

Attention to detail
Determination
Communication
Patience

Do you need work experience to be a flight engineer?

Maintenance experience is often required before becoming a flight engineer. Some uni courses will include a relevant placement that will count as excellent work experience.