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How to Become an Avionics Technician
Learn what avionics technician professionals do, how to enter the field, and how the career can grow—plus current U.S. earning potential.
Texas Median Salary
$79,870
2026 EDITION
Time to Entry
18-24 months (school route), plus study and processing times
Total Investment
$120 - $335 for the GROL, excluding any travel costs to examination cen
Employment #s
16850
Our Features
Every figure in this guide is dated and traced to the agency or survey it came from. Wage data: BLS OEWS May 2025 (released 15 May 2026).
Who It's For:
For people exploring avionics technician and ready-to-start candidates who want a clear, source-backed view of the work, the entry requirements, the time and cost involved, and the paths available after qualification.
What's in the Guide:
What the work involves, where the role fits, and what employers expect | A step-by-step entry roadmap covering education, regulation, credentials, exams, time, and cost | Career-specific skills and realities: FCC Mandate and Relevance to Avionics; Exam Structure | Current U.S. pay ranges and the factors that shape earning potential | A source-backed 90-day action plan
Earning Potential
Texas
$48,600 – $122,180
United States
$48,600 – $122,180
BLS OEWS May 2025 (released 15 May 2026)
Regulatory Authority
Federal Communications Commission
Is a license required?
Varies
Credential
the license within 1 - 2 weeks. Digital licenses are usually available for downlo
Continuing Education
45 hours study + 2 hours exam + 1 week processing) = ~47 hours + 1 week
Examination
y involves formal education combined with rigorous examination
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Federal Communications Commission sets the standard that employers hire against.
Common Questions
Credential
