Avionics Advantage: Soar Into One of Aviation's Hottest Careers

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  • @markhjoy
    @markhjoy  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Download my FREE guide to learn how to become an aircraft mechanic
    markhjoy.com/quickstart

  • @JerseyMac11
    @JerseyMac11 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    I start school at AIM this week. I’m super excited but I’m extremely nervous. I never ever thought about anything nearly even close to working in this industry. Never even knew what an A&P license was until about 2 months ago. Never done any mechanic anything in my life but I’m a very handyman kind of guy. I’m in a place in life where I’m trying to find my new path. I’m just trying things that interest me. I literally came across an ad on social media, it peaked my interest, I took a tour of an AIM facility and I was in awe. The idea of working with Aircraft is very appealing to me and I’ve been a physics and astronomy nerd my whole life. I’m really hoping I can get thru the schooling and do well

    • @markhjoy
      @markhjoy  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Glad to hear you’re trying something new and that interests you!
      Let me know if there is anything you need help with along the way…video topics, advice, anything!
      Best of luck to you on this new season!

    • @kennyliau2877
      @kennyliau2877 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      aim the goat. frim goated. lapoff goated.

    • @markhjoy
      @markhjoy  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I don’t know what this means lol

    • @benhansen4125
      @benhansen4125 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Literally the exact same boat i'm in 🤙

  • @RJ9mech
    @RJ9mech 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    It's good to see content like this out there. I frequently see resumes for purported avi techs, and the most frequent applicant is just a non-licensed wire runner and of limited value for what I need. It's good to see your focus on troubleshooting.
    R--- A&P, IA

    • @markhjoy
      @markhjoy  4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Thank you much appreciated! Sorry to hear you’re not getting more hits from well-rounded techs! Hopefully this video will encourage people to be more well-rounded.

  • @danielreyes3134
    @danielreyes3134 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Learned a lot man thankyou!

    • @markhjoy
      @markhjoy  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Glad it was helpful!

  • @ltrenum
    @ltrenum 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Nice video, lots of good real world perspective.

    • @markhjoy
      @markhjoy  4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you!

  • @MehtabShinwari
    @MehtabShinwari 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Thank you so much for this wonderful video. I am in the A&P program right now and this is the path I am going to take. I may hit you up when i am close to completing if i have any questions. ☺

    • @markhjoy
      @markhjoy  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @user-rc1oj1kg6r You’re welcome, glad it was helpful! Feel free to send me an email with any questions anytime.
      In the meantime, are there any other videos you want covered about avionics?

  • @lovelyladycarter3687
    @lovelyladycarter3687 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +19

    I graduated from AIM Chicago 8/09/2024🎉🎉🎉 passed all writtens🎉but I have my orals left to do and I'm terrified😫😫😫😂

    • @markhjoy
      @markhjoy  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      Congrats and good luck! You got this!
      Did AIM include test prep for oral & practical?

    • @arepa420
      @arepa420 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      It is terrifying. I just passed my O&Ps yesterday. My advice is to contact a dme and ask him is you can schedule a meeting with him before you schedule the appointment for the test. That way you'll be able to ask him what can you expect and what reference material you can use for the orals. Good luck 😉yesterday was one of the best days of my life and yours is coming too

    • @Nate-ph5gc
      @Nate-ph5gc 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      You got this! 💪🏽

    • @708mattt
      @708mattt 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      I graduated that same day too, I still gotta get my powerplant and airframe writtens done and O&Ps but good luck with those

    • @AS-ok8hi
      @AS-ok8hi 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Hey yall done with writtens taking o and p next month!

  • @uiliandias1931
    @uiliandias1931 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hey, I from brazil!
    I've been to start the process to get the license A&P.
    I'm so excited!!

    • @markhjoy
      @markhjoy  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Bom dia! Bem-vindo!
      Good luck and congratulations on starting the A&P process.

  • @carlosa.acevedo7466
    @carlosa.acevedo7466 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Greeting from Puerto Rico. Honestly loving the channel, just got done viewing your job application interview vid.
    Just wanted to ask if you could go over what technical areas you should focus on studying for an entry level job interview (airframe, power plant, general). What general questions are most likely to be asked and in case of not having the answers to a certain question, what would be the correct way to answer.
    Thanks again and keep up the amazing work!

    • @markhjoy
      @markhjoy  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @carlosa.acevedo7466 Technical knowledge for entry-level interviews can vary widely. At one job interview, I had to take a written test, but it was pretty general covering everything I learned in A&P school - like "explain how a variable pitch propeller works."
      If I were you, I would focus more on the STAR interview technique - Situation/Task, Action, and Result. Look this up and come up with 10+ situations/tasks (even if they are from situations at school). Practice telling those stories, and you should be in good shape.
      You'll likely get questions like "Tell me about a time when..." Practicing your stories will be the most helpful, here.
      If you don't know the answer to a question or are stumped, just say "Can we come back to that question?" The interviewer won't look down on you for this, and it tells them that you may need more time to think about the question.
      Also responding with something like "I'm not sure, I would have to look it up in the maintenance manual, etc." is probably a good response.
      If you are looking for interview advice for specific companies, I would suggest posting on Reddit here:
      www.reddit.com/r/AircraftMechanics/

  • @kaybee9909
    @kaybee9909 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    GREAT INFORMATION

    • @markhjoy
      @markhjoy  4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Glad it was helpful!

  • @MAADC1TY
    @MAADC1TY 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I am an Aerospace Engineering student and I've been aiming to work on avionics field someday. I will be really thankful if you also do a video about how you started in this field.

    • @markhjoy
      @markhjoy  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Ok thank you! I'm planning on doing a channel trailer soon where I can cover my backstory

  • @InMyBrz
    @InMyBrz 21 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    MARK ... took another look at this video and found something I didn't know about
    Looks like the FCC has changed the name of their GENERAL radio license, it used to be called a GROL but I see now they changed the first word from GENERAL to COMMERCIAL !
    SO now it's a CROL !
    Your advice is spot on as far as the demand and what you need to do the avionics job
    I will decide whether to go ahead with my PP or/and can do an avionics program
    Is only offered in very few schools so I am always looking for new classes
    Still hoping to land an aircraft assembly job or an in shop engine builder job without needing more school time. Lining up places to work
    DO you know anything about working for CESSNA in the factory in Kansas ?
    Don't think I'd like the weather there but would die to build Carvans

    • @markhjoy
      @markhjoy  12 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Glad to hear you’re narrowing things down!
      I really don’t know anything about working at Cessna in KS. Sorry I’m no help here.

    • @InMyBrz
      @InMyBrz 11 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      @@markhjoy OK, enjoy your videos, thanks

  • @InMyBrz
    @InMyBrz หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    MARK ... thanks for your input
    I just watched a YT video about the Phillipines reactivating our US NAVY BASE in Subic Bay
    I used to run into there on a SUNOCO tanker as a Master Radio Electronics Officer
    Gave me a NEW IDEA !
    WHY not find a course to build and repair large military UAV's ?
    I'll do a search for UAV schools to see what I can find
    Combine that with an avionics rating should make you highly in demand

    • @markhjoy
      @markhjoy  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Sounds like a great plan! There are many schools offering UAV programs out there, but also keep in mind many manufacturing or maintenance positions (UAV or not) would likely prefer that you have an A&P as well.
      Though not so if you ONLY want to pursue the avionics side.
      For example, I worked for General Atomics on their Predator drones in maintenance and they STRONGLY preferred folks with an A&P.
      Again, different story if you ONLY want to do avionics.

    • @markhjoy
      @markhjoy  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Sorry I also just realized from your other comment that you already have your Airframe license! You’re ahead of the game so go for the UAV specialization if that’s what you’re interested in!

    • @InMyBrz
      @InMyBrz หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@markhjoy General Atomics ? Where are they located ? Cali ?
      Only large govt UAV class I've seen was at some college N Dakota
      Will do a new search for UAV certs and jobs. Have not seen anything on JS FIRM
      Have not looked on Linkedin
      Do they require a secret clearance ?
      I tried when working on the ships to get one and they had turned down other guys who lived outside the US or had other PR visas. I am also a Canadian, have a PR for Brasil. Have been outside the US since 2018.

  • @TriPham-j3b
    @TriPham-j3b 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Calibration if correctly done would save alot of hours troubleshooting

    • @markhjoy
      @markhjoy  9 วันที่ผ่านมา

      What sort of calibration are you talking about? Calibrating test equipment? Calibrating the aircraft avionics?

  • @JAMESESPINEL
    @JAMESESPINEL 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I landed a job at United. graduated aim in july and got my P last month. Man, when i looked up how to get into avionics. there is no clear way. which is frustrating. thanks for helping out.

    • @markhjoy
      @markhjoy  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You’re welcome! Glad this was helpful for you.
      Congrats on the new job and the power plant rating, too.

  • @johnp1854
    @johnp1854 13 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา +1

    Hi mark,
    I currently have an A&P. I have worked at the same employer for 8 years. Do you know of any good reading or books for avi I could read. There isn’t a lot of cross training at my work or opportunity to learn. I have a basic understanding of wiring and been apart of installs on the structural side. Completed various wiring troubleshooting jobs. I want to get to the next level and factory training isn’t very affordable or accessible. I have been to two gen fams mostly work challenger line. Any input is appreciated thanks.

    • @markhjoy
      @markhjoy  9 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา +1

      A good place to start for terminations, routing, etc would be IPC manuals:
      shop.ipc.org/ipcwhma-a-620/ipcwhma-a-620-standard-only/Revision-d/english?__hstc=147325167.1035ab2bc5efc478b6ecccb4b9d9c93c.1736879006146.1736879006146.1736879006146.1&__hssc=147325167.3.1736879006146&__hsfp=3711139660
      Kinda pricey, but you could probably find used ones.
      There are soldering and board-level standards too, so take a look around in IPC’s site to find what level of avionics work you’re looking to do.
      NCATT AET study guide would be good reading for theory.
      Check out aea.net too!

  • @HamidChaohan
    @HamidChaohan 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thanks for sharing useful information, could you please suggest study material for AET certification exam and where to get them?

    • @markhjoy
      @markhjoy  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Here are a few different study guides I know of:
      spacetec.us/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/AET-Study-Guide-v5-12.pdf
      www.amazon.com/NCATT-AET-Test-Study-Guide/dp/1484094433
      Hope this helps!

  • @honeycomb8753
    @honeycomb8753 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I have an A&P (also been an Airline Captain / Corporate Pilot and Flight Instructor) .. and have a GROL (and T2) with radar endorsement .. What would you recommend for those of us that want to perform mobile pitot static and transponder checks? [Requirements and Equipment.]
    Thank you for your input on the career paths available .. I sent this to my brother who is an installation apprentice right now .. I gave'em the same advice on getting an Airframe ticket at minimum (he has an AS in electronics and GROL). You know how family works .. he'll listen to you .. because it isn't big brother .. so thank you.

    • @markhjoy
      @markhjoy  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Great question!
      You can check the FARs for pitot/static/xpndr tests in these sections:
      - FAR 91.217 & 91.413
      - FAR 91.411
      For testing gear:
      - IFR-4000
      www.viavisolutions.com/en-us/products/ifr4000-nav-comm-flight-line-test-set
      - Laversab Pitot-Static or similar
      www.aircraftspruce.com/pages/to/test_pitot/laversab12-04749.php

    • @honeycomb8753
      @honeycomb8753 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@markhjoy I appreciate your response Mark.
      I'm fmiliar with the regs .. just fuzzy on if I would have to become / have a repair station to actually do the work for myself as a business.
      It's slowly becoming my desired life path inside GA maintenance.

    • @markhjoy
      @markhjoy  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Oh ok understood.
      In order to make and sign a logbook entry for the work you specified, you would need either your Airframe or Repairman certificate.
      You don’t need to open a repair station if you have your Airframe certificate.

    • @honeycomb8753
      @honeycomb8753 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@markhjoy I've been reviewing "AC_43-6D" and it appears if I want to perform Pitot Static and Transponder Checks I would need to be a "certified repair station" under 145.
      I've not done a lot of research to determine if this is 100% correct but I'm leaning that way.
      If I was doing any other work, I agree I would only need to have an Airframe Certificate.
      I'm not an expert on AMT things so I always look for peer-checks to validate my wondering thoughts.
      Thank you and I appreciate your reply.

    • @markhjoy
      @markhjoy  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@honeycomb8753 oh ok I will check that AC. Where did you happen to find that reference?
      In 91.411.b (…test must be conducted by…)
      b) The tests required by paragraph (a) of this section must be conducted by-
      (1) The manufacturer of the airplane, or helicopter, on which the tests and inspections are to be performed;
      (2) A certificated repair station properly equipped to perform those functions and holding-
      (i) An instrument rating, Class I;
      (ii) A limited instrument rating appropriate to the make and model of appliance to be tested;
      (iii) A limited rating appropriate to the test to be performed;
      (iv) An airframe rating appropriate to the airplane, or helicopter, to be tested; or
      (3) A certificated mechanic with an airframe rating (static pressure system tests and inspections only).
      So at least for the altimeter testing I am reading it as “manufacturer OR repair station OR certificated airframe mechanic”
      But yes I agree on 91.413 you need to be a repair station OR pt 121 ops OR the manufacturer
      Apologies for my incorrect response before!

  • @bf16172
    @bf16172 14 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Hi, what are the hours like working as an aircraft mechanic/technician?

    • @markhjoy
      @markhjoy  12 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      It is generally hourly shift work - 1st, 2nd, 3rd, with weekend coverage as well. Overtime pay is very common.
      Off shifts (2nd and 3rd) will typically be longer but come with 1 day or multiple days off.
      Say if you work 3 12-hour shifts on weekends, you may get the remaining 4 days off but get paid for 40 hours.
      It varies depending on the type of employer you work for. Shift work may not be as common for General Aviation for example, where you might work 5 8-hour days Monday through Friday 9am to 5pm, or however the business owner has it structured.

    • @bf16172
      @bf16172 10 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      @markhjoy Great, this was very helpful. Thank you!

    • @markhjoy
      @markhjoy  8 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@bf16172 Welcome!

  • @SalihCallier
    @SalihCallier หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hello I’m an electronic engineering technology student, would I be able to get an avionics related job with this degree alone or would I need a cert? I really would like to know how transferable the skills are from EET to avionics.

    • @markhjoy
      @markhjoy  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Hi! It’s possible to get a job with your EET degree, but keep in mind you would likely need to find a job where they are open to training avionics techs with no experience.
      You don’t NEED a cert necessarily.
      Engineering experience is one thing, while hands-on experience specifically in avionics is another.
      If you had formal avionics technician training or experience (ie installation, bench repairs, line) through school or OJT, you’d likely have more job opportunities.
      In my experience, I was hired at Duncan Aviation as a paid avionics installation tech intern while I was studying to get my A&P. Duncan was open to training people with 0 experience for that position in that case.
      In short, it depends on the employer and how badly they need people
      Hope this helps.

  • @JosueParra-p4r
    @JosueParra-p4r 25 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    What exactly is composite tech h

    • @markhjoy
      @markhjoy  25 วันที่ผ่านมา

      They work with composite materials like Kevlar, carbon fiber, fiberglass - repairs, manufacturing, modification, etc. As opposed to sheetmetals like aluminum.

  • @jacka5676
    @jacka5676 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I’m looking at going to an avionics technical program, it offers FCC license and is a short course. Will it be difficult to find a job without A&P? Any advice helps

    • @markhjoy
      @markhjoy  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @jacka5676 it may not be difficult to find a job without an A&P, however I still recommend getting your Airframe cert so that you can sign off your work. Your pay would very likely be higher in that case.
      But in your situation, it could be that you need/want to get a job ASAP - if that is the case, try to find an employer that would pay for your training to get your Airframe certification.
      That would probably be the best way to come out on top, here.
      Hope that helps!

    • @jacka5676
      @jacka5676 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @ that’s a great game plan. Thank you for the time and the information.

    • @markhjoy
      @markhjoy  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@jacka5676 you’re welcome!

  • @TriPham-j3b
    @TriPham-j3b 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Small airplanes and sea plane is best place to debug large airplane or fighter jet avionic

    • @markhjoy
      @markhjoy  9 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Your comment is a bit unclear. Could you please rephrase?

  • @freechild9159
    @freechild9159 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Can you recommend some study material maybe spend some time on talking about some of the educational material you have used to enhance your knowledge

    • @markhjoy
      @markhjoy  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @freechild9159 here are a few study materials for you:
      General Avionics Material:
      - www.amazon.com/Practical-Electricity-Aviation-Maintenance-Technicians/dp/1619543478/ref=zg_bs_g_107152011_d_sccl_6/135-1279259-7557924?psc=1
      - www.amazon.com/Advanced-Avionics-Handbook-Aviation-Administration/dp/1616085339/ref=zg_bs_g_107152011_d_sccl_4/135-1279259-7557924?psc=1
      - www.amazon.com/Avionics-Troubleshooting-Repair-Edward-Maher/dp/0071364951/ref=zg_bs_g_107152011_d_sccl_8/135-1279259-7557924?psc=1
      - shop.ipc.org/ipc-a-610/ipc-a-610-standard-amendments/Revision-f/english
      NCATT:
      - spacetec.us/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/AET-Study-Guide-v5-12.pdf
      - www.amazon.com/NCATT-AET-Test-Study-Guide/dp/1484094433
      FCC GROL
      - www.amazon.com/Plain-English-General-Radiotelephone-Operator-License/dp/1482612445
      Hope this helps out, I'll add your request to my content calendar. Thanks!

  • @musyabnahid8269
    @musyabnahid8269 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    i really want to know how much A Aircraft technician make yearly!!!

    • @markhjoy
      @markhjoy  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @musyabnahid8269 average pay for avionics techs in the U.S. is $32-33/hour.
      www.indeed.com/career/avionics-technician/salaries