SOC 49-2091
Avionics Technicians
Risk Score
โ ๏ธ47/100
Elevated
US Employment
๐ฅ20,900
Total workers
Median Wage
๐ฐ$81K
$50K โ $114K
Projected Growth
๐+8.2%
2023-2033 (BLS)
GenAI Exposure
๐ค53/100
Moderate exposure
๐ก Avionics Technicians face a risk score of 47/100 โ 3 points above the national average of 44. With 53/100 GenAI exposure, this occupation faces significant pressure from AI tools despite strong projected growth. See our methodology โ
๐ก Workers in this field earn $81K ($35K above the national median). The 3 recommended career transitions all maintain competitive wages while reducing automation exposure. Explore transition paths โ
๐ AI Impact Analysis
With a risk score of 47/100, Avionics Technicians faces moderate automation pressure. While tasks like ai parts inventory and supply chain optimization are increasingly handled by AI, the role retains significant human elements. The 20,900 workers in this occupation should focus on strengthening skills in diagnosing novel equipment failures through physical inspection and working in confined, elevated, or hazardous spaces to stay ahead. The role will likely evolve rather than disappear.
Will AI Replace Avionics Technicians?
Read our full analysis with verdict, risk factors, safe tasks, and career transition paths โ
โ ๏ธ Top Risk Factors
AI parts inventory and supply chain optimization
Robotic inspection of hard-to-reach equipment
Automated fault detection via IoT sensor networks
Augmented reality-guided remote diagnostics
๐ก๏ธ Tasks Safe from Automation
Diagnosing novel equipment failures through physical inspection
Working in confined, elevated, or hazardous spaces
Adapting repairs to non-standard or legacy equipment
Hands-on fine motor work in intricate machinery
๐ Task Automation Breakdown
Based on O*NET task analysis and GenAI exposure scoring. Shows the estimated proportion of this occupation's core tasks that are automatable by current AI, augmented by AI tools, or require essential human skills.
๐ O*NET Task Profile
Test and troubleshoot instruments, components, and assemblies, using circuit testers, oscilloscopes, or voltmeters.
Keep records of maintenance and repair work.
Adjust, repair, or replace malfunctioning components or assemblies, using hand tools or soldering irons.
Install electrical and electronic components, assemblies, and systems in aircraft, using hand tools, power tools, or soldering irons.
Set up and operate ground support and test equipment to perform functional flight tests of electrical and electronic systems.
๐ป Technology Skills
Portal server software
Computer aided design CAD software
Analytical or scientific software
Object or component oriented development software
Enterprise resource planning ERP software
๐ Key Knowledge Areas
Computers and Electronics
Mechanical
English Language
Engineering and Technology
Customer and Personal Service
๐ vs National Average
National avg: $46K
National avg: 44/100
National avg: 38/100
National avg: 3.7%
๐ Career Transition Paths
| Occupation | Risk | Wage | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineers | 20 | $106K | 59% |
| Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers | 28 | $93K | 83% |
| Architects, Except Landscape and Naval | 29 | $97K | 61% |