Also called: Aviation Parts Sales Rep, Aircraft Spare Parts Trader
Buys and sells used and new airplane parts, from engines to landing gear, finding the right certified part fast when a plane is stuck on the ground.
An airline jet is grounded in Denver needing a starter, and every hour costs thousands. You search databases, call three suppliers, check the part's paperwork proves it is safe and legal, and get it on a flight within hours. Between emergencies you buy parts from retired planes being taken apart in the desert.
Commission-heavy.
Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
High school diploma, about 0 years after high school. High school diploma; aviation knowledge; a degree or A&P mechanic background helps.
Ways in: On-the-job training, 4-year college. Training cost: Under $15k.
Majors to look at: Aviation Management, Aviation Maintenance (trade school), Business Administration.
Growing faster than average. Older planes flying longer need more used parts.
Medium risk for 10 years. Online markets match parts quickly; checking safety paperwork and urgent deals stays human.
Classes: Physics, Business class, Auto shop.
Official data: O*NET occupation 41-4011.
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