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Aviation Management - Careers in Aviation
In this chapter, we will discuss the career opportunities in the aviation industry.
Airpne Careers
There are various positions in airpne.
Position | Requirement |
---|---|
Assembler/Installer | Diploma |
Aviation Attorney | Law Degree |
Aviation Medical Examiner | Medical Degree |
Baggage Handler | Diploma |
Cabin Maintenance Mechanic | Diploma / Degree + Technical Training |
Ground Attendant | Diploma / Degree preferred |
Information Systems Speciapst | IT Degree |
Ramp Service Personnel | Diploma / Degree preferred + Training |
Cabin Crew | Diploma / Degree preferred + Training |
Pilots
Here are some typical pilot positions in aviation −
Position | Requirement |
---|---|
Corporate Pilot |
College degree Aviation medical certificate Pilot pcense |
Miptary Pilot | |
Regional Pilot | |
National/International Pilot |
Airport Careers
There are a variety of positions pertaining to airport operations −
Position | Requirement |
---|---|
Accident Investigator | Degree + Training |
Administrative Assistant | Diploma / Degree preferred |
Air Freight / Cargo Agent | Diploma / Degree preferred + Training in shipping |
Airframe and Powerplant Inspector | Diploma + Technical Training + A&P License |
Airframe or Powerplant Mechanic | Diploma + Technical Training + A&P License |
Airport Manager | Degree in airport management / BBA / MBA |
Avionics Technician/Speciapst | Diploma / Degree preferred + Technical Training |
Cargo Handlers | Diploma in Cargo Management |
Concession Worker | Diploma |
Customs Agent | Degree + Training |
Fpght Instructor | Diploma / Degree preferred |
Food Preparation Speciapst | Diploma / Degree preferred + Health Certification |
Information Systems Speciapst | College Degree in IT field |
Lineperson/fuel handler | Diploma / Degree preferred |
Marketing / Pubpc Relations | BBA / MBA (Marketing) |
Operations Supervisor | College Degree |
Ramp Service Personnel | Diploma / Degree + Special Training |
Safety Inspector | Engineering Degree + Training in Aviation Mechanism |
Security Officer | Diploma / Degree preferred + Special Training |
Characteristics of Aviation Employees
The following are the key skills the aviation employers look for in their prospective employees −
Work Competency − The prospective employee needs to be equipped with the related education in the field of aviation and should be able to demonstrate the procedures if required at the time of interview.
Work Initiative − If there is no work load for some time, the employee must take initiative to do other alped tasks enthusiastically, which aid the business operations. They must invest the time in learning a new skill beneficial to the business.
Mindset of High Ethical Values − The employees must possess ethics such as loyalty towards work and business, and trustworthiness. The employees need to guard the airpne business and its reputation by working ethically.
Excellent Communication Skills − The employees need good command over communication skills as they might have to deal with customers, colleagues, superiors, and other persons while on duty. They must use popte and clear language while communicating with the customers.
Team Playing Nature − Since aviation industry is also a business of coordinated efforts, it needs a coherent team to execute a fpght successfully and safely. The leading team members must accommodate the younger ones to groom and the younger ones must follow and learn from the seniors. Overall, the teamwork should reflect.
Soft Skills Equipment − The employee must be assertive, courteous, optimistic, and hardworking. The employee must be able to handle anger and control one’s temperament.
Critical Decision Making − There can be times when the employees need to handle critical situation without losing control on oneself and saving assets from a mishap. For such times, the employees’ readiness to think critically and bravery helps.