Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician at Kansas State University in Manhattan, KS

Mechanic & Repair Technologies Certificate CIP 47.0607

Total Graduates

6

Class of 2023

Male Graduates

83%

5 of 6

Female Graduates

17%

1 of 6

Annual Tuition

$9,964

In-state rate

Available Degrees for Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician

Certificate 6 grads Associate's 4 grads

Program Popularity

#112
of 126 colleges nationally
11.1%
Produces more graduates than 11.1% of colleges offering this program
5,240
Total national graduates (Certificate)

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician.
Degree Level Certificate
CIP Code 47.0607
Program Family Mechanic & Repair Technologies

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 6 graduates
Award Year 2023
Gender Distribution 83% male, 17% female

Salary & Earnings

Typical earnings for occupations related to this program

Aircraft mechanics and service technicians

Primary Occupation
$78,680
Median Annual Salary
$47,790 $120,080
10th percentile 90th percentile
136,390 employed nationally +4% projected growth

Related Occupations

Aircraft structure, surfaces, rigging, and systems assemblers -14.5%
$61,680

Salary data reflects typical earnings for related occupations nationally, not specific earnings of graduates from this institution. Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (2024).

Career Outcomes for Graduates

Primary Career Path

Average Starting Salary

$78,680

10-Year Job Growth

+4%

Career Readiness Score

70/100
100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Career Title Starting Salary Growth Rate Skill Match Mapping
$62,944+4%
75%
primary100% confidence
$49,344-14.5%
0%
primary100% confidence

Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$59,010

Peak Salary

$98,350

Total Growth

+67%

Skills You'll Gain

Skills Covered in Program (10)

Equipment Maintenance
Repairing
Troubleshooting
Operations Monitoring
Reading Comprehension
Critical Thinking
Complex Problem Solving
Quality Control Analysis
Operation and Control
Monitoring

Career Preparation

This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.

Career Readiness Assessment

Technical Skills Alignment

75%

Education Level Match

85%

Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.

Is This Career Right for You?

Interest Profile (Holland Codes)

R
Realistic
C
Conventional
I
Investigative

hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; organizing, systematizing, and working with data; research, analysis, and problem-solving

What does this mean? ▼

This career is best suited for people who enjoy:

  • Building things
  • Working with hands
  • Organization
  • Data management
  • Conducting research
  • Solving complex problems

Ideal Candidate Profile

👤 Personality Traits

Practical
Hands-on
Organized
Detail-oriented
Analytical
Curious

💡 Interests

Building things
Working with hands
Organization
Data management
Conducting research
Solving complex problems

Work Values

Monitoring
Active Listening
Knowledge
Independence
Accuracy

Ask Yourself These Questions

1

Do you enjoy hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; organizing, systematizing, and working with data; research, analysis, and problem-solving?

2

Do you value monitoring?

3

Are you willing to develop the technical skills required for this field?

This Career May Be Great For You If:

  • Hands-on learners who enjoy practical work
  • Analytical thinkers who enjoy problem-solving
  • Detail-oriented individuals who value organization

Consider These Challenges:

  • Those who prefer desk-based, theoretical work
  • Those who prefer routine tasks
  • Those who dislike repetitive tasks
💭

Note: This assessment is based on typical requirements and characteristics for careers in this field. Individual experiences may vary. Consider your own interests, values, and goals when making career decisions.

Institution

Location Manhattan, KS

Cost Information

In-State Tuition $9,964
Out-of-State Tuition $26,838
Average Net Price $18,745

Program Information

CIP Code: 47.0607
CIP Family: 47
IPEDS ID:
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