Terry Holowaty, Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
Aircraft Maintenance Engineers (AMEs) are crucial to the aircraft and travel industry. The safety of pilots and passengers depends on regular maintenance and inspection.
Terry began his career in Aircraft Maintenance by taking an orientation course, followed by an apprenticeship. Most people seeking this career will follow the same or a similar path:
- high school
- aviation mechanics training through a college or university
- 4 levels of apprenticeship over 4 - 5 years with on the job experience
- certification as an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
Taking math, physics and auto mechanics/shops courses while in high school will help prepare you for this career. Further courses to expand technical knowledge of other kinds of aircraft, turbine engines etc. will increase your employability and help you to continue to grow in your chosen field.