Aviation
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Aerospace

Aviation Battery Technician

Also posted as Aircraft Battery Technician; High-Voltage Battery Technician; Battery Systems Technician

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Median wage range
$57k–$85k
National median · per year
Outlook
Growing fast
Entry barrier
Certificate
Certs valued, no degree required
Overview

What is a Aviation Battery Technician

An aviation battery technician inspects, tests, services, and documents aviation battery packs, charging systems, BMS diagnostics, and thermal-management interfaces. It's hands-on work in battery shops, electric aircraft maintenance teams, aerospace manufacturing cells, and advanced aviation support facilities, where technical instructions, safety procedures, troubleshooting, and accurate documentation all matter.

Below: what it pays, what you'd do, the skills you need, and how to become one.

Aviation Battery Technician
Role Snapshot

The role profile

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Median wage range
$57k–$85k
Typical annual pay based on national and industry data.
O*NET codes
49-2094.0017-3023.00
Primary and secondary occupational codes mapping this role to national labor data.
Cluster type
Aerospace
The broader industry group this role belongs to within the technician economy.
Context tags
Where and how this role is commonly applied.
Core skills
Battery Inspection / TestingHigh-Voltage SafetyBMS Diagnostics
Essential competencies to perform this role effectively.
Canonical Role ID
UNMUDL-AV-038
A unique identifier linking this role across training, jobs, and employer systems.
Pay & Outlook

How much does it pay?

Aviation Battery Technician in this role earns a median of $57k–$85k a year. Here's how pay typically grows with experience.

$57k–$85k
National wage proxy range from the mapped SOC/O*NET occupation. Actual pay varies by employer, location, shift, credential, aircraft/system type, and experience.
Wage ranges are illustrative, based on national and industry data. Actual pay varies by employer, location, certification, and experience.
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On The Job

What does a Aviation Battery Technician do?

Explore the core responsibilities of this role, from daily operations and equipment handling to safety, quality, and performance requirements.

01

Inspect battery systems

Check battery modules, connectors, enclosures, cooling paths, charging ports, and safety labels for condition.

02

Test battery performance

Use approved test equipment to verify voltage, capacity, insulation, temperature, and charging behavior.

03

Troubleshoot BMS data

Review BMS diagnostics, faults, sensor readings, and thermal indicators to identify battery issues.

04

Document battery status

Record tests, safety steps, service actions, serial numbers, and charging or storage status.

Skills You Will Build

What skills do you need?

Three core skills sit at the heart of this role. You can learn all of them through short, hands-on training.

Battery Inspection / Testing

Inspecting and testing battery modules, packs, connectors, and charging behavior using approved procedures.

High-Voltage Safety

Applying safe work practices for battery isolation, PPE, lockout, verification, and handling.

BMS Diagnostics

Using battery management system data to interpret faults, cell status, temperatures, and safety conditions.

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Common Questions

Aviation Battery Technician, FAQ

An aviation battery technician inspects, tests, services, and documents aviation battery packs, charging systems, BMS diagnostics, and thermal-management interfaces. The role usually combines hands-on equipment work, technical manuals, inspection or test procedures, safety controls, and maintenance documentation.
The mapped national wage proxy range is about $56,750–$85,160 per year, with a median around $71,300. Pay varies by location, employer, shift, overtime, credentials, and the aircraft or system being supported.
Most people start with an aviation maintenance, electronics, manufacturing, inspection, or related technical program, then build hands-on experience with Battery Inspection / Testing and High-Voltage Safety. Some roles may require FAA, NDT, electrical, manufacturer, or employer-specific credentials.
A four-year degree is usually not the main requirement. Employers commonly value a focused certificate, associate-level technical training, military or apprenticeship experience, and proof that you can follow safety-critical procedures accurately.
Yes, it can be a strong technician career for people who like hands-on, safety-critical systems work. The skills can transfer into related aviation, MRO, airport infrastructure, aerospace manufacturing, or advanced mobility roles as advanced electric aircraft, connected diagnostics, and automation continue to expand.

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