Aviation
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Aerospace

Predictive Maintenance Technician

Also posted as Aviation Diagnostics Technician; Condition Monitoring Technician; Aircraft Health Monitoring Technician

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Median wage range
$61k–$95k
National median · per year
Outlook
Growing fast
Entry barrier
Certificate
Certs valued, no degree required
Overview

What is a Predictive Maintenance Technician

A predictive maintenance technician uses sensor data, condition monitoring, diagnostic software, and maintenance records to identify aircraft or equipment issues before failure. It's hands-on work in MRO analytics teams, airline maintenance control, manufacturing support, and connected-equipment maintenance programs, 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.

Predictive Maintenance Technician
Role Snapshot

The role profile

Everything you need to know about this role, the same details employers use to post openings and colleges use to build training.

Median wage range
$61k–$95k
Typical annual pay based on national and industry data.
O*NET codes
17-3023.0049-3011.00
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
Sensor Data InterpretationCondition MonitoringDiagnostic Software
Essential competencies to perform this role effectively.
Canonical Role ID
UNMUDL-AV-039
A unique identifier linking this role across training, jobs, and employer systems.
Pay & Outlook

How much does it pay?

Predictive Maintenance Technician in this role earns a median of $61k–$95k a year. Here's how pay typically grows with experience.

$61k–$95k
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 Predictive Maintenance Technician do?

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

01

Review condition data

Monitor sensor readings, fault codes, trends, vibration, temperature, cycle, or usage data from aircraft or support equipment.

02

Identify early fault patterns

Compare data with expected behavior to flag abnormal conditions and maintenance risks.

03

Support maintenance planning

Turn diagnostic findings into work-order recommendations, inspections, or follow-up troubleshooting tasks.

04

Document analysis results

Record findings, evidence, recommended actions, and maintenance outcomes to improve future predictions.

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.

Sensor Data Interpretation

Reading and interpreting data from sensors, logs, and connected systems to detect maintenance risks.

Condition Monitoring

Tracking system trends and health indicators to identify early signs of component degradation.

Diagnostic Software

Using software tools, dashboards, and fault-history data to support maintenance decisions.

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How to become one.

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Common Questions

Predictive Maintenance Technician, FAQ

A predictive maintenance technician uses sensor data, condition monitoring, diagnostic software, and maintenance records to identify aircraft or equipment issues before failure. 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 $60,610–$94,810 per year, with a median around $77,180. 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 Sensor Data Interpretation and Condition Monitoring. 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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