Engineering and Maintenance / Aircraft Maintenance

Aircraft Engine Specialist

Aircraft Engine Specialists inspect, maintain, repair, and overhaul aircraft engines, including turbine and piston engines, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and manufacturer specifications. They diagnose mechanical issues, perform tests, and replace or repair components.

Average monthly gross

8,060 CHF

3 validated salaries

Median

9,700 CHF

less sensitive to extremes

Typical range

5,092 CHF - 10,372 CHF

10th to 90th percentile

Data period

2026 - 2026

based on validated records

Canonical

Aircraft Engine Specialist

ISCO

7232

Language

en

Salary insights

Monthly gross salary from approved submissions and AI-generated seeds that were validated.

3 records
Clear

By seniority

Junior 1 validated salaries
3,940 CHF 3,940 CHF - 3,940 CHF
Lead / Expert 2 validated salaries
10,120 CHF 9,700 CHF - 10,540 CHF

Yearly trend

8,060 CHF
2026

Top countries

Country Avg. Count
Switzerland 10,120 CHF 2
Papua New Guinea 3,940 CHF 1

Companies in data

Company Avg. Count
Migros 9,700 CHF 1
Northstar Systems 3,940 CHF 1
Roche 10,540 CHF 1

Top cities

No city-linked salaries yet.

How these figures are calculated

Validated records only

The page uses salaries that have been approved in the admin, including human submissions and AI-generated seeds after validation.

Typical range

The range removes the lowest and highest extremes by showing the 10th to 90th percentile.

Seniority

Seniority is inferred from years of experience: junior, mid-level, senior, then lead or expert.

Interpretation

These figures are market indicators, not guaranteed salaries. Reliability improves as more approved records are added.

Role profile

Seniority

Junior Mid Senior

Alternate titles

Aircraft Engine Mechanic Aircraft Engine Technician Aero Engine Specialist Aircraft Powerplant Specialist

Skills

Hard skills

Engine inspection Engine overhaul Troubleshooting Diagnostic testing Component replacement Technical documentation Safety compliance Tool and equipment operation

Soft skills

Attention to detail Problem-solving Teamwork Communication Time management

Tools

Engine test stands Borescopes Torque wrenches Multimeters Compression testers Aircraft maintenance software

Certifications

FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) License EASA Part 66 License Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) Certification ISO 9001 Quality Management

Employment context

Industries

Aviation Aerospace Aircraft Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) Airline Operations Defense

Company types

Airlines MRO facilities Aircraft manufacturers Military aviation units Government aviation agencies

Work modes

On-site

Remote compatibility

Low

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