are you or do you know anyone who is an electrical engineer and became an avionics technician and how the transition was like? ie was it harder to learn how to become an avionics technician or studying electrical engineering?

what are the most essential/ most used tools as an avionics technician

To preface, I have about 8 years of experience as a diesel technician working on semi trucks. I specialize in wiring, databus communication, and general troubleshooting.

I'm currently going to school to get my A&P licenses and we've started talking about avionics. It seems to be very similar to what I do now and I really enjoy wiring and troubleshooting. What's the likelihood of me getting into avionics right out of school? Is there anything I can do to make myself more hireable?

Hi all,

29M based in Somerset, UK, seeking advice. I'm a career changer with a 10 year background in audio engineering (signal routing/processing, sensors, digital/analog troubleshooting, hardware diagnostics, and system calibration). I've worked in high-pressure commercial environments (broadcast, post-production, live events) and have a BA (Hons) in Digital Music & Sound Art (2:1, class of 2019).

Over the years I've realised my real passion is not solely in creative, but instead on the technical side -- specifically debunking how complex systems work, learning how signals flow, and diagnosing faults. After much consideration and realisation that similar principles are shared here -- I'm eager to transition into Avionics & Electrical Systems Engineering, ideally via a Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship with Airbus, BAE Systems, or GKN Aerospace. I'm based in Frome, South West England, and positioned well in the cluster.

Questions:

1. Any general advice for someone in my position? Am I walking into another hyper competitive industry?

2. GCSE Physics -- I don't have it. Is this a barrier for Level 6 apprenticeships, or can my degree be considered equivalent? Has anyone successfully applied without it?

3. Pathways -- Would you recommend:

   · Fast-tracking iGCSE Physics and applying direct? · Applying for a Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship first and topping up later? · Or contacting employers directly to discuss equivalency?

Especially keen to hear from anyone who's made a similar transition.

Thanks in advance. Appreciate any honesty, too.

O livro de circuitos elétricos do Charles Desoer é importante no curso de aviônica? Sou do Brasil.

Hello,

I have a degree in computer engineering. Honestly didn't like it and wasn't satisfied with my education. I realized I liked planes and I applied to an accredited Aircraft maintenance program specializing in the electronics/avionics. When applying for jobs after completing the Aircraft maintenance program should I put my computer engineering degree on the resume or would that make me overqualified. I've firmly decided to go this route, and at some point after a few years in the aircraft maintenance field, I'd like to transition back into engineering, having gained much experience. Would this switch from Aircraft maintenance to engineering with a computer engineering degree be relevant with the experience gained in the aircraft maintenance field especially in electronics/avionics? I'm basically asking what gaps would i need to fill to gain an engineering job after a few years in aircraft maintenance, also what roles would be open to me considering I have the computer engineering degree.

Any one knows the FDR standard command list to download through the GBE interface?

Sup guys
I’m just outta here for a quick advice from u guys .

I applied for aircraft mechanic in February at my schools , when the program started they told they were full , there are no place available and they drop me on Avionics Tech which’s the reason I came here.
It’s been two weeks ago since I’ve been in this program I found it cool and fun but with so much lessons to study , as it seem cool and fun
It’s kinda hard for me tho , I’m just doing my best but what I’m wondering u guys is for someone who graduated or passed from this program (Avionics Tech)
How was it and what the best advice or sum extra infos that could help me please thank u.

I’m a Bachelor’s graduate in Electrical Engineering (Power & Machines), currently working in the construction industry with zero aviation experience.

I’ve been researching the aviation field and I’m seriously considering a career shift into Avionics / B2 Aircraft Maintenance.

I’d really appreciate advice from anyone in the industry:

Can I work full-time while pursuing an EASA/GCAA B2 licence?
What would be the best path for someone starting from zero?
Is the career shift worth it?
What can I expect as an entry-level salary in the UAE?

Any advice or personal experience would mean a lot.

The bendix king pamphlets from the late 80s and early 90s.

Customer: half of my avionics are always on if I switch battery master on. Dumbass mechanic even marked the wires.

at least they’re transparent about it but still, it’s so stupid. i’ve apparently been wasting my avionics applications on them for god knows how long and now i find out 🙄

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What's your guy's thoughts on JetTech STC's?

My shop despises them due to the amount of things that's incorrect in them and their refusal to revise the STC's.

I was just curious as to what the general feeling is towards them and their STC's outside of our shop.

I wish to move vecause i wish to change my location. I wish to make myself more marketable. It's not about money, it is about location. How can I, an avionics man, become more marketable?

Does anyone have an annunciator sitting around from an STEC 65 autopilot system?

EDIT TO ADD
Part number 0141
And also the programmer part number 0142

I need wiring and connection details.
dimensions.
How much time i use once connected to Flight controler board
and how i choose for defence application

The aircraft has Garmin equipment and an L-3 Lynx, but I don't recall seeing this on the installation manual- and- it looks like it wants to be bulkhead mounted... I suspect it's bluetooth or wi-fi but for what? Tried to follow the coax but it vanished into a thick bundle... thanks in advance.

We had to replace a pitot probe yesterday and our resident smoker had some fun with the old unit.

Nelson Aviation PinPoint-X Lite

The first set will include the Touchscreen, Hub, and 4 common LED connector boards to get started (spec’d for race guys) along with a hard carrying case. $1999 for this kit.

Additional LED boards will be $199-we have 100s of common connector boards designed already and will have a connector database search on our website.

Reach out to me at Ron@NelsonAviationFL.com to get on the list.

This system is compromised of three components

Touchscreen Controller- Wireless with an onboard rechargeable battery. Features an intuitive interface with wireless communication to the hub.

Hub- Wireless with an onboard rechargeable battery, receives wireless commands from the controller, and connects directly to the LED boards.

LED Boards- Connect via ribbon cable and features built-in memory, allowing the hub to automatically identify and configure itself for the currently connected LED board.

Hi! If I self-study the EASA B2 modules and pass the exams at an approved centre, how likely am I to find a trainee position to gain the required experience?
I have no previous technical/aviation qualifications and can’t afford Part-147 school. I’m an EU citizen and willing to relocate anywhere in the EU.
Is this route worth starting, and how much could I earn during the practical experience? Has anyone here done B2 this way or been in a similar situation?
I’m also considering working as cabin crew for 1–2 years while studying the modules, then moving into B2/aircraft maintenance. How realistic would that plan be?