San Antonio is one of the fastest-growing metros in Texas — and demand for skilled aircraft mechanics is surging with it. Find local apprenticeships, trade schools, and training programs. Start earning while you learn.
San Antonio has one of the largest concentrations of military aviation in the country, with Lackland AFB and Kelly Field supporting significant maintenance operations. San Antonio International Airport and the region's general aviation market add civilian demand. San Antonio aircraft mechanics benefit from a uniquely stable military and civilian aviation market.
Salary Data — San Antonio
What aircraft mechanics earn in San Antonio.
San Antonio-New Braunfels Metro — Aircraft Mechanic Wages
Entry level (0–2 years)$48,000 – $60,000
A&P Mechanic (3–5 years)$65,000 – $85,000
Avionics / inspection$80,000 – $102,000+
Senior technician / lead$90,000 – $115,000+
Texas statewide median (BLS)$72,290
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment Statistics. Data reflects 2024 figures for Texas.
Training Paths
Programs available near San Antonio.
FAA-Approved Program
Aviation Maintenance Technology — San Antonio area
FAA Part 147 approved aviation maintenance programs in the San Antonio area prepare students for the A&P (Airframe & Powerplant) mechanic certification. Programs run 18-24 months.
Community College
Local Community College — Aviation Maintenance
San Antonio-area community colleges with aviation programs offer affordable paths to A&P certification with strong local employer connections.
Military Transition
Military MOS to A&P Certification
Veterans with aviation maintenance experience from military service can often credit their training toward FAA A&P certification. Strong demand for veteran aircraft mechanics in San Antonio.
Manufacturer Training
OEM Technical Training — Authorized Centers
Manufacturer-authorized training from Boeing, Airbus, and others adds market value for A&P mechanics in the San Antonio commercial aviation market.
Texas licenses electricians through TDLR. San Antonio and Bexar County follow state licensing — no separate city license is required. The City of San Antonio requires permits for electrical work but accepts state TDLR credentials.
FAQ
Common questions about San Antonio aircraft mechanic training.
San Antonio aircraft mechanics earn $48,000–$115,000+ depending on certification and experience. Avionics specialists and inspection authorization (IA) holders earn at the high end. Texas statewide BLS median is $72,290.
FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certification is the standard credential. Requires completing an FAA Part 147 program (18-24 months) and passing written, oral, and practical exams. Inspection Authorization (IA) is an advanced credential requiring A&P plus additional experience.
FAA-approved A&P programs run 18-24 months at most schools. You can also qualify through military experience or on-the-job experience (18 months per certificate). After training, you pass three FAA exams to receive your A&P certificate.
San Antonio has significant aviation activity. FAA projects continued demand for A&P mechanics nationally. San Antonio's aviation market — commercial, cargo, corporate, and regional — creates consistent employment opportunities.
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