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Aviation is part of the Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics career cluster. Careers in this cluster involve moving people and logistics from one place to another.
Aviation Career Profile
Career Title
Mid-Range Annual Salary in SD
SD Projected Annual Openings
Degree Typically Acquired
Career Title
Aircraft Mechanic and Service Technician
Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul aircraft engines and assemblies, such as hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
Mid-Range Annual Salary in SD
$52,800 - $67,200
SD Projected Annual Openings
24
Degree Typically Acquired
Career Title
COMMERCIAL Pilot
Pilot and navigate the flight of fixed-wing aircraft on nonscheduled air carrier routes, or helicopters. Requires Commercial Pilot certificate. Includes charter pilots with similar certification, and air ambulance and air tour pilots.
Mid-Range Annual Salary in SD
$55,700 - $90,400
SD Projected Annual Openings
40
Degree Typically Acquired
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