Aviation and Piloting

Browse careers that are in demand now and meet Australia’s future workforce needs.

Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

An Aircraft Maintenance Engineer repairs and maintains aeronautical systems, ensuring safety, precision, and teamwork, with specialisations in structures, avionics, or mechanics.

Avg yearly income $84,500
Skill level Unknown

Flight Attendant

A Flight Attendant ensures passenger comfort and safety during flights by checking tickets, demonstrating procedures, and serving refreshments.

Avg yearly income $62,400
Skill level Unknown

Airport Operations Manager

Airport Operations Managers oversee airport activities, security, and maintenance. Strong leadership, organization, and problem-solving skills are essential.

Avg yearly income $109,980
Skill level Unknown

Aviation Manager

An Aviation Manager oversees air transport operations, including safety, security, maintenance, and customer services, while ensuring efficient multitasking and leadership.

Avg yearly income $119,600
Skill level Unknown

Air Traffic Controller

An Air Traffic Controller manages aircraft movements in designated airspace, ensuring safety and clear communication during flights and landings.

Avg yearly income $130,000
Skill level Unknown
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia

Courses in aviation and piloting

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
MEA50219

Diploma of Aeroskills (Mechanical)
Blended
24 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
MEA50118

Diploma of Aeroskills (Avionics)
Blended
24 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
MEA41322

Certificate IV in Aeroskills (Structures)
Blended
4 years
$20,640
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
MEA40922

Certificate IV in Aircraft Surface Finishing
Traineeship
4 years
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aircraft Surface Finisher
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aircraft Surface Finisher
MEA40718

Certificate IV in Aeroskills (Mechanical)
Traineeship
12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
MEA40618

Certificate IV in Aeroskills (Avionics)
Blended, Traineeship
48 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
AVI50519

Diploma of Aviation (Instrument Rating)
On Campus
2 - 24 months
$0 - $55,503
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
IFR Pilot
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
IFR Pilot
AVI50222

Diploma of Aviation (Commercial Pilot Licence - Aeroplane)
Blended, On Campus
8 - 24 months
$0 - $90,497
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Survey Pilot Commercial Pilot Freight Pilot
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Survey Pilot Commercial Pilot Freight Pilot
AVI30319

Certificate III in Aviation (Ground Operations and Service)
Blended
7 months
$8,060
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Airport Ground Crew Airline Customer Service Agent
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Airport Ground Crew Airline Customer Service Agent
AVI30219

Certificate III in Aviation (Cabin Crew)
Blended, On Campus
6 - 12 months
$0 - $8,210
  • First aid certification, a Responsible Service of Alcohol certificate and other regulatory requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Flight Attendant
  • First aid certification, a Responsible Service of Alcohol certificate and other regulatory requirements.
  • First aid certification, a Responsible Service of Alcohol certificate and other regulatory requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Flight Attendant
AVI50322

Diploma of Aviation (Commercial Pilot Licence - Helicopter)
On Campus
8 - 9 months
$101,798 - $109,200
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Helicopter Pilot
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Helicopter Pilot
AVI50419

Diploma of Aviation (Flight Instructor)
On Campus
6 months
$37,249 - $47,575
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Flying Instructor
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Flying Instructor
MEA20418

Certificate II in Aeroskills
Blended, On Campus
10 weeks
$0 - $7,280
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
AVI50119

Diploma of Aviation (Aviation Management)
On Campus
6 - 12 months
$0 - $12,800
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Airport Operations Manager Aviation Manager
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Airport Operations Manager Aviation Manager

Bachelor of Aviation
Blended, On Campus
3 years
$21,000 - $72,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Commercial Pilot Air Traffic Controller Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Commercial Pilot Air Traffic Controller Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

Master of Aviation Management
Blended, Online
18 - 24 months
$36,000 - $74,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aviation Consultant Aviation Manager
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aviation Consultant Aviation Manager

Graduate Certificate of Aviation
Distance, Online
6 - 12 months
$14,680 - $15,360
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aviation Manager Airport Operations Manager Aviation Consultant
Flight Dispatcher
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aviation Manager Airport Operations Manager Aviation Consultant Flight Dispatcher + 1 more

Bachelor of Aviation Management
Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $75,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Air Traffic Controller Aviation Manager
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Air Traffic Controller Aviation Manager
MEA20518

Certificate II in Aircraft Line Maintenance
On Campus
24 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
MEA40718

Certificate IV in Aeroskills (Mechanical) (Aircraft Maintenance)
Blended
4 years
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
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