Keep a pulse on aviation industry news, career opportunities and events
Engineering students at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), led by postdoc Joenyoon Lee, are working on a new method to develop aerospace-grade composite materials – without the need for the massive heat and pressure vessels used in current processes.
If you think about it, a perfectly written, well-presented resume that clearly demonstrates your experience and professionalism can change the direction of your entire life. Even as an aviation contractor who may be looking for a shorter-term, high-quality position, being selected based upon the quality of your resume can give you the tools, experience, and contacts that will raise your employability to a whole new level.
The outbreak of the coronavirus has plunged the airline industry into a mini crisis. The virus, which has killed over 305 people as of February 2, is spreading like a bushfire.
For aviation workers, where you live can be a huge factor during a job search. While you’re free to submit applications to any employer from any corner of the country, living in certain cities or metros significantly increases your chances of not only landing that dream job but also getting potentially a hirer payrate and a great work-life balance.
The field of aviation offers more opportunities for skilled workers than ever before. The demand for engineers, A&P mechanics, avionics technicians, maintenance, and other positions is snowballing as more people and goods will be traveling.
Employees should be aware that the IRS has recently made significant changes in the guidelines for completing your W-4 Tax Form, the Employee’s Withholding Allowance Certificate. This form tells your employer how much you would like for them to withhold from your gross pay for federal tax payments.
Traditionally, airports have an air control tower from where operators guide landing and takeoff of all aircraft. Every airplane scheduled to take off or land must first get clearance from the control tower. Even in modern airports where a few activities are handled remotely, there’s usually an Air Traffic Control (ATC) unit on-site.
Boeing 737 MAX airplanes were grounded in March 2019 following the tragic crashes in Indonesia and Ethiopia that resulted in the deaths of over 300 people. The specific cause of the disasters has been identified as a glitch in the automated guidance control system that was intended to keep the nose of the airplane properly stabilized.
You already know what happens in the lead up to the holiday season as a personal traveler. With demand sky-high, flight ticket prices go up. The longer you wait, the more you pay in the end.
The contract job market is expanding as the aviation industry continues to grow. Many aviation companies have long recognized the many benefits of choosing proven, experienced contractors to:
