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Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME)

Average Early-Career Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) with Problem Solving Skills Salary in South Africa

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R254,724
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (ZAR)
25%
ZAR 135k
MEDIAN
ZAR 255k
75%
ZAR 456k

The average salary for an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) is R254,724 in 2025

Base Salary
R135k - R456k
Bonus
R0 - R38k
Total Pay
R118k - R476k
Based on 6 salary profiles (last updated Aug 25 2025)
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Common Health Benefits for a Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME)

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100%

Gender Breakdown for Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME)s

Male
66.7%
Female
33.3%
This data is based on 3 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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How can Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME)s increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) that oversees more junior Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME)s, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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