Aircraft mechanics and aircraft inspectors in Thompson - Okanagan

The employment outlook will be Moderate for aircraft mechanics and aircraft inspectors (NOC 72404) in the Thompson - Okanagan region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
• A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about aircraft mechanics and aircraft inspectors in the Thompson - Okanagan region:

• Approximately 590 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Aircraft mechanics and aircraft inspectors mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 82%
  • Transportation equipment manufacturing (NAICS 336): 8%