How to Become Aircraft Engineer in Fiji

Aircraft engineer positions can be found through the Civil Aviation Authority.

Fiji is served by just two international airports, so finding positions in the aviation industry can be a challenge. Nonetheless, there are a few resources at your disposal if you are interested in becoming a locally-based aircraft engineer. Aircraft safety and regulation in Fiji is overseen by the Civil Aviation Authority of the Fiji Islands. Local airlines often employ aircraft engineers as well, and it is generally possible to find work, depending on your level of experience and the job market.

Instructions

1. Educate yourself in the field of aviation and specifically aircraft engineering. Fiji has a variety of great resources for aspiring aircraft engineers. The Civil Aviation Authority has approved courses from Advance Aviation Training which include lessons in general airplane knowledge. Fiji National University also has a Department of Aviation Studies, which includes programs in aircraft maintenance engineering.

2. Check the official website of the Civil Aviation Authority. This site contains a classified section containing a jobs and career page, with openings listed. As of February, 2011, there are no openings listed, but some may open up as time progresses.

3. Contact the Civil Aviation Authority at 679-672-1555. A representative may be able to point you in the right direction for finding an aircraft engineering position, or let you know if there are current openings at the Civil Aviation Authority.

4. Contact a local airline. A list of airlines serving Fiji is available on FijiAirlines.com.

References

• Civil Aviation Authority of the Fiji Islands
• FijiAirlines: Airlines of Fiji
• Advance Aviation Training (Fiji): About AAT
• Fiji National University: Department of Aviation Studies