Skilled Trades
Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors
Supervise and coordinate the activities of ground crew in the loading, unloading, securing, and staging of aircraft cargo or baggage. May determine the quantity and orientation of cargo and compute aircraft center of gravity. May accompany aircraft as member of flight crew and monitor and handle cargo in flight, and assist and brief passengers on safety and emergency procedures. Includes loadmasters.
Median salary
$63,940
Typical range
$38k – $96k
Job outlook
+5% (faster than average)
AI exposure
Plan a path to Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors
Education
Typical entry: No degree required
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Junior Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors
Entry / Junior
$38,010
~2 yrs to advance
Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors
Established
$63,940
~3 yrs to advance
Senior Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors
Senior
$80,120
Key skills
A typical day
- •Determine the quantity and orientation of cargo, and compute an aircraft's center of gravity.
- •Direct ground crews in the loading, unloading, securing, or staging of aircraft cargo or baggage.
- •Train new employees in areas such as safety procedures or equipment operation.
- •Distribute cargo to maximize use of space.
Fields of study
Any field
Top colleges for Skilled Trades
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