This post asks for an interesting comparison to be made.
How does the pay of a graduate engineer working within the aircraft industry
compare with the pay of a licensed engineer.
To add to the pay scale quoted above as a licensed engineer on 4 on 4 off,
working on Boeings over the last 4 years I have made about £52,000 with minimal overtime.
I have just been offered a similar position with another operator, with one company type on my licence, starting salary of £41,000. With £3000 per extra type.
In theory this pay scale would be available to someone as young as 21 if they have completed their exams. I certified my first job on a civil aircraft at 24.