AVIATION BOATSWAINS MATE, AIRCRAFT FUELS
$16 - $19.50/hr
As an Aviation Boatswain's Mate - Fuel, better known as a "Grape," you'll ensure that high-quality ... S., at bases overseas, or in areas where humanitarian needs are great.
AVIATION BOATSWAINS MATE, AIRCRAFT FUELS
$16 - $19.50/hr
As an Aviation Boatswain's Mate - Fuel, better known as a "Grape," you'll ensure that high-quality ... S., at bases overseas, or in areas where humanitarian needs are great.
AVIATION BOATSWAINS MATE, AIRCRAFT FUELS
$18.25 - $22.25/hr
As an Aviation Boatswain's Mate - Fuel, better known as a "Grape," you'll ensure that high-quality ... S., at bases overseas, or in areas where humanitarian needs are great.
AVIATION BOATSWAINS MATE, AIRCRAFT FUELS
$18.25 - $22.25/hr
As an Aviation Boatswain's Mate - Fuel, better known as a "Grape," you'll ensure that high-quality ... S., at bases overseas, or in areas where humanitarian needs are great.
AVIATION BOATSWAINS MATE, AIRCRAFT FUELS
$16.75 - $20.50/hr
As an Aviation Boatswain's Mate - Fuel, better known as a "Grape," you'll ensure that high-quality ... S., at bases overseas, or in areas where humanitarian needs are great.
AVIATION BOATSWAINS MATE, AIRCRAFT FUELS
$16.75 - $20.50/hr
As an Aviation Boatswain's Mate - Fuel, better known as a "Grape," you'll ensure that high-quality ... S., at bases overseas, or in areas where humanitarian needs are great.
AVIATION BOATSWAINS MATE, AIRCRAFT FUELS
Saint Petersburg, FL · On-site
$15.25 - $18.75/hr
As an Aviation Boatswain's Mate - Fuel, better known as a "Grape," you'll ensure that high-quality ... S., at bases overseas, or in areas where humanitarian needs are great.
AVIATION BOATSWAINS MATE, AIRCRAFT FUELS
Saint Petersburg, FL · On-site
$15.25 - $18.75/hr
As an Aviation Boatswain's Mate - Fuel, better known as a "Grape," you'll ensure that high-quality ... S., at bases overseas, or in areas where humanitarian needs are great.
AVIATION BOATSWAINS MATE, AIRCRAFT FUELS
$14.50 - $17.75/hr
As an Aviation Boatswain's Mate - Fuel, better known as a "Grape," you'll ensure that high-quality ... S., at bases overseas, or in areas where humanitarian needs are great.
AVIATION BOATSWAINS MATE, AIRCRAFT FUELS
$14.50 - $17.75/hr
As an Aviation Boatswain's Mate - Fuel, better known as a "Grape," you'll ensure that high-quality ... S., at bases overseas, or in areas where humanitarian needs are great.
AVIATION BOATSWAINS MATE, AIRCRAFT FUELS
Mount Pleasant, SC · On-site
$15.25 - $18.50/hr
As an Aviation Boatswain's Mate - Fuel, better known as a "Grape," you'll ensure that high-quality ... S., at bases overseas, or in areas where humanitarian needs are great.
AVIATION BOATSWAINS MATE, AIRCRAFT FUELS
Mount Pleasant, SC · On-site
$15.25 - $18.50/hr
As an Aviation Boatswain's Mate - Fuel, better known as a "Grape," you'll ensure that high-quality ... S., at bases overseas, or in areas where humanitarian needs are great.
AVIATION BOATSWAINS MATE, AIRCRAFT FUELS
Madison, WI · On-site
$16 - $19.75/hr
As an Aviation Boatswain's Mate - Fuel, better known as a "Grape," you'll ensure that high-quality ... S., at bases overseas, or in areas where humanitarian needs are great.
AVIATION BOATSWAINS MATE, AIRCRAFT FUELS
Madison, WI · On-site
$16 - $19.75/hr
As an Aviation Boatswain's Mate - Fuel, better known as a "Grape," you'll ensure that high-quality ... S., at bases overseas, or in areas where humanitarian needs are great.
AVIATION BOATSWAINS MATE, AIRCRAFT FUELS
$15.75 - $19/hr
As an Aviation Boatswain's Mate - Fuel, better known as a "Grape," you'll ensure that high-quality ... S., at bases overseas, or in areas where humanitarian needs are great.
AVIATION BOATSWAINS MATE, AIRCRAFT FUELS
$15.75 - $19/hr
As an Aviation Boatswain's Mate - Fuel, better known as a "Grape," you'll ensure that high-quality ... S., at bases overseas, or in areas where humanitarian needs are great.
AVIATION BOATSWAINS MATE, AIRCRAFT FUELS
Fargo, ND · On-site
$15.75 - $19.25/hr
As an Aviation Boatswain's Mate - Fuel, better known as a "Grape," you'll ensure that high-quality ... S., at bases overseas, or in areas where humanitarian needs are great.
AVIATION BOATSWAINS MATE, AIRCRAFT FUELS
Fargo, ND · On-site
$15.75 - $19.25/hr
As an Aviation Boatswain's Mate - Fuel, better known as a "Grape," you'll ensure that high-quality ... S., at bases overseas, or in areas where humanitarian needs are great.
AVIATION BOATSWAINS MATE, AIRCRAFT FUELS
$16.25 - $20/hr
As an Aviation Boatswain's Mate - Fuel, better known as a "Grape," you'll ensure that high-quality ... S., at bases overseas, or in areas where humanitarian needs are great.
AVIATION BOATSWAINS MATE, AIRCRAFT FUELS
$16.25 - $20/hr
As an Aviation Boatswain's Mate - Fuel, better known as a "Grape," you'll ensure that high-quality ... S., at bases overseas, or in areas where humanitarian needs are great.
AVIATION BOATSWAINS MATE, AIRCRAFT FUELS
Hampton, VA · On-site
$13.50 - $16.25/hr
As an Aviation Boatswain's Mate - Fuel, better known as a "Grape," you'll ensure that high-quality ... S., at bases overseas, or in areas where humanitarian needs are great.
AVIATION BOATSWAINS MATE, AIRCRAFT FUELS
Hampton, VA · On-site
$13.50 - $16.25/hr
As an Aviation Boatswain's Mate - Fuel, better known as a "Grape," you'll ensure that high-quality ... S., at bases overseas, or in areas where humanitarian needs are great.
AVIATION BOATSWAINS MATE, AIRCRAFT FUELS
Baltimore, MD · On-site
$16 - $19.50/hr
As an Aviation Boatswain's Mate - Fuel, better known as a "Grape," you'll ensure that high-quality ... S., at bases overseas, or in areas where humanitarian needs are great.
AVIATION BOATSWAINS MATE, AIRCRAFT FUELS
Baltimore, MD · On-site
$16 - $19.50/hr
As an Aviation Boatswain's Mate - Fuel, better known as a "Grape," you'll ensure that high-quality ... S., at bases overseas, or in areas where humanitarian needs are great.
AVIATION BOATSWAINS MATE, AIRCRAFT FUELS
Fort Collins, CO · On-site
$16 - $19.50/hr
As an Aviation Boatswain's Mate - Fuel, better known as a "Grape," you'll ensure that high-quality ... S., at bases overseas, or in areas where humanitarian needs are great.
AVIATION BOATSWAINS MATE, AIRCRAFT FUELS
Fort Collins, CO · On-site
$16 - $19.50/hr
As an Aviation Boatswain's Mate - Fuel, better known as a "Grape," you'll ensure that high-quality ... S., at bases overseas, or in areas where humanitarian needs are great.
As an Aviation Boatswain's Mate - Fuel, better known as a "Grape," you'll ensure that high-quality ... S., at bases overseas, or in areas where humanitarian needs are great.
As an Aviation Boatswain's Mate - Fuel, better known as a "Grape," you'll ensure that high-quality ... S., at bases overseas, or in areas where humanitarian needs are great.
AVIATION BOATSWAINS MATE, AIRCRAFT FUELS
$14.25 - $17.50/hr
As an Aviation Boatswain's Mate - Fuel, better known as a "Grape," you'll ensure that high-quality ... S., at bases overseas, or in areas where humanitarian needs are great.
AVIATION BOATSWAINS MATE, AIRCRAFT FUELS
$14.25 - $17.50/hr
As an Aviation Boatswain's Mate - Fuel, better known as a "Grape," you'll ensure that high-quality ... S., at bases overseas, or in areas where humanitarian needs are great.
AVIATION BOATSWAINS MATE, AIRCRAFT FUELS
Minot, ND · On-site
$15.75 - $19.25/hr
As an Aviation Boatswain's Mate - Fuel, better known as a "Grape," you'll ensure that high-quality ... S., at bases overseas, or in areas where humanitarian needs are great.
AVIATION BOATSWAINS MATE, AIRCRAFT FUELS
Minot, ND · On-site
$15.75 - $19.25/hr
As an Aviation Boatswain's Mate - Fuel, better known as a "Grape," you'll ensure that high-quality ... S., at bases overseas, or in areas where humanitarian needs are great.
AVIATION BOATSWAINS MATE, AIRCRAFT FUELS
$16.50 - $20.25/hr
As an Aviation Boatswain's Mate - Fuel, better known as a "Grape," you'll ensure that high-quality ... S., at bases overseas, or in areas where humanitarian needs are great.
AVIATION BOATSWAINS MATE, AIRCRAFT FUELS
$16.50 - $20.25/hr
As an Aviation Boatswain's Mate - Fuel, better known as a "Grape," you'll ensure that high-quality ... S., at bases overseas, or in areas where humanitarian needs are great.
AVIATION BOATSWAINS MATE, AIRCRAFT FUELS
$16.25 - $19.75/hr
As an Aviation Boatswain's Mate - Fuel, better known as a "Grape," you'll ensure that high-quality ... S., at bases overseas, or in areas where humanitarian needs are great.
AVIATION BOATSWAINS MATE, AIRCRAFT FUELS
$16.25 - $19.75/hr
As an Aviation Boatswain's Mate - Fuel, better known as a "Grape," you'll ensure that high-quality ... S., at bases overseas, or in areas where humanitarian needs are great.
AVIATION BOATSWAINS MATE, AIRCRAFT FUELS
$17.75 - $21.75/hr
As an Aviation Boatswain's Mate - Fuel, better known as a "Grape," you'll ensure that high-quality ... S., at bases overseas, or in areas where humanitarian needs are great.
AVIATION BOATSWAINS MATE, AIRCRAFT FUELS
$17.75 - $21.75/hr
As an Aviation Boatswain's Mate - Fuel, better known as a "Grape," you'll ensure that high-quality ... S., at bases overseas, or in areas where humanitarian needs are great.
AVIATION BOATSWAINS MATE, AIRCRAFT FUELS
Gaithersburg, MD · On-site
$17.25 - $21/hr
As an Aviation Boatswain's Mate - Fuel, better known as a "Grape," you'll ensure that high-quality ... S., at bases overseas, or in areas where humanitarian needs are great.
AVIATION BOATSWAINS MATE, AIRCRAFT FUELS
Gaithersburg, MD · On-site
$17.25 - $21/hr
As an Aviation Boatswain's Mate - Fuel, better known as a "Grape," you'll ensure that high-quality ... S., at bases overseas, or in areas where humanitarian needs are great.
Overseas Aviation information
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$10.34 - $16.11
15% of jobs
$18.30 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$16.11 - $21.88
27% of jobs
The median wage is $25.43 / hr.
$21.88 - $27.64
14% of jobs
$27.64 - $33.41
11% of jobs
$33.41 - $39.18
6% of jobs
$42.07 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$39.18 - $44.95
5% of jobs
$44.95 - $50.72
6% of jobs
$50.72 - $56.49
6% of jobs
$56.49 - $62.26
4% of jobs
$62.26 - $68.03
3% of jobs
$68.03 - $73.80
2% of jobs
$10
$34
$73
How much do overseas aviation jobs pay per hour?
As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for overseas aviation in the United States is $34.69, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.03 and $46.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
What is overseas aviation?
Overseas aviation refers to the operation of aircraft and aviation services that take place outside a person's home country or involve international flights. This field includes international airlines, cargo transport, aircraft maintenance, and aviation management roles across borders. Working in overseas aviation often requires knowledge of international regulations, safety standards, and cultural differences. It can offer exciting career opportunities to travel, work with diverse teams, and support global connectivity.
What are overseas aviation jobs?
Overseas aviation jobs focus on international flight needs, such as managing a flight as a pilot or working to repair any problems with the operations of an aircraft and its avionics. Many overseas aviation jobs are engineer roles. While you can find some work with private or commercial planes, most permanent overseas jobs are with the military or military contractors. Overseas aviation jobs often help provide field service and support for aircraft using the available supplies. You may troubleshoot systems, disassemble parts, log all activities, and calibrate systems. Overseas aviation jobs usually require a federal security clearance and a valid passport.
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in overseas aviation roles, and why are they important?
To thrive in Overseas Aviation, you need a solid background in aviation management or aeronautical engineering, along with relevant certifications such as an FAA or EASA license, depending on the role. Familiarity with international aviation regulations, aircraft maintenance systems, and flight operations software is typically required. Strong cultural awareness, communication, and adaptability are vital soft skills for working effectively in diverse, global environments. These competencies ensure safety, compliance, and operational efficiency in complex international aviation settings.
What are some common challenges faced by professionals in overseas aviation roles, and how can they be addressed?
Professionals in overseas aviation often encounter challenges related to adapting to different regulatory standards, cultural differences, and language barriers. Navigating international aviation laws and ensuring compliance with various authorities requires ongoing learning and strong attention to detail. Building effective communication skills and cultural awareness can help foster collaboration with multinational teams. Additionally, professionals should be prepared for frequent travel, time zone changes, and varying workplace environments. Proactively seeking mentorship and training opportunities can be valuable for overcoming these challenges and advancing in the field.
What is the difference between Overseas Aviation vs Overseas Pilot?
| Aspect | Overseas Aviation | Overseas Pilot |
|---|---|---|
| Required Credentials | Commercial Pilot License (CPL), Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL), international certifications | Commercial Pilot License (CPL), type ratings, international flight experience |
| Work Environment | Airlines, cargo carriers, international flight operations | Operating aircraft internationally, long-haul flights, diverse locations |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Airlines, aviation companies, freight services | Airlines, charter services, international flight operators |
Overseas Aviation refers broadly to the aviation industry involved in international flight operations, including various roles and companies. Overseas Pilot specifically describes licensed pilots operating aircraft across borders. While both require similar certifications and work in international environments, Overseas Pilot is focused on the individual pilot's role, whereas Overseas Aviation encompasses the entire industry sector.
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$16 - $19.50/hr
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United States Navy rating
6.4
Based on 380 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
42nd of 49 rated military and defense
Job description
A Navy aircraft carrier can hold over a million gallons of fuel, or the approximate equivalent of 2 Olympic swimming pools. As an Aviation Boatswain’s Mate – Fuel, better known as a “Grape,” you’ll ensure that high-quality fuel is distributed to every part of the ship—from refining fuel below deck to gassing up the jets on the flight deck. Your job keeps our aircraft in the sky and the Navy’s engines running no matter the mission.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Aviation Boatswain’s Mate Fuel (ABF) Sailors are responsible for preparing and fueling Navy planes prior to launch and after landing, as well as pumping fuel to all areas of the ship. Specifically, your responsibilities as an ABF may include:
- Fueling aircraft and operating and maintaining aviation fueling and lubricating oil systems
- Enforcing safety and handling precautions
- Refining fuel for quality
- Supervising fuel farms and fueling equipment
- Training and directing firefighting crews, fire rescue teams and damage control parties assigned to fuel and lubricating oil spaces
- Operating purging and protective systems aboard ships
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Most of the work in this rating is performed outdoors on the aircraft carrier flight deck, in all climates and conditions. The work is fast-paced, and ABFs typically work closely with others in aviation ratings. You will not spend your entire career at sea; you may also work with an aircraft squadron during a shore duty rotation.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
- U.S. citizen or equivalent
- High school graduate or equivalent
- 17 years of age or older
PAY AND BENEFITS
From the day you start, you’ll receive:
- Competitive salary
- Potential to earn a bonus upon enlistment
- Free health insurance
- Free housing
- A retirement plan
- Paid training
EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES
- Navy College Program and Tuition Assistance
- Post-9/11 GI Bill, up to 100% tuition
- Professional credentials and certifications
- College credit hours toward a bachelor’s or associate degree through the American Council on Education
PART-TIME OPPORTUNITIES
- Serving part-time as a Navy Reserve Sailor, your duties will be carried out during your scheduled drilling and training periods. During monthly drilling, Aviation Boatswain’s Mates in the Navy Reserve typically work at a location close to their homes.
- For annual training, you may serve anywhere in the world, including locations in the U.S., at bases overseas, or in areas where humanitarian needs are great.
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