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Aviation Technical Services

ATS Workforce Development & Technical Training

Internship All branches

Website provided by the program.

At a glance

Open to
All branches
Format
In person
Length
151 - 180 days
Locations
1 location in Alaska
Job locations
Missouri, Washington
Career field
Transportation and Material Moving
Target MOS/ratings
Air Force • 2A Aircraft Maintenance Career Fields Army • 15 Series Aviation Maintenance Navy • AD Aviation Machinist's Mate • AM Aviation Structural Mechanic • AE Aviation Electrician's Mate • AT Aviation Electronics Technician Marine Corps • 60/61 Occupational Fields (Aviation Maintenance) Coast Guard • Aviation Maintenance Technician (AMT) Other aviation, mechanical, electrical, avionics, or technical military specialties with transferable maintenance experience are encouraged to apply.

About the program

Launch your civilian aviation career with Aviation Technical Services (ATS)!ATS is proud to participate in the Department of War (DoW) SkillBridge Program by providing transitioning Active Duty Service Members with structured, hands-on training in commercial aircraft maintenance.Participants work alongside experienced aviation professionals while gaining valuable experience in FAA Part 145 aircraft maintenance operations. This internship is designed to bridge military aviation experience into civilian aerospace careers while participants continue receiving military pay and benefits.Successful participants may be considered for full-time employment upon completion of the SkillBridge Program.

Jobs this program prepares you for

During this structured SkillBridge internship, participants receive classroom instruction, mentoring, and hands-on training in commercial aircraft maintenance.Training opportunities include:• Aircraft Maintenance Technician (AMT)• Airframe Maintenance• Aircraft Structures• Avionics• Aircraft Systems• Quality Control (QC)• Quality Assurance (QA)• Aircraft Inspection• FAA regulations and compliance• Technical publications and maintenance documentation• Aircraft safety procedures• ATS quality standards• Professional development• Structured On-the-Job Training (OJT)Military aviation experience is highly desired but not required.

Eligibility & prerequisites

• Active Duty Service Member• Within 180 days of separation• Command approved• Mechanical aptitude• Aviation experience preferred• Able to meet ATS onboarding requirements

Locations & contacts

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How to apply

  1. Contact the provider using the website or email above. Ask about openings, start dates, and the application.
  2. Confirm eligibility. SkillBridge is generally for service members within 180 days of separation who have their command's approval.
  3. Get your unit commander's authorization following your branch's SkillBridge process. Start early; approvals take time.
  4. Read reviews from past participants on Rate My SkillBridge.

Policy details: official DoW SkillBridge site · our FAQ