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Aviation Technical Services

ATS Workforce Development & Technical Training

Job Training 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 Washington
Job locations
Missouri, Texas, Washington
Career field
Transportation and Material Moving
Target MOS/ratings
Air Force • 2S0X1 – Materiel Management • 2T2X1 – Air Transportation • 2T3X7 – Fleet Management and Analysis Army • 92A – Automated Logistical Specialist • 92Y – Unit Supply Specialist • 92F – Petroleum Supply Specialist • 88H – Cargo Specialist • 88N – Transportation Management Coordinator Navy • LS – Logistics Specialist Marine Corps • 3043 – Supply Administration and Operations Specialist • 3051 – Warehouse Clerk • 3112 – Distribution Management Specialist Coast Guard • SK – Storekeeper • DC – Damage Controlman (materials support experience) Other military logistics, warehouse, transportation, inventory, purchasing, supply chain, or material management specialties are encouraged to apply.
Nearest installation
ATS PAE Facility

About the program

Aviation Technical Services provides transitioning Active Duty Service Members with a structured SkillBridge training experience in aviation logistics, materials management, warehouse operations, inventory control, and supply-chain support at our Everett, Washington facility.Participants complete a combination of ATS orientation, classroom instruction, hands-on demonstrations, supervised on-the-job training, weekly coaching, and practical exposure to the logistics functions that support commercial aircraft maintenance.Key training components include workplace and warehouse safety, aircraft-parts identification, inventory systems, receiving, stocking, issuing, material movement, documentation, parts traceability, rotable-component tracking, maintenance support, inventory auditing, vendor coordination, material planning, regulatory compliance, and operational workflow.The program is designed to help participants translate military supply, logistics, transportation, inventory, warehouse, and material-management experience into civilian aviation careers.

Jobs this program prepares you for

As a SkillBridge Participant – Logistics and Materials, the Service Member will train alongside ATS logistics, materials, warehouse, and supply-chain professionals supporting aircraft maintenance operations.Training and supervised responsibilities may include:Receiving, identifying, inspecting, tagging, stocking, staging, issuing, returning, and tracking aircraft parts, tools, supplies, and raw materialsLearning ATS inventory-control systems, warehouse procedures, shelf-life controls, and cycle-count processesReviewing shipping, receiving, certification, inventory, and traceability documentationSupporting maintenance teams with parts pulls, work-order material requirements, shortages, and urgent aircraft-on-ground needsGaining exposure to rotable-component tracking, repair cycles, vendor coordination, purchasing requests, and material planningUsing approved pallet jacks, hand trucks, forklifts, and other material-handling equipment after completing required trainingLearning ATS safety, quality, customer, and regulatory-compliance requirementsParticipating in operational meetings and process-improvement activitiesCoordinating with maintenance, planning, production control, shipping, receiving, and purchasing teamsReceiving weekly mentoring, feedback, and progress reviewsDemonstrating inventory accuracy, communication, reliability, safe work practices, and readiness for possible full-time employmentProspective full-time ATS career paths may include Logistics Specialist, Materials Coordinator, Warehouse Specialist, Inventory Specialist, Shipping and Receiving Specialist, Material Handler, Supply-Chain Coordinator, and other aviation-logistics-related positions.

Eligibility & prerequisites

Must be an Active Duty Service Member eligible for SkillBridgeMust be within the authorized period before separation or retirementMilitary command approval is requiredHigh school diploma or GED requiredMilitary logistics, supply, transportation, warehouse, or inventory experience preferredMust complete applicable ATS onboarding, background screening, drug testing, safety training, customer requirements, and badging requirementsAbility to safely use material-handling equipment after required trainingMust be able to perform the physical requirements of the opportunity with or without reasonable accommodation

This is an unpaid SkillBridge training opportunity. Participants remain Active Duty Service Members during the program. Successful completion does not guarantee employment. Employment consideration will depend on performance, qualifications, available openings, and business needs.

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