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Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

Aircraft Maintenance Technician - Employment Skills Training

Employment Skills Training All branchesDefense Industrial BaseNational Security
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At a glance

Open to
All branches
Format
Online
Length
61 - 90 days
Locations
Online
Target MOS/ratings
Open to all MOCs

About the program

The 9-week full-time training provides a broad knowledge of general aeronautics, airframe systems, and powerplant systems. Courses taken in this program can be used to prepare for the Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) testing process. For service members who meet the experience requirements established by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), this certificate program supports those pursuing the technical requirements outlined in Part 65.77 of the Federal Aviation Regulations.For service members who do NOT meet the experience requirements established by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), this program provides them with a foundation in aviation maintenance. It connects them with industry hiring partners who provide paid apprenticeship opportunities and the necessary hands-on experience once they exit military service.Note: Not all industry hiring partners require the A&P.

Jobs this program prepares you for

Job descriptions vary based on industry hiring partners. As of 7/3/2026, industry hiring partners include AAR, Amentum, Boeing, Gulfstream, Hawaiian Airlines, Honeywell, Lockheed Martin, and Northrop Grumman.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES• Able to perform basic maintenance tasks under supervision.• Able to proficiently use FAA-approved data (i.e. IPC, M/M, OHM, SRM).• Ensure work performed meets established quality standards.• All other duties as assigned COMPETENCIES• Commitment to company values and ethics• Dependability: personally responsible, completes work in a timely manner, and performs tasks accurately• Motivation: must maintain a positive attitude and strong work energy• Organization: very detail-oriented and always prepared• Communication: excellent interpersonal and oral and written communication skills Initiative: plans work and carries out tasks without detailed instructions, prepares for problems or opportunities in advance, undertakes additional responsibilities• Leadership: demonstrated ability to lead people and get results through othersQUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below represent the required knowledge, skill, and/or ability.EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE• A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required.• Must have a minimum of 1-3 years related aviation/aircraft maintenance or similar experience and/or training.• May or may not have an A and/or P Certificate/License• Some general maintenance experience (including relative experience outside of Aviation)• Must possess and be able to skillfully use the minimum tools required.• Must have 1 - 3 years of aviation maintenance experience.• Must possess the ability to learn.PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENTThe physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach, and move about the facility.

Eligibility & prerequisites

Job descriptions vary based on industry hiring partners. As of 7/3/2026, industry hiring partners include AAR, Amentum, Boeing, Gulfstream, Hawaiian Airlines, Honeywell, Lockheed Martin, and Northrop Grumman.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES• Able to perform basic maintenance tasks under supervision.• Able to proficiently use FAA-approved data (i.e. IPC, M/M, OHM, SRM).• Ensure work performed meets established quality standards.• All other duties as assigned COMPETENCIES• Commitment to company values and ethics• Dependability: personally responsible, completes work in a timely manner, and performs tasks accurately• Motivation: must maintain a positive attitude and strong work energy• Organization: very detail-oriented and always prepared• Communication: excellent interpersonal and oral and written communication skills Initiative: plans work and carries out tasks without detailed instructions, prepares for problems or opportunities in advance, undertakes additional responsibilities• Leadership: demonstrated ability to lead people and get results through othersQUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below represent the required knowledge, skill, and/or ability.EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE• A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required.• Must have a minimum of 1-3 years related aviation/aircraft maintenance or similar experience and/or training.• May or may not have an A and/or P Certificate/License• Some general maintenance experience (including relative experience outside of Aviation)• Must possess and be able to skillfully use the minimum tools required.• Must have 1 - 3 years of aviation maintenance experience.• Must possess the ability to learn.PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENTThe physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach, and move about the facility.

Program is offered on-ground at Ft. Bragg, NC; Ft. Campbell, KY; Ft. Carson, CO, Camp Lejeune-MCAS New River, NC; NS Norfolk, VA and Camp Pendleton-Oceanside, CA. Transitioning service members who are not located in the vicinity of Ft. Bragg, Ft. Campbell, Ft. Carson, Camp Lejeune-New River, Camp Pendleton-Oceanside, NS Norfolk, can choose the virtual option.

Locations & contacts

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

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  • In person

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