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Grand Canyon Scenic Airlines GCSA

Apprentice Aircraft Mechanic

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At a glance

Open to
All branches
Format
In person
Length
Duration not listed
Locations
1 location in Nevada
Job locations
Nevada
Nearest installation
1265 Airport Road

About the program

This 26-week SkillBridge training program provides transitioning service members with supervised Hands-on training in aircraft maintenance. Participants will develop practical skills in aircraft systems inspections, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, technical documentation, safety, regulatory compliance, and line and hangar maintenance. Training will primarily take place in Boulder City, Nevada, with training at the Grand Canyon, Arizona location as operationally needed.

Jobs this program prepares you for

Train alongside certified maintenance staff, performing maintenance inspections, servicing, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and documentation per FAA and company standards. Training occurs in Boulder City, Nevada with additional training at Grand Canyon, Arizona, as operationally needed.

Eligibility & prerequisites

Current or prior military aircraft maintenance experience required. Candidate should have hands-on aircraft maintenance duties and must meet all DOD SkillBridge eligibility and command approval. Preference given to candidates whose military experience qualifies them or is expected to qualify them for FAA A&P (Airframe & Powerplant) certification. Continued employment after successful completion of the Skillbridge program may be available, with advancement to an A&P mechanic position contingent on obtaining the FAA A&P certification.

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