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Airframe and Powerplant Apprenticeship - Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeship Program

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Website provided by the program.

At a glance

Open to
All branches
Format
In person
Length
91 - 120 days
Locations
1 location in West Virginia · jobs available nationwide
Career field
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair
Target MOS/ratings
2A251, 2A271, 2A252, 2A272, 2A253, 2A273, 2A300, 2A353, 2A373, 2A354, 2A374, 2A355, 2A375, 2A357, 2A377, 2A358, 2A378, 2A390, 2A500, 2A551, 2A571, 2A552, 2A572, 2A553, 2A573, 2A554, 2A574, 2A590, 2A600, 2A651, 2A671, 2A691, 2A654, 2A674, 2A655, 2A675, 2A656, 2A676, 2A690, 2A753, 2A773, 2A755, 2A775, 2a790, 2A851, 2A871, 2A852, 2A872, 2A951, 2A971, 2A952, 2A972, 2A953, 2A973, 15B10/30, 15D10/30, 15E, 15F10/30, 15G10/30, 15H10/30, 15J10/30, 15M10/30, 15N10/30, 15V10/30, 15X10/30, 15Y10/30, 15K40, 15S10/40, 15T10/40, 15R10/40, 15U10/40, 15Z50, 67G10/40, 67H10/40, AD-6410, AD-6415, AD-6416, AD-6419, AD-6421, 100A, 101A, 102A, 103A, 104A, 105A, 106A, 107A, 108A, 151A, G50A, G16A,G20A, G22A, G16A, G60A, G25A, E04A, E05A, E06A, E10A, E11A, E14A, E15A, E19A, E20A, E21A, 779A, 8332, 8335, 8345, 8347, 803A, E23A, 8379, 8380 769B, E28A, E29A, E34A, 8832, 8835, E38A, E39A, E40A, 8845, 8847, 8877, E41A, 6062, 6092, 6112, 6113, 6114, 6116, 6122, 6123, 6124, 6132, 6152, 6153, 6154, 6156, 6172, 6173, 6174, 6176, 6212, 6213, 6214, 6216, 6217, 6218, 6222, 6227, 6252, 6253, 6256, 6257, 6258, 6276, 6313, 6314, 6316, 6317, 6323, 6324, 6326, 6332, 6333, 6336, 6337, 6338, 6386, AMT, AET

About the program

Join Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Regional Jet (MHIRJ) and their A&P Aircraft Mechanic Apprenticeship Program. The Program will to assist transitioning military members into the FAA flight standards world of Part 145 facility. The Program will provide structured cirriculum and hands on training, helping you work toward obtaining an FAA A&P license. MHIRJ is seeking individuals with strong troubleshooting skills and communication skills; someone who is mechanically curious while adhereing to safety standards. Also, once you have a license, individuals can continue at MHIRJ as an A&P Mechanic or perhaps move into a Supervisor role. There are a wealth of opportunities at MHIRJ and we will help get you there. A&P Aircraft Mechanic Apprenticeship program to assist transitioning military members into the FAA flight standards. Course is also designed to take current A&P licensed mechanic and prepare them for Supervision level opportunities. Prepares retirees to transition into management level positions.

Jobs this program prepares you for

A&P Aircraft Mechanic Apprentice performing aircraft maintenance in accordance with FAA regulations

Eligibility & prerequisites

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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