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The Manufacturing Institute

Heroes MAKE America – Industrial Systems - Employment Skills Training

Employment Skills Training All branchesDefense Industrial BaseNational Security

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At a glance

Open to
All branches
Format
In person
Length
61 - 90 days
Locations
1 location in Texas
Career field
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair, Transportation and Material Moving, Business and Financial Operations, Office and Administrative Support, Architecture and Engineering, Construction and Extraction, Management, Production
Nearest installation
Fort Cavazos

About the program

Industrial systems is an emerging field that integrates electrical and mechanical engineering, advanced manufacturing and computer technology. This is a 10-week course of accelerated training where participants have the opportunity to earn 7 industry-recognized certifications from the Smart Automation Certification Alliance in: C201 Electrical Systems, C202 Electric Motor Control Systems, C203 Variable Frequency Drive Systems, C206 Electrical System Installation, C207 Programmable Controller Systems, C209 Pneumatic Systems, C210 Mechanical Power Systems and a Heroes MAKE America and TSTC Certificate of Completion.

Jobs this program prepares you for

Our program prepares individuals to excel in the manufacturing industry by providing comprehensive training and certifications in critical areas. Graduates of this program possess the technical skills and knowledge to pursue a variety of roles across the manufacturing and supply chain sectors, experience, making them valuable assets to any organization.

Eligibility & prerequisites

All of our programs include career readiness services coupled with local and national job placement support. Participants will engage with industry partners each week through both virtual and in-person experiences designed to support their post-military career placement. As part of the program, they will attend weekly Heroes Connect virtual events from the classroom and participate in on-site facility tours. These interactions offer valuable exposure to leading manufacturers—allowing participants to learn who they are, what they do, and the roles and opportunities available. Facility tours, in particular, provide a behind-the-scenes look at operations, helping participants better understand the work environment and visualize potential career paths.

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