Aviation Maintenance
At State Tech, the Aviation Maintenance program prepares students for exciting careers in the aircraft maintenance industry through hands-on training with real aircraft systems. The curriculum covers non-destructive testing, composite materials, electrical systems troubleshooting, and reciprocating and turbine engine theory and maintenance.
Certified by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) since 1970, State Tech’s Aviation Maintenance Technician School offers students the experience required to obtain the Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certifications, essential credentials for aircraft mechanics.
Graduates are in high demand by airlines, aircraft manufacturers, repair stations, the U.S. military, and general aviation operators. Some specialize in specific aircraft systems like avionics, hydraulics, or engines, while others work across a variety of aircraft and components.
Potential careers include Aircraft Mechanic, Avionics Technician, Maintenance Planner, Structural Mechanic, Quality Control Inspector, and Aerospace Manufacturing Technician. With industry-recognized credentials and State Tech’s hands-on experience, graduates are cleared for takeoff in a thriving field.
At State Tech, you don’t just maintain aircraft, you power the future of flight.
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Why Study Aviation Maintenance at State Tech
Job Demand
Aircraft mechanics find employment with airlines, aircraft manufacturers, repair stations, the U.S. military, and general aviation fixed base operators (FBOs). Some specialize in specific components, such as metal or fabric surfaces, avionics, hydraulics, landing gear, propellers, or engines. Others, especially those working for smaller FBOs, handle multiple systems and inspect and repair various types of aircraft.
Hands-on Education
Students gain hands-on experience with all types of aircraft including jets, single engine planes, and even helicopters thanks to our unique labs and Federal Aviation Administration-approved curriculum. You can choose to pursue a degree or a certificate in either Airframe or Powerplant.
Graduate Job-Ready
Our FAA-approved Powerplant program and FAA-approved Airframe program create highly employable graduates who are prepared to take the FAA’s Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license exam after graduation.
What you'll learn
The Aviation Maintenance program is divided into three sections: General, Airframe and Powerplant. Students enrolled in the Associate of Applied Science degree program typically complete the General and Powerplant sections by the end of the second semester, and the Airframe section by the end of the fourth semester.
Program Details
Highlights
- FAA approved Powerplant program and FAA approved Airframe program
- Graduates are prepared to take the FAA’s A&P(Airframe and Powerplant) license exam upon
Interesting Courses
The program provides extensive hands-on training in small classes with well-trained teachers. Equipment and curriculum are up-to-date and include non-destructive testing, composites, electrical systems troubleshooting and reciprocating and turbine engine theory and maintenance, to name a few.
Concentrations
State Tech has been FAA-certified as an Aviation Maintenance Technician School since 1970. The AAS degree program provides the experience required to obtain an aircraft mechanic certificate with Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) ratings.
Career Possibilities
- Airlines Repair Stations
- Airlines Manufacturing Companies
- United States Military
Truly hands-on education
We believe time-on-task has to be part of your education. That means time spent learning from experienced instructors in real-world environments and real-world situations. That’s why the State Tech campus is home to more than 50 labs, an automotive bay, aviation hangar, and 40+ acres of land dedicated to our heavy equipment operations program.
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West Star Aviation is a proud supporter of State Tech and the Aviation Maintenance program.
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