Position Overview
Veterans Alliance is partnering with a Client in Tucson, AZ to offer a hands-on SkillBridge training opportunity for transitioning service members seeking careers in aviation maintenance and MRO operations.
This program provides real-world experience in a heavy maintenance, modification, and inspection environment, supporting commercial and military aircraft in a structured hangar setting. Participants will be integrated into maintenance teams and gain exposure across multiple disciplines including mechanical, avionics, structural repair, quality assurance, and operations leadership.
Training Tracks / Areas of Focus
Participants may gain experience in one or more of the following areas:
- Aircraft Mechanic: Inspection, repair, and servicing of aircraft systems and components
- Avionics Technician: Troubleshooting, installation, and maintenance of electrical and avionics systems
- Structures / Sheet Metal: Structural repair, fabrication, and modification of aircraft components
- Crew Chief: Oversight of aircraft condition, maintenance coordination, and flight readiness
- Quality Inspector: Inspection of completed work to ensure compliance with FAA and company standards
- Operations Supervisor: Support of maintenance operations, workflow coordination, and team oversight
Key Responsibilities
- Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, inspections, and repairs on aircraft systems
- Assist with modifications, upgrades, and structural repairs in a heavy maintenance environment
- Utilize technical data, manuals, and maintenance documentation to complete assigned tasks
- Troubleshoot mechanical and/or electrical discrepancies
- Follow all safety procedures, tool control, and FOD prevention standards
- Support quality assurance processes and ensure compliance with FAA and company requirements
- Collaborate with team members to meet production and delivery timelines
- Maintain accurate documentation of work performed
Basic Qualifications
- Active-duty service member eligible for DoD SkillBridge (within 180 days of separation)
- Background in aviation maintenance or related military occupational specialty:
- Aircraft Maintenance / Crew Chief
- Avionics
- Structures / Sheet Metal
- Experience working in flightline, hangar, or depot-level environments
- Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience on military or commercial aircraft platforms (fixed-wing or rotary)
- Familiarity with inspections, phase maintenance, or heavy maintenance workflows
- Prior leadership experience (NCO, shift lead, or team lead)
Certification Requirements
- A&P License REQUIRED for the following tracks:
- Crew Chief
- Quality Inspector
- Operations Supervisor
- Candidates without an A&P must be:
- Actively pursuing certification, OR
- Eligible and planning to obtain shortly after program completion
Work Environment
- Hangar-based heavy maintenance (MRO) environment
- Work performed on commercial and military aircraft
- Exposure to tools, equipment, and systems used in civilian aviation maintenance
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting
Program Outcomes
- Hands-on experience in a civilian aviation maintenance operation
- Development of skills aligned with FAA and industry standards
- Opportunity for full-time employment upon successful completion
Why This Opportunity
This SkillBridge program is designed to provide a direct pathway from military service to the civilian aviation industry, allowing participants to apply their existing experience in a real-world MRO environment while building the skills and connections needed for long-term career success.
