The Air Washington project is a consortium of 11 of the state's community and technical colleges which have received a $20
million U.S. Department of Labor grant to strengthen the aerospace industry through workforce training. Spokane Community
College has several training opportunities available, including advanced
manufacturing, composites, electronics/avionics, and
aircraft maintenance. In addition to training individuals, Air Washington will be
helping businesses attain AS9100 certification, the quality standard for manufacturing in the aerospace industry.
This workforce solution was funded by a grant awarded by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Employment and Training Administration.
The solution was created by the grantee and does not necessarily reflect the official position of the U.S. Department of Labor.
The Department of Labor makes no guarantees, warranties, or assurances of any kind, express or implied, with respect to such
information, including any information on linked sites and including, but not limited to, accuracy of the information or its
completeness, timeliness, usefulness, adequacy, continued availability, or ownership.
Consortium Partners
Match the number on the map with the list below.
5. Olympic College
1600 Chester Avenue
Bremerton, WA 98337
(360) 792-6050 (switchboard)
6. Peninsula College
1502 East Lauridsen Blvd.
Port Angeles, WA 98362
(360) 452-9277 (switchboard)
Programs offered through Air Washington and
Spokane Community College
Aviation Maintenance TechnologySpokane Community College's Aviation Maintenance program prepares students to
be entry-level technicians in the aviation industry.
Degree Offered: AAS
Specializations/Certificates: FAA
Computer Aided Design and Drafting (CAD)The CAD certificate program prepares students with the skills necessary for
the drafting and design of aircraft parts using both CAD drafting and solid modeling techniques.
Degree Offered: AAS
Specializations/Certificates: Certificate
Electronics Engineering Technician - AvionicsAvionics technicians repair and maintain systems-components used for aircraft navigation
and radio communications, weather radar systems, and other instruments and computers that control flight, engine,
and other primary functions of aircraft.
Degree Offered: AAS
Specializations/Certificates: Certificate
Electrical Maintenance and AutomationElectrical maintenance technicians are responsible for the
maintenance, testing, repair, and/or replacement of the
electrical systems and controls found in general and commercial aircraft.
Degree Offered: AAS
Specializations/Certificates: n/a
Hydraulic and Pneumatic Automation TechnologyHydraulic and pneumatic automation technology skills are utilized in both the production and
maintenance of aircraft in the aviation industry. This is one of the fastest-growing fields in the nation.
Degree Offered: AAS
Specializations/Certificates: Certificate
Machinist - Computer Numerical Control (CNC)Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machinists use computers to run high-tech equipment that
makes tools, dies, and machine parts for the manufacturing of aircraft. This is an in-demand field in Spokane and the nation.
Degree Offered: AAS
Specializations/Certificates: Certificate
Mechanical Engineering TechnologyThis comprehensive, well–balanced study of applied sciences and computer aided drafting as they
relate to mechanical engineering is used in the production of aircraft parts.
Degree Offered: AAS
Specializations/Certificates: n/a
Business and Industry Customized Training:
- CATIA
- AS9100 (Quality Management)
- TIG Welding
- Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM)
- Performance Skills Education
Aerospace Apprenticeship Program:
For information about Spokane Community College's aerospace apprenticeship program in
partnership with the Aerospace Joint Apprenticeship Committee,
contact Linda Poage (Spokane Community College,
LPoage@scc.spokane.edu) or Kevin Quinn (Lead Program Developer, Aerospace Joint
Apprenticeship Committee, kquinn@ajactraining.org).
Eastern Washington Partner Schools and Aerospace-Related Programs:
Columbia Basin Community College- Engineering Technology
- General Engineering
- Manufacturing Technology
- Non-destructive Testing (One Course)
- CAD
- Machining Tool Technology
- Welding
Wenatchee Valley College- Industrial Technology - Electronics
- Industrial Technology - Welding and Fabrication
- Industrial Technology - Drafting
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