Programs

Alamo Area Aerospace Academy

Why join the Alamo Area Aerospace Academy?

• powerful training- Students receive technical training in airframe and powerplant mechanics for careers in aerospace maintenance.
  
  
• paid industry internships- approximately $2,800 in a paid internship between the junior and senior year.
  
  
• training sites- St. Philip's College Southwest Campus and Floresville High School
  
  
• choices- After graduation, students will be prepared for aerospace industry jobs. They can continue training toward a FAA license or use their college credits toward further education at the college level.
  
  
• high pay- Salaries at the local aerospace companies starting over $10/hour up to $15/hour with additional schooling and experience.
  
  
• established industry- The impact of the aerospace industry in San Antonio is
  almost $4 billion.
  
  Over 9,400 workers are employed with $479 million annual payroll.
  (Source: Greater SA Chamber of Commerce study)
  
  
• increasing need- More than 30% of the people currently employed across the industry are eligible for retirement.