{"id":61222,"date":"2021-11-04T16:02:31","date_gmt":"2021-11-04T16:02:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pr.asianetpakistan.com\/?p=81979"},"modified":"2021-11-04T16:02:31","modified_gmt":"2021-11-04T16:02:31","slug":"bombardier-celebrates-graduation-of-first-cohort-of-red-oak-texas-based-apprentices-in-comprehensive-training-program","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lebanonnewsgazette.com\/bombardier-celebrates-graduation-of-first-cohort-of-red-oak-texas-based-apprentices-in-comprehensive-training-program\/","title":{"rendered":"Bombardier Celebrates Graduation of First Cohort of Red Oak, Texas-based Apprentices in Comprehensive Training Program"},"content":{"rendered":"
RED OAK, Texas, Nov. 04, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bombardier today announced the graduation of 10 participants from its first cohort of apprentices enrolled in its comprehensive apprenticeship training program developed in association with Texas State Technical College (TSTC) in Red Oak, Texas. With the successful completion of the training program, graduates are offered full-time employment at Bombardier\u2019s Red Oak facility as an aircraft assembler or aerostructures apprentice to work on the\u00a0Global 7500<\/em>\u00a0business jet\u2019s advanced smooth flex wing.<\/p>\n The two-year Department of Labor (DOL) accredited Bombardier Aerospace Apprenticeship Program (BAAP), launched in December 2019, offers students the opportunity to enter the high-tech aerospace sector with no specific pre-requisites. It challenges them to present a winning attitude and develop mechanical dexterity and sound logic skills to pass an entry-level aptitude test. In turn, Bombardier and TSTC offer expert training in conjunction with TSTC\u2019s excellent facilities, allowing students to benefit at no cost from industry-tailored modules, experienced instructors, tools and equipment and financial support. Since its inception, some 80-plus individuals are currently being trained in the program. Bombardier and TSTC plan to recruit more than 50 individuals into the program over the next two years.<\/p>\n \u201cI am thrilled to celebrate the successful graduation of the women and men in the BAAP program who will now transition forward in new careers at Bombardier, helping to ramp up the development of Bombardier\u2019s\u00a0Global 7500<\/em>\u00a0program,\u201d said Paul Sislian, Executive Vice President, Operations and Operational Excellence, Bombardier. \u201cThe accomplishments of these talented individuals aptly underscore the importance of fueling the aerospace pipeline in our Red Oak facility, bringing world-class training opportunities and cementing Bombardier as a key pillar of the community. It\u2019s a wonderful way for Bombardier to celebrate National Apprenticeship Week in the U.S.\u201d<\/p>\n The apprenticeship program offers a unique blend of practical and on-the-job training with theoretical, in-class learning. Educational topics covered include the introduction of health, safety and quality best practices, as well as aircraft drawing and specification comprehension, manufacturing appreciation of standard and regulatory compliances of aircraft assembly and more.<\/p>\n The\u00a0Global 7500<\/em>\u00a0jet is the flagship of the Bombardier business aircraft fleet, and it has won numerous awards for its innovative design. The\u00a0Global 7500<\/em>\u00a0aircraft\u2019s advanced smooth flex wing design features sophisticated slats and flap system that maximizes aerodynamic efficiency and performance for improved safety and an exceptionally smooth ride.<\/p>\n About Texas State Technical College<\/strong> About Bombardier<\/strong> Headquartered in Montr\u00e9al, Canada, Bombardier is present in more than 12 countries including its production\/engineering sites and its customer support network. The Corporation supports a worldwide fleet of over 4,900 aircraft in service with a wide variety of multinational corporations, charter and fractional ownership providers, governments and private individuals.<\/p>\n News and information is available at\u00a0bombardier.com<\/a>\u00a0or follow us on Twitter\u00a0@Bombardier<\/a>. Bombardier, Global\u00a0<\/em>and\u00a0Global 7500<\/em>\u00a0are registered or unregistered trademarks of Bombardier Inc. or its subsidiaries.<\/sup><\/p>\n
\nTSTC was established 50 years ago to help create a strong Texas. It is efficiently and effectively helping Texas meet the high-tech challenges of today\u2019s global economy, in partnership with business and industry, government agencies and other educational institutions.\u00a0TSTC graduates are highly valued by business and industry for their work ethics, knowledge and workplace skills.<\/p>\n
\nBombardier is a global leader in aviation, creating innovative and game-changing planes. Our products and services provide world-class experiences that set new standards in passenger comfort, energy efficiency, reliability and safety.<\/p>\n
\nVisit the\u00a0Bombardier Business Aircraft website<\/a>\u00a0for more information on our industry-leading products and services.<\/p>\n