UAG Rotational Internship Program

United Aero Group; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No PTO/Benefits

7:00am–2:00pm schedule

Job summary

United Aero Group offers a Rotational Internship Program at its FAA Part 145 repair station. Students will rotate through Paint Shop, Back Shop, Aircraft Mechanics and Sheet Metal while learning safety, compliance, quality documentation, and hands-on maintenance processes.

Program participants gain exposure to operations, production planning, and tools, and must meet eligibility criteria including ESCC enrollment or recent graduation, plus rotor-wing experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in ESCC with A license or more or graduated no later than 2 years from internship start date.
• 0-1 years of rotor-wing aircraft maintenance experience.
• Experience on UH-60 and/or UH-1 platforms strongly preferred (military or civilian).
• Critical thinking and problem-solving
• Collaboration and interpersonal skills
• Time management and task prioritization
• Ability to work as a team

Responsibilities

• Rotate through Paint Shop, Back Shop, Aircraft Mechanics, Sheet Metal.
• Learn safety, compliance and quality documentation practices.
• Assist with work orders, inspections and maintenance planning.
• Support production priorities and turnaround time management.

Skills

Critical thinking

Collaboration

Time management

Teamwork

Education

ESCC with A license or graduated within 2 years

Tools

Microsoft Office

Technical publications and maintenance records

Department-specific tools and equipment

Job description

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The United Aero Group MRO Internship Program provides local aviation students with hands-on experience within an FAA Part 145 Repair Station, while identifying key talent. Interns will rotate through listed departments, work alongside experienced aviation professionals, and learn how each area supports the overall aircraft maintenance process.

Core Training

Interns will receive training and hands-on exposure in:

Safety & Compliance

• FAA Part 145 and company requirements
• Safety, human factors, and FOD prevention
• Quality, documentation, and traceability

MRO Operations

• Aircraft maintenance and repair processes
• Work orders and technical documentation
• Inspection and quality processes
• Production planning and workflow
• Parts and material coordination
• Turnaround time and operational priorities

Systems & Tools

• Microsoft Office
• Technical publications and maintenance records
• Department-specific tools and equipment

Department Rotations

Interns may rotate through:

• Paint Shop
• Back Shop
• Aircraft Mechanics
• Sheet Metal

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Student currently enrolled in ESCC with A license or more or graduated no later than 2 years from internship start date.
• 0-1 years of rotor-wing aircraft maintenance experience.
• Experience on UH-60 and/or UH-1 platforms strongly preferred (military or civilian).
• Critical thinking and problem-solving
• Collaboration and interpersonal skills
• Time management and task prioritization
• Ability to work as a team

Compensated at $17/hr, non-benefits eligible (NO PTO, Holiday, Other Company Benefits).

• Must be able to work a set schedule of 7:00am-2:00p, less than 30 hours per week.
• Program start date is first week in May 2027
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to stand, kneel, bend, and reach for extended periods.
• Visual acuity to detect cracks, corrosion, or wear
• Manual dexterity for operating tools and equipment
• Must pass an initial and reoccurring fit for duty exam