Last week, AJAC attending PNAA's "Women in Aerospace" conference. The theme “Rising Together” couldn’t be more fitting. It was energizing to hear from so many voices—and to be reminded that when we lift each other up, we all rise.

Big thanks to our instructors Troy and Jason for lending a hand (and a forklift!) to offload a brand new mill at the Lacey Makerspace yesterday! Mills are essential for teaching machining like cutting, drilling, and shaping metal parts—core techniques used in manufacturing.

Erin and Makeba have officially taken AJAC on the road—destination: Coeur d'Alene! They’re at the I-90 Aerospace + Corridor Conference today. Planes, partnerships, and potential apprentices—what more could you want? #i90aerospacecorridor

Our #CountdownToCommencement kicks off today! Shoutout to our graduation Supporting Sponsor — Pathfinder Manufacturing! Since 2015, they’ve enrolled 19 apprentices in AJAC programs like machining, logistics, operations & more!

Our #CountdownToCommencement keeps rolling! Today we’re spotlighting our incredible partner and PhotoBooth Sponsor, Toolcraft Inc. Since 2015, Toolcraft has championed workforce development by enrolling 19 apprentices across our machinist, logistics, operations, and more!

Before we toss the caps on Friday, we’re tipping our hats to New Tech Industries in Mukilteo! Since 2015, they’ve helped 10 AJAC apprentices sharpen their skills in CNC programming, maintenance, machining—and more to come!

One day 'til graduation! Before we cue the pomp and circumstance, we’re giving a big shoutout to our Title Sponsor—Hexcel! Headquartered in Kent, WA, Hexcel has been part of the AJAC family since 2014, training up 12 apprentices in maintenance, operations, and tool & die!

Tonight’s the night! 70 apprentices will graduate at The Museum of Flight after logging 338,000 OJT hours + earning 2,725 college credits! Huge thanks to our Title Sponsor, Top Drawer Media—Spokane’s go-to for aerospace marketing & publishing. youtu.be/2Xuq5GQgkmI?si…

Meet Zacc Fairbairn—manager, mentor, and proud graduate of AJAC’s Operations Specialist apprenticeship. He didn’t build rockets. He didn’t machine metal. He built people. Apprenticeships aren’t just for aerospace—they’re for anyone ready to lead: youtu.be/zIkOZLc2380

The trades aren’t a backup plan—they’re a launchpad. Meet Isaac and Chase—two Elma High School students who graduated not only with their diplomas, but as journey-level workers in AJAC’s Automation Technician Youth Apprenticeship. Before turning 18. youtu.be/-qw4oSWJHc8?si…

56 students just graduated from AJAC’s Manufacturing Academy this spring! Over 10 weeks, they gained hands-on skills + industry certs to launch careers in advanced manufacturing — at no cost. Next up: connecting with 300+ employers + starting their apprenticeship journey.

Huge thanks to Eagle Machine and Yakima Machine for giving our Manufacturing Academy students a behind-the-scenes look at real-world manufacturing! Classroom learning is important — but nothing beats seeing the shop floor in action.

Once an apprentice, now a workforce wizard. As a former AJAC apprentice, Makeba gets it — and now she’s helping local manufacturers level up their teams: ajactraining.org/blog/makeba-pr… Central Washington folks, you’re in good hands.

Last week, AJAC brought together our Youth Apprenticeship instructors from across Washington State for two full days of hands-on learning, collaboration, and CNC-powered creativity at our Yakima Training Center!

Skilled help isn’t extinct. You just have to grow it. In the latest issue of NW Aerospace News Magazine, AJAC explores how companies across Washington State are shifting from talent acquisition to talent development through registered apprenticeship. 👉 joom.ag/7twd/p46

Ready to launch your career in manufacturing? ✅ Earn a paycheck from day one, no student debt. ✅ Train hands-on with industry pros. ✅ Graduate with credentials employers trust. ✅ Build a pathway to growth in high-demand careers. ajactraining.org/programs/how-a…