Embraer has launched a training program for aviation mechanics in its home country of Brazil. This system, titled Guiding and Inspiring Future Technicians (or GIFT), recently welcomed its inaugural class of twenty-two students in Sorocaba. Designed to coach latest aviation mechanics, the three-year course may also have in-venue learning classes in partnership with Athon College and aviation school EWM.
EWM can be overseeing the course structure with a curriculum that follows National Civil Aviation Agency guidelines.
“It’s great to see interest on this profession growing as Brazil is a rustic with a strong aerospace industry and talented aeronautical professionals,” stated Everton Vicente, director of maintenance and FBO at Embraer Services & Support, who noted that this system has attracted a whole lot of interest from professionals within the sector. “The high variety of applicants demonstrates the exciting potential for growth on this field, especially in Sorocaba, which has established itself as one in all Brazil’s major aeronautical maintenance clusters.”
Founded by the Brazilian government in 1969 with an initial deal with aircraft production for the Brazilian military, Embraer expanded production within the Nineteen Eighties to incorporate commuter and regional airliners. Following privatization in 1994, the airframer added larger airliners and business jets to its portfolio.
“For over 20 years, Embraer has carried out several initiatives of coaching for qualifying professionals within the aeronautical sector, similar to the Engineering Specialization Program and the Software Specialization Program,” added Carlos Naufel, president and CEO of Embraer Services & Support. “The GIFT course is one other step forward for strengthening our approach to supply opportunities and advanced knowledge in a strategic area for our country.”