Financial Aid Deadlines
May 3rd, 2010
Deadlines
• First-time applicants: August 1 if you plan to enroll in business, trade or technical schools, hospital schools of nursing, or two-year non-transferable programs at other institutions.
• Renewal applicants: May 1 is the deadline to submit your renewal FAFSA. To notify PHEAA of any changes such as marital status, reduced income, medical/dental expenses, or other life events, complete the appropriate State Grant Document.
• Summer-term applicants: August 15 is the deadline for students attending classes during summer term who wish to apply for a Pennsylvania Summer State Grant.
| Posted By: | Lola Suvak |
| Date: | May 3rd, 2010 |
| Category: | New Category, PIA Info, PIA News |
| Keywords: | Aviation, Current Students, Financial Aid, Technology |
PIA 2010 Technician Job Fair: Employers Part 3
February 26th, 2010
The final two companies in attendance will be…
Sikorsky Aircraft (http://www.sacusa.com) This Sikorsky facility is based at Horseheads, NY. Here they assemble, test, and ship Blackhawk helicopters to our allies overseas. On top of that, there is some research and development happening on the military’s next generation of rotorcraft happening on sight as well.
Sierra Nevada (http://sncorp.com) Based in Hagerstown, MD, SNC is a secretive government contractor that works with the federal government on many different projects. Want more information? You better come see them in person!
Hope to see you at the 2010 job fair!
| Posted By: | Greg Null |
| Date: | February 26th, 2010 |
| Category: | Placement |
| Keywords: | Allegheny County Airport, job fair, Jobs in aviation maintenance, Placement |
Get your St. Patty's Day T-Shirt Now!
February 25th, 2010
PIA’s Bookstore is now selling PIA-Logo T-Shirts specially designed for St. Patrick’s Day. Deadline to order is March 1, 2010. Price is $8.00.
| Posted By: | Lola Suvak |
| Date: | February 25th, 2010 |
| Category: | Uncategorized |
| Keywords: | PIA, PIA T-Shirt; Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics; St. Patrick's Day T-Shirts, PIA T-Shirts, Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics, St. Patrick's Day T-Shirts |
PIA 2010 Technician Job Fair: Employers Part 2
February 23rd, 2010
A closer look at the companies who are attending our March 4 Job Fair.
Mountain State University- (http://www.mountainstate.edu) Mountain State has branched out from its home campus in West Virginia and now has a campus in Monaca, PA. PIA graduates are eligible for credits toward a bachelors degree in many different fields. Come see Betsy Kubacki for more information!
Army National Guard- (http://www.paguard.com) The PA National Guard is in need of aviation maintenance professionals to join their ranks and maintain their aircraft!
Point Park University- (http://www.pointpark.edu) Point Park accepts PIA credits that go toward engineering degrees. Thinking of continuing your education? Stop by and find out how your PIA education can drastically cut down the usual four year length of the degree.
Port Authority of Allegheny County – http://www.portauthority.org) PAT Transit is the mass transit provider for the communities in and around Pittsburgh. Positions include electronics positions, bus/light rail/funicular mechanics, and facilities positions. PAT hires in groups. They are always looking for technicians with some sort of experience, whether with aircraft, cars, or construction.
Stay tuned for tomorrow’s list!
| Posted By: | Greg Null |
| Date: | February 23rd, 2010 |
| Category: | Placement |
| Keywords: | job fair, Jobs in aviation maintenance, Placement |
PIA 2010 Technician Job Fair: Employers part 1
February 22nd, 2010
In two weeks, PIA will be hosting the 2010 Technician Job Fair at the main campus on March 4, 2010. The event will run from 10AM to 2PM and all alumni are invited to attend. Below I want tell you more about the 10 companies who are attending. Come see them in person on the 4th! Click on any one of them for more information.
1. Allegiant Air- (http://www.allegiantair.com) Allegiant is a discount airline that is based in Las Vegas, NV. The fleet consists of MD-83s and MD-87s. Maintenance bases can be found all over the western half of the US (current openings in Las Vegas, NV; Los Angeles, CA; Mesa, AZ; and Bellingham, WA.
2. Avcraft- (http://www.avcraft.com) Avcraft is a maintenance facility based at the Myrtle Beach International Airport in South Carolina. Avcraft is one of the finest suppliers and maintainers of the Dornier family of jets and turboprops. In addition to Dornier and ATR, Avcraft maintains any number of national and international corporate and regional jets.
3. Dynamic Aviation – (http://www.dynamicaviation.com) Dynamic, based in Bridgewater, VA, is a government contractor that executes many different missions for the federal government. Dynamic King Airs can be found spraying for mosquitoes after hurricanes over the Gulf Coast to military reconnaissance missions in the Middle East. Most technicians can be found in Bridgewater, but many A&Ps ride along on these international missions.
4. Lockheed Martin – (http://www.lockheedjobs.com) Lockheed Martin subsidiaries can be found all over the globe. Johnstown’s Aeroparts section will be in attendance with us. In Johnstown, military aircraft (F-16, F-22, F-35, C-130, and P-3) begin their existence, for it is here that the subassemblies begin to take shape. Lockheed has grown rapidly over the past two years and is still in need of qualified A&Ps.
More companies to come!
| Posted By: | Greg Null |
| Date: | February 22nd, 2010 |
| Category: | Placement, Uncategorized |
| Keywords: | alumni, job fair, jobs, Placement, students |
PIT and YNG campuses closed Wednesday
February 10th, 2010
Both the Pittsburgh and Youngstown campuses will be closed Wednesday, 2/10 due to inclement weather. Please watch the PIA website for more information.
| Posted By: | Greg Null |
| Date: | February 10th, 2010 |
| Category: | PIA News |
| Keywords: | weather |
Pinnacle Airlines Interviews Cancelled
February 8th, 2010
Pinnacle Airlines on-campus interviews are cancelled for Tuesday and Wednesday. The recruiters are planning on rescheduling soon.
| Posted By: | Greg Null |
| Date: | February 8th, 2010 |
| Category: | Placement |
| Keywords: | Allegheny County Airport, on-campus interviews, Placement, YNG |
Main Campus closed 2/8/10
February 7th, 2010
PIA main campus will be closed on Monday February 8, 2010 due to this weather event.
| Posted By: | Greg Null |
| Date: | February 7th, 2010 |
| Category: | PIA News, Pittsburgh Area |
| Keywords: | weather |
News From the Road: Day 5
January 25th, 2010
My last day south brought me to Columbus, MS. This is home to American Eurocopter. The majority of all medical helicopters come from this company and they are moving into into military helicopters (thanks to the Lakota and Dolphin) more and more. The facility is one of the finest I have seen: clean and orderly. The company, a subsidiary of EADS (like Airbus) takes care of its employees and is looking to expand beyond the buildings they have now. See below for application instructions.
Also in Columbus are Aurora Flight Sciences and Stark Aerospace. Both of these companies deal in the science and flight of unmanned autonomous vehicles (UAVs). These aircraft keep a vigilant watch over the land they observe, while keeping a pilot out of harm’s way. Both companies are hiring as well. Read the descriptions carefully as each requests different requirements.
All in all, it was a good (albeit tiring) trip. Companies down south are hiring and we have able students and alumni ready to relocate. If you have any questions about these companies, or would like to apply, feel free to contact me.
American Eurocopter:
Aurora Flight Sciences:
Stark Aerospace:
| Posted By: | Greg Null |
| Date: | January 25th, 2010 |
| Category: | Placement |
| Keywords: | Aviation Industry, Jobs in aviation maintenance, Placement |
News From the Road: Day 4
January 22nd, 2010
After surviving some terrible storms, Mobile is alive and well. 78 degrees and the sun is shining.
Mobile Aerospace (now ST Aerospace Mobile) was my first stop. This MRO facility is a huge and busy place. Fedex is its biggest customer and many A&Ps get their start into Fedex here. Right now, Fedex is buying 757s from airlines and converting them into freighters. Much of that work is happening here. Although the economy has been shaky this past year, ST Aerospace has had no layoffs. The work keeps flying in for this company and they are worth a look.
Teledyne Continental, one of the most popular aircraft engine makers, is right next store! Continental’s facility is compact, but busy. This company has a long history in the piston engine business and continues to be successful in their endeavors.
Although neither company is hiring at this moment, please check out their websites for employment information!
ST Aerospace Mobile:
Teledyne Continental:
Next I am headed north through Mississippi to Columbus.
| Posted By: | Greg Null |
| Date: | January 22nd, 2010 |
| Category: | Placement |
| Keywords: | Aviation Industry, Jobs in aviation maintenance, Placement |
