Aviation & Engineering
Take off to Career Heights
With Florida’s Space Coast just to the north, it’s no wonder aviation & engineering are such well-established and growing industries on the Treasure Coast. The largest manufacturer in the region, Piper Aircraft Inc., has been building training aircraft for decades. Plus One Air is always looking for skilled pilots, mechanics, dispatchers and sales people. And if you’re looking to grow a career in aviation, Aviator College in Fort Pierce offers a commercial pilot program, an aviation maintenance program, and several degreed programs designed for a variety of flight-related careers. Skyborne Airline Academy at Vero Beach Regional Airport has partnered with Delta to provide the Propel Flight Academy – An accelerated training pathway to becoming a First Officer with Delta.
Treasure Coast Careers
CareerSource Research Coast is a state-sponsored, full-service employment center that connects you to hundreds of career and networking opportunities throughout the Treasure Coast.
- Aviation Manufacturers & Engineers
- Pilot Schools
- Airports & FBOs
Prevailing Winds for Engineering Jobs
From established manufacturers like Triumph Aerospace Structures and Piper Aircraft Inc. to budding recertification and parts distributors like TrueAero, the Treasure Coast is truly a place to kick your aviation career in gear. Triumph Aerospace Structures assembles parts for Boeing jets in Stuart, Florida — including wings, doors and components of the center sections while Piper builds aircraft trainers and gives back to local communities through organizations like Relay for Life.
Earn Your Wings on the Treasure Coast
Whether you attend Aviator College’s commercial pilot program in Fort Pierce or check into SkyBlue Flight Academy in Stuart, your career as an aviation professional will be off the ground in no time. Additionally, Treasure Coast Flight Training offers easily convertible pilot licenses for international students. Skyborne Airline Academy in Vero Beach has partnered with United Airlines and Delta to provide accelerated pilot training.
Reverse Thrust and Land a Career
If you’re ready to put out the landing gear, the Treasure Coast is ideal for a career working in one of the region’s local airports. The three largest aviation facilities in the region — Treasure Coast International Airport, Vero Beach Regional Airport and Martin County’s Witham Field create a trifecta of opportunity. Several FBOs are also in the area, including Plus One Air in Fort Pierce. Several FBOs are also in the area, including Plus One Air in Fort Pierce and Sun Aviation in Vero Beach.
The City of Sebastian Municipal Airport, in northern Indian River County, calls itself a “boutique” airport, primarily catering to private aircraft. It is home to Whelen Aerospace Technologies, a manufacturer of after-market aircraft lighting accessories, and Skydive Sebastian.