How is it structured?
The SpaceTEC® Certified Aerospace Technician™ examination process offers certification in two categories:
(1) A Core Certification for entry-level employees covering general knowledge in six areas: Introduction to Aerospace, Applied Mechanics, Basic Electricity, Test & Measurements, Materials and Processes and Aerospace Safety; and
(2) Concentration Examinations for advanced standing in one of the following three areas: Aerospace Vehicle Processing; Aerospace Manufacturing; Aerospace Composites.
What do the SpaceTEC® exams include?
The SpaceTEC® examinations are all three-part tests including: (1) a proctored computer-based written examination, (2) an oral examination (if required), and (3) a practical performance-based skills examination administered by a trained and certified SpaceTEC® Examiner (STE).
You must first pass the Core Certification Examination to become eligible to sit for one of the SpaceTEC® concentration certifications.
Do you qualify?
You must meet at least one of the following verifiable criteria to sit for the core exam:
- You have a two-year technical college program degree.
- You have completed at least a two-year technical military assignment.
- You hold a valid current FAA Airframe/Powerplant Certificate.
- You have two or more years of on the job training and experience in the Aerospace industry.
Where would I test?
Our staff will make arrangements with your closest location. The written portion of the Certification Exam can be taken anywhere there is a proctor available, such as in public libraries and military installations; the oral and practical exams are available at the following locations.
More details on the Core and each of the Concentration Examinations can be found in individual tabs under Certifications on this web site.
Register for the Core Prep Course Here Register for the Certification Exam Here
