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Third SMCC interview posted today. Thank you so much to all of you past ‘Perishers’ for your submissions. Please keep them coming, you are crucial to sharing the lessons available on the course and encouraging others to follow in your footsteps. SMCC is ‘doable’ if you learn the lessons that will be available to you in your career as a Warfare Officer sooner than you may think. If you are a Warfare Officer, you’re already on an exciting apprenticeship to command. If you want to be one, or manage someone who does, get in touch. 10 seconds to realise you’ve got 10 seconds to let the periscope window clear, know what you’re looking at, make a decision, get the boat going in the right direction, give the right order, start the right stop watch and get the team with you. By this point it’s too late and the decision needed to be made 10 seconds ago. It’s not all about moments like this but they happen and how you prepare now, determines how much of that ten seconds you get that aren’t fogged out by stressful cognition.

After National Apprenticeship Week and the announcement of the launch of the BAE Systems Space Engineering degree apprenticeship at the University of Portsmouth, the topic of the #space sector skills gap has been on a lot of people's minds. The D Group has released a paper 'It's Not Rocket Science' highlighting degree apprenticeships as one of the solutions. Read the full paper here: https://bit.ly/3SZCZ1K #space #spaceindustry #skillsgap #spaceskills #ukspace #ukspacecluster #spaceclusteruk

AIRTEC attended The Patuxent Partnership (TPP) Defense Summit this week. It was another great local opportunity to support the important mission of TPP and engage with leaders in government and partners in the defense contracting industry. We often forget in the day-to-day grind and hustle why we do what we do but this was a great reminder of the big picture and the imminent threats that could be around the corner and why we must continue to work together and work through contracting, procurement, logistics, and budget challenges to be ready to protect the freedom we all enjoy. TPP is a non-profit member organization that works with government, industry, and academia to advance education through STEM-based initiatives, advance technology through events, and advance science and technology through the exchange of ideas, information, and data. TPP is a vital component of fostering workforce development. AIRTEC has been a member since 2019 and participates in their Southern Maryland 2030 Workforce Development Program which provides paid internship and apprenticeship opportunities in the area. This collaborative effort is with the Naval Air Warfare Center Aviation Division (NAWCAD), the Southern Maryland Navy Alliance, and many educational partners including local colleges and schools, as well as industry. We look forward to having talented students from this internship program join us in Summer 2024! Located in the AeroPark Innovation District at the St. Mary's Airport, a few miles from the Patuxent River Naval Air Station, AIRTEC has been supporting the critical missions of customers for more than 30 years. We look forward to continuing to support TPP as an important organization that helps promote collaboration, learning, and networking to help grow the economy in the community and worldwide! #ThePatuxentPartnershipDefenseSummit #NavyLeadership #EconomicGrowth #AIRTEC #SouthernMaryland #AviationLeader #AirborneSolutions #CommunityBusinessConnections #GlobalMission

Projects with real relevance.

The National Science Foundation (NSF) #CyberCorps Scholarship for Service Conference in Washington D.C. united over a thousand scholarship students, faculty program leads, and a hundred Federal Agencies and Exhibitors. Beyond a typical conference, it's a gathering ripe with possibilities. On day one, our seven scholarship recipients clinched five internships and a full-time job offer, setting the stage for what we expect to be a perfect 7 for 7 by the conference's end. #strategicpartnerships , like the one between colleges and businesses, agencies, or communities, create mutually beneficial relationships fostering educational excellence, promoting innovation, and building a #talentpipeline for current and future #workforce needs. If you're interested in exploring such a partnership, connect with proven partners like Sam Houston State University. Let's start a conversation. #communityengagement USAID National Security Agency U.S. Department of State U.S. Department of the Interior Federal Protective Services (FPS) U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Quanta Services, Inc.ThermOmegaTech, Inc.HENSEL PHELPS Woodforest National Bank SWBC GORDY OIL COMPANY ExxonMobil U.S. Cyber Command United States Air Force Chad Hargrave Matt Bethea

Exciting news! Celebrating our partnership with Thales - Together we're paving the way for T Level Placements - Bridging education and industry for an empowered workforce! Find out more via their post below. #TLevelThursday #TLevels #Engineering #EngineeringandManufacturing #Manufacturing

?? BAE Systems and University of Portsmouth Launch UK’s First Space Engineering Degree Apprenticeship... BAE Systems and the University of Portsmouth launch the UK's inaugural degree apprenticeship in space engineering. This innovative program promises to blend academic excellence with hands-on experience, preparing the next wave of talent for the rapidly expanding space sector. Key Highlights: ??Immersive Learning: Participants will dive deep into space science and mission design at BAE Systems’ Alton and Guildford sites. ??Project Azalea: Apprentices will contribute to the launch of a cutting-edge satellite cluster, enhancing national security with real-time intelligence. ??Industry-Academia Partnership: Developed with insights from government, space leaders, and educational institutes, this program is a testament to the power of collaboration. ??Deadline for Applications: February 28, 2024. ??? Doug Liddle of BAE Systems highlighted the program's role in bridging the skills gap in the space sector, while Prof. Djamel Ait-Boudaoud from the University of Portsmouth emphasized the importance of aligning academia and industry to advance space technology education. "The sky is no longer the limit." This initiative not only addresses the current skills shortage but also positions the UK as a leading force in space science and technology. How do you see this program help shape the future of space engineering and the UK's role in the global space industry? https://lnkd.in/eYyriDiF #SpaceEngineering #STEMEducation #Innovation #FutureLeaders

We have been planning the launch of this apprenticeship for some time (no pun intended). We are keen to get as much employer engagement and buy in as possible for this programme. If you are interested in learning more, or think that you would like to place someone on this apprenticeship please get in touch. See also the quick read article (below). #space #spaceengineering #degreeapprenticeships #learninganddevelopment

Happy Friday, Team! Many transitioning military members have asked me what strategies have worked for me outside the traditional norms. As a Cohort member of PreVeteran, we have found that the Military Transition 1.0 Model doesn’t set you up for post-military success. Most transition activities occur in the last 12 months of service, which is problematic because the service member's workload triples during this time. Military members tend to prioritize the 1X and 2X activities and delay the more complicated and unfamiliar 3X activities. Consequently, they enter SkillBridge internships and higher education institutions sub-optimally prepared. The bottom line is that the Military Transition 1.0 model doesn’t work for the military member, employer, or higher ed institution. Learn more: https://preveteran.com *AFSA members can attend for free* #MilitaryTransition #VeteranSuccess #PreVeteran #SkillBridge #HigherEducation #CareerTransition #VeteranSupport

It is essential to maintain a humble attitude, especially in environments such as an internship. Showing initiative from humility allows us to approach those with more experience, which is always beneficial in any work context. In a work environment, which tends to be conservative out of necessity, understanding the reason behind this conservatism is the first step. In the specific case of the naval world, the need to build means that will withstand one of the most hostile elements of our planet, the sea, justifies the conservative attitude where well-founded and tested changes are valued. Therefore, it is crucial to empathize with the environment, be receptive to opinions, show an entrepreneurial spirit, and a genuine thirst for learning and contribution. In this way, you are likely to find someone willing to guide you. And when that happens, it is important to be noble, respectful, and understanding, especially when thoughts driven by pride arise, such as the belief that a superior is wrong. Understanding these principles will make your journey in the naval world enriching, full of pleasant memories in the future. Riccardo Peirano