Aerospace
Discover aerospace leadership with MTSU's Maintenance Management concentration.
Aerospace, Maintenance Management Concentration, B.S.
MTSU's Maintenance Management concentration prepares students to become the leaders of the next generation of aircraft professionals by developing the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary for successful careers.
This concentration offers preparation for students wishing to enter the aviation maintenance field as maintenance technicians or as entry-level managers at aircraft repair stations or other types of operations involving aircraft manufacturing, maintenance, or modification. Students learn about related components and materials, including modern composites, and the proper repair and inspection of those materials. The program stresses the fundamental skills needed in aircraft maintenance and repair, together with management skills. MTSU is an approved Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) FAR Part 147 maintenance technician school for airframe and powerplant mechanics (A&P).
If you live in one of these states: AL AR DE KY MD MS SC VA WV; you may be able to attend MTSU at in-state rates under the Academic Common Market program.
News Briefs
MTSU Aerospace returns home after navigating EAA AirVenture aviation showcase
OSHKOSH, Wis. — Middle Tennessee State University’s Department of Aerospace wrapped up Sunday a weeklong opportunity at the massive 2025 EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, representing the university at the world’s largest aviation experience and spending time with industry leaders and prospective employers. Held July 21-27, the event attracted almost 700,000 people and 10,000-plus aircraft. MTSU, a mainstay [ Read More ]
MTSU, Bahamas sign pact opening student pipeline to Blue Raider Aerospace program [+VIDEO]
Middle Tennessee State University and the Commonwealth of The Bahamas have signed an agreement that will foster academic ties and collaboration between the country’s aviation ministry and MTSU’s Department of Aerospace.[ Read More ]
News Briefs
MTSU Aerospace returns home after navigating EAA AirVenture aviation showcase
OSHKOSH, Wis. — Middle Tennessee State University’s Department of Aerospace wrapped up Sunday a weeklong opportunity at the massive 2025 EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, representing the university at the world’s largest aviation experience and spending time with industry leaders and prospective employers. Held July 21-27, the event attracted almost 700,000 people and 10,000-plus aircraft. MTSU, a mainstay [ Read More ]
MTSU, Bahamas sign pact opening student pipeline to Blue Raider Aerospace program [+VIDEO]
Middle Tennessee State University and the Commonwealth of The Bahamas have signed an agreement that will foster academic ties and collaboration between the country’s aviation ministry and MTSU’s Department of Aerospace.[ Read More ]
Aerospace, Maintenance Management Concentration, B.S.
Employers the world over recognize MTSU's Maintenance Management concentration under the Aerospace major as an elite program that produces the highest caliber graduates. While graduates' career trajectory is likely to include management level positions in aviation maintenance, examples of entry-level maintenance technician career options include:
- Air carrier maintenance
- Corporate aircraft operator maintenance
- Technician at aircraft manufacturer
- Technician at aircraft repair stations
Employers of MTSU Maintenance Management alumni include the following:
- American Airlines — Fort Worth, TX
- American Eagle Airlines — Fort Worth, TX
- Corporate Flight Management — Smyrna, TN
- Delta Airlines — Atlanta, GA
- Federal Aviation Administration
- FedEx Express — Memphis, TN
- Middle Tennessee State University — Murfreesboro, TN
- Republic Airways — Indianapolis, IN
- Southwest Airlines — Dallas, TX
- Tennessee Division of Aeronautics — Nashville, TN
- United Airlines — Chicago, IL
- United Parcel Service (UPS) — Atlanta, GA
- United States Air Force
- United States Army
- United States Coast Guard
- United States Department of Transportation
- United States Marine Corps
- United States Navy
MTSU’s Career Development Center
MTSU offers a comprehensive Career Development Center that serves students throughout the full student experience and beyond. They collaborate with faculty and staff to equip students with the tools to be marketable to the world of work and continuing education.
Students can schedule an appointment or check online resources and job boards at mtsu.edu/career.
Students can find current internship opportunities by talking to faculty and visiting the University job and internship board called Handshake.
Wondering what you can do with your major? Check out our What Can I Do with A Major In guides.
Professional Licensure Disclosure
The Bachelor of Science in Aerospace, Maintenance Management (BS Aerospace, Maintenance Management) in the College of Basic and Applied Sciences is accredited by the Aviation Accreditation Board International (AABI) and is an approved Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) 14 CFR Part 147 Maintenance Technician school. Admission to the BS Aerospace, Maintenance Management does not guarantee that students will earn FAA Airframe and Powerplant certification, which is required for successful completion of the 120-hour program.
FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certification is a federally established license. The BS Aerospace, Maintenance Management disclosure provided on MTSU’s professional licensure disclosure website indicates the states and territories where MTSU has determined, through reasonable and good faith effort, that the program does or does not meet the educational requirements for other US states and territories. Certification requirements may include additional and recurring requirements, such as an application, supervision, examinations, continuing education, fees, fingerprinting, a background check, etc. MTSU strongly recommends that prospective and current students discuss their plans with an advisor to ensure they have the most up-to-date information and guidance regarding licensure requirements.
For additional information about the Department, including information on scholarships specific to Aerospace students, please visit the Aerospace Department.
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