High Road Training
Partnership for Aerospace, Defense & Advanced Manufacturing
Program Overview
With a shortage of skilled Industrial Machinery Technicians in aerospace and defense, Río Hondo College District in partnership with Río Hondo America’s Job Center of California and LeFiell Manufacturing Co. will train 40 new and current workers through a fully in-person, no-cost, stipend supported program. Participants will gain hands-on experience in advanced manufacturing to meet critical industry needs.
Application Deadline: Monday, October 23, 2025
Program Start Date: Monday, October 20, 2025 (1st Cohort)
Program Start Date: Monday, October 24, 2025 (2nd Cohort)
Training Model
- 29-Unit Automation/Mechatronics pre-apprenticeship program
- 8-Week sessions
- Fall 2025, Winter 2026, Spring 2026, and Summer 2026
- Monday to Friday
- Aligned with Río Hondo's Engineering Technology Associates Degree
- Gain skills in:
- PCL Diagnostics
- Robotics
- Fluid Systems
- Predictive Maintenance
Benefits
WEEKLY STIPEND
TRANSIT PASSES
CHILDCARE VOUCHERS
BILINGUAL INSTRUCTION
HANDS-ON TRAINING
STARTING WAGE ~$33/H
Who should apply?
All are welcome to apply. We strongly encourage women, veterans, first-generation college students, BIPOC candidates, and individuals from historically underrepresented groups to join. No prior experience is required.
What is the next step?
Interested? Fill out our quick form for program info, upcoming sessions, and application details to start your path towards a high-demand aerospace career.
