Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician at Gordon Cooper Technology Center in Shawnee, OK
Total Graduates
27
Class of 2024
Male Graduates
89%
24 of 27
Female Graduates
11%
3 of 27
Program Overview
Program Details
Recent Outcomes
Verified Program Outcomes
Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for Gordon Cooper Technology Center programs on the state Eligible Training Provider List. Missing values ("—") mean the state suppressed or did not report that metric — they never mean zero.
| Program | Completion rate | Employed 6 mo after exit | Employed 1 yr after exit | Median quarterly earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aviation Maintenance Technology/Aerospace Technician | 97% | 92% | 92% | $12,168 |
| Automotive Technology/Auto Service Technician | 88% | 73% | 73% | $7,800 |
| Collision Repair Technology/Collision Repair Technician | 65% | 29% | 29% | $7,348 |
| Diesel & Heavy Equip-Heavy Diesel Service Tech | 82% | 82% | 82% | $10,920 |
In the Aviation Maintenance Technology/Aerospace Technician program at Gordon Cooper Technology Center, 92% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 97% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $12,168 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Automotive Technology/Auto Service Technician program at Gordon Cooper Technology Center, 73% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 88% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $7,800 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Collision Repair Technology/Collision Repair Technician program at Gordon Cooper Technology Center, 29% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 65% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $7,348 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Diesel & Heavy Equip-Heavy Diesel Service Tech program at Gordon Cooper Technology Center, 82% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 82% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $10,920 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, WIOA participant outcomes (trainingproviderresults.gov), PY 2023.
Career Outcomes for Graduates
Primary Career Path
Average Starting Salary
$78,680
10-Year Job Growth
+4%
Career Readiness Score
Related Career Paths
| Career Title | Starting Salary | Growth Rate | Skill Match | Mapping |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians
SOC: 49-3011 | $62,944 | +4% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
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| $49,344 | -14.5% | 0%
| primary100% confidence
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Salary Progression
Starting Salary
$59,010
Peak Salary
$98,350
Total Growth
+67%
Skills You'll Gain
✓ Skills Covered in Program (10)
ℹ Career Preparation
This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.
Career Readiness Assessment
Technical Skills Alignment
Education Level Match
Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.
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