"Acutec's partnership with Penn College is important because they prepare students for the workforce by training them in technical skills that are critical to their future career paths."
Acutec Precision Aerospace, Inc.
- Industry
- Automated Manufacturing & Machining
- Aviation
- Civil Engineering
- Engineering Technologies
- Information Technology
Acutec Precision Aerospace, Inc. is an award-winning, employee-owned, woman-led aerospace manufacturer providing critical components for the aviation industry.
Industry Partnerships
Q&A with Acutec Precision Aerospace, Inc.
WHAT EXCITES YOU ABOUT THE INDUSTRY YOU SERVE?
The aerospace industry is constantly striving for advances in automation operations, high speed mobility, and cost-effective missions. The stakes are high when we are talking about flight-critical aerospace components, making the work done extremely imperative and meaningful. It is a robust industry that is ever-growing and has no signs of slowing down.
WHAT DO YOU APPRECIATE MOST ABOUT YOUR COMPANY'S CULTURE/MISSION?
Acutec is an employee-owned organization that is striving to be the most respected partner in the aerospace industry. Being an employee-owned company represents what Acutec is all about–the people and making sure they know their work is valued. Our people are the driving force of our organization. They wake up each morning working to be better than yesterday.
HOW DID YOUR COMPANY FIRST CONNECT WITH PENN COLLEGE?
We connected with Penn College because of their strong reputation through Pennsylvania and their strong machining program.
WHY DO YOU BELIEVE PENN COLLEGE IS A SOUND INVESTMENT? WHAT HAS BEEN YOUR RETURN?
We have been fortunate in securing multiple interns from Penn College. These individuals have been of high standard and performed exceptional work reaffirming our belief that Penn College is a sound investment.
WHAT QUALITIES DO YOU VALUE MOST WHEN RECRUITING PENN COLLEGE STUDENTS & ALUMNI?
Acutec values those with a strong work ethic who strive to demonstrate a can-do attitude, embrace change, and recognize adversity as an opportunity. Acutec recognizes that we are always in competition with the world. We look for people who are willing to take on more, take ownership for their actions, take initiative, and lead others to go above and beyond in order to keep Acutec a competitive contender in the industry.
WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU SHARE WITH HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS (AND PARENTS) WHO ARE CONSIDERING PENN COLLEGE?
The manufacturing trade needs skilled workers. If you are willing to put in the effort, Penn College would be a great place to obtain your training before entering the workforce.
Industry Connections
Natalie Ray
Recruitment Marketing Specialist
Programs
Automated Manufacturing & Machining
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Aviation
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Civil Engineering
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Information Technology
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