The Academy of Advanced Manufacturing (AAM) is a FREE (NO G.I BILL REQUIRED) training program for U.S. veterans with an Honorable Discharge and transitioning service members.

As an AAM trainee, you'll participate in a full-time training program focused on building your technical knowledge and confidence working with industrial equipment and automation systems.

In addition to the training, you'll have the opportunity to connect with manufacturing companies that partner with the program and are actively looking to hire AAM graduates, for roles such as Automation Technician, Controls Technician, Electromechanical technician, (among others).

The goal is to help you transition into a full-time career in the manufacturing and automation industry after graduation.

Program benefits:

**Program Cost: **100% free to US Military Veterans and transitioning Service Members + (All the expenses covered for free while training).
Housing Location: Cambria Hotel (Downtown Milwaukee). Private hotel room accommodation completely free.
Training Wage: $12/hour.
**Meals: **Lunch vouchers + $170 weekly per diem.
Equipment and tools provided.
Transportation: Shuttle service provided to and from training Monday–Friday.
**Career placement: **You will be connected with Rockwell's partner companies interested in AAM graduates for automation and advance manufacturing roles.

Training Schedule & Structure

Training Location: Rockwell Automation Global Headquarters, Milwaukee, WI
Program Duration: 11 weeks
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Includes a one‑hour lunch break
Training Mix:
70% hands‑on learning in advanced lab using training stations and scenario‑based exercises
30% classroom instruction focused on foundational concepts

Technical Curriculum

Trainees complete coursework aligned to the following modules:

Industrial Automation Principles
Logix Foundation
Logix Troubleshooting
EOI Maintenance
Industrial Controls Network
Instrumentation
Motor Control
Variable Frequency Drives

Tools & Technologies Used

Trainees work with modern industrial technology and training equipment, including:

Basic hand tools and electrical tools (e.g., wiring tools, multimeters)
Industrial controllers
Human‑machine interfaces (HMIs)
Low‑voltage motors
Variable frequency drives (VFDs)
Instrumentation devices
Industrial network equipment
Company-Issued computer preloaded with training software

Basic Qualifications:

U.S. military veteran or transitioning service member with favorable standing or discharge (e.g., Honorable or General under Honorable Conditions)
Must provide a DD-214 to verify military service and discharge status
Willingness and ability to relocate anywhere in the U.S. for job placement with program-affiliated manufacturing partners
Must possess technical experience from either time in service or civilian career

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working with 3-phase power systems
Industrial electrical experience with medium to high voltage systems (typically 208v, 240v, 277v, 480v, and above)
Industrial systems/equipment troubleshooting and maintenance experience
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated ability to learn new technical concepts
Strong computer skills

Work Location: In person

You should be proficient in:

High Voltage Systems
Electrical
Industrial
Industrial maintenance
Veteran
Military background

Machines & technologies you'll use:

Industrial
manufacturing