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Lycoming Engines
- Industry
- Aviation
- Automated Manufacturing & Machining
- Welding
Lycoming Engines specializes in engineering, manufacturing, servicing, and supporting propulsion solutions in general aviation, unmanned air and land, and specialized services. Lycoming's piston engines power more than half of the world's general aviation fleet—both rotary-wing and fixed-wing. Lycoming also provides engines for military training schools and other specialized applications. Lycoming Engines is an operating division of Avco Corporation.
Lycoming Engines and Penn College both call Williamsport home and share a long history of supporting each other’s goals.
Industry Partnerships: Q&A with Lycoming Engines
HOW HAS ENROLLING AS A CORPORATE TOMORROW MAKER ENHANCED YOUR PARTNERSHIP WITH PENN COLLEGE?
By learning how to operate the same machines that Lycoming uses on a day-to-day basis, Penn College graduates enter our workforce with an established knowledge of how to operate our machinery. While this provides Penn College graduates with the opportunity to transition to a job that they are already familiar with, it also provides Lycoming with the opportunity to drive faster employee growth and advancement.WHAT QUALITIES OF PENN COLLEGE STUDENTS MAKE THEM STAND OUT FOR YOUR OPERATIONS?
Lycoming participates in program advisory committees to help ensure students are learning the skills we believe are required in our industry. Penn College alumni come to Lycoming with the training and experience needed to start working on day one. In a manufacturing environment, productivity is a priority; by having a new employee that is knowledgeable and ready to work, they become an important asset the day they are hired.
WHAT ASPECTS OF YOUR COMPANY ATTRACT OUR STUDENTS AND FUTURE STUDENTS TO JOIN YOUR OPERATION?
Lycoming Engines builds exciting products, aircraft engines; and we build them using modern equipment and processes. This, coupled with a competitive salary and benefits package, make Lycoming Engines a very attractive employer for Penn College graduates. We are proud to say that over 50% of Lycoming employees are Penn College alumni.
WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU SHARE WITH HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS (AND PARENTS) WHO ARE CONSIDERING PENN COLLEGE?
A hands-on trade should not be seen as inferior to an academic degree. Hands-on trades, like welding, machining, and mechanics have been overlooked by students for decades. Because of this, there is a huge void of talent in the industry. With Penn College, you have an almost endless amount of choices in different industries. You can choose to be part of an industry that is exciting to you and you can make a good living while doing it.
WHAT PROFESSIONAL ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE PENN COLLEGE STUDENTS TO BEST PREPARE THEM TO JOIN YOUR TEAM?
Make the most of your college experience; participate in as many opportunities as you can. Stay professional in everything you do and take your education seriously. By presenting yourself as a professional and driven individual, you will get the first pick of the best opportunities.Industry Connections:
"Lycoming Engines is only as strong as its community. Through partnerships, such as the Penn College Corporate Tomorrow Maker Program, we are ensuring a skilled workforce and continuous development for our team members to power today and tomorrow.”
Shannon Massey
Senior Vice President & General Manager
Fueling a future of possibilities
Penn College's strong corporate partnerships impact every step of the student journey–from scholarships and equipment donations to internships and employment opportunities.
Penn College Scholarships: Lycoming Engines Scholarship
Industry Partnerships:
Penn College students team with Lycoming Engines for project
April 25, 2024
Lycoming Engines recently employed the talents of Penn College students for a project that will have lasting benefits for the renowned company. As part of a…
Alumni deliver resonant pin-drop moment
August 17, 2023
Four Penn College alumni who work at Lycoming Engines' Williamsport headquarters made a surprise visit to campus Thursday morning to share their company’s…
Penn College honors active alumna as Volunteer of the Year
August 05, 2023
Pennsylvania College of Technology presented Whitnie-Rae Mays with the Alumni Volunteer of the Year Award at its Summer 2023 Commencement ceremony, held Aug. 5…
Lycoming Engines’ gift supports Penn College Baja SAE team
July 18, 2022
Lycoming Engines, a longtime corporate partner of Pennsylvania College of Technology, has made a gift to help the college’s Baja SAE team purchase an enclosed…
Gift From Lycoming Engines Boosts College’s Aviation Instruction
June 04, 2018
Longtime Pennsylvania College of Technology partner Lycoming Engines has donated 15 aircraft engines to be used for instructional purposes in the college’s…
Programs:
Aviation
With three degree options to choose from, access to specialized learning labs, and expert faculty leading the way, Penn College is the place to set your future in motion.
Automated Manufacturing & Machining
Hone the technical skills you need to be a part of a rapidly growing career field.
Welding & Metal Fabrication
Perfect your skills in our newly expanded 55,000-square-foot lab.