SAESL positions for growth through four strategic talent and technology partnerships

"Singapore's aerospace industry will continue to depend on a strong pipeline of skilled local talent and continued development of advanced technologies. Through these partnerships, we are creating more opportunities for young talent to gain direct experience in aerospace MRO and build meaningful long-term careers in the sector. Our partnership with A*STAR ARTC will complement these efforts by advancing the technologies and capabilities needed to support the growing global demand for MRO. These initiatives strengthen the foundation for the next generation of aerospace professionals while supporting the long-term growth of SAESL and reinforcing Singapore's position as a leading global aerospace hub."

"SAESL's commitment to offer 30 Work-Study Diploma placements in 2027 marks the start of a longer-term partnership to develop aerospace talent. Through this partnership, our students will gain valuable workplace learning and career opportunities, with scholarships among the initiatives that will be introduced over time. Closer industry collaboration and staff attachments will also strengthen our training and help ensure that our curriculum remains aligned with evolving industry needs."

"Technology will transform aerospace, but people will define its future. As MRO becomes more advanced and data-driven, we need a workforce that is adaptive, digitally fluent and grounded in strong engineering fundamentals. At Temasek Polytechnic, we see education and workforce development as one continuum — from early industry exposure to lifelong upskilling. Through our partnership with SAESL, we are bringing education and industry closer together to anticipate future capabilities and prepare people to thrive alongside emerging technologies. Together, we are not just preparing for the future of aerospace; we are helping to create it."

"Through this collaboration with SAESL, learners will benefit from industry exposure, hands-on learning opportunities and closer integration between classroom learning and workplace practice. Leveraging RP's applied learning approach, aerospace capabilities and the RP Aerospace Hub's industry-relevant training environment, we aim to equip both students and working professionals with the technical expertise, adaptability and future-ready skills needed to support the evolving needs of the aerospace and MRO sector. We look forward to creating meaningful pathways with SAESL to support skill development, career progression and long-term growth within Singapore's aerospace ecosystem."

"For over a decade, SAESL and A*STAR ARTC have demonstrated how applied innovation can create real industrial impact. This new five-year collaboration reflects our shared commitment to accelerate the deployment of next- generation MRO technologies, strengthen workforce capabilities, and advance Singapore’s aerospace ecosystem. Together, we look forward to working alongside SAESL to help establish Singapore as a global benchmark for innovation-driven industrial excellence."