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December 30, 2021
Jason Petrait is the new executive director of the statewide Center of Excellence for Aerospace & Advanced Manufacturing at Everett Community College. Petrait, who has worked in education and workforce development for more than a decade, will lead the Center of Excellence in its work as a liaison between industry, Washington state's 34 community and technical colleges, and economic and workforce development systems. In his most recent role as director of funding & strategic partnerships at the Workforce Development Council of Seattle-King County, Petrait oversaw private grants focused on manufacturing sector strategies, aerospace apprenticeship and workforce policy. Previously Petrait served as director of special projects at South Seattle College. Over six years at the college, he managed programs and partnerships, including a 1-year machining certificate with Shoreline Community College, manufacturing pre-apprenticeships and federal, state and local grants.