The ISAE Group has taken another step forward by welcomingENSPIMA (École Nationale Supérieure pour la Performance Industrielle et la Maintenance Aéronautique) as apartner school. This integration, formalised by the signing on 11 February 2026 of an agreement between Loïc Lavigne, Director of ENSPIMA, and Marie-Hélène Baroux, Director General of ISAE-SUPAERO, strengthens the group's expertise in the strategic field of civil and military aircraft maintenance.
Working together for aerospace excellence
ENSPIMA, based in Bordeaux, is joining our network of nine engineering schools specialising in aeronautics and space. This move will broaden and diversify the Group’s offering, adding to the expertise already available in civil and military aircraft maintenance. This maintenance dimension is essential to ensure the reliability and availability of aircraft for airlines and armed forces.
Marie-Hélène Baroux, President of the ISAE Group, commented:
“This collaboration strengthens our centre of excellence in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, a key region for the aeronautics industry. The integration of ENSPIMA, renowned for its maintenance expertise, will boost our network and meet the challenges of aircraft reliability and availability.
ENSPIMA: an engineering school at the heart of industrial challenges
Created in 2019, ENSPIMA trains engineers capable of designing and optimising maintenance methods for the civil and military sectors. Located at the foot of the runways at Mérignac airport, the school benefits from a unique environment, with exceptional teaching resources, including six aircraft (four aeroplanes and two helicopters).
Loïc Lavigne, President of ENSPIMA, commented:
“Joining the ISAE Group is a major step forward for our school. It will enable us to raise our profile and make an active contribution to training engineers of excellence, ready to meet the technological challenges of tomorrow.
A stronger network for the future of aerospace
With this membership, the ISAE Group confirms its position as a world benchmark in aerospace engineering training. ENSPIMA’s students and researchers will now benefit from increased international exposure, as well as enhanced opportunities with industrial and institutional players in the sector.
About the ISAE Group
The ISAE Group brings together engineering schools specialising in aeronautics and space, offering a complete range of courses (engineers, masters, specialised masters, doctorates). With 5,500 students and 2,000 graduates a year, it is a unique source of talent for the aerospace industry.
About ENSPIMA
ENSPIMA trains engineers in aeronautical maintenance and industrial performance, in partnership with the University of Bordeaux. Its innovative approach and local roots make it a key player in the industry.
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