Joseph Chagnon
Avionics Electronics Technician
DuPont,WA
Summary
Knowledgeable Avionics Electronics Technician well-versed in reading and interpreting drawings, schematics and blueprints. Ready to bring 8 years of related experience, including strong knowledge of fabricating high quality wire harnesses to the Blue Origin team as an Avionics Harnessing Technician.
Overview
2
2
years of post-secondary education
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Avionics Installer
Spencer Aircraft
Puyallup, WA
01.2021 - 09.2021
- Fabricated and installed wiring assemblies, static lines, and associated mechanical equipment.
- Read and interpreted engineering drawings and technical manuals with firm understanding of symbols, flags, and technical notes.
- Installed and routed electrical cable assemblies and performed termination processes and continuity checks.
- Diagnosed faults and developed resolution plans.
- Repaired and installed wiring, connectors, antennas, and components.
- Utilized Microsoft Office and databases for reference and documentation.
- Terminated, routed, and installed coaxial cable.
Avionics Installer
Kenmore Air Harbor
Kenmore, WA
04.2019 - 02.2020
- Performed 2,000 hours of upgrading, maintaining, inspecting, and repairing the avionics and electronics of a fleet of 25 turbine and radial engine seaplanes.
- Manufactured and repaired wire harnesses using wire strippers, soldering irons, and crimpers.
- Followed detailed manuals and diagrams to manufacture, assemble, and repair electronic and electro-mechanical assemblies and wire harnesses.
- Utilized Microsoft Office and databases for reference and documentation
- Used chemical sealants, solvents, primers, adhesives, paints, and coatings safely while wearing personal protective equipment.
- Fabricated and installed wiring assemblies, static lines, and associated mechanical equipment.
Avionics/Electronics/Armament Technician
U.S. Army
JBLM, WA
02.2013 - 04.2019
- Safely performed 8,000 hours of electronics/avionics maintenance and repair to ensure safe flight and continued operational readiness of 120 Boeing AH-64D/E Attack Helicopters
- Referenced and comprehended computer based technical manuals and accurately documented maintenance that was performed daily in a high tempo production environment.
- Installed, maintained, and repaired electrical, electro-mechanical, and hydraulic components and systems using hand tools, torque wrenches, or soldering irons.
- Set up and operated ground support and test equipment to perform functional flight tests of electrical and electronic systems.
- Inspected, routed, clamped, tied, and protected wire bundles following specific diagrams and drawings.
- Used chemical sealants, solvents, primers, adhesives, paints, and coatings safely while wearing proper personal protective equipment.
Education
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Shoreline Community College
Shoreline, WA 09.2019 - Current
Skills
ESD Process and Controls
Schematics Understanding
Wire Harness Assembly and Termination
Computer Proficiency
Microsoft Office
Testing Equipment Use
FOD Awareness and Tool Control
Soldering
Attention to Detail
Sheet Metal Fabrication
Timeline
Avionics Installer
Spencer Aircraft
01.2021 - 09.2021
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Shoreline Community College
09.2019 - Current
Avionics Installer
Kenmore Air Harbor
04.2019 - 02.2020
Avionics/Electronics/Armament Technician
U.S. Army
02.2013 - 04.2019