Aaron Rife
Las Vegas
Summary
Secret government clearance ready mechanic experienced with aircraft system diagnostics and repairs. Utilizes technical skills to ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations. Track record of effective problem-solving and team collaboration in high-pressure situations.
Overview
1
1
Certification
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Aviation Maintenance Technician
Frontier Airlines
Las Vegas, NV
05.2026 - Current
- Executed preventive maintenance procedures on various aircraft components, ensuring reliability and performance.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues using advanced troubleshooting techniques, enhancing repair turnaround times.
- Conducted routine inspections on aircraft systems to ensure optimal functionality and compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement process improvements, increasing workflow efficiency in maintenance operations.
- Led initiatives to streamline parts ordering processes, reducing downtime associated with equipment failures.
- Assisted in the successful completion of heavy maintenance checks on Airbus 320/321 Series
Aviation Maintenance Technician
Hawaiian Airlines
Seattle, WA
05.2025 - 02.2026
- Support heavy maintenance checks on widebody aircraft, ensuring compliance with technical data and safety standards.
- Performed troubleshooting, removal, repair, and replacement of structural components per SRM and FAA regulations, ensuring airworthiness.
- Supported heavy maintenance checks on widebody aircraft, verifying compliance with technical data and safety standards to enhance operational reliability.
- Collaborated with engineering and quality control teams to resolve structural discrepancies, facilitating timely return of aircraft to service.
- Developed and maintained detailed documentation of maintenance activities, ensuring accuracy for regulatory compliance audits.
Section Chief
U.S Army Reserve
07.2017 - Current
- Operated and dispensed petroleum for helicopters, UAVs, and ground vehicles, ensuring fuel quality control to support mission readiness.
- Conducted fuel sampling and verification tests, ensuring compliance with military and safety standards to uphold operational integrity.
- Supervised and trained 21-35 soldiers, providing leadership and counseling to maintain readiness in physical and technical requirements.
Education
Associates of Applied Science - Aviation Maintenance Technology
Aviation Institute of Maintenance
Las Vegas, NV02.2025
HS Diploma - General Studies
Del Sol High School
Las Vegas, NV06.2011
Associate of Arts - Aviation Maintenance Technology
Aviation Institute of Maintenance
Las Vegas, NV02.2025
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Quality assurance procedures
- Safety management
- Works under pressure
- Aircraft systems
- Aircraft systems knowledge
- Ability to work under pressure
- Meticulous attention to detail
Certification
- A&P License - 5083148
- B787 General Familiarization
- A330 General Familiarization
Timeline
Aviation Maintenance Technician
Frontier Airlines
05.2026 - Current
Aviation Maintenance Technician
Hawaiian Airlines
05.2025 - 02.2026
Section Chief
U.S Army Reserve
07.2017 - Current
Associates of Applied Science - Aviation Maintenance Technology
Aviation Institute of Maintenance
HS Diploma - General Studies
Del Sol High School
Associate of Arts - Aviation Maintenance Technology
Aviation Institute of Maintenance