Aaron Rimer
Aircraft Maintenance Lead
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Resourceful Manager with a history of success, coordinating and monitoring operations across various departments. Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers in order to promote an engaged, and empowering work culture. Effective leader and problem-solver, dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Proactive and meticulous aircraft maintenance technician with over ten years of experience in the aviation maintenance industry. Highly committed with hardworking mentality to maintain quality of services and products. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance organizational capabilities. Highly organized and able to balance multiple tasks simultaneously. Motivated and reliable employee with proven demonstration to work independently as well as part of a team. Proficiencies include Microsoft Office Suite, Internet capabilities, MAC OS, 10 key typing.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
926th Wing Yellow Ribbon Program Manager
US Air Force Reserve
05.2022 - Current
- Managed and supervised administrative and daily program operations, complying with policies and regulations.
- Identified program obstacles and communicated possible impacts to team.
- Developed and maintained logistics workflows, procedures and reports.
- Addressed and resolved technical, financial, and operational concerns by working with team members and directors.
- Managed multiple strategic projects with numerous sub-projects or workstreams.
- Collaborated with business leadership to set priorities based on business needs, resource capacity and risk exposure.
- Facilitated workshops and conducted one-on-one training to educate team members.
- Established milestones and objectives based on input from functional areas and stakeholders.
- Demonstrated strong writing and presentation skills to develop briefs, memorandums and analytical reports for clients.
- Worked with subject matter experts to develop and implement mentoring programs to promote better learner experiences.
- Participated in vendor selection and management process for program initiatives.
- Built teams to address project goals and objectives for multiple projects.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
F-35 Tactical Aircraft Maintenance Lead
Dept. Of The Air Force
12.2021 - Current
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled inspections to check flight readiness of aircraft.
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on diverse aircraft engines, avionics and hydraulics.
- Maintained repair logs to document all corrective and preventive aircraft maintenance.
- Evaluated individual aircraft components to identify and troubleshoot issues.
- Operated power tools, gauges and testing equipment to adjust, repair, and replace faulty components in aircrafts.
- Diagnosed faults and developed resolution plans.
- Removed components such as landing gear, engines, and flight control.
- Inspected airframes to detect wear and other defects.
- Lubricated shafts, bearings, and gears to maintain optimal performance.
- Obtained fuel and oil samples to check for contamination.
- Analyzed engineering drawings and schematics to troubleshoot systems and diagnose solutions.
- Read and interpreted aircraft documentation to determine repair feasibility and methods.
- Examined and tested aircraft parts, components and systems to verify airworthiness and functionality.
- Recorded maintenance actions in aircraft logbooks.
- Documented all inspection and maintenance actions in aircraft forms, IMDS, and FERMS.
- Coordinated and distributed exposure and contamination control procedures.
- Removed and installed aircraft subsystem assemblies such as engines, rotors, gearboxes, transmissions, and mechanical flight controls.
- Assisted with aircraft and equipment transport and movement.
- Collaborated with crew chief to coordinate fitting and alignment of heavy parts.
- Troubleshot mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems and tested equipment following repairs.
- Collaborated with colleagues in developing and refining maintenance procedures.
F-22 Tactical Aircraft Maintenance Lead
Dept. Of The Air Force
07.2019 - 12.2021
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled inspections to check flight readiness of aircraft.
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on diverse aircraft engines, avionics and hydraulics.
- Maintained repair logs to document all corrective and preventive aircraft maintenance.
- Evaluated individual aircraft components to identify and troubleshoot issues.
- Operated power tools, gauges and testing equipment to adjust, repair, and replace faulty components in aircrafts.
- Diagnosed faults and developed resolution plans.
- Removed components such as landing gear, engines, and flight control.
- Inspected airframes to detect wear and other defects.
- Lubricated shafts, bearings, and gears to maintain optimal performance.
- Obtained fuel and oil samples to check for contamination.
- Analyzed engineering drawings and schematics to troubleshoot systems and diagnose solutions.
- Read and interpreted aircraft documentation to determine repair feasibility and methods.
- Examined and tested aircraft parts, components and systems to verify airworthiness and functionality.
- Recorded maintenance actions in aircraft logbooks.
- Documented all inspection and maintenance actions in aircraft forms, IMDS, and FERMS.
- Coordinated and distributed exposure and contamination control procedures.
- Removed and installed aircraft subsystem assemblies such as engines, rotors, gearboxes, transmissions, and mechanical flight controls.
- Assisted with aircraft and equipment transport and movement.
- Collaborated with crew chief to coordinate fitting and alignment of heavy parts.
- Troubleshot mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems and tested equipment following repairs.
- Collaborated with colleagues in developing and refining maintenance procedures.
F-22 Tactical Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Dept. Of The Air Force
12.2014 - 07.2019
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled inspections to check flight readiness of aircraft.
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on diverse aircraft engines, avionics and hydraulics.
- Maintained repair logs to document all corrective and preventive aircraft maintenance.
- Evaluated individual aircraft components to identify and troubleshoot issues.
- Operated power tools, gauges and testing equipment to adjust, repair, and replace faulty components in aircrafts.
- Removed components such as landing gear, engines, and flight control.
- Diagnosed faults and developed resolution plans.
- Inspected airframes to detect wear and other defects.
- Analyzed engineering drawings and schematics to troubleshoot systems and diagnose solutions.
- Obtained fuel and oil samples to check for contamination.
- Lubricated shafts, bearings, and gears to maintain optimal performance.
- Collaborated with crew chief to coordinate fitting and alignment of heavy parts.
- Troubleshot mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems and tested equipment following repairs.
- Collaborated with colleagues in developing and refining maintenance procedures.
- Recorded maintenance actions in aircraft logbooks.
- Documented all inspection and maintenance actions in aircraft forms, IMDS, and FERMS.
- Removed and installed aircraft subsystem assemblies such as engines, rotors, gearboxes, transmissions, and mechanical flight controls.
- Assisted with aircraft and equipment transport and movement.
- Coordinated and distributed exposure and contamination control procedures.
Tire Warehouse Supervisor
Kelly Services/ Nissan Technical Center
10.2013 - 12.2014
- Supervised shipping and receiving, distribution and workplace safety.
- Supervised shipping and handling operations.
- Supervised warehouse operations by managing employees during shifts.
- Maintained high levels of accuracy in daily operations.
- Completed daily operations on time and maintained high standards of accuracy.
- Operated warehouse material handling equipment correctly to move loads.
- Oversaw inventory control levels and verified compliance with storage and organization processes.
- Used warehouse management software to reconcile daily inventory.
- Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
- Redesigned warehouse layout to accommodate new equipment, maximize space utilization, and optimize processes.
- Developed safety programs to protect workers and reduce injuries.
A-10 warthog Crew Chief
US Air Force Reserve
04.2013 - 12.2014
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled inspections to check flight readiness of aircraft.
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on diverse aircraft engines, avionics and hydraulics.
- Maintained repair logs to document all corrective and preventive aircraft maintenance.
- Evaluated individual aircraft components to identify and troubleshoot issues.
- Operated power tools, gauges and testing equipment to adjust, repair, and replace faulty components in aircrafts.
- Diagnosed faults and developed resolution plans.
- Removed components such as landing gear, engines, and flight control.
- Inspected airframes to detect wear and other defects.
- Analyzed engineering drawings and schematics to troubleshoot systems and diagnose solutions.
- Obtained fuel and oil samples to check for contamination.
- Lubricated shafts, bearings, and gears to maintain optimal performance.
- Collaborated with crew chief to coordinate fitting and alignment of heavy parts.
- Troubleshot mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems and tested equipment following repairs.
- Recorded maintenance actions in aircraft logbooks.
- Assisted with aircraft and equipment transport and movement.
- Documented all inspection and maintenance actions in aircraft forms, IMDS, and FERMS.
Trailer Technician
GCR truck tire center/ Knight Transportation
02.2013 - 09.2013
- Repaired and installed bodywork such as panels and nose rails.
- Documented all actions in computer system.
- Troubleshot problems and implemented solutions to fix issues with brakes.
- Ran diagnostic procedures for electrical issues.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems for repair or replacement.
- Adhered to safety regulations while servicing vehicles, preventing injuries and accidents.
- Conducted full operational compliance inspections before releasing vehicles for use.
Electrician Technician
Construction Strategies Inc.
10.2011 - 01.2013
- Performed electrical system installation of conduit, wire, power distribution and motor controls.
- Installed, tested and modified circuit breakers, controls, fuses, lights and motors.
- Worked in both commercial and residential buildings installing and maintaining fuses.
- Fixed wiring and circuit systems to correct performance issues and safety concerns.
- Inspected circuits already in place and lead team of electricians through installing high quality new ones.
- Maintained security and fire alarm systems for commercial venues and completed inspections.
- Installed electrical conduit and wiring for power, controls, and lighting.
- Tested wiring and other system parts for electrical flow and function.
- Installed electrical wiring through conduits and holes in both flooring and walls.
- Interpreted blueprints, schematics, drawings, and layouts to complete repairs.
- Inspected equipment for defects and safety hazards and completed necessary repairs.
Retail Sales Outfitter
Cabela's
05.2010 - 09.2011
- Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Maintained clean sales floor and straightened and faced merchandise.
- Monitored sales floor and merchandise displays for presentable condition, taking corrective action such as restocking or reorganizing products.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Organized store merchandise racks and displays to promote and maintain visually appealing environments.
- Checked pricing, scanned items, applied discounts, and printed receipts to ring up customers.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Offered each customer top-notch, personal service to boost sales and customer satisfaction.
- Utilized upselling techniques to promote additional products and increase sales.
- Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
- Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
- Opened, shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing and organized displays for optimal sales promotions.
- Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.
- Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
- Used in-store system to locate inventory and place special orders for customers.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store sales, payment policies and security standards.
Aircraft Handling Director
United States Navy, USS Ronald Reagan
09.2005 - 09.2009
- Carries out cockpit emergency entry procedures.
- Applies procedures for rescuing personnel.
- Operates damage control equipment, lifesaving apparatus, and fire and elevator doors.
- Supervises movement and spotting of aircraft ashore and afloat.
- Secures aircraft and equipment.
- Performs preventive operator maintenance on aircraft ground handling equipment.
- Operates and performs daily inspections on mobile crash handling vehicles and equipment.
- Installs aircraft hoisting slings involved with emergency crash landings.
- Computes safe working load for hoisting material.
- Rigs deck equipment on shore-based arresting gears.
- Operates aircraft cranes, elevator controls, and related hangar/deck equipment.
- Provides signals for launching and recovery of helicopters.
- Performs air terminal functions, including storage of cargo, handling of passengers, aircrew, and aircraft services.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Technical Management
12.2024
No Degree - Aviation Maintenance Technology Part 65
07.2022
Associate of Science - Aircraft Maintenance Technology
10.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technology
09.2011
- Dean's List 2010
01.2005
Skills
- Budget Compliance
- Financial Forecasting
- Adaptability
- Leadership Abilities
- Team Leadership Abilities
- Regulatory Compliance Awareness
- Hazardous Material Handling
- Professional Writing
- Data Analysis
- Project Management
- MS Office Applications
- Budget Preparation
Timeline
926th Wing Yellow Ribbon Program Manager - US Air Force Reserve
05.2022 - Current
F-35 Tactical Aircraft Maintenance Lead - Dept. Of The Air Force
12.2021 - Current
F-22 Tactical Aircraft Maintenance Lead - Dept. Of The Air Force
07.2019 - 12.2021
F-22 Tactical Aircraft Maintenance Technician - Dept. Of The Air Force
12.2014 - 07.2019
Tire Warehouse Supervisor - Kelly Services/ Nissan Technical Center
10.2013 - 12.2014
A-10 warthog Crew Chief - US Air Force Reserve
04.2013 - 12.2014
Trailer Technician - GCR truck tire center/ Knight Transportation
02.2013 - 09.2013
Electrician Technician - Construction Strategies Inc.
10.2011 - 01.2013
Retail Sales Outfitter - Cabela's
05.2010 - 09.2011
Aircraft Handling Director - United States Navy, USS Ronald Reagan
09.2005 - 09.2009
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Daytona Beach - Bachelor of Science, Technical Management
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Daytona Beach - No Degree, Aviation Maintenance Technology Part 65
Community College of The Air Force - Associate of Science, Aircraft Maintenance Technology
Universal Technical Institute - Associate of Applied Science, Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technology
Desert Ridge High School - ,