AARON SMITH
Crowley,TX
Summary
Hardworking, Highly Driven expert in Aircraft Fuel Systems with a notable tenure at NAS JRB Fort Worth, I excel in hazardous materials handling and effective communication. Proven track record in enhancing maintenance procedures and leading quality assurance, ensuring compliance and safety. My leadership has significantly contributed to maintaining high standards in aircraft fuel system integrity and team productivity.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Assurance Inspector
Air Reserve Technician, NAS JRB Fort worth
02.2022 - Current
- Prepared detailed reports summarizing findings from inspections
- Collaborated with section supervisors to resolve quality issues in a timely manner
- Developed and implemented quality control procedures to ensure products met Air Force requirements
- Provided guidance and support to departments regarding quality assurance processes
- Conducted regular inspections of maintenance for compliance with safety regulations
- Documented inspection results in accordance with organizational policies and procedures
- Monitored fuel maintenance process parameters and identified potential deviations from specified requirements.
Aircraft Fuels System Craftsman
NAS JRB Fort Worth
05.2017 - Current
- Advises on aircraft fuel systems removal, repair, and installation maintenance procedures and policies
- Diagnoses fuel system component malfunctions
- Recommends corrective actions and resolves problems using technical publications and analytic techniques
- Performs maintenance on aircraft fuel tanks and cells including removing access panels, depuddling, purges, repairs, wing changes and tests fuel tanks and cells
- Performs and leads maintenance in confined spaces
- Removes, repairs, and replaces malfunctioning components on the aircraft
- Prepares aircraft surfaces, and applies sealants, adhesives, and associated chemicals
- Cleans fuel cells and tanks, and inspects for foreign objects and corrosion in/on aircraft and aircraft parts
- Stores, handles, use, and disposes of hazardous material and waste
- Active member of a Hydrazine response team that neutralizes the hazardous chemical and disposes of it
- Manages over 1000 pieces of tools to ensure maintenance practices can carry on
- Supervises other airmen on routine tasks
- Records information on data collection forms and automated systems
- Subject matter expert in Fuel system maintenance
- Manage and maintain 5 different additional programs including hazardous materials and Training program
- Manages equipment inventory totaling north of 1.3M, ensuring they stay calibrated and serviceable for usage
- Review and inspect all fuel system maintenance for any discrepancies or defects from the technical publications.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with Airforce training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
- Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
- Educated airmen on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
- Evaluated airmen performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
Aircraft Fuels System Journeyman
NAS JRB Fort Worth
05.2012 - 05.2017
- Collaborated with other departments to address any problems related to the functioning of the aircraft's fuel system
- Inspected and monitored fuel tanks for leaks or other irregularities
- Utilized computer-aided design software programs for designing schematics for modifications made to the aircraft's fuel system
- Maintained records of inspections, repairs, and replacements performed on aircraft fuel systems
- Trained personnel on best practices when working with hazardous materials associated with aviation fuels
- Analyzed and tested components of fuel system to ensure proper operation
- Assisted with installation of new components into existing or new aircraft fuel systems
- Conducted regular maintenance checks of aircraft fuel systems according to established protocols
- Tested newly installed parts or components in order to verify their proper functioning
- Provided technical guidance to junior technicians regarding the repair of aircraft fuel systems
- Repaired and replaced malfunctioning parts in fuel systems, such as pumps, filters, valves, and lines
- Conducted routine and special inspections as required by regulations
- Replaced and repaired worn, defective and damaged components using hand tools, gauged, and testing equipment
- Examined and inspected aircraft components, including landing gear, hydraulic systems, and deicers to locate cracks, breaks, leaks, and other problems.
Education
Certification - Noncommissioned Officer Academy
Air University
Montgomery, ALCertification - Airman Leadership School
Air University
Montgomery, ALHigh School Diploma - undefined
Robert M. Shoemaker
TX, USSkills
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Technical Documentation
- Aircraft Fuel Systems Knowledge
- Troubleshooting skills
- Relationship Building
- Task Prioritization
- Multitasking
- Organizational Skills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Professionalism
- Decision-Making
- Self Motivation
- Effective Communication
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Quality Inspections
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Quality Assurance Inspector
Air Reserve Technician, NAS JRB Fort worth
02.2022 - Current
Aircraft Fuels System Craftsman
NAS JRB Fort Worth
05.2017 - Current
Aircraft Fuels System Journeyman
NAS JRB Fort Worth
05.2012 - 05.2017
Certification - Noncommissioned Officer Academy
Air University
Certification - Airman Leadership School
Air University
High School Diploma - undefined
Robert M. Shoemaker
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