Alec Bowman
Yuba City,CA
Summary
Aerospace Ground Equipment (AGE) Technician with nearly a decade of technical experience in the United States Air Force. Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Project Management. Demonstrated success in driving projects and achieving program objectives through technical expertise and strategic planning.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Support Systems Operator
United States Air Force Reserve
Beale AFB, CA
06.2024 - 07.2025
- Monitored system performance to ensure optimal operation and service delivery.
- Provided technical support to users, resolving issues promptly and effectively.
- Coordinated maintenance schedules for equipment and software updates.
- Assisted in training new staff on operational procedures and software tools.
- Documented system incidents and solutions for future reference and training.
- Utilized manual or automated tools to analyze or predict system performance under different operating conditions.
- Performed routine maintenance on aircraft servicing vehicles and support systems.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues in generators and performed necessary repairs.
- Carried out scheduled and routine maintenance on small and large generators.
- Performed generator troubleshooting and diagnostics of equipment.
- Performed preventative maintenance and repairs on generator equipment, such as engines, alternators, fuel systems, cooling systems, and electrical components.
- Inspected electrical wiring, connections and relays following wiring diagrams.
- Created plans to propose solutions to problems related to efficiency, costs or profits.
- Implemented strategies to take advantage of new opportunities.
Aerospace Ground Equipment Supervisor
United States Air Force, USAF
Beale AFB, CA
02.2017 - 06.2024
- Supervised maintenance of aerospace ground support equipment for operational readiness.
- Coordinated training programs for personnel on equipment handling and safety protocols.
- Inspected and assessed equipment performance to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Managed inventory of tools and parts to support repair and maintenance activities.
- Streamlined workflow processes to enhance efficiency in equipment servicing operations.
- Led troubleshooting efforts for ground support systems to minimize downtime.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement best practices in equipment management.
- Developed standard operating procedures for safe operation of aerospace ground equipment.
- Established effective working relationships with other departments within the organization.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
- Interpreted manufacturer's manuals to determine cause of malfunctioning equipment.
- Inspected Aerospace Ground Equipment to identify defects or malfunctions.
- Troubleshot complex problems related to AGE operations utilizing diagnostic software programs.
- Assisted in the development of new techniques used for testing, diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining AGE systems.
- Analyzed test results and adjusted controls to ensure that the system was performing properly.
- Performed preventive maintenance checks according to established schedules and procedures.
- Monitored performance of equipment to ensure compliance with specifications and standards.
- Ensured that adequate supplies were available for use in repair work or preventative maintenance tasks.
- Provided technical advice to technicians regarding operation and troubleshooting of aerospace ground equipment.
- Trained personnel in the operation and maintenance of AGE systems.
- Directed and coordinated activities of workers engaged in operating, maintaining, repairing, and servicing aerospace ground equipment.
- Repaired defective components or replaced parts as required using hand tools or power tools.
- Maintained records of all inspections, repairs, and calibrations performed on aerospace ground equipment.
- Ordered replacement parts from vendors when needed for repairs or preventative maintenance tasks.
- Used, handled, stored and disposed of hazardous materials according to environmental standards.
- Read and understood directives, manuals, diagrams and schematics to perform accurate work.
- Inspected and repaired aviation ground support equipment, power plants, mechanical and hydraulic systems, fuel and ignition systems and rotor assemblies.
- Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
- Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Established and enforced clear safety policies to protect workers from injury.
- Delivered positive reinforcement and constructive criticism for employee work efforts.
- Inspected generator systems for operational efficiency and safety compliance.
- Performed routine maintenance and repairs on various generator models.
- Tested generator output for voltage accuracy and load balance.
- Prepared detailed reports outlining findings from inspections or tests conducted on various types of generators.
- Installed new generators according to manufacturer specifications and safety protocols.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Aerospace Ground Equipment Technology
Air University
Montgomery, AL10-2021
Skills
- System monitoring
- Technical support
- Equipment maintenance
- Diagnostic troubleshooting
- Preventative maintenance
- Equipment inspection
- Safety compliance
- Workflow optimization
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Staff training
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Customer engagement
- Relationship building
- Technical background
- Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
Accomplishments
Airman Leadership School Commandant Award Winner
Department of the Air Force Achievement Medal
Department of the Air Force Air and Space Commendation Medal
Quality Assurance Honor-roll
Double Ace Quality Assurance Honor-roll
Maintenance Professional of the Quarter
Warrior of the Week- Deployed
Certification
CFC/HCFC Certification April 2017
Forklift Certification September 2017
Aerospace Ground Equipment Apprentice Course
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Support Systems Operator
United States Air Force Reserve
06.2024 - 07.2025
Aerospace Ground Equipment Supervisor
United States Air Force, USAF
02.2017 - 06.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Aerospace Ground Equipment Technology
Air University
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