ALEX J. KENNEDY
Fate
Summary
With over 15 years of progressive diesel and gas-operated mechanical experience working on Armed Forces contracts (military and civilian contracting). Highly experienced with MRAP vehicles, heavy-wheeled, heavy / engineering equipment, light-wheeled and power generation equipment maintenance, inspection, and services. Very familiar with electronic, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems operation, fault isolation and repairs. Extensive troubleshooting and schematic diagram reading capabilities. Foreign and domestic employee supervisory and guidance experience. Familiar with a wide variety of tactical military vehicles and equipment. Trained to use various special automotive diagnostics tools and light construction equipment and usage. Very knowledgeable on CAT, Cummins and International diesel engine operation, services, and repairs. Able to work independently and in extreme weather conditions.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel Technician
Mercedez Manufacturing Plant
04.2022 - Current
- Electrical diagnostics performed: BDC's, Kombi Failures, window modules, ABS systems, re-pinning connectors to the head unit, replacing wiring harnesses, re-routing wires through the dashboard that were originally routed incorrectly causing the ambient lights not to work, ABS sensors.
- I had to change the connectors going to the CID from underneath the dashboard, had to rely on wiring diagrams and schematic to find and solve electrical problems, replaced foot well modules, reprogrammed ECU when failed initial test of the line.
Fill Field Service Representative
Oshkosh Defense
09.2020 - 05.2022
- Support integration and verification testing at offsite locations and collaborate with electrical and software engineers to identify, define, and resolve issues that are identified during integration and commissioning tests.
- Execute unit and system level verification tests in accordance with established test plans.
- Interpret data logs to identify issues for engineering investigation.
- Support the hardware and software installation and commissioning of embedded controllers, sensors and network architectures including CAN and Ethernet.
- Assemble and install the electrical and electronic systems according to provided engineering data of schematics interconnect diagrams.
Aerostat Operator I
AECOM
08.2019 - 01.2020
- Interpreted drawings, wiring diagrams and technical data during on-site maintenance.
- Diagnosed and corrected mechanical and electrical circuitry malfunctions on aerostat.
- Replaced rigging, ropes, turnbuckles and perfected knowledge of general common hardware.
- Serviced equipment (Hi Lift, Forklift, All Terrain Vehicles (ATV's) and portable generators.
- Performed user-level maintenance functions such as Preventative Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS), troubleshoot, removed, and replaced Line Replaceable Units (LRUs).
- Practiced strict adherence to technical data by using torque wrenches, calibrated multimeters carefully followed technical bulletins quality assurance reports.
- Repaired and maintained diesel engine MEP 506-military generators on-site.
- Mastered hydraulics on Mobile mooring platform, regularly replaced hoses and o-rings.
- Surveillance and intel gathering.
- Forklift and JLG operations.
Heavy Diesel Mechanic
Waste Management
04.2018 - 08.2019
- Performs repairs and assigned preventive maintenance services.
- Performs inspection, diagnosis, and repair of electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake and air systems on vehicles and equipment.
- Utilizes vehicle computer electronics systems to interpret failure modes to initiate or assign repairs.
- MIG Welding multiple fabrication.
- Inspects the quality of outside/supplier repairs and or rebuilds. Assesses structural damage and assigns needed repairs utilizing the most appropriate method(s).
- Estimates time and material costs on vehicle repairs and requisitions new parts.
- Performs all work within Standard Repair Times (SRTs).
- Performs service calls for emergency breakdowns.
- Conducts safety checks on vehicles.
- Completes required paperwork utilizing fleet maintenance software program associated with repairing vehicles, documenting parts usage, and accounting for repair times.
- Reviews, completes, or assigns repairs identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports.
- Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with Corporate / OSHA Standards and performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures.
- Assigns jobs and work orders through shop's Fleet Focus database.
Aerostat Operator
Bravura Inc.
02.2017 - 02.2018
- Responsible for the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of the Aerostat UAS system.
- Performed complex technical functions in support of Data, Communication and Electronic Systems such as setup, operation, maintenance, modification, circuit testing, calibration and troubleshooting of electronic or electro-mechanical components and systems, experimental design circuitry, prototype models or specialized test equipment.
- Launch Recovery Director (LRD) Responsible for safety of Aerostat and crew during launching and recovery. Perform Pre-flight and Post-flight inspections.
- As a Flight Engineer (FE) Manage health of Aerostat and Payload. Coordinate directly with military customer on sensors direction and target acquisition. Prepare after-action reports and video presentations. Ensures operational readiness of PTDS Aerostat Balloon; maintains and operates balloon systems.
- Fiber optic install/repair, system trouble shooting hydraulics, electrical, Sheet metal fabrication/repair, operated ground equipment JLG fork lift, man lift, Special tools fluke, soldering, Computers, excel word.
- Installed patches on aerostat, Tether splice. Generator/servicing and repair, instrumentation install/trouble shooting. Avionics install test/trouble shoot.
- Unattended Transient Acoustic MASINT Sensor (UTAMS), MX-20 camera, etc.
- Conducts technical analysis of product implementations, modifications and enhancements to product in accordance with the Persistent Threat Detection System (PTDS) Afghanistan.
- Perform classified Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance (ISR) missions, supporting ISAF forces, in Afghanistan.
- Performs inspections and line maintenance for routine and non-routine work on a variety of aircraft.
- Services, removes, repairs, replaces, modifies and installs functional components, mechanical and electro-mechanical systems to ensure airworthiness.
- Completes all work in compliance with Maintenance Manuals and Test Procedures following engineering drawings, military/civil specifications, standards, and safety directives.
- Worked alongside with CIA base out of Chapman, Afghanistan.
Logistics Analyst I
CGI Federal
Kuwait
08.2013 - 02.2017
- Perform data entry using a PC and the Army War Reserve Deployment System (AWRDS).
- Adjust build, link and TCMD equipment in AWRDS.
- Prepare military shipping labels based on load documents and MROs.
- Use AWRDS query module to obtain information, troubleshoot and resolve problems; Accomplish receipt processing (Inventory adjustments, equipment receipts, etc).
- Set up, use and download PDA.
- Affix labels to all types of military equipment, which may require climbing.
- Ensure that the labels affixed correspond with the serial number of the vehicle.
- Provide scanning support during inventory and location survey cycles.
Mechanic
Red River Army Depot
07.2007 - 03.2012
- Performed the full scope of maintenance repair/rebuild, assemble, adjustment, troubleshooting applicable functional test of major mechanical systems and components for heavy vehicles and life-saving armored vehicles which contain numerous interconnected.
- Worked on all variants of MRAP and Tanks which includes Bradley, M88, RG-33L, HAGA, Caiman, FPI Cougars, ILAV, Maxx Pro, MATV, and JERRVE.
- De-processed and performed technical inspection on all variance of MRAPS to make sure they are fully mission capable.
- Evaluate and diagnose customer vehicles and heavy equipment.
- Skilled in operating and inspecting heavy equipment or machines to diagnose malfunction or defects.
- Handle tasks of repairing and replacing equipment parts such as drums, seals, buckets, gears, rods, hydraulic pumps and electric motors.
- Bradley and M88 performed maintenance, deprocessing and repairs on Track Vehicles and installed new modifications as needed including oil samples and operate and testing turrets and checking the rings for wear and tear and followed SOP instructions.
- Keeping records of repairs and utilizing special tools for repair.
- Test drive and operated on test track.
Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic
LSI Mobility Center
07.2004 - 09.2007
- Worked on M1 Abrams AVLB, Bradley Track Vehicles A2, 113 5 Ton vehicles and M88 recovery vehicle.
- Perform deprocessing and preventative maintenance and service all vehicles.
- Perform electronic and mechanical maintenance and repairing of combat vehicle systems.
- Removed and repaired parts, diagnose components to remove old track pads and replace with new track pads.
- Removed and replaced final drives as needed check all differentials to ensure proper maintenance consistent on all track vehicles.
- Perform functional tests of all components in the turret including electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, electro-mechanical, electro-optics, and electronic fire control systems.
- Performing maintenance on suspension and steering systems, and repairing or replacing components like engine, transmissions, and weapons systems.
- Make adjustment and assure the erecting and launching devices are properly installed and working together with the turret, and base, as a complete subsystem.
- Test drove to ensure that all gauges are operating correctly prior to turn out and release of vehicles.
Shipping/Receiving Lead
Mayo Manufactor
10.1999 - 07.2004
- Supervised, trained, monitored and recorded employees and temp performance.
- Assigned employees to produce, pick, package, and ship products and materials to our customers.
- Handled appropriate maintenance of warehouse tools; offered both anticipatory maintenance curriculum and every necessary repair.
- Supervised the daily activities of the warehouse shift, inventoried control, receiving, shipping, replenishments.
- Monitor shipments to ensure that customer specific requirements were met.
- Managed daily operations of the store and organized and priced warehouse items for sale.
- Increased productivity of warehouse operations without losing profit.
- Instituted a proactive safe environment, with emphasis on safety techniques.
- Implemented, and supported continuous improvements within the department and the company to improve employees' performances, quality control, productivity, efficiency and cost reduction.
Education
Texarkana College
Tyler Junior College
High School or equivalent -
Hooks High School
Skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Vehicle inspection
- Data analysis
- Parts ordering
- Quality assurance
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- System diagnostics
- Health and safety regulations
- Written/Verbal communication
- Equipment operation
- Operations monitoring
- SOP enforcement
- Team Training
- Customer interaction
- Component replacement
- Loading and unloading
- Assembly and production
- System installation
- Diagnostic testing
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Machinery calibration
- Equipment Repair
- Quality control
- Maintenance and repairs
- Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
- Customer service
- Repair services
- Inventory oversight
- Preventative maintenance
- Cost control
- Electrical diagnostics
Certification
- Certificate of Good Achievement in Shipping and Receiving Department, Mayo Manufactures Company
- Participated in Warehouse Fulfilment Management Program, Mayo Manufactures Company
- Awarded 'Employee of the Month' for customer service excellence, Mayo Manufactures Company
- Certificate of Surveillance System, Elevated Sensor AN/DSY-1(V)1, PSS-T Training
- Cummins Certificate (Heavy diesel mechanic)
Timeline
Travel Technician
Mercedez Manufacturing Plant
04.2022 - Current
Fill Field Service Representative
Oshkosh Defense
09.2020 - 05.2022
Aerostat Operator I
AECOM
08.2019 - 01.2020
Heavy Diesel Mechanic
Waste Management
04.2018 - 08.2019
Aerostat Operator
Bravura Inc.
02.2017 - 02.2018
Logistics Analyst I
CGI Federal
08.2013 - 02.2017
Mechanic
Red River Army Depot
07.2007 - 03.2012
Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic
LSI Mobility Center
07.2004 - 09.2007
Shipping/Receiving Lead
Mayo Manufactor
10.1999 - 07.2004
Texarkana College
Tyler Junior College
High School or equivalent -
Hooks High School
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