Allan Valadez
Ogden,UT
Summary
Dynamic F-35 Avionics Technician with the United States Air Force, adept at avionics troubleshooting and team leadership. Enhanced F-35 fleet readiness through effective COMSEC management and prioritized avionics production. Proven track record in aircraft systems diagnostics and fostering technician performance, ensuring mission success and operational excellence.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Integrated Avionics Technician
United States Air Force
Hill AFB, Utah
01.2017 - Current
- Protected 196+ government assets for F-35 fleet of 28 aircraft through COMSEC management, aircraft system key procurement, user training, and semi-annual inventories and inspections.
- Improved sortie generation by setting avionics production priorities and leading team members during high-tempo deployed environments
- Enabled forward deployment support for diverted aircraft as avionics subject matter expert.
- Resolved malfunctions across EW, EOTS, integrated core processing, inertial navigation, DAS, communication, navigation, identification, RADAR, vehicle system processing, weapons control, display indicators, flight environmental data, flight control, display management, on-board oxygen generation, fire control, power and thermal management, electrical power distribution, and engine/starter generator systems through operational and functional checks.
- Repaired wiring harnesses, terminals, and damaged avionics components to restore serviceability.
- Calibrated avionics equipment following maintenance manuals and manufacturer procedures.
- Restored aircraft system performance by interpreting health reporting codes and supporting troubleshooting, testing, and calibration.
- Maintained special certifications to include Intake/Exhaust Inspection, Engine Operation, Hot Pit refuel operations
- Strengthened technician performance by evaluating knowledge and skills and providing actionable feedback and tailored training programs.
- Improved product support by opening CRM action requests for quality deficiencies, JTD changes, and Lockheed Martin troubleshooting guidance.
- Expanded F-35 mission support capability through Lightning Technician Program participation as crew chief and LO technician, including engine removal/install, IPP removal/install, servicing, launch and recovery, and LO tape removal/install, bonded nutplate repair.
- Developed training materials for classroom, virtual, and blended learning sessions.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Avionics Systems Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL05-2022
Associate of Applied Science -
Airman Leadership School
Hill AFB, UT01-2019
Sophomore/BS - Aeronautical Science
Embry-Riddle University
11-2026
Skills
- Avionics troubleshooting
- Unit Training Manager
- Wiring repair
- Calibration procedures
- Cryptographic systems management
- Nose-to-tail inspections
- Technical documentation
- Team leadership
HIGHLIGHTS
2019 - AFRC Lt. Gen. Leo Marquez Award Winner/ 419th AMXS, Hill AFB., 2020 - Air and Space Achievement Medal awarded in support of Operation FREEDOM SENTINEL, 2023 - Air and Space Commendation Medal awarded in support of Operation INHERENT RESOLVE, 2026 - Air and Space Commendation Medal awarded in support of Operation EPIC FURY
SECURITY CLEARANCE INFORMATION
Current Clearance, SECRET – 12 April 2017
Timeline
Integrated Avionics Technician
United States Air Force
01.2017 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Avionics Systems Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Associate of Applied Science -
Airman Leadership School
Sophomore/BS - Aeronautical Science
Embry-Riddle University