Andrew Rivera
Palm Coast,Florida
Summary
A diligent and enthusiastic professional seeking an entry-level position in Mechanical Engineering. Possesses robust organizational skills and a keen interest in contributing to team success through hard work. Aims to leverage academic knowledge and a proactive approach to support the company's objectives and drive achievements.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Maintenace Operations Controller
United States Air Force
01.2020 - 08.2022
- Supervise a team of 5 members in overseeing daily maintenance controls and coordinating parking logistics for all assigned aircraft, ensuring maximal operational readiness and efficiency.
- Lead the team in managing and coordinating aircraft generation processes, including maintenance production and executing the daily flying schedule for AMC missions, with a focus on adapting to changing mission requirements.
- Act as the main communication link with the 618th Air Operations Center/Global Air Mobility Division, the squadron's Air Terminal Operations Center, and host wing command, facilitating seamless coordination for mission planning and execution with the support of the team.
- Direct the team in regularly reviewing and updating aircraft status in local command and control databases and the G081 system, ensuring timely and accurate data entry for effective operational planning and fleet management.
Airlift Mission Aircraft Maintenance Craftman
United States Air Force
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Led daily inspections, maintenance, repair, and servicing of AMC C-5 Galaxy and C-17 Globemaster III aircraft systems and components, ensuring operational reliability and readiness.
- Conduct routine functional checks on hydraulic, electrical, air conditioning, pressurization, anti-icing, and engine systems using specialized diagnostics to maintain peak performance and safety.
- Perform post-flight, through-flight, and pre-flight inspections, along with ground handling duties, to ensure aircraft structural integrity and readiness for safe operation.
- Document all maintenance activities, findings, and repairs in the Air Force Technical Order 781 series forms and the G081 maintenance system, supporting thorough maintenance record-keeping and compliance.
Airlift Mission Aircraft Maintenance Journeyman
United States Air Force
02.2017 - 01.2018
- Conduct daily inspections, maintenance, and repairs on AMC C-5 Galaxy and C-17 Globemaster III aircraft for global readiness.
- Perform detailed checks of hydraulic, electrical, and other critical systems using specialized tools to ensure safety and peak performance.
- Enhanced equipment reliability by performing routine maintenance and repairs on various systems.
- Maintained detailed records of all maintenance activities, ensuring accurate tracking and efficient scheduling of future tasks.
Composite Tool Kit/Hazmat Program Manager
United States Air Force
09.2011 - 01.2017
- Supervise a team of 15 members in assisting with the daily launch, recovery, servicing, and ground handling of 48 C-17 aircraft to ensure mission readiness.
- Oversee the management, issuance, and inventory control of 1,207 aircraft support equipment items and 16,275 tools with the team, maintaining operational efficiency.
- Led the team in regularly inspecting and maintaining 173 tool kits, using the TCMAX system for tool accountability and processing lost tool reports.
- Implement technical orders and on-the-job training with the team to enhance Task Qualification Training and promote skill level advancement across the team.
- Serve as the Hazardous Materials program manager, directing the team to expand storage space and ensure efficient compliance with safety standards.
- Guide the team in quickly identifying and rectifying Safety Data Sheet discrepancies, maintaining 100% compliance with AFOSH standards.
- Manage the squadron's HAZMAT account and personally train 15 Airmen in storage and disposal operations, leading to a successful program inspection.
- Coordinate with the team to safely dispose of over 1,000s gallons of expired fluids, emphasizing aircrew and environmental safety in daily operations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Robotics
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Daytona Beach
Daytona Beach, FL06.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Aviation Maintenance Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL06.2020
Skills
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Quality Control
- Quality Assurance
- Excellent Communication
- Analytical Skills
- MathWorks MATLAB
- FEA and failure analysis
- Computer-Aided Design
Certification
Top Secret Clearance
Timeline
Lead Maintenace Operations Controller
United States Air Force
01.2020 - 08.2022
Airlift Mission Aircraft Maintenance Craftman
United States Air Force
01.2018 - 01.2020
Airlift Mission Aircraft Maintenance Journeyman
United States Air Force
02.2017 - 01.2018
Composite Tool Kit/Hazmat Program Manager
United States Air Force
09.2011 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Science - Robotics
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Daytona Beach
Associate of Applied Science - Aviation Maintenance Technology
Community College of The Air Force