Austin Garr
Palmdale,CA
Summary
Experienced and dedicated aircraft service professional with a proven track record of delivering diligent service and conducting thorough inspections on various aircraft models. Possessing extensive industry knowledge and a diverse skill set acquired over 8 years in mechanic roles, well-equipped to ensure the safety and optimal performance of aircraft. Committed to upholding the highest standards of quality and efficiency, consistently striving to exceed expectations in every task undertaken.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
General Flight Mechanic
Lockheed Martin
05.2023 - Current
- Determines methods and sequence of operations on prototype or production products such as aircraft, prior to, during or subsequent to flight
- Mocked up, made initial layouts, fabricated, assembled and installed new structures, components and systems as required
- Performed the final flight line servicing, operational checkout, troubleshooting, repairing and maintenance, and sells of aircraft structures and functional systems, including electrical, power plants, accessories and components, for airworthiness and conformance to Company and customer specifications and requirements
- Operated, troubleshot, made final adjustments and corrected malfunctioning surface control, plumbing, hydraulic, fuel, environmental, life support and other functional systems
- GSE Qualified.
Aircraft Mechanic 3
Lockheed Martin
10.2019 - 05.2021
- F-35 aircraft maintenance experience
- Thorough understanding of Fighter Aircraft Systems and Operations
- Experience and knowledge of Autonomic Logistics Information System (ALIS)
- Experience in Portable Maintenance Aid (PMA) activities such as aircraft forms documentation and supply chain management activities
- Aircraft structure repairs and low observable system maintenance experience
- Knowledgeable of Safety, Tool Control, Foreign Object damage (FOD), Supply, Hazardous Material (HAZMAT), Training Management System (TMS), Quality, and Security programs
- Good communication skills.
Aircraft Engine Mechanic
US Navy
04.2015 - 10.2019
- Troubleshoot issues with GE-414-400 turbofan engine/ secondary power systems
- Closely monitored equipment to detect and report malfunctions and prevent accidents
- Lubricated parts and performed preventative maintenance to improve the lifespan of engines and AMADS
- Removed, Replaced and Repaired fuel cell tanks on f-18 aircraft
- Inspected work done by the power plants division to ensure it was done in compliance with Quality Assurance
- Conducted low power turn-ups to troubleshoot and repair various systems/ operational and leak checks improving aircraft efficiency by 70%
- Documented all maintenance done to aircraft using correct codes and maintenance action
- Launched and recovered over 250 aircraft and inspected the aircraft to ensure integrity of the airframe, flight surfaces, engines, canopy and ejection seats.
Mechanical Technician
Garr Mechanical
05.2013 - 04.2015
- Prepared and installed exchangers and vessels
- Implemented preventive maintenance measures to decrease emergent issues by 50%
- Conducted inspections and tested equipment, machinery and components to diagnose issues, recognize defects and determine appropriate repairs
- Coordinated installation of 250 systems, machinery and components
- Followed standards and procedures to maintain safe work environment
- Performed routine preventive maintenance to ensure that building systems operated efficiently
- Used schematic diagrams to plan work
- Welded metal parts with gas welding equipment as specified by layout, welding diagram, or work order.
Education
Advanced Troubleshooting and Repair: Aviation -
Advanced Technical Training: Aviation -
Center For Naval Aviation Technical Training (CNATT)
Lemoore, CABasic Technical Training: Aviation -
Center For Naval Aviation Technical Training (CNATT)
Pensacola, FLBachelor of Science in Business Administration -
University of Phoenix
07.2024
Skills
- Continuous learning mindset
- Aircraft Maintenance Expertise
- Ground Support Equipment Operation
- Corrosion Control Techniques
- Fuel System Management
- Engine repair
- Inspection documentation
- Maintenance Documentation
- Military maintenance requirements
- Quality Control
- Project Management
- Equipment Installation
Timeline
General Flight Mechanic
Lockheed Martin
05.2023 - Current
Aircraft Mechanic 3
Lockheed Martin
10.2019 - 05.2021
Aircraft Engine Mechanic
US Navy
04.2015 - 10.2019
Mechanical Technician
Garr Mechanical
05.2013 - 04.2015
Advanced Troubleshooting and Repair: Aviation -
Advanced Technical Training: Aviation -
Center For Naval Aviation Technical Training (CNATT)
Basic Technical Training: Aviation -
Center For Naval Aviation Technical Training (CNATT)
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration -
University of Phoenix