Austin Jones
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Skilled in aircraft maintenance and problem-solving, I excel in high-stakes environments, evidenced by my impactful tenure at USN. Leveraging expertise in structural repair and critical thinking, I ensure operational excellence and safety. My proactive approach and adaptability have significantly enhanced aircraft performance and reliability. I have two awards for safety and have over 700 scheduled maintenance actions and countless more unscheduled.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Interior Installer
Dassault Falcon
Little Rock, AR
12.2023 - 10.2024
- Measured and cut materials according to specifications for interior installations.
- Performed basic carpentry work such as framing, cutting, sanding and finishing surfaces.
- Lifted and positioned heavy objects such as cabinets and countertops into place.
- Assembled furniture pieces per manufacturer instructions.
- Inspected worksites to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Operated power tools such as drills, saws, routers and sanders safely.
- Maintained accurate records of completed jobs and materials used.
- Troubleshot issues related to material defects or incorrect measurements.
- Followed blueprints or drawings to accurately install components in designated areas.
- Communicated progress updates regularly to supervisors regarding job status.
- Checked assemblies for alignment, symmetry, fit and workmanship quality.
- Reviewed specifications and blueprints to understand proper techniques for maintaining aircraft integrity and functionality.
- Inspected parts and systems for fit, alignment and compliance with standards by using measuring instruments or test equipment.
Airframe Structural Mechanic
USN
Virginia Beach, Virginia
07.2020 - 11.2023
- Performed inspections and repairs of airframes, components, and systems in accordance with established standards and procedures.
- Identified discrepancies between actual conditions and required tolerances or specifications.
- Fabricated structural parts as needed to complete repairs or modifications.
- Utilized hand tools including drills, grinders, saws, rivet guns, bucking bars to perform maintenance tasks.
- Installed fittings such as hinges and brackets on the aircraft structure.
- Read blueprints and schematics to determine repair requirements.
- Assembled complex structures using bolts, screws, rivets according to specific instructions.
- Applied primer coatings to surfaces prior to painting operation in order to provide a protective layer against corrosion.
- Maintained inventory levels of spare parts in storage areas ensuring that all items were properly labeled and accounted for in records systems.
- Cleaned up work areas after completion of tasks ensuring that all tools were put away properly.
- Provided assistance during aircraft pre-flight checks helping identify any issues with the airframe structure which could potentially affect flight performance.
- Analyzed test results from diagnostic equipment used during maintenance operations looking for signs of wear or malfunctioning components.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to locate source of malfunctions.
- Updated maintenance and repair logs according to services performed and submitted reports to supervisors for review.
- Completed standard inspections to assess wear and damage to aircraft.
- Worked with the FA-18F
Education
High School Diploma -
Beebe High School
Beebe, AR05-2020
Skills
- Hand tool operation
- Detail orientation
- Power Tool Usage
- Aircraft Maintenance
- Equipment Maintenance
- Equipment Calibration
- Inventory Management
- Structural repair
- Performance Testing
- Troubleshooting
- Schematic reading
- Organizational Skills
- Written Communication
- Quality Control
- Safety Procedures
- Test systems
- Blueprint Reading
- Component Assembly
- Professionalism
- Effective Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Aircraft inspection
- Hydraulic systems
- Systems testing
- Preventive Maintenance
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Aircraft mechanical tool use
- Time management abilities
- Layout planning
- Problem-Solving
- Power tool operation
- Safety compliance
- Troubleshooting issues
- Effective communication
- Aircraft Modification
- Attention to detail
- Mechanical aptitude
Timeline
Interior Installer
Dassault Falcon
12.2023 - 10.2024
Airframe Structural Mechanic
USN
07.2020 - 11.2023
High School Diploma -
Beebe High School