Austin Willey
Cambridge Springs,PA
Summary
Operations Iraqi Freedom veteran with over twelve years of service seeking to transition from the military into the civilian workforce. Offers expertise in maintenance management, supervising and training personnel, leading a team to task completion and resolving crisis situations. Effective communicator who quickly masters new roles and technologies to achieve positive results.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
APG Crew Chief for F-16 Aircraft (2A373 AFSC)
United States Air Force, USAF
08.2015 - Current
- 7-Level Qualified Crew Chief for F-16 Aircraft.
- Engine run qualified for F100 PW-220/229 engines.
- Supervised, trained, and monitor assigned shop personnel.
- Performed end of runway, postflight, through-flight, and phase inspections.
- Performed integrated combat turns and hot pit refuels.
- Advised on problems maintaining, servicing, and inspecting aircraft and related aerospace equipment.
- Used technical data to diagnose and solve maintenance problems on aircraft systems.
- Interpreted and advised on maintenance procedures and policies to repair aircraft and related equipment.
- Troubleshooted and maintained aircraft structures, systems, components, and related equipment.
- Removed and installed aircraft components.
- Conducted functional tests of repaired components and systems.
- Adjusted, aligned, and rigged aircraft systems.
- Supervised and performed aircraft jacking, lifting, and towing operations.
- Inspected aircraft structures, systems, components and related.
- Effective decision-maker in high-pressure environments.
- Supervised operation and organizational maintenance of weapons systems and specialized equipment.
- Coordinated training schedules and filed crucial administrative paperwork.
- Completed multiple fire prevention safety training.
APG Crew Chief for F-16 Aircraft (2A373 AFSC)
United States Air Force
08.2015 - Current
- Performed same duties as listed above while active duty for the United States Air Force at the following locations: Kunsan AB, Shaw AFB, Bagram AB, AL Dhafra AB, and Holloman AFB.
Education
PW 229 Engine Run Certification, 2023
GE 110/100 Engine Run Certification, 2021
Crew Chief 7-Level Career Development Course, 2020
Trainer/Task Certifier Course, 2020
Airman Leadership School (ALS), 2020
Hazmat Manager Training Certification, 2018
10K/20K Forklift Certification, 2017
F-16 Advanced Crew Chief Course, 2017
Aircraft Maintenance Apprentice Course, 2016
Aircraft Maintenance Technology
Community College of USAF (CCAF) 56 Sem. Hrs, 2015
Skills
- Effective team leader
- HAZMAT handling
- Trained in emergency response
- Expertise in F-16 aircraft maintenance
- Firearms safety training
- Equipment maintenance
- Valid Pennsylvania driver's license
- Strong verbal communicator
- Excellent information technology skills
- Secret Security Clearance
- Strong Adaptability
- Taking Orders
Accomplishments
Personally responsible for over $17,000,000 of command equipment (i.e. in charge of an assigned F-16 aircraft) with no deficiencies, losses or damages.
Served in Operation Freedom sentinel.
Received Air and Space Commendation Medal.
Gallant Unit Citation
Received Meritorious Unit Award, 2 Oak Leaf Clusters
Received AF Good Conduct Medal, 1 Oak Leaf Cluster
Received National Defense Service Medal
Received Afghanistan Campaign Medal, 1 Service Star
Received Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
Received Korean Defense Service Medal
Received Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal
Received Air and Space Overseas Service Ribbon Short, 1 Oak Leaf Cluster
Received Air and Space Expeditionary Service Ribbon with Gold Border
Received Air and Space Longevity Service Award, 1 Oak Leaf Cluster
Received USAF NCO PME Graduate Ribbon
Received Air and Space Training Ribbon
Received NATO Medal
Timeline
APG Crew Chief for F-16 Aircraft (2A373 AFSC)
United States Air Force, USAF
08.2015 - Current
APG Crew Chief for F-16 Aircraft (2A373 AFSC)
United States Air Force
08.2015 - Current
PW 229 Engine Run Certification, 2023
GE 110/100 Engine Run Certification, 2021
Crew Chief 7-Level Career Development Course, 2020
Trainer/Task Certifier Course, 2020
Airman Leadership School (ALS), 2020
Hazmat Manager Training Certification, 2018
10K/20K Forklift Certification, 2017
F-16 Advanced Crew Chief Course, 2017
Aircraft Maintenance Apprentice Course, 2016
Aircraft Maintenance Technology
Community College of USAF (CCAF) 56 Sem. Hrs, 2015