Avery Hines II
Navarre,FL
Summary
Highly skilled Avionics specialist with 19+ years of experience in the maintenance and integration of complex aerial platforms, including AC-130H/U/J, MC-130H/J, and CV-22B aircraft. Expertise encompasses comprehensive system mechanics, fault-isolation, and the seamless integration of disparate avionics suites. Dedicated to AFSOC mission success, consistently maintaining high-tempo fleet readiness and adhering to the most stringent military safety standards.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Quality Assurance Inspector
United States Air Force
11.2023 - Current
- Served as a technical advisor to senior leadership, delivering authoritative references and strategic guidance to optimize maintenance standards and workforce proficiency across multiple work-centers
- Supervises the end-to-end safety investigation process, transforming forensic findings into actionable safety protocols that mitigate operational risk and enhance workplace compliance
- Certifies aircraft and equipment modifications and time-sensitive Technical Orders, managing critical Weight and Balance documentation to sustain fleet readiness and operational integrity
- Managed an 18-month strategic task force to resolve base wide chaff and flare system corrosion issue. Devised 6 local directives promoting proper cleaning and corrosion removal techniques, while developing a Wing-wide course of action regarding corrosion prevention procedures, boosting ALE-47 platform reliability from 62% to 92%
- Authored and executed a strategic proposal for the Product Improvement Working Group conference to address chronic landing gear door panel failures, resulting in a sustainable engineering solution and fleet-wide rectification
- Application of skills exercised on AC-130J, MC-130J, CV-22B platforms
AC-130J Flightline Expeditor
United States Air Force
02.2020 - 11.2023
- Orchestrated maintenance execution and real-time aircraft configuration reporting to the Maintenance Operations Center, directly enabling the successful delivery of a $22M Flying Hour Program and 24/7 global surge operations
- Resolved critical oil temperature instability through advanced troubleshooting of the Full Authority Digital Engine Control (FADEC) system. Identified and replaced compromised sensor wiring, eliminating the need for a $1.1M engine change and significantly reducing aircraft downtime
- Served as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Technical Order verification, optimizing the AC-130J Block 30 gun-trigger modification process. Streamlined avionics section workflows by demonstrating effective soldering/installation techniques, reducing task duration by 50% - cutting standard completion time from 4 hours to 2 - while reducing material waste for a $10K annual cost savings
- Piloted a rapid-response team of 5 to resolve a complex electrical fire discrepancy. Performed root-cause analysis to locate exposed wiring contacting the aircraft structure; executed precision repairs and comprehensive system checks. Terminated a 2-month impoundment cycle, ensuring on-time departure for real-world combat operations
- Application of skills exercised AC-130J platform primarily
NCOIC, AC-130U IFCS
United States Air Force
10.2018 - 02.2020
- Directed a specialized weapons system repair team through a 700-hour maintenance cycle. Orchestrated the diagnosis of 17 critical faults, including intricate 1553B data bus line repairs and component diagnostics. Successfully validated aircraft airworthiness via functional check flight, restoring a mission-essential asset for higher headquarters tasking
- Formalized a Fiber Optics certification program tailored to C-130J mission requirements. Conducted technical training for 25 Avionics work center staff on advanced troubleshooting and repair techniques, eliminating skill gaps and maintaining a 100% qualification rate during the platform transition
- Formed and trained a 29-member AC-130J Avionics cadre, managing the completion of 150+ core task requirements across multiple Avionics systems/sub-systems for each member. Managed the successful integration of the first Block 30 modified airframe into the active inventory, bridging the gap between modification and operational mission sets
- Rectified a critical dual-tank fuel quantity system failure by rebuilding the #1 and #4 fuel tank-to-tank boundary harnesses simultaneously. Executed the complex repair in 48 hours – 60% ahead of the projected 120-hour timeline – restoring mission capability for a crucial Weapons Instructor Course (WIC) training opportunity for 12 Joint Special Operations (JSOC) operators
- Application of skills exercised on AC-130U/J platforms primarily
AC-130U IFCS Craftsman
United States Air Force
02.2017 - 10.2018
- Selected a lead technician for a high priority “Blue Ribbon” recovery team to resolve a persistent Flight Director System failure. Engineered a custom solution by fabricating and rewiring the Navigation Relay Panel to bypass critical parts shortages, resolving 8-month anomaly and enabling the delivery of 2.8M lbs of cargo to Forward Operating Bases (FOBs)
- Optimized Wing-level logistics by establishing a home-station repair capability through Air Fore Repair and Enhancement Program (AFREP) for fuel quantity systems. Overcame component shortages by rehabilitating 18 fuel probes, ensuring 100% asset availability all 3 Hurlburt Field based platforms while generating $18K in cost savings
- Directed maintenance for a degraded Instrument Landing System failure, executing a complex soldering repair on the Navigation Select Switch; restored full mission capability, directly facilitating the seizure of actionable intelligence and enemy armaments
- Application of skills exercised on AC-130U platform primarily
Flight Control Systems Instructor
United States Air Force
04.2014 - 02.2017
- Administered 1000+ hours of technical instruction on aircraft instrument and flight control systems on specific courses, to include Basic Soldering, Advanced Wire Maintenance, A/MC-130J Familiarization, and C-12 Compass and Navigation Systems. Qualified 57 host maintainers and attained CCAF Instructor Certification Level 1
- Applied advanced diagnostic methodologies using complex wiring schematics and system simulators to train personnel to isolate and resolve multifaceted malfunctions on operational aircraft
- Composed and facilitated formal classroom curricula covering integrated aircraft systems, equipping personnel with the expertise required for systemic troubleshooting and precision inspections
- Conducted a comprehensive professional development program for six staff members, successfully mitigating critical skill-gaps and increasing instructional capacity by 25%. This strategic initiative drove a 45% increase in student attendance rates, significantly enhancing host operational readiness
- Architected the C-130J technical course by verifying complex courseware and instructional assets; implemented a standardized curriculum baseline to ensure consistent training delivery
AC-130H IFCS Supervisor
United States Air Force
03.2011 - 04.2014
- AC-130H/W, CV-22B
IAS, Instr/Flt Cntrl Sys Journeyman
United States Air Force
06.2009 - 03.2011
- AC-130H/W, C-130J
IAS, Instr/Flt Cntrl Sys Journeyman
United States Air Force
08.2008 - 06.2009
- AC-130H
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Instructor of Technology And Military Science
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL08-2016
Associate of Applied Science - Avionics Systems Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL03-2015
Skills
- Quality management
- Product inspection
- Engineering documents comprehension
- Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
- Quality control
- Production experience
- Defect identification
- Training and mentorship
- Process improvement
- Test equipment operation
- Compliance enforcement
- Attention to detail
- Decision-making
- Critical thinking
Certification
Weight and Balance Certification (to include Full Weigh)
Air Commando Maintenance Leadership Certification
Super 8 Safety Training
Task Quality Training Certification
Tier 1 TCCC
Air Force Trainer's Course Certification
Timeline
Quality Assurance Inspector
United States Air Force
11.2023 - Current
AC-130J Flightline Expeditor
United States Air Force
02.2020 - 11.2023
NCOIC, AC-130U IFCS
United States Air Force
10.2018 - 02.2020
AC-130U IFCS Craftsman
United States Air Force
02.2017 - 10.2018
Flight Control Systems Instructor
United States Air Force
04.2014 - 02.2017
AC-130H IFCS Supervisor
United States Air Force
03.2011 - 04.2014
IAS, Instr/Flt Cntrl Sys Journeyman
United States Air Force
06.2009 - 03.2011
IAS, Instr/Flt Cntrl Sys Journeyman
United States Air Force
08.2008 - 06.2009
Associate of Applied Science - Instructor of Technology And Military Science
Community College of The Air Force
Associate of Applied Science - Avionics Systems Technology
Community College of The Air Force
System Familiarity
- Automatic Flight Control System (AFCS)
- Digital Autopilot/Flight Director System (DA/FD)
- Autothrottle System (ATS)
- Communication/Navigation/Identification Management Units (CNI-MU)
- AN/ARC-222 VHF Radio
- AN/ARC-231 SATCOM System
- Get Home Control Panel (GHCP)
- Intercommunication System (ICS)
- KY-58 Secure Voice System
- Electrical Systems
- Electronic Circuit Breaker Units (ECBUs)
- Fuel Indicating System
- Cockpit Voice Recorder (CVR)
- Data Transfer System (DSDTS)
- Digital Flight Data Recorder (DFDR)
- Advisory, Caution and Warning System (ACAWS)
- Distributed Air Data System (DADS)
- Radar Altimeter System
- Stall Warning System
- Standby Flight Instruments
- Embedded Global Positioning System/Inertial Navigation System (EGI)
- Enhanced Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance System (E-TCAS)
- Ground Collision Avoidance System (GCAS)
- Terrain Awareness and Warning System (TAWS)
- TACAN System
- Automatic Direction Finder (ADF)
- Identification Friend or Foe (IFF)
- LPI Transponder/Beacon System
- Digital Map System
- Aerial Refueling System
- Data Transfer and Diagnostic System (DTADS)
- System Integration and Display
- Mission Computers
- Overall Electrical Systems