Blake Witzel
Cheney,WA
Summary
Skilled and adaptable Flying Crew Chief recognized for exceptional productivity and a track record of efficiently completing tasks. Experienced in aircraft maintenance, adept at troubleshooting complex systems, and committed to ensuring operational readiness. Thrive in communication, teamwork, and adaptability, bringing these essential soft skills to succeed in dynamic environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Flying Crew Chief
United States Air Force, USAF
Fairchild Air Force Base, WA
03.2020 - Current
- Ensured compliance with all applicable airworthiness regulations and standards.
- Maintained records of all inspection results and repairs performed on aircraft logbooks.
- Repaired defective parts using hand tools and precision measuring instruments.
- Performed detailed inspections of aircraft systems and components to identify any potential issues or defects.
- Conducted scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on a variety of aircraft systems including engines, landing gear, hydraulics, and avionics.
- Participated in engine run-ups after major overhauls or installations were completed.
- Replaced worn components such as bearings, seals, O-rings, and filters according to manufacturer specifications.
- Performed preflight inspections to ensure safety of flight operations prior to take off.
- Completed required paperwork related to maintenance activities accurately and timely.
- Diagnosed malfunctions utilizing technical publications and experience gained from previous similar problems encountered during maintenance activities.
- Performed maintenance services such as lubricating components.
- Managed repair logs, documenting preventive and corrective aircraft maintenance activities.
- Serviced and maintained aircraft systems, flushing crankcases, cleaning screens and greasing moving parts.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to locate source of malfunctions.
- Used diagnostics and troubleshooting tools to identify failures and equipment issues.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Aviation Maintenance
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Worldwide
WorldwideSkills
- Aircraft inspections
- Corrosion control
- Crew Leadership
- Aircraft service
- Mechanical inspection
- Technical problem solving
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Training and mentoring
- Parts Replacement
- Routine Inspections
Certification
- Airframe and Powerplant License, FAA
Timeline
Flying Crew Chief
United States Air Force, USAF
03.2020 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Aviation Maintenance
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Worldwide
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