Brandon Arnold
Eagle River,Alaska
Summary
Veteran Subject Matter Expert 7 years of experience in aerospace repair, logistics, and leadership. Working on Associate of Applied Science from, Avionics Maintenance Technology Community College of The Air Force, 2024. Experienced in developing and implementing training programs and standard operating procedures as well as advising and reporting to executives for continued progress in productivity. Widely-known expert in Aviation operations field providing exceptional insight into advanced problems leading to exceptional solutions.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Aircraft Maintenance SME Training Manager
United States Air Force
JBER, AK
11.2018 - Current
- Supervised and trained 60+ aircraft mechanics on 300+ military aircraft maintenance and manufacturing tasks; Subject Matter Expert of flight controls and landing gear hydraulic, mechanical, fuels, and electrical systems. Troubleshot, replaced, repaired, and rigged faulty systems. Improved shop team proficiency by 85% with task qualifications.
- Coordinated planning and scheduling of aircraft maintenance repairs and inspection; Recorded incoming and outgoing inventory, procured aircraft parts, tools, test equipment, and hazardous materials. Utilized DoD inventory management systems to match production schedule needs.
- Managed multiple U.S. Air Force programs to include: Facility maintenance, Aircraft data entry, Government contracts, Asset inventory, Technician training, and Hazardous material. Drafted policy letters, procedures, and directives while maintaining compliance with DoD, OSHA, EHA, FAA and U.S. Air Force.
- Utilized analytical, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills throughout multiple maintenance production organizations; Ensured accurate documentation and data reporting, financial budgets, planning & scheduling, and work in progress status reports were clear and precise.
- Coordinated and managed the returns of aircraft assemblies, hardware, and parts from deployed and home base operations; Ensured efficient inventory management and repair scheduling. Alleviated shortfall of backorder parts with accurate inventory tracking.
- Collaborated with internal teams such as field service mechanics, Boeing engineers, and manufacturing to execute advanced diagnostic and repairs on F-22 fighter jets and C-17 aircraft.
- Planned material demands to meet scheduled aircraft maintenance inspections; Scheduled parts and supply orders for 3 shift operation. Published maintenance flow charts for mechanics. Communicated with program manager on order fulfillments, report changes, work in progress, and manning and qualifications.
Aircraft Mechanic/Wheel & Tire Shop Lead
United States Air Force
JBER, AK
11.2018 - Current
- Managed $8Million in asset inventory audits for a fleet of 9 aircraft with Microsoft Office (Excel, Power point, Word, Office); Controlled/Resolved deficiency findings in the asset tracking database. Alleviated parts backorders that prevented mission capabilities across the European region.
- Identified issues and solved routine problems within the aircraft maintenance section; Advised management on training, shift scheduling, and maintenance planning. Leveraged knowledge of management/lean principles, theories, and concepts acquired through experience and college work.
- Engineered consumable parts asset tracking system; Permitted inventory control and asset tracking between maintenance shops, management, and inventory control monitors. Elevated Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Power Point, and Office proficiency.
- Embraced transformational leadership style to create a highly collaborative team environment; Collaborated with various disciplines on work in progress while collecting and analyzing aircraft performance data. Resolved basic and advanced diagnostic repairs while fostering a culture of value, passion, and safety-first team environment.
- Ensured availability of parts, tools, qualified manning, and facility space for upcoming scheduled maintenance; Collaborated with management teams to achieve fluent work production. Properly prepared and documented inventory and maintenance planning and scheduling within computer systems.
- Ensured quality assurance/control of work in progress on aircraft maintenance, programs, and training; Advised/trained team of 35 on work accuracy, completeness, safety, and tolerance per the technical data, engineering diagrams, schematics, and blueprints. Increased employees’ growth, goals, and value.
Restaurant Manager
Shawn's BBQ
Culpeper/Warrenton/Remington/Fredericksburg , VA
06.2016 - 04.2018
- Managed day-to-day restaurant operations, including scheduling,
budgeting, and inventory control, ensuring smooth and cost-effective
functioning for multiple locations. - Ensured strict compliance with all food safety regulations and
maintained high sanitation standards, contributing to a consistently safe
and clean dining environment. - Ordered supplies from vendors as needed while staying within budget
guidelines. Establishing good relations between vendor and our team. - Optimized profits by controlling food, beverage and labor costs. Increasing profit by $50,000 annually.
- Supervised and trained staff in customer service, food handling, and
safety protocols, fostering a team culture focused on excellence and
compliance. - Developed and implemented strategies for improved operational
efficiency, resulting in enhanced customer satisfaction and increased
revenue. - Oversaw the full employee lifecycle, from recruitment and hiring to
onboarding, training, scheduling, and evaluation, promoting a positive
and efficient team dynamic. - Resolved customer complaints professionally, preserving positive
relationships with guests and contributing to a positive dining
experience.
Education
Associate of Science - Applied Science
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL03-2024
Skills
- Air Force Leadership & Management
- Planning/Scheduling
- DoD Secret Clearance
- Inventory Audits
- Aerospace Manufacturing
- Quality Assurance/Control
- Microsoft Office Excel/Word/PowerPoint
- Logistics/Procurement
- Verbal/Written Communication
- Analytical Skills
Accomplishments
- U.S. Air Force Aircraft Maintenance Quality Assurance Honor Roll: 2019
- Top 3 council safety award: 2020, 2021
- Aircraft protection and maintenance appreciation: 2021, 2023
- Air Force Leadership & Management School: Class Leader of 25 students
- Team member/Recovered disabled $143million F-22 Raptor from Airfield
- Organized and orchestrated over 50 retirement and farewell events for active duty and Guard members.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Aircraft Maintenance SME Training Manager
United States Air Force
11.2018 - Current
Aircraft Mechanic/Wheel & Tire Shop Lead
United States Air Force
11.2018 - Current
Restaurant Manager
Shawn's BBQ
06.2016 - 04.2018
Associate of Science - Applied Science
Community College of The Air Force
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