Brandon Hardesty
Greenacres,WA
Summary
I enlisted in the Air Force on September 13, 2011 as an Aerospace Maintenance Apprentice. Upon completion of Basic Military Training (BMT) , I was assigned to Cannon Air Force Base (AFB), New Mexico, followed by Duke Field, Florida where I worked as a Maintenance Craftsman, C-146 Expediter. and completed 4 deployments to undisclosed locations, working as a Dedicated Crew Chief. In 2020, I was selected under the Developmental Special Duty Program to become an Enlisted Accessions Recruiter where I am presently assigned to the 368th Recruiting Squadron.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Enlisted Accessions Recruiter
United States Air Force, USAF
06.2021 - Current
- Developed and implemented onboarding and orientation programs for new employees.
- Conducted comprehensive pre-screening interviews to assess candidate suitability for military service, resulting in a higher quality applicant pool.
- Escorted recruits to Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) for evaluation and in-processing.
- Responded to calls and emails from interested candidates quickly and scheduled appointments for in-person meetings.
- Collaborated with fellow recruiters to develop innovative approaches for attracting top talent to join the ranks of enlisted personnel.
C-146 Expediter
United States Air Force, USAF
06.2020 - 06.2021
- Oversaw all flight line production efforts on 20 C-146 aircraft valued at 400 million dollars in support of USSOCOM's Non-Standard Aviation mission across 5 areas of responsibility
- Synchronized all inspections, servicing, launch & recovery efforts with 372 regular Air Force, Air Force Reserve Command, and contracted maintenance personnel in accordance with Air Force, OEM & FAA standards
- Provided Production Superintendent and Maintenance Operations Center with timely and accurate updates on aircraft status, configurations, fuel loads and estimated times of completion to support daily flying operations
Aerospace Maintenance Craftsman
United States Air Force, USAF
02.2017 - 06.2020
- Maintained a high level of safety by adhering to Air Force and FAA regulations and procedures during maintenance tasks.
- Contributed to successful missions by providing timely support for aircraft launch and recovery operations.
- Assisted with aircraft and equipment transport and movement.
- Removed and installed aircraft subsystem assemblies such as engines, rotors, gearboxes, transmissions, and mechanical flight controls.
- Enforces compliance with FAA and Air Force procedures
- Performs Flying Crew Chief duties in austere locations in support of deployment and humanitarian operations
- Performed engine run certification evaluations for assigned maintenance personnel
Aerospace Repair Technician
United States Air Force, USAF
01.2014 - 02.2017
- Adhered to strict safety protocols while working with potentially hazardous materials or electrical components during the repair process.
- Conducted thorough diagnostic tests to accurately identify issues and determine appropriate solutions for a variety of discrepancies.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Aerospace Maintenance Apprentice
United States Air Force, USAF
09.2011 - 01.2014
- Developed strong technical skills through consistent practice of troubleshooting complex aerospace systems.
- Documented all inspection and maintenance actions in aircraft forms and IMDS.
- Maintained technical expertise in a fast-paced industry through staying current on latest innovations, attending relevant trainings, and applying newly acquired knowledge towards daily tasks.
- Increased accuracy in inventory management by diligently tracking tools, parts, and equipment used during maintenance procedures.
Education
Private Pilots License - Aviation
Montana State University - Bozeman
Bozeman, MTNo Degree - Professional Military Education
Non Commissioned Officer Academy
Maxwell Air Force Base, Al06.2019
No Degree - Professional Military Education
Enlisted Joint Professional Military Education
Online07.2017
Private Pilot Instrument Rating - Aviation
Kirtland Aero Club
Albuquerque, NM10.2016
No Degree - Professional Military Education
Airman Leadership School
Cannon Air Force Base, Nm12.2015
No Degree - Aerospace Recovery
Crash Recovery School
Davis Monthan Air Force Base, Az07.2015
No Degree - Aerospace Maintenance
Aerospace Repair School
Little Rock Air Force Base, Al04.2014
High School Diploma -
Park High School
Livingston, MT06.2008
Skills
- Policy Interpretation
- PPE use
- Attention to Detail
- Dependable and Responsible
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Personnel Recruitment
- Physical Fitness
- Policy and Procedure Writing
- Procedure Compliance
Timeline
Enlisted Accessions Recruiter
United States Air Force, USAF
06.2021 - Current
C-146 Expediter
United States Air Force, USAF
06.2020 - 06.2021
Aerospace Maintenance Craftsman
United States Air Force, USAF
02.2017 - 06.2020
Aerospace Repair Technician
United States Air Force, USAF
01.2014 - 02.2017
Aerospace Maintenance Apprentice
United States Air Force, USAF
09.2011 - 01.2014
Private Pilots License - Aviation
Montana State University - Bozeman
No Degree - Professional Military Education
Non Commissioned Officer Academy
No Degree - Professional Military Education
Enlisted Joint Professional Military Education
Private Pilot Instrument Rating - Aviation
Kirtland Aero Club
No Degree - Professional Military Education
Airman Leadership School
No Degree - Aerospace Recovery
Crash Recovery School
No Degree - Aerospace Maintenance
Aerospace Repair School
High School Diploma -
Park High School
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