Brandon Hohenstein
Edwards,CA
Summary
Accomplished Aircraft Maintenance Production Manager with a proven track record at the USAF, along with extensive experience in managing production workflows and optimizing processes for efficiency. Successfully led teams to achieve project milestones and improve operational performance. Demonstrated expertise in resource allocation and improved quality control standards. My leadership ensured the adoption of innovative maintenance strategies, driving continuous improvement and adherence to safety regulations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Aircraft Maintenance Production Manager
USAF
08.2024 - Current
- Resolved issues quickly for 26 assigned aircraft to maintain productivity goals.
- Sourced materials to keep up with production goals and meet aircrew demands.
- Delivered direct feedback to senior management daily regarding aircraft status.
- Monitored team budgets to keep projects on task and avoid waste.
Support Team Manager
USAF
08.2022 - 08.2024
- Led the $1.5M contract for new tools to optimize support operations, increasing efficiency, and reducing response times.
- Managed workload distribution effectively, ensuring timely resolution of tickets while maintaining a balanced workload for all 32 team members.
- Created a culture of accountability within the support team, encouraging ownership over tasks while driving continuous improvement initiatives.
Aircraft Maintenance Expeditor
USAF
07.2021 - 08.2022
- Improved aircraft maintenance efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and procedures for 24 aircraft.
- Implemented innovative strategies to minimize turnaround time during critical maintenance periods without compromising quality or safety standards.
- Established a strong safety culture within the team, leading to improved adherence to OSHA regulations and industry best practices.
- Reduced aircraft downtime by 10% with proactive identification of potential issues through thorough inspections.
Quality Control Inspector
USAF
04.2018 - 07.2021
- Improved product quality by conducting thorough inspections and identifying defects in a timely manner.
- Communicated daily with leadership and production team members about quality issues.
- Trained and mentored 140 technicians to apply best practices and comply with technical data.
- Completed weight and balance inspections using precision tools.
Education
Associate of Applied Science -
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL07-2021
High School Diploma -
Turner Ashby High School
Bridgewater, VA06-2006
Skills
- Production planning
- Teamwork
- Quality control
- Preventive Maintenance
- Time management
- Inspection documentation
- Maintenance Information System
Timeline
Aircraft Maintenance Production Manager
USAF
08.2024 - Current
Support Team Manager
USAF
08.2022 - 08.2024
Aircraft Maintenance Expeditor
USAF
07.2021 - 08.2022
Quality Control Inspector
USAF
04.2018 - 07.2021
Associate of Applied Science -
Community College of The Air Force
High School Diploma -
Turner Ashby High School
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