Brandon L. Farmer
Crestview
Summary
Seasoned leader with over 14 years of experience in the United States Air Force, specializing in program management and training. Proven expertise in aircraft production and operational execution. Seeking to leverage leadership skills and subject-matter knowledge in a government, contractor, or private sector role focused on program development and organizational effectiveness.
Overview
2
2
years of post-secondary education
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Mechanic
Amentum
03.2024 - Current
- Inspects aircraft structures, systems, components, and related systems. Directs and performs aircraft component inspections. Interprets inspection findings and determines adequacy of corrective actions. Inspects and identifies aircraft corrosion for prevention and repair. Managed 3.2 billion dollars in USAF assets, producing scheduled backshop repairs and routine inspections.
- Maintained tactical aircraft and support equipment, performing and directing repairs, reclamation, and maintenance support functions. Advised on maintenance and inspection issues, troubleshooting aircraft structures, systems, components, and related equipment. Removed and installed aircraft components and conducted functional tests of repaired components and systems.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues in aircraft systems and components to ensure optimal performance.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot complex mechanical failures.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment and machinery to uphold operational efficiency.
Instructor of Military Science, 372nd Training Squadron
United States Air Force
Mountain Home
04.2023 - 03.2024
- Delivered vital F-15E Maintenance instruction to recently enlisted Airmen, helping them fully integrate into the career field through courses on Maintenance Continuation 'right time' Training, Secondary Power Systems, Flight Control Theory, Canopies, and Hydraulics.
- Identified gaps in training timelines and optimized course scheduling to achieve 90% utilization rate.
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans tailored to diverse training programs, enhancing engagement and learning outcomes.
- Delivered targeted instructional content to military personnel, ensuring effective knowledge transfer and skill development.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments and feedback.
Aircraft Maintenance Technician, 48th Equipment Maintenance Squadron
United States Air Force
04.2019 - 03.2023
- Performs flight chief, production superintendent, expediter, crew chief, repair and reclamation, and maintenance support functions. Coordinates maintenance plans and schedules to meet operational commitments. Supervises and assists in launching and recovering aircraft. Reviews maintenance data collection summaries to determine trends and production effectiveness. Performs crash recovery duties. Performs staff and supervisory management functions.
- Troubleshot mechanical issues using specialized diagnostic equipment.
- Inspected aircraft systems for compliance with safety standards.
- Performed routine maintenance and repairs on various aircraft models.
- Trained junior technicians on maintenance protocols and safety procedures.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely aircraft readiness.
- Managed repair logs, documenting preventive and corrective aircraft maintenance activities.
- Followed detailed instructions while conducting complex repairs on the aircraft.
Aircraft Mechanic, Repair & Reclamation Technician F-15
United States Air Force
RAF Lakenheath
03.2019 - 03.2023
- Troubleshoots and maintains aircraft engines, hydraulic, and other related systems, structures, components, and related equipment. Removes and installs aircraft and engine components. Conducts functional tests of repaired engines, components and systems. Adjusts, aligns, and rigs aircraft systems. Supervises and performs aircraft jacking, lifting, and towing operations. Accomplished depot level rebuilds and disassembled prior to depot maintenance. Removed, installed, rigged flight control surfaces and performed operational checks. Acquired knowledge of egress operations to ensure safety during aircraft exit., canopy and ejection seat removal and installation.
- Inspected aircraft structures, engines, systems, and components while supervising and performing inspections of aircraft, engines, and components. Interpreted inspection findings and determined adequacy of corrective actions, checking components for clearances, tolerances, proper installation, and operation. Inspected and operated powered and non-powered aerospace ground equipment, identified aircraft corrosion for prevention and repair, and reviewed maintenance forms, aircraft records, and historical reports to ensure complete documentation.
- Performed routine inspections on aircraft systems and components to ensure operational readiness.
- Completed repairs and replacements of defective parts on military aircraft to ensure safety and functionality.
- Logged maintenance activities and repairs systematically to provide clear records for future reference.
Aircraft Maintenance Technician, 335th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron
United States Air Force
Seymour Johnson
01.2014 - 12.2018
- Serviced aircraft, performed end-of-runway, ground handling post flight, pre-flight, thru-flight, special inspections, and phase inspections to ensure operational readiness. Performs sortie generation operations and hot pit refuels. Advises on problems maintaining, servicing, and inspecting aircraft and related aerospace equipment. Utilized conventional or automated technical data to diagnose and resolve maintenance issues on aircraft systems, enhancing safety and performance. Interpreted and advised on maintenance procedures and policies for aircraft repair, ensuring compliance and effective operations.
- Ensured aircraft systems and components were functioning properly through routine inspections.
- Performed preventive maintenance on various aircraft models.
- Conducted diagnostics to identify malfunctions in avionics and mechanical systems, enhancing operational reliability.
Education
bachelor's - finance
UMGC
12.2024 - 07.2026
Airman Leadership School (ALS) - In-Residence
Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, North CarolinaSkills
- Mechanical diagnostics
- Equipment repair
- System troubleshooting
- Maintenance planning
- Safety compliance
- Technical analysis
- Operational efficiency
- Critical thinking
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Excellent communication
Security Clearance
Secret clearance (Active), Married to a British Citizen (will have right to remain)
Awards And Skills
Secret clearance (Active), Married to a British Citizen (will have right to remain)
Timeline
bachelor's - finance
UMGC
12.2024 - 07.2026
Senior Mechanic
Amentum
03.2024 - Current
Instructor of Military Science, 372nd Training Squadron
United States Air Force
04.2023 - 03.2024
Aircraft Maintenance Technician, 48th Equipment Maintenance Squadron
United States Air Force
04.2019 - 03.2023
Aircraft Mechanic, Repair & Reclamation Technician F-15
United States Air Force
03.2019 - 03.2023
Aircraft Maintenance Technician, 335th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron
United States Air Force
01.2014 - 12.2018