Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Qualifications
Affiliations
Timeline
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Brandon Mickens

South Toms River,NJ

Summary

Proven expert in aircraft structural mechanics with a history at Amentum, adept at military maintenance and fostering strong team relationships. Excelled in roles requiring multitasking and supervision, significantly enhancing operational efficiency. Skilled in hydraulic system maintenance and relationship-building, consistently delivering quality assurance and safety.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Aircraft Structural Mechanic (Mech 1)

Amentum
06.2023 - 01.2025
  • Maintained accurate documentation of performed work and completed tasks.
  • Inspected aircraft for cracks, metal fatigue and other signs of wear or damage.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.

Door Salesperson

Home Genius Exteriors
Virginia Beach, VA
05.2023 - 06.2023
  • Contacted customers by phone and mail to offer merchandise or service.
  • Distributed product samples or literature detailing products or services.
  • Developed lists of potential areas and buyers to increase success rates.
  • Listened to customers to understand needs and put together optimal solutions.
  • Explained products and prices to customers, demonstrating use of products.
  • Greeted customers and provided product information.
  • Applied knowledge of consultative and relationship-driven sales techniques to drive new business opportunities with clients.

Airframe Structural Mechanic

United States Navy, USN
11.2017 - 05.2023
  • Serviced and repaired fuel, electrical, hydraulic and other aircraft systems.
  • Performed routine equipment inspections and maintained and completed corrective actions by referring to workbooks and technical publications to determine specifications.
  • Read and interpreted manufacturer and airline maintenance manuals, service bulletins and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components.
  • Prepared, inventoried and recorded aircraft parts and components to prevent corrosion, failure and misuse.
  • Worked within guidelines established by internal, manufacturer and regulatory authorities.
  • Rigged and adjusted flight controls.
  • Completed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on F18E/F aircraft.
  • Maintained orderly and safe work environment by enforcing tool control and FOD awareness, prevention and safety at all times.

Quick Lube Technician

Beach Ford
Virginia Beach, VA
09.2022 - 12.2022
  • Tested batteries for cold cranking amps rating and specific gravity level.
  • Repaired, replaced and adjusted brakes.
  • Documented work performed on repair orders, submitting reports to supervisor for implementation into corporate system.
  • Performed automotive preventive maintenance and inspected tires.
  • Adjusted tire pressure on vehicles and warned customers of leaks and tire damage.
  • Replaced air filters in accordance with manufacturer's specifications.
  • Inspected vehicles for damage and recorded findings to facilitate repairs.

Education

High School Diploma -

Central Regional High School
Bayville, NJ
06.2017

Certification - Electrical Trades

Ocean County Vocational-Technical School
Toms River, NJ
06.2017

Skills

  • Military maintenance requirements
  • Multitasking abilities
  • Supervision
  • Knowledge of aircraft hardware and materials and processes
  • Tooling knowledge
  • Brake systems
  • Wing mechanics
  • Basic print reading skills and layout skills
  • Flexible & Adaptable
  • Relationship-Building
  • Hydraulic system maintenance
  • Quality assurance procedures
  • Ground support equipment operation
  • Aircraft corrosion control

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of 8 staff members.
  • Studied for total of 3 months to gain Aviation Warfare Specialist
  • Conducted good behavior for 3+ years resulting in good conduct award.

Certification

  • Certified Aircraft Paint/Finish Course
  • Certified Enlisted Warfare Specialist
  • Certified Electrician Tech
  • Certified F/A-18E/F Hydraulics/Structural System (Initial) Organizational Maintenance
  • Certified AM-A1(Hydraulics and Structures)"O" Level Strand
  • Certified CPR

Qualifications

  • Ramp Stamp
  • F/A-18 Hydraulic Contamination
  • A/S32A-44 Crane
  • A/M24M-6 Power Cart
  • A/M26U-4-4B NAN Cart
  • A/M27T-14/15
  • AM Journeyman/Apprentice
  • Corrosion Journeyman/Apprentice
  • CDI General Training Syllabus (All W/C) (FA-18EF, EA-18G)

Affiliations

  • Letter of Appreciation in support of Escambia Animal Shelter on 28 January 2018 (volunteer).
  • Letter of Appreciation in regards to leading a Navy and Marine Corps team.
  • Letter of Appreciation in regards to outstanding efforts during the 2018 Naval Air Station Oceana Air Show.

Timeline

Aircraft Structural Mechanic (Mech 1)

Amentum
06.2023 - 01.2025

Door Salesperson

Home Genius Exteriors
05.2023 - 06.2023

Quick Lube Technician

Beach Ford
09.2022 - 12.2022

Airframe Structural Mechanic

United States Navy, USN
11.2017 - 05.2023

High School Diploma -

Central Regional High School

Certification - Electrical Trades

Ocean County Vocational-Technical School
Brandon Mickens