Brittney Block

August 2013- August 2018

Electronic Repairer-

• conducted 15,000+ hour of diagnostics, repaired frayed wires, used fault isolation procedures to ensure safe maintenance of the aircraft resulting in the safety of 24 Aircraft and 62 crews, maintained 6 aircraft while in a hazardous environment under stressful conditions.
• Troubleshot and repaired malfunctioning systems and components.
• Repaired or replaced wiring, equipment and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
• Interpreted drawings, wiring diagrams, flow charts and written description of aircraft
• Tested electrical systems functionality and continuity of circuits using devices such as ohmmeters, and voltmeters.
• Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and need for adjustment or repair.

August 2018- May 2019

Maintenance Non-Commissioned Officer (NCO)/ Squad Leader-

• In charge of all maintenance done to 24 Apache, Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge (NCOIC) over 18 Forward Arming Refuel Points (FARP) resulting in 64 crews being certified on the gun shooting tables.
• Briefed in a Production Control meeting briefing the status of all aircraft and upcoming maintenance and likelihood of when an aircraft would be mission capable. Oversaw the welfare of 15 Soldiers ensuring care and mission readiness.

May 2019- October 2019

Platoon Sergeant/Section Sergeant-

• Ran platoon maintenance over 4 separate airframes, Chinook, Apache and Blackhawk ensuring all maintenance is done to the Standard Operation Procedure (SOP), ensured the safety and day to day functions of 45 soldiers with zero injuries.
• Maintained the scheduling of 45 soldiers including vacation time, and appointments ensuring work force is always present to meet the mission set.
• October 2019- July 2020

Maintenance NCO-

• Ensured proper technical procedures were followed during an European deployment, handled a 3 country field training exercise
• Performed routine and complex maintenance and repairs on various electrical equipment in varying weather conditions.
• Stored and maintained power tools and equipment for each job Read and interpreted electrical, mechanical, and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications for wiring layouts.
• Demonstrated expertise in use of cable reels, stripping tools, voltage detectors, and wire and cable cutters to complete fast-paced work.
• Attended Basic Leaders Course, a school to pass on leadership knowledge

July 2020- March 2022

Maintenance NCO-

• Mentored apprentice repairers in proper installation techniques, safety protocols, and troubleshooting methods to enhance their skill sets.
• Reduced downtime of aircraft by quickly diagnosing and repairing complex electrical issues.
• Developed strong working relationships with senior leadership through consistent professionalism, reliability, and transparency during projects.
• Achieved senior leadership recognition by prioritizing open communication throughout project stages.
• Increased productivity by effectively managing multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high-quality workmanship.
• Enhanced team productivity, delegating tasks effectively and providing support where needed to meet tight deadlines.
• Enhanced mission readiness by providing timely and effective troubleshooting for electrical issues, leading to minimal disruption.
• Managed administration data, and researched manuals and regulations .

March 2022- August 2022

Honor Guard NCOIC-

• Enforced standards and discipline over 20 Soldiers ensuring readiness for the rendering of Military Honors at military funerals.
• Enforced compassion and caring for Gold Star Families, and Retired Veterans families.
• Oversaw the honor of 82 funeral proceedings
• Increased the recognition of the team resulting in a higher demand for the team to perform the Honors.
• Focused on team building exercises to ensure easy communication and quick problem solving skills.

February 2022- April 2022

• Attended Advanced Leaders Course, learned how to be a more effective leader, and how to handle more responsibility, communicate effectively, and how to manage high dollar line items signed to company.

August 2022-August 2023

Technical Inspector-

• Ensured Aircraft compliance with Safety of Flight (SOF) messages, Aviation Maintenance Action Message (AMAM), Aviation Safety Action Message (ASAM) and Maintenance Work Orders (MWO).
• Inspected all maintenance done to 24 aircraft to ensure it met engineering specifications and safety of flight standards.
• Enforced new protocols for ensuring faster and safer inspections of aircraft resulting in time saving maintenance increasing mission readiness.
• Became proficient in researching regulations and enforcing standards across a battalion level resulting in 365 individuals conducting maintenance in a safe manner and OSHA compliant.
• Contributed to safer work environments by strictly following safety protocols and conducting regular risk assessments.
• Managed Test Measurement Diagnostic Equipment (TMDE), ensuring all equipment was calibrated at all times and created a system for turning in and pick up of TMDE, resulting in maintenance continuing with no down time.

December 2022 - January 2022

Sexual Harassment Assault Response Program Victim Advocate-

• Victim Advocate for those who have been Sexual Harassed or Assault, spoke for the victim and protected them from further harm.
• Instructed 500 individuals on proper prevention and reporting procedures, resulting in a zero tolerance environment and a safe working environment of all individuals

August 2023- Current

AH 64 D/E Armament Electronic Repairer Instructor-

• Instructs proper trouble shooting procedures for the Apache Helicopter
• Teaches how to conduct safe maintenance of electrical components and armament
• Teaches how to navigate Individual Electronic Technical Manual (IETM) showing new students how to research taskings and how to follow trouble shooting protocol
• Instructs on how to use Ohmmeter, Voltammeter, and how to trouble shoot opens and shorts in wiring.
• Teaches diagnostic testing over electrical systems for the AH-64 E
• Teaches Basic Electronics including circuit card trouble shooting, Soldering, Splices, and running new wire and combat repairs for the Apache.
• Ensuring overall education for new personnel to be proficient maintainers.

Tool Room Management-

• Managed company Bench Stock consisting of 700 line items required for any equipment needed to conduct the maintenance ( screws, bolts, O-Rings )
• Manage 4 Million dollars worth of aircraft testing equipment
• ensuring stock is always filled and that no shortages arise, if a shortage does arise order more parts.
• Inventoried and created a system for fast and efficient location of items needed for maintenance protocols