Calvin Helmers
Summary
Detail-oriented aircraft professional bringing a proven history of effectively directing, monitoring or performing preventive and unscheduled maintenance on aircraft. Strong knowledge of standard hardware and materials with an insatiable curiosity of new industry materials and techniques. Aiming to fulfill a role in which to leverage in-depth industry knowledge and a diverse skill set acquired over 11 years of service in the aviation landscape.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
LEAD GENERAL FLIGHT MECHANIC
LOCKHEED MARTIN ENTERPRISE
10.2021 - Current
- Uses aircraft subsystem expertise to complete testing and install of components. Knowledge of blueprint and aircraft forms allow for minimal errors
- Identified several key testing point blockers, used subsystem knowledge to cut down required documentation and man hours needed to complete tasks
- Worked with others to mitigate and locate several documentation errors, preventing mishaps due to missing info required for proper documentation
- Employing 6S principles, led effort to remove non-required parts and hardware from storage areas to dissuade QA write ups or future FOD mishaps
- Utilizing blueprint drawings, worked with engineering to make significant changes to decrease hours required and future mistakes. Planned work procedures using charts, technical manuals and experience.
- Identified ineffective phrasing and wording to create more concise planning for future projects and work performed during life of program.
- Performed pre-flight checks of all aircraft systems including hydraulics, electrical, navigation, engine performance, and other related areas.
ENGINE BUILD SUPERVISOR
SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES
02.2020 - 10.2021
- Performed TCA engine builds for over 30 Falcon flights to orbit and International Space Station. Supervised 10+ technicians in build effort as well as Inspector for Department
- Coordinated with manager and engineering to create budget proposals for custom and stock tooling to minimize mishaps and decrease man hours and cost per engine build
- Used experience with 5S and tooling to create new procedures and documentation for tool use, resulting in zero lost tools over 9 months
- Led team of 10+ technicians to historic completion of 65+ engines in 9-month timeframe. Cutting total hours for build by 15%
- As Authorized Overseer for department, signed off over 1100 inspections, resulting in zero FOD or workmanship fails
- Identified potential blockers during engine builds, assisting department in minimizing unenforced errors, resulting in streamlined building process, and lowering unnecessary redundancies and human error.
- Maintained accurate records of employee performance, attendance, leave requests, and disciplinary actions.
TACTICAL AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
04.2013 - 02.2020
- Performed maintenance & inspections on A-10 and F-35 aircraft. Supervised 8+ airmen on 2nd shift. Engine run, Hot refueling, and intake & exhaust trainer for Unit. Verified accuracy of logbooks documenting any previous repairs or maintenance activities performed on an aircraft.
- Utilized System knowledge to identify cracked line in Fuel/Oil Cooler system on F-35. Resulted in fleet wide TCTO, preventing catastrophic failure of aircraft
- Performed in depth troubleshooting on multiple aircraft systems, resulting in zero missed mission requirements during life of F-35 test and evaluation
- Performed daily forms inspections for 6+ aircraft, resulting in 97% QA pass rate during documentation inspections
- Submitted 10+ JTD changes utilized fleet wide to ensure safety of flight, minimizing down time for aircraft, and rapidly increasing aircraft mission readiness and capability.
- Assisted in the development of technical orders to support aircraft operations.
Education
Community College of The Air Force
AIR FORCE CERTIFICATIONS
Skills
- Airmen Leadership School Graduate
- Self-Motivated
- Strong communicator
- Technical Writing
- Creative Solutions
- Strong Decision Making
- Trainer for multiple Aircraft Systems
- Problem-solving ability
- Military maintenance standards
- Precision measuring
- System Troubleshooting
- Engine repair
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
LEAD GENERAL FLIGHT MECHANIC
LOCKHEED MARTIN ENTERPRISE
10.2021 - Current
ENGINE BUILD SUPERVISOR
SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES
02.2020 - 10.2021
TACTICAL AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
04.2013 - 02.2020
Community College of The Air Force
AIR FORCE CERTIFICATIONS
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