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Charles Somervill

Wichita,KS

Summary

Accomplished Avionics Specialist with extensive experience in maintaining and troubleshooting complex avionics systems to ensure optimal performance and reliability. Demonstrates strong commitment to team collaboration while adapting to evolving industry demands. Proficient in system integration, diagnostic testing, and maintaining stringent aviation compliance standards. Recognized for a results-driven approach that consistently enhances operational efficiency and safety across diverse aviation environments.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Avionics Technician/Engineering Liaison (in Training)

Global Aviation Tech
03.2019 - 07.2025
  • Inspect, test, troubleshoot, repair, install and modify avionics line-replaceable units (LRUs) and systems. Perform aircraft modifications and system installs per Standard Technical Certifications (STC), Airworthiness Directives (ADs), and Service Bulletins (SBs). Route, terminate, and test fiber optic systems. Assist electrical engineers with system design, wire routing, and equipment fitment. Use AutoCAD to design and edit electrical system schematics. Peer review technical drawings and Final Test (FT) procedures. Draft Weight and Balance Reports (WBRs) for new modifications. Inspect new equipment assemblies for initial release per assembly drawings.
  • Rockwell-Collins Proline 21 and Fusion, including ADS-B upgrade
  • USAF C-21A Avionics Upgrade; UASC UNS, UniLink, SATCOM, FDR and CVR
  • IS&S Autothrottle and UASC ClearVision goggle HUD install on King Air 250 and 350
  • Northrop Grumman Mission Systems installation for Lear 60
  • Mission Power system installation and upgrade for US Army C-12A
  • Dynon Skyview system with Avidyne IFD550 and AMX240 integration
  • Garmin G3X, G1000, and other system and unit installations and upgrades
  • Various aircraft, including but not limited to:
  • Cessna 182, 210, 421, Citation X, CJ-3, CJ-4, Mustang, Caravan
  • Beechcraft Bonanza, and King Air (C-90, B-250, B-350), Premier 1 and 1A
  • Bombardier/Learjet 31, 35A, and 60, Global 7500
  • Gulfstream G550
  • Piper Seneca II, Arrow III, Cherokee
  • BAE (Hawker) 800A

Technician II

Honeywell
01.2014 - 03.2019
  • Company Overview: Wichita Service Center
  • Inspect, test, modify, troubleshoot, and repair avionics LRUs to the component level. System LRUs including but not limited to:
  • MC-850 Multifunction Control Display Unit (MCDU)
  • KB-600 Multifunction Keyboard
  • CC-600/800/950 Cursor Control Devices (CCD)
  • DU-1080 Flight Display Unit
  • DU-1310 Flight Display Unit
  • RI-870 Remote Instrument Controller
  • GP-750 Guidance Panel
  • Perform component level modifications and component installations per SBs and ADs
  • Troubleshoot and repair LRUs per Component Maintenance Manuals (CMMs)
  • Perform electro-static device (ESD) safety certification of benches and work areas
  • Point of contact with IT engineers in India for repair of precision test equipment
  • Developed testing procedures utilizing Embraer EPIC System test bench

Delivery Driver/Retail Customer Service Specialist (part time)

O'Reilly Auto Parts
05.2012 - 03.2013
    • Sales of retail merchandise and automotive parts and supplies, deliver automotive parts to commercial customers, and provide specialty automotive services
    • Test and inspect alternators, starters, batteries and ignition modules
    • Inspect and resurface brake drums and rotors within manufacturer tolerances
    • Perform hydraulic hoses and fittings to customer specifications
    • Perform engine fault code retrieval and analysis
    • Provide excellent customer service, both in-store and via telephone
    • Receive orders and deliver parts and supplies to commercial customers

Avionics Technician

Midwest Corporate Aviation
12.2011 - 04.2012
    • Company Overview: Col. James Jabara Airport
    • Inspect, calibrate, test, troubleshoot, replace, and repair of avionics, electrical, environmental, communication and navigation radio, and instrumentation systems for General Aviation classified aircraft, including but not limited to:
    • Collaborate with Cessna engineers on NAV III/G1000 software kit proof for all Cessna 172, 182, and 206 model aircraft equipped with NAV III
    • Accomplish required IFR/Pitot-Static system certification checks per FAR
    • Perform monthly Nav Database updates for charter aircraft
    • Cessna 172, 177, 182, 206, 208, 421 and Skymaster
    • Hawker/Beechcraft Baron 58, Bonanza, and King Air C-90
    • Bombardier/Learjet 24D and 35Ab
    • Diamond DA-40
    • Piper Cheyenne, Malibu, Mirage, Navaho, and Saratoga
    • Mooney M20
    • Robinson R44 Raven helicopter

Instruments and Flight Control Systems Craftsman

USAF-McConnell Air Force Base
08.2001 - 12.2011
  • Inspect, calibrate, test, troubleshoot, replace, and repair of the avionics systems, components, and line replaceable units (LRUs) on the KC-135 Stratotanker in support of Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF), Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF), and Joint Task Force/Horn of Africa (JTF/HoA).
  • Supervise and train subordinates in all aspects of aircraft maintenance
  • Lead technician/shift lead for avionics shop
  • Calibrate liquid quantity systems, angle of attack transmitters, linear position transducers, synchro/servo loops, and compasses.
  • Perform software updates to integrated flight and navigation systems
  • Kit-proofed time-compliance technical orders for scheduling and quality control
  • Perform equipment inspections and update technical orders daily
  • Debrief pilots and aircrew after flight/sorte.
  • Order and replace component and LRU parts to repair aircraft systems
  • Performed phased isochronal inspections

Education

Electrical Engineering (OJT) -

Global Aviation Tech
Wichita, KS
05.2025

Fiber Optics Bootcamp - undefined

Butler CC
Andover, KS
12.2023

Proline 21 on Challenger 600/605 - undefined

Rockwell-Collins (online)
Wichita, KS
09.2020

Electrical Engineering (partial) - undefined

Wichita State University
Wichita, KS
02.2014

Primus EPIC 2.0 LRU repair and testing - undefined

Honeywell CSC
Wichita, KS
01.2014

G1000 Familiarization Training -

Garmin
Olathe, KS
03.2012

G600/GTN Installation Training -

Garmin
Olathe, KS
03.2012

IFCS Craftsmanship Certification -

Field Training, Detachment 8 (AETC)
McConnell AFB, KS
12.2006

Professional Military Education -

Airman Leadership School
McConnell AFB, KS
04.2006

Programmed Courses -

Field Training, Detachment 8 (AETC)
McConnell AFB, KS

Instruments And Flight Controls Journeyman -

81st Training Wing
Keesler AFB, MS
05.2002

Air Force Basic Military Training
Lackland AFB, TX
09-2001

Skills

  • Perform functional testing, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical and avionic systems and components used on single and multi-engine aircraft Perform scheduled inspections, preventative and routine maintenance Plan, design and install modifications, system updates, and customized avionics and electrical systems for general aviation and military aircraft Draft electrical drawings and schematics using AutoCAD Work directly with vendor representatives and engineering Operate from aircraft manuals, inspection records, schematic drawings, engineering specifications, and maintenance documentation to meet requirements for proper flight operation
  • Flight management systems (FMS)
  • Autopilot and flight guidance systems
  • GPWS and stall warning systems
  • Transponders, ADS-B, Traffic Collision Avoidance (TCAS)
  • GPS, Satellite-Based Augmentation System (SBAS)
  • Air data systems, Reduced Vertical Separation Minima (RVSM), pitot/static testing and certifications
  • Digital data buses (ie, RS-232, ARINC-429, Ethernet, CAN bus)
  • Communication and navigation radios (VOR/ILS, UHF, HF, SATCOM)
  • Emergency Systems (FDR, CVR, ELT)
  • Engine instrumentation and fuel monitoring
  • Antenna and sensor integration
  • Lights, circuit breakers, relays, annunciators
  • Wire printing, routing, bundling, termination, and testing
  • Component level repair and soldering
  • Fiber optic termination and testing

Awards

Two Meritorious Unit Awards, five USAF Outstanding Unit Awards, USAF Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, AF Longevity Service Award, USAF NCO PME Graduate Ribbon, USAF Basic Military Training Ribbon.

Timeline

Avionics Technician/Engineering Liaison (in Training)

Global Aviation Tech
03.2019 - 07.2025

Technician II

Honeywell
01.2014 - 03.2019

Delivery Driver/Retail Customer Service Specialist (part time)

O'Reilly Auto Parts
05.2012 - 03.2013

Avionics Technician

Midwest Corporate Aviation
12.2011 - 04.2012

Instruments and Flight Control Systems Craftsman

USAF-McConnell Air Force Base
08.2001 - 12.2011

Fiber Optics Bootcamp - undefined

Butler CC

Proline 21 on Challenger 600/605 - undefined

Rockwell-Collins (online)

Electrical Engineering (partial) - undefined

Wichita State University

Primus EPIC 2.0 LRU repair and testing - undefined

Honeywell CSC

Electrical Engineering (OJT) -

Global Aviation Tech

G1000 Familiarization Training -

Garmin

G600/GTN Installation Training -

Garmin

IFCS Craftsmanship Certification -

Field Training, Detachment 8 (AETC)

Professional Military Education -

Airman Leadership School

Programmed Courses -

Field Training, Detachment 8 (AETC)

Instruments And Flight Controls Journeyman -

81st Training Wing

Air Force Basic Military Training

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