Charlie Estrada Forbes
Omaha
Summary
Dedicated avionics professional known for strong technical acumen and effective communication skills. Experienced in training junior technicians and serving as a liaison between engineering and maintenance teams, ready to enhance operational effectiveness and team performance.
Experienced Maintenance Operations Manager with extensive experience managing cross-functional teams and optimizing maintenance schedules. Expertise in strategic analysis and budget management, ensuring compliance with safety regulations while driving cost savings and operational efficiency.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Avionics Maintenance Technician
United States Air Force, USAF
Omaha, NE
02.2019 - Current
- Conducted inspections and troubleshooting of avionics systems to ensure operational readiness for nuclear and ISR aircraft
- Led maintenance for repair, remove and replace efforts on complex avionics equipment, enhancing reliability and performance on systems such as EFIS, FMS, autopilot, radio suites, TAWS, TCAS, GPS/INS, and flight controls.
- Served as a liaison between engineering teams and maintenance production crews, facilitating efficient communication regarding design updates or required modifications for fielded systems.
- Trained junior technicians on avionics systems and maintenance practices, fostering skill development.
- Expert in fundamental avionics including wiring diagrams, schematics, technical orders, soldering, continuity checks, and test sets for both digital and analog aircraft.
Maintenance Operations Manager
United States Air Force, USAF
Minot, ND
02.2019 - 08.2024
- Managed maintenance schedules to ensure operational readiness of aircraft and equipment.
- Led cross-functional teams in executing preventive maintenance programs between production, fuels, fire department, quality assurance, tower, and maintenance; enhancing overall efficiency.
- Analyzed performance data to identify trends and recommend strategic enhancements to processes for generational aircraft
- Developed budget plans for maintenance operations, effectively controlling expenses and driving cost savings utilizing Excel, Microsoft word, Teams, and Power Point.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and military policies by implementing proper procedures and conducting regular audits.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marketing And Analytics
American Public University
Charleston, WV05-2024
Skills
- B-52 / RC-135 Avionics Certification
- B-52 / RC-135 Aircraft Wiring Certification
- Control Cryptographic Item Certification
- CPR Certified
- Nuclear Personal Reliability Program
Timeline
Avionics Maintenance Technician
United States Air Force, USAF
02.2019 - Current
Maintenance Operations Manager
United States Air Force, USAF
02.2019 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Marketing And Analytics
American Public University