Chieu Le

• Performed scheduled avionics maintenance, periodic inspections, and unscheduled repairs in compliance with FAA FAR 91, 135, and 145, as well as manufacturer manuals for Cessna Citations, Pilatus PC-12, Pilatus PC-24, and other general aviation aircraft.

• Conducted maintenance tasks using power tools, soldering equipment, and wire stripping/crimping tools, ensuring precision and adherence to safety standards.

• Updated Garmin avionics systems, including software and database updates, to maintain operational efficiency.

• Carried out operational checks and replaced emergency equipment such as ELTs, EPS, and CVRs on Cessna Citations and Pilatus aircraft.

• Collaborated with mechanics on electrical troubleshooting and repairs as needed on rare occasions.

• Examined, repair and tested aircraft parts and components to verify airworthiness and functionality.
• Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
• Test, repair, overhaul electro-mechanical components per manufacturer directives using precision tools, test equipments, and technical knowledge.
• Perform circuit board repairs, soldering, and mechanical repairs using Dremel tools.
• Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
• Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
• Explained technical information in clear terms to non-technical individuals to promote better understanding.
• Developed and implemented preventive maintenance procedures.

Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:

• KC-135 Communication/Navigation Journeyman Handled avionics equipment installation, inspection, testing, adjustment, repair
• Worked with radar, radio, navigation systems
• Supervised total of 30 apprentices and offered specific recommendations to improve work quality.
• Experienced using tools such as calibers, Dremel tools, drills, manometers, and precision tools to accomplish tasks.
• Handled equipment for aircraft, space vehicles
• Tested electrical and electronic systems
• Tested and identified problems in instruments, components, assemblies
• Used circuit testers, voltmeters, hand tools, power tools, soldering irons
• Installed aircraft electrical components, electronic components, systems
• Connected components to radio systems
• Ensured that problems had minimal impact on aircraft schedules
• Trained and supervised personnel
• Read and follow work orders, specifications, drawings, schematics, manuals
• Adjusted, repaired, and replaced malfunctioning components and assemblies, using hand tools and soldering irons
• Assembled components such as switches, electrical controls, and junction boxes, using hand tools and soldering irons
• Assembled prototypes and models of circuits, instruments, and systems for use in testing
• Coordinated work with that of engineers, technicians, and other aircraft maintenance personnel
• Installed electrical and electronic components, assemblies, and systems in aircraft, using hand tools, power tools, and soldering irons
• Kept records of maintenance and repaired work
• Laid out installation of aircraft assemblies and systems, following documentation such as blueprints, manuals, and wiring diagrams
• Set up and operated ground supported and tested equipment to perform functional flight tests of electrical and electronic systems
• Tested and troubleshot instruments, components, and assemblies, using circuit testers, oscilloscopes, and voltmeters
• Knowledge sets include: Avionics, avionics systems, avionics technician, flight line, radar system, soldering, subassemblies, support equipment, test equipment, wiring diagrams, multimeters, TACAN
• Performed upgrades on communication and navigation systems.
• Troubleshoot, fix, and signs off aircraft grounding issues via system knowledge, wire repairs, and/or component repairs for time sensitive/critical missions.
• Conducting SATCOM operations and sustaining operability of communications-electronics equipment located at Air Force Satellite Control Network Remote Tracking Station
• Perform SATCOM operations, preventive maintenance inspections (PMI), and maintenance of assigned RF and telecommunications equipment
• Perform work center operations, maintenance documentation, and supply/logistics activities as required
• Frequently stoop/bend to enter antenna door space 2ft x 2ft
• Regularly work on ladder assembly and climb to heights of 60 feet
• Got awarded multiple letters of appreciation for helping out with community including one for facilitating data capture effort for Airborne High Frequency Radio Modernization program allowing its field testing to be ahead of schedule by 2 days.
• Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines
• Acted as team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback
• Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations

• Deployed twice with total time frame of 1 year to Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar
• Contributing to Operation Resolute Support, Freedom Sentinel
• Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge of 2 different 12 hour shifts during second deployment for Com/Nav Shop leading 14 troops being on multiple rotations contributing to aircraft mission capable rates to above 90% for multiple months while deployed. Awarded "Chief Coin" by KC-135 Aircraft Maintenance Squadron Chief at Al-Udeid AFB, Qatar.

• Dismantled equipment or devices to gain access and remove defective parts or components.
• Identified issues and addressed each immediately with job foreman.
• Used hand signals to notify crane operator to lift components to specific positions.