Christian Bravo
Aviation Technician
MCAS Miramar,CA
Summary
Aviation Technician and Active Military with 5 years of hands-on experience in maintaining and repairing advanced avionics systems. Skilled in troubleshooting and resolving complex electronic issues, ensuring 100% operational readiness of critical aviation equipment. Proven ability to reduce system downtime and streamline repair processes, enhancing overall efficiency. Experienced in conducting thorough inspections and performing preventative maintenance to ensure compliance with safety standards. Strong leader with a background in training and mentoring technicians, improving team performance and technical expertise. Holds an active Clearance, ensuring the secure handling and maintenance of sensitive aviation systems.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Intermediate Aviation Technician
United States Marine Corps
San Diego, California
01.2021 - Current
- Perform troubleshooting, maintenance, and repairs on avionics systems for F-18 COMM/NAV, Electronic Countermeasures electronics and Radar.
- Demonstrated excellent problem-solving skills when faced with unforeseen challenges during maintenance.
- Reduced downtime for repairs by efficiently troubleshooting and diagnosing technical issues.
- Streamlined communication with colleagues, leading to better teamwork and improved project outcomes.
- Diagnose and repair complex electrical systems such as Night Attack Displays, Roll Pitch Yaw Computer, Signal Data Computer, Encoder Decoder series, Multifunctional Information Distribution System, Air Data Computer/Sensor WRAs, and SRAs.
- Understand and interpret Visual Information Display System/Maintenance Action Forms in accordance with Naval Aviation Maintenance Publication 4790.2E, Navy, and Company policies.
- Identify, repair, disassemble, and reassemble electronic components utilizing technical publications and other approved manuals.
- Maintain a written log of all work performed on electronic components using verbal communication for further interpretation of the work if required.
- Interpret Bench callouts, blueprints, Wiring Diagrams, and Schematics to assist with identifying system malfunctions and apply corrective actions.
- Comply and perform Engineer technical directives for the assembly/modification of electronic equipment that require them.
- Proficient in the use of all hand and power tools for repairing electronics, such as screw drivers, wrenches, pliers, ratchets, sockets.
- Maintain RTCASS Bench, test equipment, and component self-test prior to utilizing for Aircraft electrical systems.
- Apply procedures for electrostatic discharge for Aircraft WRAs, asset SRAs, and support equipment.
- Able to turn in and order parts, consumables, and materials through the military supply system such as Naval Aviation Logistics Command Management Information Systems (NALCOMIS).
- Assist and train Marines in understanding how to troubleshoot and operate F-18 assets and Support equipment.
- Flexible to sudden change in work schedule and priorities.
- Contributed to cost savings by identifying and implementing more efficient repair methods.
- Assisted in reducing inventory costs through diligent tracking and management of parts and equipment.
- Ensured timely completion of work orders by prioritizing tasks according to urgency and importance.
Education
High School Diploma -
El Modena High School
Orange, CA 08.2016 - 06.2025
Skills
- Communication Written and Verbal
- Maintenance & Troubleshooting
- Team Collaboration
- Safety regulations
- Time management
- Schematics and Blueprints Interpretation
Key Contributions
Aviation Maintenance & Operational Readiness, Maintained 100% operational readiness of critical avionics systems, including the Reconfigurable Transportable Consolidated Automated Support System (RTCASS), ensuring continuous support for aviation operations. Led troubleshooting efforts that reduced system downtime by 10% ensuring mission-critical equipment was available and fully functional.
Certifications
- Aviation Electronics Technician Intermediate Level, Naval Air Station Pensacola, Pensacola, FL, 06/01/21
- Reconfigurable Transportable Consolidated Automated Support System (RTCASS) Technician, Naval Air Station Oceana, Oceana, VA, 10/01/21
- Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Qualified, Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Miramar, CA, 12/01/21
- United States Military Apprentice Program Computer Operator, Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Miramar, CA, 04/01/23
- Collateral Duty Inspector, Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Miramar, CA, 02/01/24
- United States Military Apprentice Program Electrician Aircraft, Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Miramar, CA, 03/01/24
- Work Center Supervisor, Naval Air Station North Island, North Island, CA, 11/01/24
Timeline
Intermediate Aviation Technician
United States Marine Corps
01.2021 - Current
High School Diploma -
El Modena High School
08.2016 - 06.2025
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