CHRISTIAN BYRD
Fort Worth,TX
Summary
7+ years of aircraft maintenance experience supporting F-16, A-10, C-130, and CV-22 operations in domestic, overseas, and deployed environments. Specialized in fuel systems, troubleshooting, mission readiness, quality, and safety compliance. Seeking Lockheed Martin F-35 opportunities in Fort Worth.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Yokota AB
Japan
11.2023 - Current
- C-130 / CV-22 fuel systems maintenance, inspections, repairs, aircraft availability.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Prince Sultan AB
Saudi Arabia
10.2020 - 01.2024
- Deployed F-16 support, rapid discrepancy resolution, zero preventable incidents.
- Conducted thorough inspections of aircraft systems to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues using advanced diagnostic tools and equipment.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline maintenance processes, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Oversaw training programs for junior technicians, promoting skill development and safety awareness.
- Implemented preventative maintenance schedules, reducing downtime and improving aircraft readiness.
- Coordinated with supply chain teams to manage inventory levels of critical aircraft parts and materials.
- Led root cause analysis initiatives to identify recurring problems and develop corrective actions.
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Osan AB
Korea
11.2022 - 01.2023
- A-10 / F-16 maintenance, leak checks, repairs, quick-turn operations.
- Maintained detailed maintenance logs in compliance with regulatory standards and organizational policies.
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance tasks performed, ensuring compliance with FAA regulations.
- Removed components such as landing gear, engines, and flight control.
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled inspections to check flight readiness of aircraft.
- Enhanced aircraft safety by performing thorough maintenance inspections and identifying potential issues.
- Collaborated with other technicians to complete complex repairs and improve team efficiency.
- Evaluated individual aircraft components to identify and troubleshoot issues.
- Assisted in training new technicians, sharing knowledge and expertise to ensure high-quality workmanship.
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Shaw AFB
SC
01.2018 - 01.2022
- F-16 inspections, troubleshooting, sortie generation, led teams of 20+ personnel.
- Inspected airframes to detect wear and other defects.
- Inspected all received aircraft parts to verify compliance with FAA regulations.
- Developed strong relationships with colleagues, fostering a positive work atmosphere conducive to teamwork and effective communication.
- Operated power tools, gauges and testing equipment to adjust, repair, and replace faulty components in aircrafts
- Increased operational readiness of aircraft fleet through timely completion of scheduled maintenance tasks.
Education
AAS - Aviation Maintenance Technology
CCAF
Associate's Degree - Military Applied Sciences
UMGC
Skills
- Fuel Systems
- Flightline Ops
- Troubleshooting
- Technical Orders
- Mission Readiness
- Quality Assurance
- Safety
- Leadership
- Documentation
Certification
- U.S. Air Force Aircraft Maintenance Technical Training
- OSHA Safety Compliance (Military Equivalent Training)
- Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) Awareness Training
- Confined Space Entry Awareness (Aviation Maintenance Operations)
- PPE & Industrial Safety Procedures Training
- Leadership & Team Supervision Training
Timeline
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Yokota AB
11.2023 - Current
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Osan AB
11.2022 - 01.2023
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Prince Sultan AB
10.2020 - 01.2024
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Shaw AFB
01.2018 - 01.2022
Associate's Degree - Military Applied Sciences
UMGC
AAS - Aviation Maintenance Technology
CCAF