Cody Foster
Hemet,CA
Summary
Experienced with helicopter maintenance, including troubleshooting and repairing mechanical systems. Utilizes diagnostic tools and technical manuals to ensure accurate repairs and maintenance. Knowledge of aviation safety regulations and best practices to maintain operational efficiency. Knowledge of COMNAVAIRFORINST4790.2E and FAA Advisory Circular 43.13-1b.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Helicopter Mechanic (CH-53)-6113
Marine Corps
MCAS Miramar, CA
09.2024 - Current
- Held billet for Visiting Aircraft Line NCO.
- Taxi incoming and outgoing aircraft to and from the Visiting Aircraft Line ramp.
- Secure, Load, and inspect cargo onto various aircraft with 3.5k, 6k, 18k, and 25k forklifts.
- Supply Ground Support Equipment (GSE) to various aircraft, to include maintenance stands (B1, B4, B5), power carts (NC-10, GAC), Lavatory disposal units, Mobile Start Units (MSU), and various tow tractors (TT-8, Tiger, T-45)
- Escort incoming and outgoing passengers to the aircraft
- Fueling various aircraft (F-18, F-35, F-5, UC-35, C-12, B737)
- Receive and record incoming Prior Permission Requests (PPR) for aircraft outside of Marine Air Groups (MAG) 11 and 16
- Provide mentoring for personal and professional development to junior Marines in accordance with MCO 1500.61
Helicopter Airframe Mechanic (UH/AH-1) (O-Level)-6154
Marine Corps
Camp Pendleton, CA
07.2019 - 09.2024
- Troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of UH-1Y/AH-1Z and AH-1W structures, hydraulics, and related symptoms at the Organizational Level.
- Maintained, inspected, and repaired helicopter hydraulic systems/system components, helicopter rotor brake systems, flight control surfaces/related components, and helicopter airframe structures/airframe components.
- Interprete technical data, including color-coded charts of helicopter hoses and lines, schematic diagrams, shop sketches, and blueprints.
- Performed component repairs using various fluids, shop tools, and precision measuring equipment.
- Performed inspections required by maintenance requirement cards/IETMs and completed necessary maintenance/repairs.
- Perform Technical Directive (TD) compliance.
- Gained related experience applicable to civilian occupations such as Aircraft Mechanic and Aircraft Engine Specialist.
- Logged maintenance/repairs into NALCOMIS/OOMA.
- Inspect and repair composite panels (carbon fiber, fiberglass)
- Follow maintenance policies, procedures, and responsibilities in accordance with the COMNAVAIRFORINST 4790.2E
Parts Specialist
Oreily's Auto Parts
Herriman, UT
08.2018 - 09.2018
Apprentice Electrician
DEA ELECTRIC
Bluffdale, UT
05.2017 - 09.2017
Education
High School Diploma -
Timpanogos High School
Orem, UT05-2018
Skills
- NALCOMIS/OOMA
- IETMs
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Ground support equipment operation
- Hydraulic systems repair
- Precision measurement tools
- Composite materials repair
- Flight control maintenance
- Effective communication
- Continuous learning attitude
Certification
- ANACI SECRET Clearance
- Navy Aviation Structural Mechanic Common Core (C-603-0175)
- Marine Corps H-1 Airframes Organizational Maintenance Training Track (685)
- Navy AH-1Z/UH-1Y Airframes/Hydraulics Organizational Maintenance (C-601-3310)
- Marine Corps WSG Structural Mechanic Core
- Navy H-1 Airframes Systems Organizational Maintenance (C-600-9363)
Timeline
Helicopter Mechanic (CH-53)-6113
Marine Corps
09.2024 - Current
Helicopter Airframe Mechanic (UH/AH-1) (O-Level)-6154
Marine Corps
07.2019 - 09.2024
Parts Specialist
Oreily's Auto Parts
08.2018 - 09.2018
Apprentice Electrician
DEA ELECTRIC
05.2017 - 09.2017
High School Diploma -
Timpanogos High School