Cory Tompkins

Fourteen years of management, aircraft maintenance, and supply accountability. Experienced in maintaining AC-130W, MC-130W, AC-130U, AC-130H, MC-130P, C130E, and C-130H aircraft systems. Team player with meticulous attention to detail and safety standards. Proficient in implementing and abiding by OSHA, MSDS, and PPE safety standards and Hazmat/EPA regulations. Adhered to departmental policies to include random drug testing and training requirements. Current Secret Government Security Clearance. Production management professional is knowledgeable about allocating resources, optimizing production, and increasing output with a hands-on and dedicated approach. Articulate and professional problem-solver with good relationship-building abilities. Proficient in planning and implementing innovative production strategies. A proactive production manager anticipates needs and adjusts schedules, materials, and workflow. Ready to bring expertise to a company needing a hands-on, knowledgeable, resourceful leader. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

• Trained and supervised 5 production staff over 3 years time period.
• Increased overall productivity and quality by 200% by implementing training programs designed to increase performance levels.

• Performed aircraft testing, expediting, aerospace repair, and maintenance functions; responsible for assets in excess of $1.56B Met production schedules through effective time and resource management.
• Directed shop/shift operations with planned work methods and schedules.
• Ensured personnel was fully qualified to perform all tasks effectively and safely.
• Enforced strict adherence to technical data, ground safety, MSDS, OSHA, PPE, and flight line procedures Coordinated maintenance activities with technical representatives and support facilities.
• Properly documented corrective actions in accordance with (IAW) regulations Provided input to leadership regarding human resource challenges and production concerns.
• Resolved conflicts and/or concerns at the lowest managerial level, and established and monitored maintenance and safety standards for personnel.
• Enforced strict adherence to technical data, foreign object control, and safety procedures Reviewed aircraft maintenance forms and records for completeness and accuracy.
• Inputted data into Integrated Maintenance Data System and Core Automated Maintenance System database.
• Reviewed/revised maintenance operation instructions and updated Time Compliance Technical Orders (TCTOs).
• Made recommendations to enhance the quality of maintenance procedures.
• Advised on problems as required, and diagnosed malfunctions of significant systems/sub-systems to determine the extent of repair/replacement.
• Maintained and repaired aircraft hydraulic, pneumatic, fuel, and oil systems for serviceability and operational efficiency.
• Performed adjustments, alignment, rigging, and calibration of systems. Overhauled/modified aircraft, pneudraulic and in-flight refueling systems, and ground equipment. Inspected aircraft components for proper installation, alignment, clearance, operation, evidence of wear, cracks, security, and cleanliness according to technical orders,
• Replaced/adjusted aircraft engines and system components such as flight controls, shock struts, wheel/tire assemblies, brakes, and access panels.
• Experienced with jacking and towing aircraft and conducting ISO inspections. Maintained structural integrity of airframe through corrosion prevention and identification.
• Performed end-of-runway, launch/recovery, pre, post, thru flight, and home station check inspections.
• Conducted in-depth phase operations/reviews and documented IAW regulations.
• We tested repaired components using mockups and test equipment; skilled at using micrometers, multi-meters, gauges, and other maintenance tools.
• Proficient with compressed gas operations such as nitrogen and liquid oxygen servicing carts and hydraulic test stands.
• Experienced with lock-out/tag-out procedures. Reconfigured aircraft for airdrops, medical evacuations, and humanitarian support missions.
• Familiar with aerospace ground/light equipment operations such as aircraft deicer vehicles, generators, mobile lighting units, portable heaters, tow vehicles/trailers, and jacking manifolds.
• Aerospace/Defense Supply and Logistics Controlled, issued, and maintained Composite Tool Kits (CTK) serviceability, special tools, Test, Measurement, and Diagnostic Equipment (TMDE), and technical orders. Inspected items returned from the flight-line for missing parts, cleanliness, and proper working order.
• Adhered to stringent hazardous waste and Foreign Object Debris (FOD) programs; ensured timely and safe collection, control, and disposition of waste and FOD materials.
• Requisitioned and accounted for supplies and equipment to support maintenance operations.
• Tracked and documented aircraft expendable parts and equipment using computerized databases.
• Ensured accountability of all assets through historical records and proper documentation.
• Oversaw receipt, storage, and distribution of materials; maintain the integrity of shelf-life items through periodic checks/inspections and proper storage of hazardous chemicals.
• Proficient with Due-in-for-Maintenance monitoring, PMEL calibration, and MICAP reporting.
• Cleaned aircraft components/tools IAW guidelines; ensured serviceability of parts and equipment.

• Hanger Queen Program Manager
• Jack Supervisor
• Clear Red X (All Sysytems)
• Perform IPI (All Systems)
• Sign Exceptional Release
• Cannibalization Authority
• MICAP Authority
• Cargo Preparation/Pallet Build-up
• Increment Monitor