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Dale A. Jones

Dale A. Jones

Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Middleburg,FL

Summary

Detail-oriented Aircraft Maintenance Technician (AMT) with hands-on experience diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining aircraft systems. Trained in FAA regulations, turbine and piston engines, airframe structures, and electrical systems. Strong problem-solving abilities, excellent teamwork skills, and commitment to airworthiness and compliance. Proficient in maintenance documentation systems and detailed procedures. Eager to contribute technical expertise and strong work ethic in a dynamic MRO or airline environment. Disciplined Platoon Sergeant with over ten years of military experience conducting thorough mental and physical assessments, as well as proper defense and weapons protocols. Acknowledged for strong organization and task delegation skills.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
2050
2050
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications

Work History

Component Repair Platoon Sergeant

U.S. Army
Pyeongtaek, AP
01.2023 - Current
  • As platoon sergeant for a 73-personnel component repair platoon (71 soldiers and two officers), I led daily operations with a focus on maintaining military discipline, ensuring aviation safety compliance, and ensuring mission readiness.
  • My leadership ensured strict adherence to Army protocols (AR 95-1) and FAA-aligned maintenance standards while fostering a culture of accountability and excellence.
  • I managed all administrative functions, including personnel records, family readiness programs, and strategic unit coordination to maintain peak operational efficiency.
  • With direct oversight of $9.5 million in aviation assets, I enforced rigorous maintenance schedules, achieving 100% equipment accountability and compliance.
  • My technical direction resulted in complex repairs to rotary-wing aircraft systems, optimizing workflows to meet both Army and FAA safety standards.
  • Additionally, I developed targeted training programs to improve team proficiency, reducing maintenance turnaround times by 30% and significantly enhancing unit readiness.

Aircraft Powertrain Repairer - Supervisor

U.S. Army
Pyeongtaek, AP
02.2015 - 01.2023
  • With 10 years of experience as an Aircraft Powertrain Repairer (15D) in the U.S. Army, I specialized in the maintenance, repair, and overhaul of rotary-wing aircraft powertrain systems, including primary and tail rotor assemblies, gearboxes, drive shafts, and couplings on aircraft such as the UH-60 Black Hawk, CH-47 Chinook, and AH-64 Apache.
  • I conducted detailed inspections, diagnostics, and component replacements per Army Technical Manuals and FAA standards, ensuring the aircraft's readiness and safety.
  • My role required precision in preventive maintenance, thorough recordkeeping, and strict adherence to safety protocols.
  • I also trained and supervised junior personnel, supported field maintenance in deployed environments, and collaborated with cross-functional aviation teams to troubleshoot complex issues, contributing to mission success and fleet reliability in peacetime and combat operations.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Aviation Maintenance

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Daytona Beach, FL
05-2025

Associate of Science - Aviation Maintenance

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Daytona Beach, FL
04.2001 - 05.2025

Skills

  • Airframe and Powerplant Maintenance Procedures

  • Blueprint and Technical Manual Interpretation

Operational planning

Surveillance techniques

Physical fitness

Overseeing training

Administrative support

Safety monitoring

Personnel management

Training implementation

Microsoft Excel expertise

Certification

Aviation Maintenance Technology Part 65

Accomplishments

Spearheaded $125K Infrastructure Upgrade to Improve Soldier Working Conditions
Led a year-long initiative to install a centralized air conditioning system in a high-temperature work environment supporting over 70 Soldiers. Coordinated with safety departments, senior leadership, and multiple contractors to secure bids, draft technical contract specifications, and successfully award and manage a $125,000 contract finalized in July 2025. This marked the first A/C installation in the facility’s 15-year history, where indoor temperatures consistently exceeded 92°F, significantly enhancing morale, safety, and operational efficiency.

Timeline

Aviation Maintenance Technology Part 65
05-2025

Microsoft Excel Essentials and Expert Training

11-2024

Component Repair Platoon Sergeant

U.S. Army
01.2023 - Current

Aircraft Powertrain Repairer - Supervisor

U.S. Army
02.2015 - 01.2023

Valid Drivers License

11-2010

Associate of Science - Aviation Maintenance

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
04.2001 - 05.2025

Bachelor of Science - Aviation Maintenance

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Dale A. JonesAircraft Maintenance Technician
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