Dalton Woods
Daytona Beach,FL
Summary
Dedicated and detail-oriented aviation professional with six years of military experience as a 15T Blackhawk helicopter mechanic and crew chief. Skilled in preventive and unscheduled maintenance, team leadership, and operational efficiency. Proven ability to ensure the readiness, safety, and reliability of multi-million-dollar aircraft while adhering to stringent safety and regulatory standards. Adept at managing Test, Measurement, and Diagnostic Equipment (TMDE), streamlining processes, and fostering collaborative teamwork in high-pressure environments.
Key Skills
• Comprehensive knowledge of helicopter systems: engines, transmissions, rotors, hydraulics, and avionics
• Preventive maintenance and troubleshooting expertise
• TMDE management and compliance with inspection schedules
• Leadership and situational awareness during flight operations
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Process optimization and operational efficiency
Professional Experience
Crew Chief | United States Army
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• Accumulated over 600 flight hours while ensuring the operational readiness and safety of Blackhawk helicopters during missions.
• Led and coordinated maintenance teams, overseeing inspections and repairs to maintain mission-critical aircraft.
• Streamlined maintenance processes, increasing operational efficiency by 30%.
• Fostered a culture of teamwork and professionalism, supporting mechanics, supervisors, and mission planners.
Blackhawk Helicopter Mechanic (15T) | United States Army
Dates of Service: [Insert Dates]
• Performed preventive and unscheduled maintenance on Blackhawk helicopters, ensuring compliance with aviation safety standards.
• Managed the company’s TMDE, overseeing calibrated tools, turn-ins, and inspection schedules to maintain operational efficiency.
• Troubleshot and repaired complex mechanical and electrical systems, contributing to optimal aircraft performance.
• Implemented preventive maintenance programs, significantly improving aircraft availability and reliability.
Additional Experience
Shipping and Receiving Clerk
• Optimized warehouse operations, improving stock management and shipment accuracy.
• Ensured seamless flow of goods through meticulous inventory tracking and error correction.
Squad Leader | United States Army
• Commanded and mentored soldiers, promoting task prioritization and leadership development.
• Maintained operational readiness of vehicles and equipment through effective cleaning and maintenance protocols.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
15T Helicopter Mechanic
US Army
Ft. Liberty, NC
01.2019 - 01.2025
- Planned work procedures using charts, technical manuals and experience.
- Adjusted sub-systems for optimal performance after installation or repair of major components.
- Analyzed engine performance through data logging and troubleshooting techniques.
- Completed standard inspections to assess wear and damage to vehicles.
- Diagnosed malfunctions utilizing technical manuals, schematics, diagnostic equipment and other available resources.
- Repaired mechanical components such as engines, transmissions, rotor systems, fuel systems and hydraulic systems.
- Reviewed work orders and discussed with supervisors.
- Inspected airframes for corrosion damage and performed repairs as necessary.
- Performed daily maintenance and inspections on helicopters, including oil changes, filter replacements and lubrication of components.
- Completed all paperwork associated with maintenance activities in a timely manner.
- Complied with all federal aviation regulations related to helicopter mechanics.
- Utilized computer programs to track inventory levels and order supplies as needed.
- Used diagnostics and troubleshooting tools to identify failures and equipment issues.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to locate source of malfunctions.
- Ensured that all work areas were kept clean and organized at all times.
- Executed corrosion control and inspection duties with minimal supervision.
- Updated maintenance and repair logs according to services performed and submitted reports to supervisors for review.
- Disassembled units and inspected parts for wear with micrometers, calipers and gauges.
- Tested repaired components for proper operation before returning them to service.
- Maintained aircraft environmental systems, oxygen systems, fire extinguishing systems and utility systems.
- Supervised and completed flight line foreign object prevention walks.
- Followed safety protocols while troubleshooting, inspecting and performing repairs.
- Attended regular safety meetings to stay abreast of industry best practices.
- Assisted in the disassembly and reassembly of aircraft for transportation purposes.
- Maintained records of inspections, maintenance and repairs performed.
- Provided guidance to junior technicians regarding complex tasks or procedures.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Completed routine maintenance and repair.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
Shipping Clerk
Clayton Signs
Forest Park, GA
09.2018 - 01.2019
- Logged inbound and outbound discrepancies for wrong products, incorrect quantities and damages.
- Monitored merchandise received and shipped from facility in computer system.
- Organized storage areas to maximize movement and minimize labor.
- Operated lift and hand trucks to transfer materials to and from target areas.
- Folded letters, circulars or other documents and inserted into envelopes for distribution.
- Packed, sealed or affixed postage to prepare materials for shipping.
- Checked customer orders, labeling and documentation prior to shipment to avoid delays.
- Compared and verified identifying information of outgoing shipments.
- Directed warehouse team in stocking merchandise, pulling orders and setting up loads.
- Tracked inventory levels, handling aspects of shipping and receiving and kept accurate records.
- Identified order discrepancies and damaged items and notified supervisor.
- Collaborated with other staff members on projects related to improving efficiency within the department.
- Examined shipment contents and compare with manifests, invoices or orders to verify accuracy.
- Prepared packages for shipping and determined most economical shipping methods.
Detail Specialist
Southern RV Supercenter
McDonough, GA
08.2017 - 09.2018
- Connected hoses or lines to pumps or other equipment.
- Adhered to safety protocols and guidelines to prevent damage to vehicles and personal injury.
- Applied waxes or masking materials to vehicles to preserve, protect or restore color or condition.
- Removed minor flaws in refinish using sanding and buffing.
- Conducted thorough interior and exterior cleaning and detailing of vehicles to enhance appearance.
- Inspected vehicle to verify pristine appearance for customer.
- Scheduled detailing appointments and managed time effectively to meet customer demands.
- Assisted in training new detailers on techniques and company procedures.
- Turned valves or disconnected hoses to eliminate water, cleaning solutions or vapors from machinery or tanks.
- Pre-soaked or rinsed machine parts, equipment, or vehicles by immersing in cleaning solutions or water.
- Trained personnel on proper use of inspection tools and techniques.
- Drove vehicles to or from workshops or customer workplaces or homes.
- Employed high-pressure wash systems for pre-cleaning and final rinse-off.
- Kept detailed records of services performed on each vehicle for billing and tracking purposes.
- Utilized special-purpose cleaners to foster lasting cleanliness of vehicles.
- Detailed wheels, tires, and undercarriage to remove dirt and brake dust.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ola High School
McDonough, GA05-2017
Skills
- Aviation test equipment expertise
- Effective communication
- Documenting information
- Helicopter systems expertise
- Aircraft inspection
- Inventory control practices
- Monitoring safety
- Continuous learning attitude
- Emergency response protocols
- Helicopter maintenance
- Safety protocols
- Information recordkeeping
- Shipping and receiving
- Pallet building
- Materials transport
- Workplace cleanliness
- Loading and unloading
- Labeling accuracy
- Mentoring
- Attention to detail
- Complaint resolution
- Risk management
- Problem-solving
- Leadership
Accomplishments
- Two Army Achievement Medals
- Army Air Medal
Certification
- Light and Heavy military vehicle licenses
Timeline
15T Helicopter Mechanic
US Army
01.2019 - 01.2025
Shipping Clerk
Clayton Signs
09.2018 - 01.2019
Detail Specialist
Southern RV Supercenter
08.2017 - 09.2018
- Light and Heavy military vehicle licenses
High School Diploma -
Ola High School
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