David Hainley
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Seasoned Aircrew Flight Equipment Flight Chief with a distinguished career in the United States Air Force, adept in troubleshooting and repair alongside exceptional leadership qualities. Excelled in managing high-value assets and fostering professional development, demonstrating unparalleled expertise in equipment maintenance and effective communication. Proven track record in enhancing operational efficiency and team performance.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
AIRCREW FLIGHT EQUIPMENT FLIGHT CHIEF
United States Air Force
10.2016 - Current
- Managed iPads/TODO program, issuing, setup, troubleshooting and monitoring
- Controlled and managed, wireless network and laptop equipment.
- Provided top-notch technical support for all employees, resolving issues quickly and efficiently.
- Assessed individual skills of team and delegated daily tasks based on strengths
- Supervised, evaluated, trained and motivated 9 aircraft flight equipment technicians
- Supported maintenance, modification and inspection of equipment for A-10C pilots
- Managed professional growth and development of 9 enlisted personnel by scheduling training and managing CBT schedules
AIRCREW FLIGHT EQUIPMENT QUALITY ASSURANCE
United States Air Force
01.2014 - 10.2016
- Diagnosed faults and developed resolution plans
- Managed test equipment and facilities valued at $4.5M
- Stored and disposed of hazardous materials based upon environmental standards
- Evaluated equipment issues to determine if repair work could be easily completed or if items needed to be replaced
- Managed and scheduled inspections for assigned aircrew flight equipment
- Maintained repair logs to document all corrective and preventive maintenance
- Observed strict safety procedures and precautions, advising other personnel to do same
- Coordinated and distributed exposure and contamination control procedures
AIRCREW FLIGHT EQUIPMENT JOURNEYMAN
United States Air Force
03.2012 - 01.2014
- Maintained, inspected, adjusted, and packed aircrew flight equipment
- Documented all inspection and maintenance actions in computer data system, IMDS, and FERMS
- Coordinated and distributed exposure and contamination control procedures
- Packed and adjusted flight helmets, oxygen masks, parachutes and flotation devices for transport
AIRCREW FLIGHT EQUIPMENT APPRENTICE
United States Air Force
09.2010 - 03.2012
- Prepared worksite by setting up required tools and supplies
- Completed comprehensive Aircrew Flight Equipment apprenticeship program, successfully learning essential trade skills
- Evaluated equipment issues to determine if repair work could be easily completed or if items needed replaced
- Operated power tools, gauges and testing equipment to adjust, repair, and replace faulty components
Education
High School Diploma -
Desert View High School
Tucson, AZ05-2006
Associate of Science - Aircrew Flight Equipment
Air University
Montgomery, AL05.2025
Skills
- Troubleshooting and repair
- IT troubleshooting
- Hazardous Material Handling
- Software updates
- Inspection documentation
- Software installation
- Chutes repacking
- Technical support
- Quality assurance checks
- System administration
- Written and verbal communication
- Hardware updates
- Equipment testing
- Equipment Maintenance
- Preventive Maintenance
- Technical manual interpretation
- Parts inspection
- Workload prioritization
Certification
- Life Sciences Equipment Investigation Certification
- Program Manager Certification
- Aircrew Safety Systems Technology Certification
Accomplishments
- 2011 ACC Aircrew Flight Equipment Airman of the Year
- 2011 Month of May Airman of455 EOG
- 2014944 Fighter Wing Airman of the Year
- 2014924 FG Airman of the2nd Quarter
- 2015924 OSF NCO of the4th Quarter
- 2015924 OSF NCO of the Year
- 2016924 FG NCO of the3rd Quarter
- 201847 FS Annual Tour Outstanding Performer
- 2022924 OSF SNCO of the2 Quarter
Timeline
AIRCREW FLIGHT EQUIPMENT FLIGHT CHIEF
United States Air Force
10.2016 - Current
AIRCREW FLIGHT EQUIPMENT QUALITY ASSURANCE
United States Air Force
01.2014 - 10.2016
AIRCREW FLIGHT EQUIPMENT JOURNEYMAN
United States Air Force
03.2012 - 01.2014
AIRCREW FLIGHT EQUIPMENT APPRENTICE
United States Air Force
09.2010 - 03.2012
Associate of Science - Aircrew Flight Equipment
Air University
- Life Sciences Equipment Investigation Certification
- Program Manager Certification
- Aircrew Safety Systems Technology Certification
High School Diploma -
Desert View High School
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