David Platt
Harrisburg,PA
Summary
To further my skills learned in the military to a fulfilling career
Trained, professional aircraft maintainer, with a SECRET security clearance with more than 10 years of experience in areas such as: attention to detail, training peers, performance under pressure, and adaptability.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Aerospace Propulsion Craftsman/Staff Sergeant
Pennsylvania Air National Guard
Middletown, PA
08.2021 - Current
- Maintains fleet of 7 C-130J/ 35+ Rolls Royce AE2100D engines, and associated dowty propellers
- Performs scheduled/unscheduled inspections, troubleshooting, TCTOs, repairs and operational checks to ensure combat-ready mission capability
- Documents all maintenance in forms as well as Integrated Maintenance Data System
- Utilizes federal supply systems to effectively order aircraft parts, support equipment items, and shop supplies as required
- Oversees multiple additional programs to include; support equipment, safety, and shop security
- Creates monthly training plans with fellow full-time technician/AGR members to directly train and supervise guardsmen on drill weekends.
Service Technician
Hellers Gas
Jonestown, PA
07.2020 - 07.2021
- Performed installation, removal, maintenance, diagnostics, and repair tasks for propane tanks, supply systems, and appliances.
- Prepared work orders, invoices and other related documentation for work performed by adhering to company and industry standards.
- Educated customers on safe and proper operation, maintenance, and safety procedures.
- Ensured the integrity of supply systems and equipment through meticulous inspections and leak tests.
- Acted as liaison between customers and service branches to address questions, concerns, or complaints.
Assembly Line Leader
Harley Davidson Motor Co.
York, PA
12.2018 - 06.2020
- Lead assembly line technicians in the production of Harley Davidson motorcycles and provided assistance and breaks as needed
- Repaired and reported any defects to engineers and supervision in final assembly prior to shipment to ensure a quality product
- Recommended modifications or improvements to existing machinery or tools used in production operations.
- Identified areas of improvement in production workflow processes based on feedback from team members.
Aircraft Maintenance Journeyman/Staff Sergeant
Unites States Air Force
Offutt Air Force Base, NE
02.2015 - 08.2018
- Maintained fleet of 18 assigned RC/TC/WC/OC-135 aircraft, which are the only of their kind in the world conducting ISR missions
- Performed routine maintenance inspections, refueling/defueling operations, aircraft jacking, towing, operational checks, and repairs on all systems to include hydraulics, brakes, electronics, fuel systems, and engines
- Documented all maintenance in aircraft forms and Integrated Maintenance Data System online
- Directly supervised and trained subordinates on maintenance procedures and guidelines
- Proficient in the use of hand tools, electronic tools, test equipment and technical orders.
Aircraft Maintenance Apprentice/ Airman First Class
Kadena Air Base
Japan
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Maintained $712.8 fleet of KC-135R/T aircraft performing long range support missions in the Pacific Theater for US/Allied forces
- Performed routine maintenance inspections, refueling/defueling operations, aircraft jacking, towing, operational checks, and repairs on all systems
- Documented all maintenance in aircraft forms and CAMS
- Deployed to Al Udeid AB, Qatar, maintaining fleet of 40+ KC-135 aircraft in support of Operation Enduring Freedom
- Participated in multiple temporary deployments to Guam, Diego Garcia, South Korea and Alaska; carrying out bombing, ISR, and support missions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lower Dauphin High School
Hummelstown, PA06-2010
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Training peers
- Performance under pressure
- Adaptability
- Aircraft maintenance
- Scheduled/unscheduled inspections
- Troubleshooting
- Repairs
- Operational checks
- Support equipment
- Shop supplies
- Overseeing programs
- Safety
- Training plans
- Electronic tools
- Test equipment
- Technical orders
Specialty Training
- Aircraft Maintenance Fundamentals, Sheppard AFB, TX - 2012
- C-135 platform Maintenance, Sheppard AFB, TX – 2012
- Phase 1/Phase 2 C-135 training, Kadena AB, Japan – 2013
- Advanced Troubleshooting Training. Offutt AFB, NE – 2016
- Engine Operation training – Offutt AFB, NE – 2018
- Aerospace Propulsion (H-shred) – Sheppard AFB, TX - 2022
- Rolls Royce Level I/II AE2100D3 course - 2024
Professional Development
- Operational Risk Management Training – 2012
- First Air/CPR Certified - 2012
- Occupational Safety Health Standards Training – 2013
- Informational Security Training – 2013
- Airman Leadership School – 2017
- NCO Leadership Development Program – 2022
- OSHA 10hr course - 2023
Timeline
Aerospace Propulsion Craftsman/Staff Sergeant
Pennsylvania Air National Guard
08.2021 - Current
Service Technician
Hellers Gas
07.2020 - 07.2021
Assembly Line Leader
Harley Davidson Motor Co.
12.2018 - 06.2020
Aircraft Maintenance Journeyman/Staff Sergeant
Unites States Air Force
02.2015 - 08.2018
Aircraft Maintenance Apprentice/ Airman First Class
Kadena Air Base
01.2013 - 01.2015
High School Diploma -
Lower Dauphin High School