David Rendon
El Paso
Summary
Aircraft Maintenance Professional with a decade of U.S. Air Force experience, specializing in aircraft fuel systems, wire maintenance, and hydraulics, currently pursuing a bachelor's in management to enhance strategic leadership skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Aircraft Maintenance Instructor/First Line Supervisor
United States Air Force
Fairchild Air Base
07.2022 - 02.2025
- Trained over 100 personnel in maintenance courses for major aircraft systems.
- Managed logistics for $9.3M in equipment, achieving zero defects during inspections.
- Led team in demilitarizing 33 aircraft, recovering $450K in serviceable components.
- Organized six events with 30 volunteers, benefiting 150K military and 80K Japanese nationals.
- Troubleshot 15+ C-130 electrical faults, ensuring timely support with limited manpower.
Aircraft Fuel Systems Craftsmen
United States Air Force
Kirtland Air Base
07.2020 - 07.2022
- Achieved 95% operational readiness by leading fuel systems team of 22 personnel.
- Oversaw maintenance for 106 aircraft, managing team of 15 effectively.
- Identified and repaired fuel leaks on 50+ aircraft, ensuring safety compliance.
- Developed checklist for confined space maintenance, ensuring regulatory adherence for 50+ tasks.
- Managed $251K Bench Stock program, passing annual inspection with zero defects.
Aircraft Fuel Systems Journeyman
United States Air Force
Kadena Airbase
12.2016 - 12.2019
- Diagnosed 1,000+ fuel system malfunctions, identified specific corrective actions, and resolved issues to restore operational efficiency.
- Identified leak classifications, analyzed paths, and conducted sealant repairs; preserved or replaced bladder cells, reducing assembly costs by $431K.
- Accomplished phase and depot level repairs, local one-time inspections and time compliance technical orders ensuring a 99% fleet readiness rating.
Assistant Construction Manager
Ramos Construction
El Paso, Texas
02.2014 - 08.2016
- Achieved 200+ building project completions through strategic oversight and collaboration.
- Reduced material waste by 15% across 50+ monitored projects.
- Completed 20+ construction projects on schedule with a zero safety incident record.
- Partnered with Construction Manager for successful commercial and residential renovations.
Education
Bachelor - Management
American Military University
05.2026
Associate of Applied Science - Aviation Maintenance Technology
Community College of the Air Force
05.2023
Skills
- Team leadership
- Communication
- Project Management
- Collaborative teamwork
- Aircraft Maintenance
- Hydraulics
- Wire/RF Cable Repair
- Logistics
- Maintenance troubleshooting
- Professionalism and integrity
Certification
- Security Clearance: Secret
- Craftsmen Inspector Certification
- Instructor Certifications Level 1
- Instructor Certifications Level 2
Timeline
Aircraft Maintenance Instructor/First Line Supervisor
United States Air Force
07.2022 - 02.2025
Aircraft Fuel Systems Craftsmen
United States Air Force
07.2020 - 07.2022
Aircraft Fuel Systems Journeyman
United States Air Force
12.2016 - 12.2019
Assistant Construction Manager
Ramos Construction
02.2014 - 08.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Aviation Maintenance Technology
Community College of the Air Force
Bachelor - Management
American Military University