Skilled Aircraft Mechanic knowledgeable in all areas of RQ-7B V2 aircraft. Adept at performing in-process and final aircraft inspections with commitment to unfailing accuracy and safety.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Aircraft Mechanic (WG-10)
ILARNG
Peoria, IL
01.2018 - Current
Inspected aircraft and associated equipment to determine nature and extent of repairs to be made using applicable Technical Manuals.
Troubleshoots and repairs malfunctions in Unmanned Aircraft Systems electrical, avionics, radio frequency, propulsion, fuel, optical payload, and weapon systems components including solid state and transistorized subsystems according to pertinent technical manuals, directives and safety procedures.
applied corrosion control measures in effecting repairs.
Monitored and complied with all aircraft and equipment ASAMs, AMAMs, MIMs, SOFs, and MWOs.
Maintained references and manuals.
Completed aircraft forms and records, required reports and supply requests.
Coordinated and planed Maintenance workflow.
Performed computer and network troubleshooting and repair.
Maintained benchstock and ordered necessary parts for maintenance activities.
Maintained hangar equipment and special tools to include: torque wrenches, pressure gauges, multimeters, digital protractors, pitot static test sets, identify friendly foe (IFF) test sets, and fuel flow meters and digital displays.
Performed inspections and work order repairs of support vehicles.
Managed and administered multiple QA programs to include the Automated Weight Balance System (AWBS), AASF #3 Publications Account and Master Library, Safety-of-Flight (SOF) and Aviation Safety Action Message (ASAM) programs.
Prepared recommendations on the resolution of deficiencies affecting production or maintenance quality.
Served as the Quality Assurance authority and lead Technical Inspector for the AASF UAS program.
Performed command directed quality inspections and special inspections for all aspects of aircraft and associated equipment.
Maintained aircraft weight and balance records and verifies compliance.
Served as point of contact for AMCOM, FSR, and supported unit on matters of UAS logistical services.
Developed maintenance plans to maximize AASF UAS services to maintain aircraft readiness.
Assigns and manages user identification codes and passwords for individuals and updates, as needed, for access to ACN.
Provided technical support on ACN logbooks, workstations, and data manager. Support included software associated with each laptop and operating software and hardware issues.
Perform pre-flight checks, loading of aircraft, engine starts, final walk around, and launching of aircraft.
Executed recovery and post flight inspections of aircraft and Properly documented all required entries post flight.
Complied with all AASF and Army safety programs and requlations.
RQ-7 Repairer /Team Chief (National Guard)
ILARNG
Peoria, IL
03.2015 - 01.2023
Mentored and guided subordinate personnel to foster proper completion of assigned duties.
Provides technical guidance to subordinate personnel.
Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
Serves as a crew chief for launch and recovery operations.
Monitored hazardous material control and storage.
Alters or modifies material according to DA approved modification work orders.
Removes and installs unmanned aircraft system subassemblies.
Performs inspections and periodic maintenance on the aircraft, ground control station, and ground data terminal.
Responsible for the health, welfare, professional development, and training of three enlisted UAS maintainers
Supervises the removal, installation, and reconfiguration of aircraft systems as needed.
CH-47 Repairer (National Guard)
ILARNG
Peoria, IL
01.2023 - Current
Installs aircraft subsystem assemblies such as engines, rotors, gearboxes, transmissions, mechanical flight controls and their components.
Services and lubricates aircraft and their subsystems.
Performs scheduled inspections and assists in performing special inspections.
Performs limited maintenance operational checks and assists in diagnosing and troubleshooting aircraft subsystems.