Derek Ramseyer
Summary
Highly accomplished Aviation Technician (AT1) with 7+ years of progressive leadership experience in high‑tempo Navy aviation environments. Proven expert in avionics troubleshooting, team leadership, quality assurance, aircraft maintenance, and technical training. Recognized repeatedly as a top performer, leading teams of up to 182 Sailors and driving mission readiness rates as high as 98% Ready-For-Issue rate across multiple squadrons and Carrier Air Wings. Trusted supervisor known for exceptional technical skill, meticulous management, and a strong commitment to safety, training, and operational excellence.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Avionics Supervisor
US Navy
FRC Norfolk, VA
12.2024 - 09.2026
- x Completed 684 maintenance actions, including 283 special inspections, supporting 1,078 sorties and 2,716 flight hours with a 99% sortie completion rate. x
- Coordinated advanced troubleshooting and repair of aircraft electronic systems, enhancing operational readiness.
- Managed inventory of avionics components, optimizing stock levels for operational demands.
- Worked with OEMs on emerging issues to maintain safety and airworthiness.
Avionics Lead
US Navy
FRC Norfolk, VA
09.2023 - 12.2024
- Led avionics troubleshooting and repair operations, ensuring systems met operational standards.
- Coordinated maintenance schedules for avionics systems to enhance aircraft readiness and reliability.
- Mentored 27 junior technicians in avionics principles and best practices, resulting in 8 OJT training completions, and increasing work center effectiveness by 37%.
- Developed and implemented standard operating procedures for avionics inspections, improving workflow efficiency.
Shift Supervisor
US Navy
HSC-11 (MH-60) Norfolk, VA
07.2020 - 08.2023
- Supervised teams of 6–12 technicians maintaining six to eight MH‑60S aircraft, completing over 961 discrepancies, 425 special inspections, and 54 technical directives, supporting 2,754 flight hours including NATO exercises Neptune Shield and Neptune Strike.
- Qualified and mentored CDIs, CDQARs, Plane Captains, and journeymen, reducing workload by 23% and contributing to multiple Sailor advancements.
- Managed IMRL/METCAL programs with 100% accountability of 165+ assets; ensured flawless Laser Safety Program execution with zero mishaps.
- Led detachment maintenance supporting 597+ flight hours.
Corrosion Technician
US Navy
HSC-11 (MH-60) Norfolk, VA
10.2018 - 07.2020
- Completed 684 maintenance actions, including 283 special inspections, supporting 1,078 sorties and 2,716 flight hours with a 99% sortie completion rate.
- Conducted corrosion inspections using specialized tools and techniques to ensure equipment integrity.
- Assisted in the development of corrosion prevention strategies by analyzing material performance data.
- Supported maintenance teams by applying protective coatings to prevent deterioration of naval assets.
- Documented inspection results and maintenance activities in compliance with military standards and regulations.
Education
Dalton Local Schools
06-2018
Skills
- Performance evaluation and feedback
- Communication systems
- Organizational and planning skills
- Professionalism and integrity
- Navigation systems expertise
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Flight control systems
- Preventative maintenance planning
- Ground support equipment operation
- Deadline management
- Budgeting and financial management
- Fuel system management
- Resource allocation and scheduling
- Technical documentation mastery
- Project management
- Six sigma methodologies
- Instrumentation calibration
- Lean manufacturing principles
- Conflict resolution strategies
- Environmental control systems
- Schematics interpretation
- Problem solving techniques
- Hardware integration expertise
- Root cause analysis techniques
- Regulatory compliance
- Training and development coordination
- Quality assurance monitoring
- Aircraft maintenance supervision
- Computer literacy and software
- Power distribution systems expertise
- Electrical system management
- Inventory control and ordering
- Multitasking and prioritization
- System testing procedures
- Avionics troubleshooting
- Routine maintenance
- Software programming proficiency
- Hand and power tools
- Onboard computer systems management
- Electrical equipment repair
- Electrical wiring repair
- Wiring diagrams
- Troubleshooting skills
- Testing equipment use
- Circuit wiring
- Safety procedures
- Electrical testing
- New system installations
- System troubleshooting
- Maintenance documentation
- Training and mentoring
- Scheduled maintenance
- Diagnostic equipment operation
- Equipment calibration
- Nose-to-tail inspections
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Adaptability and flexibility
Timeline
Avionics Supervisor
US Navy
12.2024 - 09.2026
Avionics Lead
US Navy
09.2023 - 12.2024
Shift Supervisor
US Navy
07.2020 - 08.2023
Corrosion Technician
US Navy
10.2018 - 07.2020
Dalton Local Schools