Derrick Akina-Reinhardt
Patuxent River,MD
Summary
Focused Aviation Structural Mechanic with 8+ years background supervising and performing daily and scheduled/unscheduled aircraft maintenance on EA-18G, P-8A, and E-2D type aircraft. Specialties include hydraulic systems, subsystems, structural repairs and inspections. Proficient in emergency response protocols and tool and equipment management and maintenance. Adept at working quickly and accurately to complete repair and maintenance actions under tight deadlines. Familiar with scheduled maintenance procedures, preventive actions and emergency repairs. Always looking to take on more challenging tasks and support team needs. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EA-18G Aviation Structural Mechanic
DFAS CLEVELAND
03.2016 - 07.2017
- Performed daily postflight, preflight and other periodic inspections.
- Maintained instrumentation for fuel quantity, altimeters and oil pressure indication.
- Maintained main and auxiliary hydraulic power systems, actuating subsystems and landing gear on EA-18G growler aircraft.
- Removed corrosion and deposits on special surfaces and restored using manufacturers' protocols.
- Disassembled and inspected hydraulic systems and replaced worn components.
- Performed daily flight line preflight and post-fight aircraft inspections of hydraulic systems and flight control surfaces.
- Serviced pressure accumulators, emergency air bottles, oleo struts, reservoirs and master brake cylinders.
- Conducted airframe, airfoils and flight controls maintenance and logged actions in aircraft log.
- Inspected aircraft daily to assess airworthiness.
- Updated logs and filled out maintenance reports with high accuracy and efficiency.
- Performed routine equipment inspections and maintained and completed corrective actions by referring to workbooks and technical publications to determine specifications.
- Completed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on EA-18G growler aircraft.
EA-18G Aviation Structural Mechanic
DFAS CLEVELAND
07.2017 - 06.2019
- Performed daily postflight, preflight and other periodic inspections.
- Maintained instrumentation for fuel quantity, altimeters and oil pressure indication.
- Maintained main and auxiliary hydraulic power systems, actuating subsystems and landing gear on EA-18G growler aircraft.
- Removed corrosion and deposits on special surfaces and restored using manufacturers' protocols.
- Disassembled and inspected hydraulic systems and replaced worn components.
- Performed daily flight line preflight and post-fight aircraft inspections of hydraulic systems and flight control surfaces.
- Serviced pressure accumulators, emergency air bottles, oleo struts, reservoirs and master brake cylinders.
- Conducted airframe, airfoils and flight controls maintenance and logged actions in aircraft log.
- Inspected aircraft daily to assess airworthiness.
- Updated logs and filled out maintenance reports with high accuracy and efficiency.
- Performed routine equipment inspections and maintained and completed corrective actions by referring to workbooks and technical publications to determine specifications.
- Recorded inspection and maintenance actions using log books, computer terminals and other technical applications.
- Completed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on EA-18G growler aircraft.
- Serviced and repaired fuel, electrical, hydraulic and other aircraft systems.
- Prepared, inventoried and recorded aircraft parts and components to prevent corrosion, failure and misuse.
P-8A Aviation Structural Mechanic
DFAS CLEVELAND
09.2019 - 09.2021
- Performed daily postflight, preflight and other periodic inspections.
- Maintained instrumentation for fuel quantity, altimeters and oil pressure indication.
- Maintained main and auxiliary hydraulic power systems, actuating subsystems and landing gear on P-8A Poseidon aircraft.
- Maintained various aircraft systems such as seat and canopy ejections, gaseous and liquid oxygen and life raft ejection.
- Removed corrosion and deposits on special surfaces and restored using manufacturers' protocols.
- Disassembled and inspected hydraulic systems and replaced worn components.
- Performed daily flight line preflight and post-fight aircraft inspections of hydraulic systems and flight control surfaces.
- Serviced pressure accumulators, emergency air bottles, oleo struts, reservoirs and master brake cylinders.
- Conducted airframe, airfoils and flight controls maintenance and logged actions in aircraft log.
- Installed, rigged and removed flight control surfaces.
- Inspected aircraft daily to assess airworthiness.
- Updated logs and filled out maintenance reports with high accuracy and efficiency.
- Performed routine equipment inspections and maintained and completed corrective actions by referring to workbooks and technical publications to determine specifications.
- Completed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on and P-8A Poseidon aircraft.
- Serviced and repaired fuel, electrical, hydraulic and other aircraft systems.
- Rigged and adjusted flight controls.
E-2D/P-8A Aviation Structural Mechanic
DFAS CLEVELAND
09.2021 - 04.2023
- Read and interpreted manufacturer and airline maintenance manuals, service bulletins and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components.
- Installed, rigged and removed flight control surfaces and fabricated and assembled metal components to make repairs to aircraft's skin.
- Completed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on E-2D Hawkeye and P-8A Poseidon aircraft.
- Updated logs and filled out maintenance reports with high accuracy and efficiency.
- Maintained instrumentation for fuel quantity, altimeters and oil pressure indication.
- Serviced and repaired fuel, electrical, hydraulic and other aircraft systems.
- Performed daily postflight, preflight and other periodic inspections.
- Coordinated parts and material requisitions to expedite aircraft maintenance and repairs.
- Inspected aircraft daily to assess airworthiness.
- Serviced pressure accumulators, emergency air bottles, oleo struts, reservoirs and master brake cylinders.
- Prepared, inventoried and recorded aircraft parts and components to prevent corrosion, failure and misuse.
- Disassembled and inspected hydraulic systems and replaced worn components.
- Rigged and adjusted flight controls.
- Conducted airframe, airfoils and flight controls maintenance and logged actions in aircraft log.
- Removed corrosion and deposits on special surfaces and restored using manufacturers' protocols.
- Performed routine equipment inspections and maintained and completed corrective actions by referring to workbooks and technical publications to determine specifications.
- Worked within guidelines established by internal, manufacturer and regulatory authorities.
- Maintained main and auxiliary hydraulic power systems, actuating subsystems and landing gear on E-2D Hawkeye and P-8A Poseidon aircraft.
- Performed daily flight line preflight and post-fight aircraft inspections of hydraulic systems and flight control surfaces.
- Maintained main and auxiliary hydraulic power systems, actuating subsystems and landing gear on E-2D Hawkeye and P-8A Poseidon aircraft.
- Recorded inspection and maintenance actions using log books, computer terminals and other technical applications.
- Completed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on E-2D Hawkeye and P-8A Poseidon aircraft.
- Extracted components from aircraft for bench analysis and testing.
P-8A Aircraft Mechanic 3
Vertex Aerospace/V2X
06.2023 - Current
- Increased aircraft reliability by performing thorough inspections, diagnosing issues, and repairing or replacing necessary components.
- Maintained safety standards by adhering to FAA regulations and company policies during routine maintenance and repairs.
- Reduced downtime for aircraft by efficiently completing scheduled maintenance tasks within allotted timeframes.
- Collaborated with team members on complex repairs, ensuring successful completion of projects and minimizing delays in aircraft availability.
- Enhanced troubleshooting skills through continuous learning and professional development, staying up-to-date with industry advancements and best practices.
- Supported operational readiness by conducting comprehensive pre-flight and post-flight inspections to ensure proper functioning of aircraft systems.
- Ensured accurate recordkeeping of all maintenance activities, facilitating smooth audits and regulatory compliance checks.
- Assisted colleagues with technical guidance as needed, fostering a collaborative environment focused on shared success.
- Participated in regular safety training sessions to maintain current knowledge of industry regulations and best practices.
- Performed corrosion control measures on various aircraft components, preserving structural integrity and prolonging service life.
- Optimized inventory management by accurately tracking parts usage and proactively ordering replacements when needed.
- Addressed emergency repair situations promptly, mitigating potential hazards and ensuring minimal disruption to flight schedules.
- Conducted detailed engine inspections, identifying wear patterns early to prevent costly damage or failures down the road.
- Implemented effective tools organization strategies within the workspace, promoting a clean working environment conducive to high productivity levels.
- Provided quality assurance oversight for fellow mechanics'' work, ensuring adherence to established standards and procedures.
- Developed strong working relationships with pilots and flight crews, fostering open communication channels to address any concerns or questions about aircraft performance.
- Performed aircraft maintenance for scheduled preventive actions and unscheduled requirements.
- Maintained all aircraft in accordance with organizational maintenance requirements.
- Removed and installed aircraft subsystem assemblies such as engines, rotors, gearboxes, transmissions, and mechanical flight controls.
- Operated power tools, gauges and testing equipment to adjust, repair, and replace faulty components in aircrafts.
- Maintained repair logs to document all corrective and preventive aircraft maintenance.
- Maintained orderly and safe work environment by enforcing tool control and FOD awareness, prevention, and safety at all times.
- Performed aircraft corrosion control procedures.
- Recorded maintenance actions in aircraft logbooks.
- Maintained orderly and safe work environment by enforcing tool control and FOD awareness, prevention, and safety.
- Assisted with aircraft and equipment transport and movement.
- Maintained, repaired and rebuilt aircraft structures and fuel, electrical, and oxygen systems.
- Operated support equipment and flight line vehicles.
- Monitored parts department and placed orders for maintenance supplies on consistent basis.
- Obtained fuel and oil samples to check for contamination.
- Used leveling compounds and scotch casts to seal parts, assemblies, and sub-assemblies.
- Troubleshot mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems and tested equipment following repairs.
- Collaborated with colleagues in developing and refining maintenance procedures.
Education
High School Diploma -
H.P. Baldwin High
Wailuku, HI05.2015
EA-18G Airframe Basics
Center For Naval Aviation Technical Training (CNATT)
Pensacola, FL03.2016
P-8A Advanced Technical Training
Center For Naval Aviation Technical Training (CNATT)
Jacksonville, FL07.2019
E-2C/E-2D Advanced Technical Training
Center For Naval Aviation Technical Training (CNATT)
Norfolk, VA08.2021
Skills
- Equipment Maintenance
- Hydraulic Components
- Tool Control Management
- Stretching Fabric
- Aircraft Equipment Installation
- Hydraulic Equipment Installation
- Aircraft Inspections
- Aircraft Launch
- Aircraft Recovery
- HAZMAT Familiarity
- Aircraft Forms and Documentation
- Preventative Maintenance
- Fuel Systems
- Removing Components
- Record Maintenance Systems
- Aircraft Servicing
- Military Maintenance Standards
- Corrective Actions
- Safety Requirements
- Aircraft Movements
- Mechanical Systems Knowledge
- Secret Security Clearance
- Aircraft Repair and Maintenance
- Replace Defective Parts
- Contamination Removal
- Lubrication Systems
- Inspect Airframes
Certification
- ***ACTIVE SECRET CLEARANCE***
- EA-18G Growler Plane Captain, Structural Mechanic & Corrosion Technician, USN; 2016-2019
- E-2D Hawkeye Aviation Structural Mechanic Journeyman, USN; 2021 - Current
- P-8A Poseidon Aviation Structural Mechanic Journeyman, USN; 2019 - Current
Timeline
P-8A Aircraft Mechanic 3
Vertex Aerospace/V2X
06.2023 - Current
E-2D/P-8A Aviation Structural Mechanic
DFAS CLEVELAND
09.2021 - 04.2023
P-8A Aviation Structural Mechanic
DFAS CLEVELAND
09.2019 - 09.2021
EA-18G Aviation Structural Mechanic
DFAS CLEVELAND
07.2017 - 06.2019
EA-18G Aviation Structural Mechanic
DFAS CLEVELAND
03.2016 - 07.2017
High School Diploma -
H.P. Baldwin High
EA-18G Airframe Basics
Center For Naval Aviation Technical Training (CNATT)
P-8A Advanced Technical Training
Center For Naval Aviation Technical Training (CNATT)
E-2C/E-2D Advanced Technical Training
Center For Naval Aviation Technical Training (CNATT)
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