Diego Santos Ambrosio
Summary
Highly skilled and dedicated Aviation Structural Mechanic with over 5 years of experience in F-18 E/F/G Fighter Jets organizational level maintenance. I am seeking a challenging position where I can leverage my expertise and leadership abilities as a mentor and supervisor to contribute to the efficiency and excellence of an aviation maintenance team. Committed to upholding the highest standards of safety, quality, and professionalism while striving for continuous improvement and fostering a culture of excellence.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Aviation structural mechanic 3
JRB New Orleans
Belle Chasse, LA
09.2023 - Current
- Performing maintenance operations on F-18 aircraft, aircraft equipment, and components, in accordance all applicable directives
- Read and interpreted schematics, assembly drawings, process specifications, technical manuals, written instructions, test procedures, etc
- Removed and replaced aircraft panels, components, assemblies, and sealing compounds
- Documented maintenance and repair actions, equipment status tags, logs, parts requests, according with local guidelines.
- Perform assigned duties while wearing required personal safety equipment
- complied with all rules and regulations concerning health and safety, tool control, FOD control, and all training and certification requirements.
- Enhanced aircraft safety by performing thorough inspections and maintenance of structural components.
Aviation structural mechanic
Electronic Attack Squadron 137
NAS Whidbey Island
10.2021 - 08.2023
- Managed work center of 28 individuals to perform maintenance on aircraft to allow continuously increasing flight operations scheduled to be executed
- Enhanced aircraft safety by performing thorough inspections and maintenance of structural components.
- Reduced downtime for aircraft repairs through efficient troubleshooting and diagnosis of structural issues.
- Maintain and repair a wide range of aircraft structural components, ensuring their optimal functionality and safety
- Performed performance management by having quarterly evaluations for subordinates for continuous improvement
- Conduct inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs on various onboard systems, including hydraulic pumps, auxiliary power systems, and more
- Perform regular maintenance and service on critical aircraft parts such as landing gear, brakes, pneumatic systems, and related components
- Inspect and replace hydraulic system components to ensure proper operation and prevent potential failures
- Repair and maintain aircraft fuselage, wings, wheels and tires, controls, and mechanisms to meet industry standards and safety regulations
- Assisted with Installing and rigging aircraft flight control surfaces, ensuring precise and reliable control during flight operations
- Thoroughly conducted daily, preflight, postflight, and other types of aircraft inspections to identify and address any potential issues or defects
- Conducted flight operation and schedule maintenance afloat.
Aviation Structural Mechanic
Naval Aviation Warfighting Development Center
Fallon, NV
01.2019 - 09.2021
- Maintained and repaired a wide range of aircraft structural components
- Conducted inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs on various onboard systems and related components
- Perform regular maintenance and service on critical aircraft parts such as landing gear, brakes, pneumatic systems, and related components
- Assisted in installing and rigging aircraft flight control surfaces, ensuring precise and reliable control during flight operations
- Thoroughly conducted daily, preflight, postflight, and other types of aircraft inspections to identify and address any potential issues or defects
- Played a vital role in preventing and mitigating corrosion damage to aircraft structures and components
- Conducted regular inspections and applied corrosion prevention treatments to safeguard the aircraft's integrity
- Managed the handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials in compliance with safety regulations
- Conducted thorough inspections and audits to ensure proper storage and labeling of hazardous materials
- Trained personnel on HAZMAT handling protocols and provided guidance on proper waste disposal methods
- Responded to emergency situations involving hazardous material spills and leaks
- Worked as part of the emergency reclamation team to contain and clean up hazardous materials in accordance with established protocols
- Participated in training exercises and drills to enhance emergency response capabilities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Nevada, Reno
Reno, NV05.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Foreign Language
University of Nevada, Reno
Reno, NV05.2025
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Western Nevada College
Carson City, NV01.2023
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Western Nevada College
Carson City, NV05.2023
Aviation Structural Mechanic Organizational Level -
Center For Naval Aviation Technical Training (CNATT)
Pensacola, FLF-18 Aircraft Corrosion Course -
Center For Naval Aviation Technical Training
Lemoore, CASkills
- Secret Clearance
- HAZMAT Handling
- Hydraulic Equipment Installation
- Tool Control Management
- Equipment Maintenance
- Maintenance Documentation
- Technical Manual Interpretation
- Aircraft Inspections
- Corrosion Control Techniques
- Structural Modification
- Troubleshooting Skills
- Hydraulic Systems Maintenance
References
- Manuel Aguilar, (360) 821-4186, Colleague – Naval Aviation Warfighting Development Center
- Raymond Doyle, (267) 987-9635, Supervisor- Naval Aviation Warfighting Development Center
- George Toyama, (626) 905-4610, Colleague- VAQ 137
Timeline
Aviation structural mechanic 3
JRB New Orleans
09.2023 - Current
Aviation structural mechanic
Electronic Attack Squadron 137
10.2021 - 08.2023
Aviation Structural Mechanic
Naval Aviation Warfighting Development Center
01.2019 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Nevada, Reno
Bachelor of Arts - Foreign Language
University of Nevada, Reno
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Western Nevada College
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Western Nevada College
Aviation Structural Mechanic Organizational Level -
Center For Naval Aviation Technical Training (CNATT)
F-18 Aircraft Corrosion Course -
Center For Naval Aviation Technical Training