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Dillon Shields

Bremerton,WA

Summary

Accomplished Aviation Boatswain's Mate, Equipment with a proven track record in the United States Navy, USN, excelling in operational risk management and team leadership. Demonstrated expertise in electrical troubleshooting and preventive maintenance, significantly enhancing aircraft readiness and safety. Skilled in coordinating high-stakes operations, achieving over 95% on-time launch success rate through effective communication and technical proficiency. Talented Aircraft Maintenance Technician with team-player mentality and safety-driven approach. Knowledgeable about completing inspections, reading technical documentation and installing new systems. Highly skilled hydrulic mechanic with 5 years in aviation maintenance industry. Repaired and maintained aircraft engines, flight systems and avionics at large MRO facility. Exceptional technical skills and attention to detail leading to management and client satisfaction. Seasoned E-5Aviation Boatswain's Mate, Equipment offering 5 years of U.S. Navy experience. Gifted in communicating with team members, handling simultaneous tasks and contributing to team success. Detail-oriented and decisive leader. Proven skill running and maintaining equipment, organizing mission plans and delivering high-quality training. Teaches important situational awareness skills to personnel for safety and operational success. Vigilant, steadfast and resourceful professional. Operates independently or in team-based environment to keep aircraft moving efficiently. Competent with take-off, landing and emergency recovery procedures. Skilled using related hand or power tools to complete daily tasks and special projects. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Aviation Boatswain's Mate, Equipment

United States Navy, USN
09.2019 - 09.2024
  • Performed scheduled and unscheduled inspections to check flight readiness of aircraft.
  • Operated power tools, gauges and testing equipment to adjust, repair, and replace faulty components in aircrafts.
  • Removed components such as landing gear, engines, and flight control.
  • Performed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on diverse aircraft engines, avionics and hydraulics.
  • Maintained repair logs to document all corrective and preventive aircraft maintenance.
  • Analyzed engineering drawings and schematics to troubleshoot systems and diagnose solutions.
  • Diagnosed faults and developed resolution plans.
  • Lubricated shafts, bearings, and gears to maintain optimal performance.
  • Operated in challenging, high-stress and physically-demanding environments to keep personnel safe and direct aircraft in flight operations.
  • Performed troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance actions on deck equipment.
  • Led training, tracked data and assessed trainee performance.
  • Maintained equipment and facilities in optimal condition to support optimal launch and recovery operations.
  • Upheld strict safety standards and achieved challenging schedule targets with smooth oversight of daily launches and landings.
  • Completed skilled installation and configuration of safety systems, tested functionality and corrected any identified faults.

Education

High School Diploma -

Lynden High School
Lynden, WA

Skills

  • Operational risk management
  • Communication and Coordination
  • Electrical Troubleshooting
  • Team Leadership Qualities
  • Preventive Maintenance Execution
  • Blueprint and Schematic Reading
  • Technical manual interpretation
  • Continuous Improvement Mindset
  • Deadline Management
  • Record Keeping Abilities
  • Hydraulic Systems Proficiency
  • Maintenance Management
  • Emergency Response Procedures
  • Firefighting Techniques
  • Project management principles
  • Training Program Development
  • Quality Assurance Practices
  • Conflict Resolution Strategies
  • Resource Allocation Planning
  • Personnel Supervision Abilities
  • Flight Deck Coordination
  • Jet Blast Deflector Operation
  • Aircraft Launching Expertise
  • Catapult System Knowledge
  • Reading technical manuals
  • Troubleshooting and repair
  • Diagnosing problems
  • Troubleshooting issues
  • Parts Replacement
  • Performing maintenance
  • Installing equipment
  • Servicing systems
  • System Repair
  • Quality Control
  • Lubricating components
  • Hydraulic Systems Repair
  • Fault diagnosis
  • Parts inspection
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Precision measurement
  • Component examination
  • Mechanical Aptitude
  • Non-Destructive Testing
  • Hand and power tools
  • Inspection skills
  • Safety understanding
  • Firefighting
  • Reporting skills
  • Diagnostic abilities
  • Equipment Operation
  • Staff Management
  • Team Training
  • Document Management
  • Communication Management
  • Equipment monitoring
  • Equipment management
  • Hydraulic system troubleshooting

Timeline

Aviation Boatswain's Mate, Equipment

United States Navy, USN
09.2019 - 09.2024

High School Diploma -

Lynden High School
Dillon Shields