Hi, I’m
Donovan MacFarlane
Camarillo,CA
Summary
Skilled Aircraft Electrical Technician with U.S. Naval experience, proficient in electrical troubleshooting and safety procedures. Enhanced flight safety through various avionics inspections, scheduled, and unscheduled repairs. Recognized for adaptability, quality control, and delivering high-performance solutions while maintaining FAA regulations were followed. Coordinated with various stages of leadership to perform maintenance across a total of 8 E2D aircraft.
Overview
5
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
U.S. Navy
Journeyman Aircraft Electrical Technician
09.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Maintained accurate documentation of all performed maintenance tasks, totaling 1042 man hours between 7 workers.
- Successfully completed 13 emergency repairs under high-pressure situations, minimizing operational losses.
- Completed quality assurance checks over 59 maintenance actions, documentation outlining updates and tasks performed.
- Trained and oversaw 80% of technicians' activities for proper repair and maintenance of avionic systems.
U.S Navy
Apprentice Electrical Technician
09.2022 - 09.2024
Job overview
- Performed 154 post-flight inspections, identifying 13 discrepancies before becoming loss of life hazards.
- Provided training all junior technicians on proper diagnostic techniques and best practices in aircraft electrical system maintenance.
- Completed complex repairs within strict timeframes, ensuring minimal disruption to flight schedules rusting in a 20% increase in aircraft flight rate compared to industry standard.
- Optimized wire routing and harness fabrication for increased reliability and easier maintenance access.
- Contributed to countless team efforts in achieving seamless communication between pilots and ground control through spontaneous malfunctions.
U.S Navy
Novice Aircraft Electrical Technician
11.2020 - 09.2022
Job overview
- Assisted in the installation of upgraded avionics equipment, thought 300 man hours.
- Improved aircraft electrical system efficiency by performing thorough diagnostics and maintenance tasks.
- Optimized wire routing and harness fabrication for increased reliability and easier maintenance access thought 17 engine replacements.
- Repaired and installed wiring, connectors, control boxes antennas, and other pieces.
- Performed thorough visual and physical inspections of all electrical parts though my career.
1st Class Rain Gutter
Sheet Metal Roofer
01.2020 - 11.2020
Job overview
- Enhanced client satisfaction with timely completion of high-quality roofing projects.
- Augmented company reputation by consistently delivering aesthetically pleasing roofing solutions tailored to individual client needs.
- Increased overall project durability by maintaining strict adherence to building codes and regulations.
- Adapted quickly to changing weather conditions during outdoor projects, ensuring minimal delays in project timelines.
Education
North Natomas Charter SchoolSacramento, CA
High School Diploma
Skills
- Power distribution systems
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Safety procedures
- Battery maintenance
- Electrical repair
- Wiring diagram interpretation
- Quality control
- Analytical thinking
- Adaptability
- Electrical wiring repair
- Preventive Maintenance
- Maintenance documentation
Certification
Collateral Duty Inspector
Plane Captain
Tool Control Petty Officer
Training Program Manager
Aviation Electrician Journeyman
Timeline
Journeyman Aircraft Electrical Technician
U.S. Navy
09.2024 - Current
Apprentice Electrical Technician
U.S Navy
09.2022 - 09.2024
Novice Aircraft Electrical Technician
U.S Navy
11.2020 - 09.2022
Sheet Metal Roofer
1st Class Rain Gutter
01.2020 - 11.2020
North Natomas Charter School
High School Diploma
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