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STEPHEN DUNN

Williamsburg,VA
STEPHEN DUNN

Summary

Detail-oriented Aircraft professional skilled in directing, monitoring and performing preventive and unscheduled aircraft maintenance. Thorough knowledge of standard industry hardware and materials with continuous drive for new knowledge. Efficient Aircraft Mechanic with diverse skill set honed over 19 years in aviation industry. Skilled Aircraft Mechanic knowledgeable in all areas of 25 Type Model Series of Naval, Marine and Army aircraft. Adept at performing in-process and final aircraft inspections with commitment to unfailing accuracy and safety.

Quality-focused Weapons Test Engineer, known for integrating new, more efficient approaches to achieving production and development goals. Proponent of Kaizen methodology of constant improvement through fully examining end-to-end operations. Tireless creator of innovative approaches to shortening test times and improving results.

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

26
years of professional experience

Work History

SAM Inc Corp
Lexington Park, MD

Weapons Test Engineer
10.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Tested, identified and troubleshot problems with networks.
  • Developed comprehensive test plans and workforce breakdown structures for complete systems.
  • Directed technical personnel in fabrication of testing and test control equipment.
  • Solved hardware and software interface issues to boost system integrity.
  • Analyzed and interpreted data to identify trends and recommend improvements.
  • Performed complex calculations to analyze and optimize engineering processes.
  • Created detailed reports on engineering activities and findings.
  • Analyzed and interpreted customer requirements to develop engineering solutions.
  • Conducted research to identify and evaluate new technologies and concepts.
  • Provided solutions to various technical problems of varying scope and complexity.
  • Tested hardware and software within sandbox environment prior to release to production.
  • Access Database Management.
  • Created Command and Control systems interfacing hardware and software using C# and ASP.Net applications with Serial Communication over USB.

Strategic Technology Institute Inc
Newport News, VA

Aircraft Mechanic II
08.2023 - 10.2023

Job overview

  • Maintained orderly and safe work environment by enforcing tool control and FOD awareness, prevention, and safety.
  • Maintained all aircraft in accordance with organizational maintenance requirements.
  • Operated support equipment and flight line vehicles.
    Maintained repair logs to document all corrective and preventive aircraft maintenance.
  • Coordinated aircraft major phase maintenance for avionics systems including communication, IMDS, Flight Control, Countermeasures and Early Warning and Detection.
  • Operated NC-10 and NC-108 Power Carts for hangar operations.
  • Operated NC-10 and (MEPP) NC-108 Power Carts for Hangar Operations.
  • Certified CAT III Crane Operator.
  • CH/MH-53E.

Advanced IT Concepts Inc
Newport News, VA

Aircraft Mechanic I
05.2023 - 07.2023

Job overview

  • Reads and interprets OEM's maintenance manuals, service bulletins, technical data, engineering data, and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components.
  • Required to keep aircraft in safe operating condition, may specialize in work, repair and modification of structural, precision, and functional spare parts and assemblies.
  • Performs miscellaneous duties to service and maintain aircraft appearance.
  • Maintained, repaired and rebuilt aircraft structures and fuel, electrical, and oxygen systems.
  • Maintained orderly and safe work environment by enforcing tool control and FOD awareness, prevention, and safety.
  • Operated power tools, gauges and testing equipment to adjust, repair, and replace faulty components in aircrafts
  • Maintained orderly and safe work environment by enforcing tool control and FOD awareness, prevention, and safety at all times
  • Maintained repair logs to document all corrective and preventive aircraft maintenance
  • Performed aircraft corrosion control procedures
  • Recorded maintenance actions in aircraft logbooks
  • AH-64D Longbow, AH64E Apache Guardian.
  • Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Assisted with aircraft and equipment transport and movement.

Lockheed Martin Patuxent River
Patuxent River, Maryland

Electrical Flight Systems Technician III
08.2020 - 09.2022

Job overview

  • Utilize schematics, wiring diagrams, reference manuals, etc., to install, align, synchronize,checkout, and repair wide variety of complex aircraft avionic and electronic systems and circuitry such as automatic stabilization equipment, sonar gear, navigation equipment, flight instruments, electronic governors, couplers, etc.
  • Troubleshoot entire aircraft avionic and electronic systems making all repairs necessary to achieve and maintain flight readiness.
  • Directs and instructs lower-grade technicians with checkout and repair duties.
  • Coordinates activities with Engineering and supervision to resolve problems involving modifications, drawings or specification discrepancies, shortages, rejections, etc., and ensure incorporation of all changes and modifications.
  • Makes in-flight repairs to and adjustments of instruments and systems, performs analyses and operates analysis equipment, and is prepared to take emergency measures to compensate for equipment failure.
  • YCH-53K/ CH-53K King Stallion.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment
  • Analyzed blueprints and drawings for job site planning.

Mantech International Corp

Engineering Technician II
09.2016 - 10.2019

Job overview

  • Used expert knowledge in engineering processes and experience managing complex technical engineering design to develop weapons employment while providing planning functions for mission planning systems.
  • Performed analysis of air vehicle technical requirements (IFC), Notice of
  • Procedures Standardization (NATOPS) updates which have been identified as having impact on WASP application.
  • Followed agile workflow processes to develop weaponeering and stores planning software requirements and tests according to user stories to identify common failures and trends and perform quality assurance
  • Developed SOPs to support backend database testing using SQL Server Lite and, Excel
  • Performed engineering assessment for weapons employment, safe escape planning, safety-of-flight envelopes, comprehensive fuse arming, and
  • NAVAIR airworthiness rules and restrictions planning
  • Completed projects by effectively applying engineering, technical, and maintenance procedures.
  • Performed work according to project schedules and high quality standards.

Booz Allen Hamilton, BAH

Staff Engineer/ Sr. Software Engineer
03.2014 - 09.2016

Job overview

  • Software development using, SSIS, SSMS, and SSRS Business
  • Worked with software development and testing team members to design and develop robust solutions to meet client requirements for functionality, scalability, and performance.
  • Managed indexes, statistics, and optimized queries by using execution plan for tuning database
  • Responsible for performance tuning and Optimization of stored procedures using SQL Profiler and Database tuning
  • Used SSIS to create ETL packages to validate, extract, transform, and load data to data warehouses and data marts
  • Designed SSIS Packages to extract data from various data sources, such as
  • Experience using multiple data flow transformations provided by SSIS, such as Data Conversion, Conditional Split, Merge, and Union all
  • Scheduled and executed SSIS Packages using SQL Server Agent
  • Generated Reports using Global Variables, Expressions, and Functions for reports
  • MarineNet Software Developer focusing on Microsoft Business Intelligence, bulk data migration, and Report Generation using SQL Server Management Studio.
  • Coordinated with other engineers to evaluate and improve software and hardware interfaces.

BAE Systems

Programmer Analyst
11.2012 - 06.2013

Job overview

  • Developed logistics-based maintenance management software solutions for NAVAIR
  • Assembles client and server computer stations and configures advanced computer network solutions for correlating data on standalone secure and unsecured networks
  • Delivered scalable system architecture to support high-availability Internet site with various internal applications.
  • Directed software design and development to meet client needs for functionality and performance.
  • Maintained existing applications and designed and delivered new applications.
  • Planned computer systems using information engineering, data modeling, and structured analysis.
  • Implemented innovative systems for data collection.
  • Wrote highly maintainable, solid code for software system.
  • Worked closely with clients to establish specifications and system designs.

DynCorp International

Aircraft Mechanic II
11.2011 - 11.2012

Job overview

  • Conducted routine heavy line aircraft maintenance, operational checks, and advanced troubleshooting of avionics systems at the organizational level to multiple aircraft type model series
  • Followed NAVAIR technical publications and documentation procedures to achieve high accuracy in performing ordnance handling procedures and aircraft maintenance operations
  • Used electronic laser bore sighting equipment to align gun and laser-guided weapon trajectories with FLIR systems for H60 and H1 platforms
  • Developed emergency response plans to increase preparedness and minimize potential for injury or damage.
  • Educated personnel on safe handling and use of explosives, avoiding injuries.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Assisted with aircraft and equipment transport and movement.
  • Platforms- SH-60B/F, MH-60R/S, AH-1N/W/Y/Z, CH-46, CH-53D, MH-53D/E, H-2, SH60B/F.

AECOM

SH60B/F Ordnance Technician III
01.2008 - 11.2011

Job overview

  • Applied sharp leadership talents toward supervising 75 maintenance personnel in the configuration, troubleshooting, and testing of advanced aircraft avionics and weapons control systems
  • Inspected the aircraft pylon wing surfaces and weapons stations for damage, aircraft support equipment, weapons, and aircraft avionics systems for malfunctions.
  • Received and inspected ordnance and support equipment for defects and proper operation prior to use, ensuring safe loading and handling evolutions
  • Tested advanced avionics and air-frames configurations to aircraft systems and subsystems for aircraft mission systems readiness
  • Placed parts on racks in enclosed rooms, into tumbling barrels, or into cabinets to prepare for sandblasting.
  • Conducted safety audits to regularly assess and evaluate safety practices and procedures used in blasting operations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
  • Platforms - TAV-8B, AV-8B, FA-18A-F, EA-18G, AH-1N/W/Y/Z, SH-60B/F, MH-60S

US Navy

AO2/ E-5 Ordnance Lead Petty Officer
06.1998 - 01.2008

Job overview

  • Ordnance maintenance supervisor: leveraged well-developed management expertise to direct, train, mentor, and motivate 80 pilots, naval aircrew members, and maintenance technicians in proper ordnance handling procedures and aircraft phase maintenance.
  • Maintained ammunition inventory accuracy and performed safe ordnance and support equipment handling training and familiarization for shop and detachment concept detachments.
  • Managed maintenance work order backlogs, major maintenance, maintenance crews for the flight schedule, personnel qualifications standards, avionics test sets, and calibrated equipment.
  • Tested countermeasures and weapons control systems according to NAVAIR documents and performed system checks on experimental weapons platforms and systems for military integration and deployment.
  • Performed aircraft wire connector repair and avionics troubleshooting to aid in mission readiness of 18-Lamp MKII configured SH60B Seahawk Helicopters for Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW).
  • Monitored and assessed mission progress and provided updates to command.
  • Supervised manual and automated supply strategies, and connected with supply and data processing teams to facilitate communication and collaboration.
  • Coordinated activities of subordinate personnel to support mission success.
  • Ordered, unloaded, sorted and tracked supplies and equipment needed for unit activities.
  • Developed and implemented plans to reduce risk to personnel and equipment during tactical operations.
  • Platforms- SH-60B/F, MH-60R.

Education

University of Maryland University College (UMUC)

Bachelors from ComputerNetworks & Security, Administration
11.2025

University Overview

DeVry University of Technology
Chicago, IL

Associate from Information Technology, Technology Integration and Automation
01.2024

University Overview

Skills

  • Component Examination
  • Concise Time Management
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Strong Organization Skills
  • Quality Control
  • Fault Diagnosis
  • Excellent Work Ethic
  • Strong Communication
  • Inspection Documentation
  • Aircraft Repair and Maintenance
  • Engineering Schematics
  • Aircraft Movements
  • Aircraft Operations
  • Military Maintenance Requirements
  • Aircraft Launch
  • Flight Log Maintenance
  • Maintenance Documentation
  • Fire Extinguishing and Oxygen Systems
  • Aircraft Status Reports
  • Part Inspection
  • System Troubleshooting
  • Replace Defective Parts
  • Log Repairs
  • Inspect Repair Work
  • Maintenance Documentation
  • Fire Extinguishing and Oxygen Systems
  • Aircraft Status Reports
  • Part Inspection
  • System Troubleshooting
  • Replace Defective Parts
  • Log Repairs
  • Inspect Repair Work
  • Maintenance Documentation
  • Fire Extinguishing and Oxygen Systems
  • Aircraft Status Reports
  • Part Inspection
  • System Troubleshooting
  • Replace Defective Parts
  • Log Repairs
  • Inspect Repair Work
  • Maintenance Documentation
  • Fire Extinguishing and Oxygen Systems
  • Aircraft Status Reports
  • Part Inspection
  • System Troubleshooting
  • Replace Defective Parts
  • Log Repairs
  • Inspect Repair Work
  • Maintenance Documentation
  • Fire Extinguishing and Oxygen Systems
  • Aircraft Status Reports
  • Part Inspection
  • System Troubleshooting
  • Replace Defective Parts
  • Log Repairs
  • Inspect Repair Work

Timeline

Weapons Test Engineer
SAM Inc Corp
10.2023 - Current
Aircraft Mechanic II
Strategic Technology Institute Inc
08.2023 - 10.2023
Aircraft Mechanic I
Advanced IT Concepts Inc
05.2023 - 07.2023
Electrical Flight Systems Technician III
Lockheed Martin Patuxent River
08.2020 - 09.2022
Engineering Technician II
Mantech International Corp
09.2016 - 10.2019
Staff Engineer/ Sr. Software Engineer
Booz Allen Hamilton, BAH
03.2014 - 09.2016
Programmer Analyst
BAE Systems
11.2012 - 06.2013
Aircraft Mechanic II
DynCorp International
11.2011 - 11.2012
SH60B/F Ordnance Technician III
AECOM
01.2008 - 11.2011
AO2/ E-5 Ordnance Lead Petty Officer
US Navy
06.1998 - 01.2008
University of Maryland University College (UMUC)
Bachelors from ComputerNetworks & Security, Administration
DeVry University of Technology
Associate from Information Technology, Technology Integration and Automation
STEPHEN DUNN