Eric D Austin
Kansas City,KS
Summary
Skilled professional with hands-on problem-solving mindset and positive attitude. Demonstrates strong understanding of structural systems and diagnostics, proficiency in basic tool usage, and vehicle maintenance. Capable of ensuring vehicle safety and efficiency through diligent and precise work.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Rapid Response Mechanic
Spirit Aerosystems 2297F Plant 2
Wichita, KS
10.2024 - 05.2025
- Convert detail skin / structure into engineering configuration through the match drilling process
- Troubleshoot all major structural repairs per engineering and remove / replace all necessary parts to bring airplane back into compliance.
- Worked from quality control requirements and established processes to ensure precision in structural and system components.
- Obtain required information from prints, charts, sketches, work instructions, documents, verbal and electronic information.
- Use shop mathematics and precision measuring and or test instruments to complete work assignments and functional test assemblies and components.
Modification Mechanic
Avcon Industries
Wichita, KS
07.2024 - 10.2024
- Analyzed wiring diagrams to ensure accurate construction of wire harnesses.
- Removed, identified, and tagged equipment locations in aircraft.
- Documented deviations from wiring diagrams accurately.
- Applied general aircraft wiring practices.
- Executed modifications to aircraft based on detailed drawings.
- Implemented necessary modifications to electrical wiring in compliance with FAA standards.
- Restored equipment to operational status following aircraft modification.
Structure Mechanic
Spirit AeroSystems
Renton, WA
10.2023 - 08.2024
- Facilitated team collaboration to address complex issues efficiently.
- Ensured consistent quality by instructing new hires on proper aircraft maintenance methods.
- Streamlined team workflow processes by implementing organizational strategies to reduce redundancies.
- Ensured compliance with FAA regulations and company policies through accurate documentation of performed tasks and repairs.
- Collaborated with departments to integrate aircraft structures into assembly processes.
- Worked alongside engineers to create innovative solutions for complex structural challenges, enhancing efficiency.
Sheetmetal Mechanic
Textron Aviation
Wichita, KS
01.2024 - 07.2024
- Utilized advanced tools and techniques to efficiently cut, bend, shape, and assemble complex sheet metal structures.
- Performed detailed inspections of finished products, achieving a high level of quality control for all sheet metal components.
- Completed specialized welding tasks using various techniques such as MIG, TIG, and spot welding for superior product durability.
- Satisfied customers by completing work to exact specifications and keeping job sites clean.
Recovery Mechanic
FEAM - MaintenanceEngineering
Hebron, KY
10.2023 - 01.2024
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Executed troubleshooting techniques to uncover underlying mechanical faults.
- Conducted preventative maintenance to enhance vehicle reliability.
- Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs.
- Conducted detailed assessments to pinpoint required repairs.
Education
Auto Mechanic -
Vatterott College
MOSkills
- Troubleshooting skills
- Maintenance and repairs
- Hand and power tools
- Troubleshooting
- Preventive Maintenance
- Auto and engine repair
- Systems troubleshooting
- Technical aptitude
- Hydraulic repair
- Defective parts disassembly
Timeline
Rapid Response Mechanic
Spirit Aerosystems 2297F Plant 2
10.2024 - 05.2025
Modification Mechanic
Avcon Industries
07.2024 - 10.2024
Sheetmetal Mechanic
Textron Aviation
01.2024 - 07.2024
Structure Mechanic
Spirit AeroSystems
10.2023 - 08.2024
Recovery Mechanic
FEAM - MaintenanceEngineering
10.2023 - 01.2024
Auto Mechanic -
Vatterott College