Erich Brakefield
Ellicott City,MD
Summary
Aviation maintenance technician with hands-on expertise in maintaining and repairing aircraft systems. Demonstrates a commitment to safety through meticulous inspections and troubleshooting. Proven ability to train personnel effectively, fostering a culture of compliance and operational excellence within the team.
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Aviation Maintenance Technician
V1-Aero
Baltimore, MD
07.2025 - Current
- Maintained and repaired aircraft systems to meet airworthy specifications per AMM.
- Troubleshot issues according to FIM and diagnostic procedures effectively.
- Executed inspections and maintenance tasks promptly under time constraints.
- Conducted operational and leak checks to ensure overall safety.
- Monitored and recorded maintenance items to ensure accurate documentation. including DMIs, MELs, non-MELs, reinspect items, EOs, and work orders accurately.
- Ensured consistent compliance with safety and cleanliness standards in work area.
- Coordinated with flight crew, ground crew, and customers to streamline operations.
- Operated forklifts, scissor lifts, company trucks, vans, and cranes efficiently.
- Trained new personnel on aviation maintenance techniques to enhance team proficiency.
Lead, Aviation Maintenance Technician for Heavy and Line Maintenance
Piedmont Airlines
Salisbury, MD
06.2023 - 06.2025
- Maintained and repaired all systems of aircraft to airworthy specifications per AMM.
- Performed time sensitive inspections and maintenance tasks.
- Troubleshoot issues per FIM and diagnostics procedures.
- Led a team of mechanics to execute maintenance tasks effectively.
- Coordinated maintenance activities with flight crew, ground crew, and customers to ensure timely operations.
- Managed inventory of parts and equipment for maintenance operations.
- Organized and updated all maintenance paperwork to ensure compliance.
- Conducted and assisted with various NDT's such as dye penetrant, ultrasound, borescope, and the acoustic “tap” test.
- Trained new employees on proper maintenance and paperwork procedures to company satisfaction.
- Performed modifications to the aircraft as necessary.
- Oversaw and performed the operation and relocation of aircraft as required.
Gas Station Associate
Royal Farms
Hagerstown, MD
03.2023 - 08.2023
- Processed customer transactions at cash registers, ensuring accurate and efficient service.
- Executed customer orders efficiently and accurately.
- Operated self checkout stations.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of store-front to enhance customer experience.
- Cleaned and maintained Fueling stations and parking lot.
- Managed merchandise shipments and stocking to ensure product availability and optimal store presentation.
- Operated specialized kitchen machinery.
- Prepared kitchen and deli products.
Education
Graduate - Hagerstown, MD
Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics
Hagerstown, MD04-2023
Graduate - Frederick, MD
Governor Thomas Johnson High School
Frederick, MD06-2020
Skills
- Aircraft repair
- Aircraft modification
- Avionics troubleshooting
- Electrical systems maintenance
- Troubleshooting techniques
- Diagnosing problems
- Aircraft ground handling
- New construction and renovation
- Residential construction
- Employee training
- Problem solving
- Physically dexterous
- Aircraft painting
Certification
- FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certified
- General Familiarization for Boeing 767
- General Familiarization for ERJ-145
- Advanced troubleshooting for ERJ-145
- Systems course for ERJ-145
Aircraft Experience
- Boeing 737
- Boeing 747
- Boeing 767
- ERJ 145
Job Description
V1-Aero
- A contracting company who works with various customers such as the military, NFL, and Sun Country Airlines. We prioritize maintenance safety and professionalism regardless of which airport we are called to.
Piedmont Airlines
- A Passenger Airline with a high safety reputation dedicated to keeping their passengers safe. Their strict maintenance policies allow for on time departures and minimal delays due to maintenance.
Royal Farms
- A Loyal gas station that fills both the publics fuel tanks and stomachs. Serving their world famous chicken while providing excellent fueling services will never disappoint you.
Timeline
Line Aviation Maintenance Technician
V1-Aero
07.2025 - Current
Lead, Aviation Maintenance Technician for Heavy and Line Maintenance
Piedmont Airlines
06.2023 - 06.2025
Gas Station Associate
Royal Farms
03.2023 - 08.2023
Graduate - Hagerstown, MD
Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics
Graduate - Frederick, MD
Governor Thomas Johnson High School