Fernando Leon
Chesterton,IN
Summary
Experienced Aircraft Structural Maintenance Craftsman with strong skills in training mechanics and collaborating with engineering teams. Known for implementing safety protocols and enhancing structural performance, contributing to efficient operations and high-quality standards.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Aircraft Structural Maintenance Craftsman
United States Air Force, USAF
Anchorage, Alaska
09.2025 - Current
- Trained junior mechanics in aircraft structural maintenance techniques and safety protocols.
- Documented maintenance actions and repairs in aircraft logs to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to modify aircraft structures, enhancing performance and reliability.
- Supervised and completed flight line foreign object prevention walks.
- Supervised daily operations, optimizing team workflow and maintaining high standards of productivity.
Aircraft Structural Maintenance Journeyman
United States Air Force, USAF
Anchorage, Alaska
08.2022 - 09.2025
- Operated curing ovens to ensure quality standards in production processes.
- Prepared surfaces for bonding through thorough cleaning with solvents and removal of old coatings.
- Installed reinforcements such as metal frames into composite structures for added strength.
- Cut and shaped composite materials precisely using saws, routers, shears, grinders, and other tools for optimal fit.
Aircraft Structural Maintenance Journeyman
United States Air Force, USAF
Tucson, Arizona
06.2019 - 08.2022
- Inspected aircraft structures for defects and ensured compliance with safety standards.
- Coordinated with team members to complete maintenance tasks, enhancing operational effectiveness.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area to promote safety and efficiency.
- Installed parts and assemblies on airframes, ensuring structural integrity and compliance with safety standards.
- Inspected aircraft for corrosion damage and other defects, advising on critical repairs to maintain airworthiness.
Tool Room Manager
United States Air Force, USAF
Tucson, Arizona
06.2019 - 01.2020
- Managed tool inventory, optimizing storage practices for easy access and organization.
- Organized, labeled, and stored tools by size, type, and purpose to streamline retrieval and minimize downtime.
- Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of parts and materials.
- Identified broken or defective tools and removed them from service.
- Issued tools and equipment to workers while accurately maintaining records of distribution and returns.
Education
Associate of Science - Aviation Mechanic
AIRCRAFT STRUCTURAL MAINTENANCE APPRENTICESHIP
Pensacola, FL05-2018
Skills
- Aircraft inspection
- Rivet installation expertise
- Blueprint reading proficiency
- Composite structures
- Curing processes
- Paint and coating application
- Precision sheet metal work
- Damage assessment
- Maintenance documentation
- Quality control
- Quality assurance
- Safety protocols
- Technical manual interpretation
- Preventative maintenance
- Fabrication equipment use
- Teamwork
- Military maintenance requirements
Timeline
Aircraft Structural Maintenance Craftsman
United States Air Force, USAF
09.2025 - Current
Aircraft Structural Maintenance Journeyman
United States Air Force, USAF
08.2022 - 09.2025
Aircraft Structural Maintenance Journeyman
United States Air Force, USAF
06.2019 - 08.2022
Tool Room Manager
United States Air Force, USAF
06.2019 - 01.2020
Associate of Science - Aviation Mechanic
AIRCRAFT STRUCTURAL MAINTENANCE APPRENTICESHIP