Frederick "Erick" Hand III
Jacksonville
Summary
Senior aviation electrician with 20 years in the U.S. Navy, specializing in aircraft electrical systems maintenance and quality assurance. Demonstrated leadership in managing cross-functional teams and complex operations, ensuring top-tier safety and quality standards. Pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Technical Management to expand technical expertise for the aviation and technology sectors.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Aviation Maintenance Division Lead
US Navy, VP-30
Jacksonville
08.2025 - Current
- Led, mentored, and managed welfare and training for 3 maintenance work centers, including 3 Chief Petty Officers and 66 Sailors, enhancing operational readiness.
- Served as the Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Division Officer, managed administrative functions and completed P-8 specific training and maintenance.
- Served as primary communicator between junior personnel and senior leadership, facilitating mission alignment and ensuring clear understanding of objectives.
Maintenance Department Senior Enlisted Leader
US Navy, VUP-19
Jacksonville
10.2023 - 08.2025
- Directed Navy's first dedicated UAV squadron maintenance department, establishing and implementing foundational operational procedures.
- Coordinated mission planning and execution for unmanned aerial vehicle operations.
- Led training programs for personnel in operational readiness and safety procedures.
- Oversaw daily operations and ensured compliance with Navy protocols and standards.
- Served as principal Enlisted Advisor to Commanding Officer, guiding mission execution and policy implementation for 20 Sailors.
MH-60R Detachment Leading Chief Petty Officer
US Navy, HSM-46
Jacksonville
02.2019 - 10.2023
- Led and managed a 31-member detachment (6 officers, 25 technicians), overseeing all maintenance for two MH-60R aircraft, both ashore and deployed at sea.
- Directed maintenance schedules, ensuring compliance with naval aviation standards and achieving optimal operational readiness.
- Qualified and certified aircraft as 'Safe for Flight' through thorough inspections and effective maintenance controls.
- Managed quality assurance programs, ensuring all maintenance met airworthiness and safety compliance standards.
Quality Assurance Specialist & Leading Petty Officer
US Navy, HSM-72
Jacksonville
07.2014 - 02.2019
- Directed 30 Sailors in planning and executing daily flight line operations for MH-60R squadron, enhancing operational readiness and mission success.
- Conducted in-process inspections, spot checks, and program audits on MH-60R electrical and electronic systems, ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards.
- Recognized for outstanding maintenance performance in HSM-72 during FY-17.
Aviation Electrician, Inspector, Quality Assurance
US Navy, Fleet Readiness Center
Patuxent River
04.2011 - 07.2014
- Conducted testing, maintenance, and repair of aircraft electrical systems, ensuring reliability of instrument, power, lighting, and flight control components.
- Conducted troubleshooting and repairs on avionics equipment to maintain functionality.
- Ensured compliance with maintenance standards as Quality Assurance subject matter expert through program audits, spot checks, and verification of technical directives.
Aviation Electrician & Technician
US Navy, HSL-44
Jacksonville
01.2006 - 04.2011
- Executed maintenance on aircraft electrical systems at apprentice and journeyman levels, enhancing understanding of complex aviation electronics and systems.
- Conducted troubleshooting on avionics and electrical components for fleet readiness.
- Installed electrical systems in helicopters and maritime aircraft.
- Maintained compliance with military safety standards during electrical repairs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Technical Management
Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH01-2028
Skills
- Aircraft Electrical/Avionic Systems
- Instrument & Navigation Systems
- Power Generation & Distribution
- Troubleshooting & Diagnostics
- Quality Assurance & Control
- Quality Assurance & Safety Programs
- Corrosion Control
- NALCOMIS & Maintenance Databases
- Technical Manual Interpretation
- Process Improvement (CPI)
- Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt)
- Maintenance Management
- Operations Planning & Scheduling
- Workforce Planning
- Team Management & Mentorship
- Training & Development
- Senior Enlisted Leadership
Websites
Certifications Key Training
- Continuous Process Improvement Core Green Belt
- Senior Enlisted Aviation Maintenance
- Aviation Maintenance/Production Chief (NEC 770B)
- MH60R/S Electrical Systems Organizational Career Maintenance Technician (NEC E24A)
- Naval Aviation Maintenance Control Management (OOMA)
Timeline
Aviation Maintenance Division Lead
US Navy, VP-30
08.2025 - Current
Maintenance Department Senior Enlisted Leader
US Navy, VUP-19
10.2023 - 08.2025
MH-60R Detachment Leading Chief Petty Officer
US Navy, HSM-46
02.2019 - 10.2023
Quality Assurance Specialist & Leading Petty Officer
US Navy, HSM-72
07.2014 - 02.2019
Aviation Electrician, Inspector, Quality Assurance
US Navy, Fleet Readiness Center
04.2011 - 07.2014
Aviation Electrician & Technician
US Navy, HSL-44
01.2006 - 04.2011
Bachelor of Science - Technical Management
Southern New Hampshire University