Gabriel Gage
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Detail-oriented Aircraft Maintenance Technician with over 10 years of depot-level and heavy maintenance experience on military aircraft. Expertise in interpreting blueprints, technical orders, and engineering instructions. Proven skills in strategic planning, risk assessment, and leadership, delivering high productivity and efficient task completion in high-pressure environments.
Overview
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Certification
11
11
years of post-secondary education
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Forces Supervisor
U.S. Air Force
Tinker AFB , OK
07.2023 - Current
- Directed and supervised subordinate personnel in the performance of security, law enforcement, and force protection duties.
- Coordinated emergency response plans and training exercises for unit readiness.
- Supervised security personnel during routine inspections and patrols.
- Monitored access control systems to ensure secure facilities and personnel safety.
- Conducted investigations of security incidents to gather evidence and report findings.
- Developed training programs for new recruits on security protocols and procedures.
- Conducted daily shift briefings to review current security issues and operations status.
- Responded to emergency situations according to regulations and standard operating procedures.
- Collaborated with local authorities for investigations and information sharing.
- Enforced base regulations, including traffic rules, to maintain order and discipline.
F-15 EPAWSS Repair/Mod Technician-General
Boeing
San Antonio, TX
06.2023 - Current
- Diagnosed mechanical and system discrepancies, determined corrective actions, and performed repairs according to engineering specifications and standards, enhancing aircraft reliability.
- Performs depot-level maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and rigging of aircraft flight control, landing gear, canopy, fuel, and hydraulic systems and components.
- Executes aircraft modifications in accordance with engineering designs, process specifications, technical instructions, retrofit requirements, and approved maintenance procedures.
- Conducted detailed inspections of aircraft and components using precision tooling to identify defects, damage, and wear, ensuring compliance with quality standards.
- Launched, recovered, serviced, and inspected aircraft, ensuring adherence to safe flight standards and operational readiness.
- Maintains strict adherence to safety procedures, technical drawings, data, quality requirements, and industry standards during all maintenance operations.
F-35 Dedicated Crew Chief
U.S. Air Force
Nellis AFB, NV
05.2022 - 07.2023
- Led teams of maintenance professionals in the preparation and sustainment of safe, reliable, combat-ready aircraft to support mission readiness.
- Ensured accountability and operational readiness of $2.2B in aircraft and assets through oversight of servicing, cleaning, inspections, and maintenance of mission-critical equipment.
- Oversaw personnel and training qualification requirements, keeping team members current on maintenance standards, technical procedures, safety, and operational policies.
- Recorded all maintenance actions in Autonomic Logistics Information System (ALIS), adhering to technical and documentation requirements.
F-15 Dedicated Crew Chief
U.S. Air Force
Nellis AFB, NV
05.2021 - 05.2022
- Coordinated daily maintenance operations for 12 F-15 aircraft, ensuring safety, reliability, and mission readiness to support operational requirements.
- Led maintenance personnel in inspections, servicing, troubleshooting, repair, and recovery actions, prioritizing workload to maximize aircraft availability and team effectiveness.
- Tracked and documented maintenance actions and aircraft status, ensuring compliance with established procedures and quality standards.
- Enforced safety and technical compliance standards, maintaining accountability for high-value aircraft, support equipment, tools, and personnel.
F-15 Repair and Reclamation
U.S. Air Force
Kadena AB, Japan
01.2018 - 05.2021
- Utilized advanced troubleshooting and fault isolation techniques to diagnose and resolve complex mechanical and hydraulic system malfunctions, ensuring safe and timely return of F-15 aircraft to mission-ready status.
- Applied knowledge of F-15 mechanical, hydraulic, and flight control systems to identify discrepancies, determine corrective actions, and maintain aircraft safety, reliability, and operational readiness.
- Served as subject matter expert for flight control, canopy, and landing gear systems, providing technical expertise and troubleshooting support for maintenance actions on 54 assigned aircraft.
- Responded to flight line and in-flight aircraft emergencies, assessing mechanical failures and system malfunctions to ensure the safety of personnel and the protection of assets.
- Executed emergency response procedures for aircraft incidents, coordinating with maintenance and operations personnel to stabilize situations and minimize damage.
F-15 Inspection Section Team Member
U.S. Air Force
Kadena AB, Japan
03.2017 - 01.2018
- Identified and corrected aircraft discrepancies during phase and scheduled inspections, ensuring mechanical, hydraulic, and structural systems met safety and operational standards.
- Performed scheduled inspections, maintenance, and repairs in the F-15 Inspection Section, ensuring airworthiness and mission readiness at established hourly intervals.
- Removed, repaired, replaced, and operationally verified major aircraft components and systems, restoring aircraft to full mission-capable status within demanding timelines.
- Executed heavy maintenance procedures in collaboration with cross-functional maintenance specialists, ensuring accurate and timely completion of work to minimize aircraft downtime.
- Maintained strict compliance with technical orders, engineering dispositions, inspection criteria, safety procedures, and quality assurance standards throughout all maintenance operations.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Applied Science of Aviation Maintenance
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL 07.2016 - 09.2026
Certificate Of Completion - Non-Commisioned Officer Acadamy (NCOA)
Air University
Montgomery, AL 07.2026 - 09.2026
Certificate Of Completion - Airman Leadership School
Air University
Montgomery, AL 02.2021 - 04.2021
Skills
- Flight Control Installation, Removal, Rigging, and Troubleshooting
- Hydraulic, Fuel, and Engine Systems
- Landing Gear Rigging, Systems and Servicing
- Depot-Level / Heavy Aircraft Maintenance
- IMDS / ALIS / Gold ESP / AFTO 781 / Maintenance Data Systems
- Blueprints, Technical Orders, and Assembly Drawings
- Engine Borescope Inspections
- Safety, Quality, and Compliance
- Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) / Hazardous Energy Control
- Problem resolution
- Inspection techniques
- Workload prioritization
- Emergency response
- Team leadership
- Training development
- Tactical operations
- Force protection
- Security operations
- Law enforcement procedures
- First aid and CPR
- Tug/Tow, Forklift, and Crane Certified
- First aid and CPR
Affiliations
- Volunteer- Volunteers in police services (VIPs) North Las Vegas Police Department, North Las Vegas, NV.
- Volunteer- Community Emergency Response Team (CERT)
Certification
- Mobile Crane Operator- Boeing, San Antonio TX
- Forklift Operator- Boeing, San Antonio TX
- Radio Equipment Operator- U.S. Air Force
- Flight Control Rigging- U.S. Air Force
- Canopy Systems Rigging- U.S. Air Force
- CPR and First Aid
Timeline
Certificate Of Completion - Non-Commisioned Officer Acadamy (NCOA)
Air University
07.2026 - 09.2026
Security Forces Supervisor
U.S. Air Force
07.2023 - Current
F-15 EPAWSS Repair/Mod Technician-General
Boeing
06.2023 - Current
F-35 Dedicated Crew Chief
U.S. Air Force
05.2022 - 07.2023
F-15 Dedicated Crew Chief
U.S. Air Force
05.2021 - 05.2022
Certificate Of Completion - Airman Leadership School
Air University
02.2021 - 04.2021
F-15 Repair and Reclamation
U.S. Air Force
01.2018 - 05.2021
F-15 Inspection Section Team Member
U.S. Air Force
03.2017 - 01.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Applied Science of Aviation Maintenance
Community College of The Air Force
07.2016 - 09.2026