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Gregory Ciego

Gregory Ciego

Hinesville,GA

Summary

16 Years of experience working on the F/A-18 Super Hornet platform as an avionic and A/C weapons testing supervisor. Directly responsible for the upkeep and maintenance on 10 aircraft and associated systems. Supervised and mentored 25 navy personnel. 2 Years as Final Line Mech II. Accurately completed complex tasking involving Rigging of flight controls, flight control modifications, composite repair, wire harness installation, hydraulic line assembly, disassembly, removal and installation.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Final Line Mechanic

Gulfstream Aerospace
01.2024 - Current
    • Executed and completed composite repair on high dollar aircraft equipment and associated structures.
    • Closely worked with engineers to correct common and uncommon deficiencies, errors and oversights in work orders.
    • Replaced worn or defective parts and adjusted settings to improve performance.
    • Observed and tested operation of machinery or equipment to diagnose malfunctions using voltmeters or other testing devices.
    • Analyzed blueprints and manufacturer instructions to take apart and reassemble machinery for maintenance and component replacements.
    • Utilized computerized analytical software to detect potential mechanical problems.
    • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
    • Installed and conducted testing on avionic equipment to ensure efficiency and integrity of the system.
    • Performed fuel pressure tests in accordance with Gulfstream directives.
    • Performed mandatory engineering modifications to various systems ie. Brake system, landing gear and flight control systems.

Aircraft Maintainer

United State Navy
04.2019 - 01.2024
  • Performed duties as a Maintenance Controller and Flight Deck Coordinator for 1-1/2 years. Directly responsible for the safe release of 10 aircraft for flight during high stress, high tempo deployments and post deployments. Qualified as a Full Systems Quality Assurance Representative on the F/A-18 Super Hornet for 2 years.
  • Leading Supervisor responsible overseeing proper maintenance is executed by-the-book as per Naval Directives and manufacture requirements applicable to work-center.
  • Led , mentored and trained 25 work center personnel resulting in highly qualified technicians capable of producing top tier performing aircraft for Navy Pilots
  • Involved in conducting and finalizing aircraft mishap investigations. Conducted training on how to prevent future mishaps.
  • Evaluated individual aircraft components to identify and troubleshoot issues.
  • Removed components such as landing gear, engines, and flight control.
  • Performed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on diverse aircraft engines, avionics and hydraulics.
  • Inspected airframes to detect wear and other defects.
  • Maintained repair logs to document all corrective and preventive aircraft maintenance.
  • Obtained fuel and oil samples to check for contamination.
  • Operated power tools, gauges and testing equipment to adjust, repair, and replace faulty components in aircrafts.
  • Performed scheduled and unscheduled inspections to check flight readiness of aircraft.
  • Removed and installed aircraft subsystem assemblies such as avionics and flight controls.
  • Troubleshot mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems and tested equipment following repairs.

Navy Recruiter

United States Navy
01.2016 - 03.2019
    • Directly responsible for the accession of civilian personnel for enlistment into the United States Navy.
    • Conducted reference checks, background screening and other pre-employment checks to verify information on applicant's resume.
    • Conducted phone interviews to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes.
    • Selected by Senior Leadership to become the Recruiter In Charge to lead a large station. Build, managed, and developed a recruiting team comprised of 4 personnel, provided coaching and mentorship, conducted performance evaluations, resulting in the team winning recruiting station of the year.
    • Established good relations within the community by speaking at public events, schools and various institutions. Monthly goals were reached as a result of bridging the gap between military and the local community.

Shift Supervisor

United States Navy
09.2010 - 12.2015
    • Oversaw and trained 15 personnel to effectively test, trouble shoot and diagnosed the weapons system of the F/A-18F Super Hornet. Directly responsible for $800,000.00 in test equipment and tools. As the Leading Supervisor for the Avionics Release and Control Systems Team, two annual proficiency inspections held by the Wing commander were passed with an outstanding score of 800 out of 800.
    • Led 10 personnel in the safe loading, downloading and testing of 200 tons of airborne weapons in high tempo, high stressed environments.
    • Accurately tracked the inventory of 250 suspension accessory equipment for the aircraft ensuring components were removed and replaced before expiration/maintenance due date.

Shift Supervisor

United States Navy
03.2006 - 08.2010
  • Supervised 6 personnel during flight operations for Navy Pilots in training. Provided training to ground crews on how to safely and effectively launch and recover aircraft. Also provided training to 20 pilots on hot seat/hot fuel evolutions and proper fuel surveillance procedures.
  • Performed in the function as a Flight deck coordinator onboard 7 aircraft carriers. Ensured effective communication and safety as key elements to a successful detachment. Core values consistently practiced led to zero mishaps and 570 event completions.
  • Selected by Senior Leadership to assume duties and responsibilities of leading a work-center of 12 personnel as the leading First Class rank while wearing the title as a Second Class Rank.

Plane Captain

United States Navy
07.2002 - 02.2006
  • Performed duties and functions as Plane Captain on the Electronic Attack aircraft, the EA-6B.
  • Conducted Pre flight inspection, prepared aircraft for flight
  • Safely and flawlessly launched and recovered 4 aircraft daily.
  • Won Blue Jacket of the Quarter Award and Plane Captain of the Year award. Earned three Letters of Commendations from Carrier Strike group Commanders.
  • Qualified as Collateral Duty Inspector. Inspected and approved 300 maintenance actions resulting in 100 percent full mission capable aircraft.
  • Selected by senior leadership to assume the duties and responsibilities as Leading Supervisor within the work-center, a position typically reserved for a senior pay grade.

Education

No Degree - Composite Repair

Gulfstream Aerospace University
Savannah, GA
03-2024

No Degree - Aircraft Structures

Gulfstream Aerospace University
Savannah, GA
02-2024

Some College (No Degree) - Aviation

CNATTU
Lemoore
04-2023

Aviation

CNATTU
Lemoore, CA
04-2023

Navy Recruiting

ENRO
NAS Pensacola, FL
02-2016

Some College (No Degree) - Aviation

CNATTU
NAS Oceana, Virginia Beach, VA
05-2013

Skills

  • Composite Repair
  • Avionic Installation
  • Structure Repair
  • Flight Control Rigging
  • Testing
  • System upgrades
  • Quality control

Timeline

Final Line Mechanic

Gulfstream Aerospace
01.2024 - Current

Aircraft Maintainer

United State Navy
04.2019 - 01.2024

Navy Recruiter

United States Navy
01.2016 - 03.2019

Shift Supervisor

United States Navy
09.2010 - 12.2015

Shift Supervisor

United States Navy
03.2006 - 08.2010

Plane Captain

United States Navy
07.2002 - 02.2006

No Degree - Composite Repair

Gulfstream Aerospace University

No Degree - Aircraft Structures

Gulfstream Aerospace University

Some College (No Degree) - Aviation

CNATTU

Aviation

CNATTU

Navy Recruiting

ENRO

Some College (No Degree) - Aviation

CNATTU

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