Ian Collert
Swansea,SC
Summary
Professional avionics specialist with over 20 years experience. Prepared for high-stakes environments, bringing extensive maintenance and repair expertise. Recognized for ensuring aircraft safety and reliability through precise system evaluations and timely interventions. Experienced with advanced avionics systems and diagnostic tools. Utilizes technical acumen to ensure safety and efficiency of aircraft operations.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
F-16 Avionics Technician
South Carolina National Guard
05.2016 - Current
- Identify and isolate F-16 integrated avionics systems malfunctions and analyze for performance
- Inspect, troubleshoot and maintain aircraft wiring systems
- Perform intermediate and depot maintenance level modifications
- Proficiency interpreting schematics and wiring diagrams
- Organize and direct personnel in accomplishing maintenance priorities
- Implement training and establish standards of performance
- Experience in production and generation of aircraft to meet mission requirements
Project Lead
Source Business Solutions
02.2015 - 08.2016
- Streamlined project management processes by improving team communication.
- Optimized resource utilization by forecasting project needs and allocating resources accordingly
- Developed comprehensive project documentation, ensuring clarity for customers.
- Ensured timely delivery by closely monitoring progress against milestones.
Guidance and Control Systems Specialist
United States Air Force, USAF
07.2000 - 09.2014
- Operate and maintain integrated avionics systems on C-5, C-17, C-130 and KC-10 aircraft
- Remove, install, check and repair navigation and flight control systems
- Plan, organize and direct maintenance priorities to effectively execute mission requirements
- Supervise and assist with aircraft ground servicing, launch and recovery operations
- Trained junior personnel on best practices in control systems maintenance, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the team.
- Diagnose avionics malfunctions using technical orders, wiring diagrams and test equipment to ensure integrity of aircraft systems
Education
Associate of Arts - Drafting And Design
ITT Technical Institute
Columbia, Sc08-2016
Skills
- Schematic reading
- Electrical wiring repair
- New system installations
- Team leader-member
- Electrical equipment repair
- Troubleshooting skills
- Hand and power tools
- Critical thinking
Accomplishments
- Awarded Air Force Achievement Medal
- Awarded Air Force Commendation Medal x3
- Graduated Leadership school
Timeline
F-16 Avionics Technician
South Carolina National Guard
05.2016 - Current
Project Lead
Source Business Solutions
02.2015 - 08.2016
Guidance and Control Systems Specialist
United States Air Force, USAF
07.2000 - 09.2014
Associate of Arts - Drafting And Design
ITT Technical Institute
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