Hi, I’m
Jacob Carlsen
Aviation Electronics Technician/Master Training Specialist
Oak Harbor,WA
Summary
Navy veteran with 8+ years’ experience learning and exercising leadership roles as well as classroom instructor as a Master Training Specialist. Knowledgeable Avionics Technician well-versed in troubleshooting and performing under pressure.
Overview
8
years of professional experience
Work History
US Navy
Instructor (Education Specialist)
02.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Company Overview: CNATTU
- As the Supervisor to Instructors, I communicate with co-workers and students on a daily basis about a multitude of items including which instructor is teaching which course, what the day's schedule is for students and any special events happening that day
- Review course critique sheets from students to determine any updates that should be made to the delivery of information or if the course material requires to be updated
- Works as part of a team to deliver avionics related curriculum to students daily, including classroom and hands-on lab instruction utilizing hand-tools and troubleshooting experience
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
US Navy
Aviation Electronics Technician
12.2020 - 01.2022
Job overview
- Company Overview: Aviation Squadron (VAQ-142)
- Managed avionics work center in the daily completion of aircraft scheduled and unscheduled inspections, and work orders
- Ensured proper logging of work orders and quality of work completed
- Communicated with superiors multiple times a day to ensure priorities were accomplished in conjunction with other work centers
- As the senior technician, performed troubleshooting and wire repair when needed and conducted training for peers and subordinates
- Ensured program compliance for multiple aviation programs to include tools, support equipment, and electrostatic discharge in an effective team environment
US Navy
Aviation Electronics Technician
10.2016 - 12.2020
Job overview
- Company Overview: Aviation Squadron (VAQ-141)
- Performed flightline and flight deck troubleshooting of aircraft systems in high-pressure environment while communicating with aircrew and team members
- Operated ground support equipment
- Earned qualifications as a brake rider, hangar and utility crane operator, mid-range tow-tractor, and aircraft move director
- Conducted daily inspections, serviced engine oils, assessed condition of aircraft to ensure safety
- Ordered necessary parts to complete assigned tasks
- Documented removal and installation of aircraft components and maintained technical training log
- Installed electrical and electronic components and assemblies.
- Conducted preventive maintenance and repairs on wire bundles, connectors, RF cables and fiber-optic lines for avionics and weapons integration lab equipment.
Education
Harper Creek High School, Battle Creek, MI
High School
Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, Oak Harbor, WA
Embry Riddle Aeronautical University from Aviation Maintenance
US Navy, Pensacola, FL
Aviation Electronics Technician "Core" course from Aviation Electronics Technician
Skills
- Communication
- Program Evaluation
- Supervisor
- Instructional Design
- Wire Repair
- Teamwork
- Avionics
- Troubleshooting
- Security Clearance
Job related training
- Master Training Specialist course, US Navy
- Instructor Training course, US Navy
- Leadership Development courses, US Navy
Timeline
Instructor (Education Specialist)
US Navy
02.2022 - Current
Aviation Electronics Technician
US Navy
12.2020 - 01.2022
Aviation Electronics Technician
US Navy
10.2016 - 12.2020
Embry Riddle Aeronautical University
Embry Riddle Aeronautical University from Aviation Maintenance
US Navy
Aviation Electronics Technician "Core" course from Aviation Electronics Technician
Harper Creek High School
High School
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