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Jacob Chance

Las Vegas

Summary

  • Results-oriented, self-motivated military professional with fighter aircraft integrated avionics and troubleshooting experience. Extensive knowledge of identifying and isolating integrated avionics system malfunctions. Ability to adapt to new surroundings and complete objectives in a safe, efficient manner. Meeting performance standards and remaining mentally alert under pressure. Always dedicated to helping team members master more efficient techniques to help improve product quality. Key skills include:
  • Active secret clearance
  • Aircraft forms documentation
  • IMDS maintenance action entries
  • Troubleshooting
  • Communication skills
  • Leadership ability
  • Training and mentoring
  • Extensive F-16 avionics knowledge
  • Recipient of Air Force Achievement Medal

Precision-driven Avionics Craftsman known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in troubleshooting complex avionics systems, conducting detailed system diagnostics, and implementing precise aircraft modifications. Excel in problem-solving, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring seamless collaboration and innovative solutions in fast-paced environments.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

F-16 Avionics Craftsman/Lead/Unit Health Monitor

United States Air Force Reserves/Civilian
Nellis AFB
12.2017 - Current
  • Leads and performs total support maintenance and repair of 32 F-16C/CG/CJ fighter aircraft values at $60 million each
  • Provides subject matter expert knowledge and expertise on planning, troubleshooting, and repairing a variety of advanced electronics systems such as imaging (FLIR, SAR, traditional), communications systems, networked computer systems, and radar
  • Reads, interprets, and follows blueprints, technical instructions, wiring diagrams, and modification orders to accomplish maintenance within technical specification.
  • Utilizes advanced test equipment to calibrate, test, and repair all aforementioned systems, including, but not limited to: KV and MA meters, pitot-static testers (TTU-415), IFR, VHF, TACAN/VOR, IFF (PLM-4) testers, borescopes, and micrometers. Utilizes hand tools including, but not limited to: pliers, wrenches, screwdrivers, impact drivers, johnson bars, tap and die sets, soldering irons, heatguns, test leads, crimpers, and all associated safety equipment.
  • Repaired and replaced standard, coaxial, pneumatic, and fiber optic wiring and connectors. Utilizes all applicable wire repair tools and is trained in processes.
  • Performs scheduled or routine maintenance following established processes, technical data, or checklists.
  • Resolves breakdowns of radar, communication, and computer systems in high-pressure and timely situations (REDBALL) to quickly avoid aborts of scheduled or unscheduled missions while adhering to safety requirements.
  • Operates a variety of stationary or mobile support equipment required to operate systems or accomplish tasks (power generators, hydraulic carts, nitrogen carts, compressed air carts, lightning carts, etc..)
  • Loads, configures, and audits generic and proprietary software on a variety of electronic components, including cryptological software. Aggregates and reports aircraft configuration and flight histories for online databases. Documents and maintains aircraft maintenance histories in both paper forms and digital databases.
  • Expedited daily maintenance activities, including launches, recoveries, inspections, diagnostics, and repairs to maintain peak performance and combat readiness.
  • Manages resources, tools, and equipment to meet maintenance schedules, minimizing downtime and optimizing efficiency.
  • Mentored and trained personnel on aircraft systems, safety protocols, and technical procedures to report key performance task deadlines, ensuring compliance with Air Force standards and regulations
  • Led primary duties for the Unit Health Monitor program, maintaining medical requirements for the specialists personnel section, ensuring compliance in medical standards, physical assessments, and immunizations which contributed to mission readiness and operational success.
  • Salary: $50.50 USD Per Hour
  • Hours per week: 40
  • Series: 2610 Electronics Integrated Systems Mechanic
  • Grade: 12
  • SUPERVISOR: SMSgt Lorenzo Fox (702)-652-1884

Aircraft Mechanic

M1 Support Services
Nellis AFB
05.2018 - 05.2021
  • Removed, installed, aligned, calibrated, and programmed avionics parts/equipment.
  • Performed routine and scheduled maintenance for 12 F-16C/D aircraft
  • Accurately documented maintenance in aircraft forms and IMDS
  • Executed advanced troubleshooting of multiple aircraft Fire control computer, flight controls, electronic warfare systems, subsystems components. Extensive knowledge of AOA, pilot and air data systems; landing gear, anti-skid, and nose wheel steering.
  • Performed repairs and fabricated electrical wiring, harnesses and connectors.
  • Subject matter expert on environmental control on environmental control systems, generators, actuators/ISAs, relays, matrixes and valves; lighting; master caution and warning; air conditioning, bleed air, and cockpit pressurization systems/F-16 CPT qualified.
  • Implements work standards, methods, and controls for functions such as operational testing and equipment repair.
  • Follow tech data, drawings and wiring diagrams
  • Performed housekeeping duties within assigned work areas.
  • Salary: $47.09 USD Per Hour
  • Hours per week: 40
  • Series: Aircraft Mechanic
  • Grade: Mech II
  • SUPERVISOR: Mr. Ed Torres (702)-544-1641

Backshop/Flightline Technician

AVTECH Research Corporation
Nellis AFB
11.2017 - 05.2018
  • General maintenance of 10 ACaP Pods and 6 Angry Kitten Pods.
  • Followed tech data for operational checkouts and loading Pods on stations 3, 5, and 7 of F-16C/D.
  • Assisted Georgia Tech Research Institute and United States Navy with the development and analysis of data for the Angry Kitten Pod.
  • Tracked Pod hours after flight for scheduled inspections.
  • Conducted extensive POD maintenance and troubleshooting on various maintenance/test stands.
  • Supervised maintenance team on ECM pod mechanical and software upgrades.
  • Salary: $50K a year
  • Hours per week: 40
  • SUPERVISOR: Mr. Jim Pierce (702)-332-8810

F-16 Avionics Apprentice/Journeyman

United States Air Force Active Duty
Nellis AFB
12.2013 - 12.2017
  • Conducted maintenance on multiple avionics systems on 28 F-16 aircraft valued at $764M; Highly qualified to troubleshoot all major and minor discrepancies in both avionic and electrical systems, subsystems, components and test equipment for block 25 thru 50 F-16.
  • Extensive knowledge of AOA, pilot and air data systems; landing gear, anti-skid, and nose wheel steering to include removal/installation of components, rigging and troubleshooting.
  • Repair and fabricate electrical wiring, harnesses, and connectors.
  • Subject Matter Expert on environmental control systems, generators and integrated drive generators; actuators/ISAs, relays, matrixes, and valves; lighting, master caution and warning; air conditioning, bleed air, and cockpit pressurization systems/F-16 CPT qualified.
  • Follow tech data, drawings and wiring diagrams
  • Provided safe and reliable aircraft for two operational squadrons to enable 4 Red Flag exercises per year, resulting in successful training missions with allied forces.
  • Removed, installed, aligned, calibrated, and programmed avionic parts/equipment.
  • Performed operational checkouts of F-16 systems to ensure mission success.
  • Complied with all unit policies and job guides
  • Accomplished modifications for operational field tests and evaluations.
  • Provided training for Air Force personnel in the skill and knowledge necessary to perform duties on the F-16.
  • SUPERVISOR: TSgt Erik Chung (850)-625-0190

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Business

Liberty University
Online

CCAF - Avionics Systems Technology

USAF
USAF

F-16 Communication, Navigation, RADAR, and Electronic Countermeasures -

Air Force
Nellis AFB

F-16 Instrument and Flight Controls -

Air Force
Nellis AFB

F-16 Integrated Avionics Technical Training -

Sheppard AFB
TX

Electronic Principles course -

Keesler AFB
MS

High School -

Empire High School
Tucson, AZ

Skills

  • Active secret clearance
  • Aircraft forms documentation
  • IMDS maintenance action entries
  • Troubleshooting
  • Communication skills
  • Leadership ability
  • Training and mentoring
  • Extensive F-16 avionics knowledge
  • Quality control inspection
  • Electrical wiring repair
  • Maintenance documentation
  • Schematic reading
  • Root-cause analysis

References

  • MSgt Joshua Holt, USAFR Supervisor, (702)-629-0088, joshua.holt.3@us.af.mil
  • MSgt Cleophas Howard, USAFR Supervisor, (702)-296-1182, cleophas.howard@us.af.mil
  • TSgt Riley Tappan, USAFR Shift Lead, (702)-994-0890, riley.tappan@us.af.mil

Summary Of Qualifications And Skills

  • Results-oriented, self-motivated military professional with fighter aircraft integrated avionics and troubleshooting experience.
  • Extensive knowledge of identifying and isolating integrated avionics system malfunctions.
  • Ability to adapt to new surroundings and complete objectives in a safe, efficient manner.
  • Meeting performance standards and remaining mentally alert under pressure.
  • Always dedicated to helping team members master more efficient techniques to help improve product quality.

Timeline

Aircraft Mechanic

M1 Support Services
05.2018 - 05.2021

F-16 Avionics Craftsman/Lead/Unit Health Monitor

United States Air Force Reserves/Civilian
12.2017 - Current

Backshop/Flightline Technician

AVTECH Research Corporation
11.2017 - 05.2018

F-16 Avionics Apprentice/Journeyman

United States Air Force Active Duty
12.2013 - 12.2017

Some College (No Degree) - Business

Liberty University

CCAF - Avionics Systems Technology

USAF

F-16 Communication, Navigation, RADAR, and Electronic Countermeasures -

Air Force

F-16 Instrument and Flight Controls -

Air Force

F-16 Integrated Avionics Technical Training -

Sheppard AFB

Electronic Principles course -

Keesler AFB

High School -

Empire High School

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