JACOB DYKES
PENSACOLA,US
Summary
APG Crew Chief with a strong foundation in maintenance and troubleshooting across powerplant, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems. Demonstrates exceptional communication and mentorship skills, fostering a collaborative and learning-oriented environment that enhances team performance. Committed to upholding safety standards through meticulous inspections, while aspiring to advance expertise in aircraft systems and drive innovative maintenance solutions.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
APG Crew Chief
ST Engineering
Pensacola, FL
10.2025 - Current
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and quality standards.
- Coordinated crew activities, optimizing workflow efficiency and resource allocation.
- Trained and mentored new team members on operational procedures and equipment usage.
- Implemented process improvements, enhancing team productivity and reducing turnaround times.
APG Senior Technician
ST Engineering
Pensacola, FL
07.2020 - 10.2025
- Performed comprehensive maintenance and troubleshooting across powerplant, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
- Interpreted AD’s and SB’s applied them during maintenance and inspection.
- Maintained a deep understanding of aircraft systems and inspection criteria. Provided mentorship to junior technicians, cultivating a culture of learning and enhancing team performance.
- Conducted thorough inspections of aircraft systems, ensuring compliance with safety standards and facilitating timely maintenance interventions.
Education
High-School Diploma -
Tate High-school
Cantonment, FLSkills
- Maintenance
- Troubleshooting
- Inspection
- Communication
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Performance improvements
- Training and mentoring
- Crew leadership
Accomplishments
- Started working in Aviation at eighteen years old as an Apprentice. Worked my way up to become a Crew Chief at Twenty four one of the youngest ever at my current company.
- Did not attend a A&P School became an A&P through experience and self study in the field
- Proficient in Landing gear changes, Engine Changes, Flight control Rigging and many other aspects of Heavy maintenance on fixed wing aircraft.
Certification
- A&P Certificate
- 07/2025 Certificate #5066503
COURSES
- 757 GEN-FAM
- Aircraft Maintenance Training Inc.
- 757 SYSTEMS COURSE
- 767 GEN-FAM
- A300 GEN-FAM
US Citizen
English
Timeline
APG Crew Chief
ST Engineering
10.2025 - Current
APG Senior Technician
ST Engineering
07.2020 - 10.2025
High-School Diploma -
Tate High-school