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Jacob Fauntleroy

Jacob Fauntleroy

Hanford,CA

Summary

Skilled Aircraft Engine Manager with extensive experience in overseeing the maintenance and inspection of aircraft engine systems, including induction, cooling, and combustion. Achievements include successful troubleshooting and repair of complex engine parameters, optimization of performance through advanced diagnostic techniques, and effective supervision of engine work centers. Proficient in managing engine maintenance operations while ensuring compliance with OSHA directives for hazardous material disposal. Career aspirations include further enhancing technical expertise in aviation systems management.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

F-35 Maintenance Manager

VFA-125
Lemoore, CA
04.2024 - Current
  • Performs normal functions of personnel supervision and maintenance management and provided human resource management to 518 personnel across 14 work centers to support the daily upkeep of 28 F-35C Aircraft and F135 engines.
  • Maintenance Controller and Safe for Flight was fully integrated with squadron personnel and advised unit leadership of aircraft schedule requirements and production issues about the F-35C aircraft.
  • Planned and prioritized all maintenance efforts to ensure aircraft availability for mission requirements in support of daily flight schedule. Qualified to Release Aircraft Safe for Flight for the F-35C Aircraft.
  • Knowledgeable with Aircraft/Engine Scheduling, Aircraft/ Engine Records Management, Aircraft/ Engine Configuration Control, Tool Control, Foreign Object Damage (FOD), Supply, Hazardous Material (HAZMAT), Training Management Systems (TMS), Security, Quality Assurance and Safety programs.

Maintenance Manager / Quality Assurance Supervisor

VFA-122
Lemoore, CA
06.2021 - 04.2024
  • Maintenance Control Safe for Flight was responsible for coordinating 143 technicians in 14 work centers supporting high-tempo fighter aircraft military operations daily. Maintained 38 F-18 E/F aircraft, F414 engines, and aeronautical equipment in a ready-up status while providing training for those in the Maintenance Department to improve the maintenance process.
  • Utilized OOMA to track aircraft history, scheduling, current maintenance status, engine data, aircraft/ engine inspections, Time Compliance Technical Data, parts requisition, and screened and approved JDRS request. Communicated with all service partner Field Service Representatives as required.
  • Communication between Maintenance Control, Quality Assurance, and Ops Center for any discrepancies requiring JDRS request
  • Leadership experience in Job/Maintenance Control, Configuration Management, Maintenance Information Systems, Supply Chain Management, Mission Planning/Debriefing Process.

Maintenance Manager / Power Plant Manager

VFA-147
Lemoore, CA
02.2018 - 06.2021
  • Performed normal functions of personnel supervision and maintenance management and provided human resource management to 425 personnel across 14 work centers to support the daily upkeep of 19 F-35C Aircraft and F135 engines.
  • Led a team of 12 technicians overhauling 10 F135 engines to the lock wireless configuration and coordinated the first power module transport onboard a CMV 22 Osprey.
  • Maintenance Controller and Safe for Flight was fully integrated with squadron personnel and advised unit leadership of aircraft schedule requirements and production issues about the F-35C aircraft.
  • Planned and prioritized all maintenance efforts to ensure aircraft availability for mission requirements in support of daily flight schedule. Qualified to Release Aircraft Safe for Flight for the F-35C Aircraft.
  • Knowledgeable with Aircraft/Engine Scheduling, Aircraft/ Engine Records Management, Aircraft/ Engine Configuration Control, Tool Control, Foreign Object Damage (FOD), Supply, Hazardous Material (HAZMAT), Training Management Systems (TMS), Security, Quality Assurance and Safety programs.

Maintenance Manager

VFA-125
Lemoore, CA
11.2016 - 02.2018
  • Performed normal functions of personnel supervision and maintenance management and provided human resource management to 425 personnel across 14 work centers to support the daily upkeep of 19 F-35C Aircraft and F135 engines.
  • Maintenance Controller and Safe for Flight was fully integrated with squadron personnel and advised unit leadership of aircraft schedule requirements and production issues about the F-35C aircraft.
  • Planned and prioritized all maintenance efforts to ensure aircraft availability for mission requirements in support of daily flight schedule. Qualified to Release Aircraft Safe for Flight for the F-35C Aircraft.
  • Knowledgeable with Aircraft/Engine Scheduling, Aircraft/ Engine Records Management, Aircraft/ Engine Configuration Control, Tool Control, Foreign Object Damage (FOD), Supply, Hazardous Material (HAZMAT), Training Management Systems (TMS), Security, Quality Assurance and Safety programs.

Power Plant Supervisor / Quality Assurance Manager

VFA-94
Lemoore, CA
06.2013 - 11.2016
  • Developed and presented oral & written briefs to upper-level management on discrepancies, corrective actions, and continuous process improvement activities.
  • Developed a monthly performance system to track qualifications, certifications, and personnel development
  • Conducted regular safety checks and inspections to ensure compliance with Navy safety regulations and OSHA, EPA, HAZMAT, and other Federal safety requirements. Ensured all personnel were qualified or briefed in the following: Fall Protection, First Aid/CPR, Confined Space Entry, and Personnel Protective Equipment.
  • Full Systems Quality Assurance Qualified. Maintained full system responsibility for 12 FA-18C.
  • Reviewed Time Compliance Technical Directives determining an Aircraft maintenance, repair, or modification application.
  • Power Plant Collateral Duty Inspector Maintaining, troubleshooting, and servicing all power plant-related systems, including hydraulic and pneumatic subsystems.
  • Removal and replacement of defective components require rigging and operational checks.

Jet Engine Branch Leading Petty Officer

Aviation Intermediate Maintenance Department Atsugi Japan
05.2010 - 06.2013
  • Directed repair processes for multiple GE and Pratt & Whitney engine models at scale.

Aviation Maintenance Manager

United States Navy
Lemoore, CA
06.2005 - Current

Seasoned Aviation Professional with a rich 20-year career in operational and personnel management. Notable for balancing maintenance and flight mission requirements while fostering strong relationships with customers and the public. Adept at independent work and team collaboration, Bring specialized skills in aircraft maintenance, adaptability, and dynamic team training.

F-18 Power Plant Night Shift Supervisor

VFA-146
Lemoore, CA
12.2008 - 05.2010
  • Managed scheduled and unexpected repairs on multiple F404-GE-400 engine units with a team of five.

F-18 Turbofan Power Plant Technician

VFA-195
Atsugi Kanagawa Japan
08.2005 - 12.2008
  • Executed planned and ad-hoc repairs for a fleet of 10 F404-GE-402 engines.

Education

Master of Science - Aviation Maintenance

Embry Riddle Aeronautical University Worldwide
10-2023

Bachelor of Arts - General Studies

Columbia College (Missouri)
01.2021

Certification

  • SAFE FOR FLIGHT (F35C)
  • F-35C POWERPLANTS/RELATED SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN COURSE
  • Autonomic Logistics Information System Management And Supervision
  • Aviation Machinist's Mate Turbojet
    Star 21 'A' School Beta
  • F/A-18 Power Plants And Related
    Systems (Career) Organizational
    Maintenance
  • Lean Six Sigma White Belt Course
  • Lcm Logistics Chain Management
    Training
  • Intermediate Maintenance Activity
    (Ima) Work Center
    Management/Documentation
    Procedures
  • Aviation Gas Free Engineering
  • F/A-18E/F Power Plants And
    Related Systems (Initial)
    Organizational Maintenance

Languages

English, Advanced

Social Networks

Linkedin, https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacob-fauntleroy-13a44161/

About Me

I'm a New Orleans native, originally, and have always had a strong passion for aviation since I was a child I joined the Navy when I was 18, and began working on turbofan engines, and have not looked back since I love living in California, and I would love to continue working on jet engines after I retire from the Navy this June  

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Accomplishments

Established the Navy’s first centralized Engine Repair Facility, leading 12 technicians completing the first overhaul of the F135-PW-100 engine and qualified the Navy’s high pressure turbine cover plate inspector. Coordinated the Navy’s first transport of an F135-PW-400 power module onboard an aircraft carrier via CMV-22 OSPREY.

Worked alongside Autonomic Logistics Information System (ALIS), Lockheed Martin, and Pratt & Whitney representatives to ensure all facets worked appropriately from the ship, including Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Joint Service Technical Data (JTD), Action Request (AR), Time Compliance Technical Directives (TCTD) And Low Observable Health Assessment System (LOHAS).

Skills

Planning/Operations

Process Improvement

Excellent Communication Skills, Written & Verbal

Active Secret Clearance

A/C Safe for Flight

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Schematic Comprehension

Proficient in ALIS / CMMS / SHM / CRM / PAIR / AFRS / JTD

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

RemoteOn-SiteHybrid

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CulturePaid time offHealthcare benefits

Interests

Aviation

Aerospace

Jet propulsion

Timeline

F-35 Maintenance Manager

VFA-125
04.2024 - Current

Maintenance Manager / Quality Assurance Supervisor

VFA-122
06.2021 - 04.2024

Maintenance Manager / Power Plant Manager

VFA-147
02.2018 - 06.2021

Maintenance Manager

VFA-125
11.2016 - 02.2018

Power Plant Supervisor / Quality Assurance Manager

VFA-94
06.2013 - 11.2016

Jet Engine Branch Leading Petty Officer

Aviation Intermediate Maintenance Department Atsugi Japan
05.2010 - 06.2013

F-18 Power Plant Night Shift Supervisor

VFA-146
12.2008 - 05.2010

F-18 Turbofan Power Plant Technician

VFA-195
08.2005 - 12.2008

Aviation Maintenance Manager

United States Navy
06.2005 - Current
  • SAFE FOR FLIGHT (F35C)
  • F-35C POWERPLANTS/RELATED SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN COURSE
  • Autonomic Logistics Information System Management And Supervision
  • Aviation Machinist's Mate Turbojet
    Star 21 'A' School Beta
  • F/A-18 Power Plants And Related
    Systems (Career) Organizational
    Maintenance
  • Lean Six Sigma White Belt Course
  • Lcm Logistics Chain Management
    Training
  • Intermediate Maintenance Activity
    (Ima) Work Center
    Management/Documentation
    Procedures
  • Aviation Gas Free Engineering
  • F/A-18E/F Power Plants And
    Related Systems (Initial)
    Organizational Maintenance

Master of Science - Aviation Maintenance

Embry Riddle Aeronautical University Worldwide

Bachelor of Arts - General Studies

Columbia College (Missouri)
Jacob Fauntleroy