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Jake Ray

Dothan

Summary

I started attending The Alabama Aviation College in Fall of 2022. Just before I started college, I started in an Oil Change Shop in high school looking to get more hands-on experience. I got my first job in aviation in 2023 where I finally started to get to work on and around airplanes and I loved every day of it.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Apache Helicopter Mechanic

M1 Support Services
04.2026 - Current
  • Performed scheduled maintenance and repairs on Apache helicopter systems.
  • Diagnosed mechanical issues using specialized tools and equipment.
  • Led troubleshooting efforts to enhance aircraft reliability and performance.

Oil Change Technician

Express Lube Center
06.2020 - 04.2026
  • Vehicle preventive maintenance, Parts changing, Mechanical work. Brake and rotor jobs, Customer service, Billing , Some diesel experience

Aircraft preventive maintenance

Bradley's Aviation LLC
02.2023 - 03.2024
  • Aircraft preventive maintenance, Parts changing, Scheduled maintenance, Interior work, Paint preparation, Change tires, Sheetmetal and Rivet work, Tug experience, Replace windows/ seals. Remove/ replace wings. Aircraft detailing
  • Piper/Cessna/Mooney/Beechcraft

Education

Airframe and Powerplant Licensed -

Alabama Aviation College
Ozark
07.2024

High School Diploma - undefined

Harvest Christian School
Dothan, Alabama
05.2022

Skills

  • Propeller inspection and repair
  • Reciprocating Engines Systems
  • Turbine Engines Systems
  • Overhauled & timed magnetos
  • Overhauled & adjusted carburetors
  • Disassembly & overhaul of Lycoming O-235 and Pratt & Whitney PT6 engines IAW applicable manuals
  • Proficient in inspection of aircraft systems & structures
  • Weight & Balance procedures
  • Constructed wire & harness
  • Proficient in NDI (non-destructive inspections)
  • Tear down and overhaul of AC & DC generators
  • Fabricated metal tubing and flexible hoses
  • Sheetmetal fabrication, bends, and repair
  • Proficient in maintenance manual & blueprint reading
  • Composite fabrication and repairs
  • Proficient in electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic troubleshooting
  • Helicopter maintenance
  • Flight control systems
  • Fuel system management
  • Fluid line fabrication
  • Corrosion prevention
  • Rotor system analysis
  • Repairs and troubleshooting
  • Helicopter rigging
  • Performing inspections
  • Safety regulations compliance
  • Technical documentation interpretation

Timeline

Apache Helicopter Mechanic

M1 Support Services
04.2026 - Current

Aircraft preventive maintenance

Bradley's Aviation LLC
02.2023 - 03.2024

Oil Change Technician

Express Lube Center
06.2020 - 04.2026

High School Diploma - undefined

Harvest Christian School

Airframe and Powerplant Licensed -

Alabama Aviation College
Jake Ray