James A. Lay
Jacksonville,Fl.
Summary
Project manager and Navy Veteran leveraging 30+ years of proven experience directing personnel and resource management, adhering to and enforcing standards and regulations, and balancing multiple projects while still maintaining a focus on providing quality results. Accomplished measurable results while leading teams in a dynamic, fast paced environment. Possesses a comprehensive background in personnel management, strategic planning, and project management derived from conducting domestic and global operations. Strong leadership abilities with excellent communication skills. Visionary leader who provides defined direction for development and growth, assessment of outcomes, and return on investment. Unsurpassed ability to build multidisciplinary cohesive teams that develop astute and effective solutions to umcertain, complex, and ambiguous challenges.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Flight Simulator Technician
LSI
01.2023 - 05.2025
- Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and completed necessary repairs to maintain uptime and restore equipment.
- Optimized pilot learning experiences with customized simulation scenarios tailored to individual skill levels.
- Reduced system downtime by performing regular preventive maintenance on flight simulators.
- Entered description of work completed on work orders, and properly documented removal and installation of aircraft parts and components according to approved data and procedures.
- Designed and implemented new test procedures for improved avionics system performance.
- Diagnosed faults and developed resolution plans.
- Performed thorough visual and physical inspections of all electrical parts.
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled inspections to check flight readiness of aircraft.
- Tested electrical aircraft systems, components, and equipment for compliance with standards and to uncover malfunctions.
- Trained new technicians in proper maintenance procedures, contributing to a knowledgeable and efficient team.
- Streamlined the troubleshooting process by creating comprehensive documentation for common technical issues.
- Enhanced flight training efficiency by maintaining and repairing various flight simulator systems.
- Coordinated with manufacturers to obtain replacement parts or schedule specialized service for complex repairs.
- Maintained an organized inventory of spare parts, tools, and equipment, facilitating quick repairs when necessary.
1st Class Electrician
L3 Harris
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers.
- Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels, and circuit breakers.
- Installed, maintained, repaired, and tested equipment for electricity generation and utilization.
- Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
- Read and interpreted electrical, mechanical, and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications for wiring layouts.
- Improved electrical system safety by conducting thorough inspections and identifying potential hazards.
- Mentored apprentice electricians in proper installation techniques, safety protocols, and troubleshooting methods to enhance their skill sets.
- Collaborated with construction teams to ensure seamless integration of electrical systems within new builds.
- Developed strong working relationships with clients through consistent professionalism, reliability, and transparency during projects.
- Increased productivity by effectively managing multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high-quality workmanship.
- Utilized advanced diagnostic tools to pinpoint root causes of electrical failures accurately, minimizing repair timeframes for clients.
Aircraft Electrician
The Boeing Company
01.2001 - 01.2020
- Enhanced performance and longevity by implementing modifications and upgrades to various Naval aircraft. (F-18 A-D EF) (S-3B) (V-22)(F-16 drone)(AV-8)
- Met compliance standards with thorough inspections and related paperwork.
- Reviewed blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams for documentation completing functional tests on electrical and electronic systems.
- Quality Assurance (QA) following quality standards and procedures to minimize errors and maximize customer satisfaction.
- Taught basic solder and electrical coaxial wiring to electrical circuits and circuit boards through Boeing Training facility.
- Assembled, disassembled and repaired components with high accuracy following technical documentation.
- Supervised 5-15 personnel through electrical modifications.
- 3 years as 1st Class Electrician for L3 Communications specializing in electronics, electrical wiring and fiber optics.
- Assembled, installed, tested and maintained electrical and electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, fiber optics.
- Trained electricians to install, repair and maintain wiring and system components and fiber optic cables.
- Brought systems up to code by adjusting layouts and replacing outdated equipment.
- Safety Inspector identifying hazard conditions and critical malfunctions in shipboard spaces to run wiring and replace faulty components.
AE2 (AW)
United States Navy
01.1993 - 01.2000
- Identify, operate and perform maintenance under supervision, to aircraft electrical power generation, hydraulic, flight control and navigation instrumentation and flight control systems.
- Assisted in the maintenance of aircraft, associated aeronautical equipment and aircraft support equipment and other duties involved in operation of naval aircraft.
- CDI/QAR following quality standards and procedures of Navair 4790.2G to minimize errors and maximize effectiveness on naval aircraft.
- Managed and archived quality documentation and participated in internal and external audits.
- Supervised production planning while using computer applications and analysis for smooth production output.
Skills
- Software programming
- Simulator upgrades
- Flight dynamics
- Network administration
- Electronics troubleshooting
- Safety procedures
Certification
- IPC J-STD-001E Soldering 610 class 3.
- Fiber optics certification BS EN 60793-2-10 IEEE159.2
- FCC general radiotelephone operators license (GROL)
Timeline
Flight Simulator Technician
LSI
01.2023 - 05.2025
1st Class Electrician
L3 Harris
01.2020 - 01.2023
Aircraft Electrician
The Boeing Company
01.2001 - 01.2020
AE2 (AW)
United States Navy
01.1993 - 01.2000
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