James horton

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance as needed
• Flight control, throttle rig and red x qualified
• Perform crash and recovery operations
• Oversaw maintenance and repair of aircraft systems to ensure operational readiness.
• Diagnosed mechanical issues using advanced troubleshooting techniques and specialized tools.
• Led inspections and assessments to maintain compliance with safety regulations and standards.

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance as needed
• Flight control, throttle and red x qualified
• Perform crash and recovery operations
• Oversaw maintenance and repair of aircraft systems to ensure operational readiness
• Diagnosed mechanical issues using advanced troubleshooting techniques and specialized tools
• Led inspections and assessments to maintain compliance with safety regulations and standards

• Tear down and build up of J85 jet engines
• troubleshoot flightline motors
• Balanced compressor rotors and turbine wheels along with blending all blades
• Tear down, build up of afterburner assembly.
• Tear down, build up and component repair and replacement on J85 gearboxes
• Test and repair of fuel nozzles and all spraybars
• Responsible for ordering parts and filling out all paperwork
• Led root cause analysis initiatives for recurring mechanical failures, driving process improvements and operational excellence.
• Maintained comprehensive documentation of repairs and modifications, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and company policies.

• Tear down and build up of J85 engine
• Troubleshoot flightline motors
• Balanced compressor and turbine wheels along with blending of the blades
• Tear down build up of afterburner assy.
• Tear down build up and component repair and replacement on J85 gearboxes
• Test and repair of fuel nozzles and all spraybars
• Responsible for ordering parts and filling out all applicable paperwork
• Be proficient with imds
• Diagnosed and repaired aircraft engine systems to ensure operational readiness.
• Conducted routine inspections and maintenance on various engine components for compliance with safety standards.
• Led root cause analysis initiatives for recurring mechanical failures, driving process improvements and operational excellence.
• Maintained comprehensive documentation of repairs and modifications, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and company policies.
• Delivered high-quality engine repairs by strictly adhering to manufacturer guidelines and industry best practices.
• Proactively identified potential issues during routine inspections, preventing costly breakdowns or system failures from occurring later on down the line.

• Launch and recovery of T38 a/c
• Thruflight and Preflight of T38 a/c
• Perform minor maintenance on T38 a/c (Tire, battery change, light bulb replacement, etc.).)
• Service a/c with lox and fuel
• Perform forms documentation
• Perform any other task required of me
• Trained and mentored junior technicians on best practices for servicing electronic equipment.
• Delivered outstanding customer support by providing prompt, courteous assistance during all interactions with clients.
• Assisted in training new employees on company policies, procedures, and best practices to improve overall efficiency.
• Completed routine maintenance tasks efficiently, ensuring optimal equipment performance and minimizing downtime.
• Followed safety protocols while working, avoiding accidents and injuries.

• Launch and recovery of T38 a/c
• Thruflight and Preflight of the T38 a/c
• Perform minor maintenance (battery, tire and light bulb changes, etc).
• Service a/c with lox and fuel
• Perform any other task assigned
• Perform forms documentation
• Delivered outstanding customer support by providing prompt, courteous assistance during all interactions with clients.
• Assisted in training new employees on company policies, procedures, and best practices to improve overall efficiency.
• Followed safety protocols while working, avoiding accidents and injuries.

• Launch and recovery of T37 a/c
• Service oxygen and fuel
• Perform minor maintenance (tire, bulbs and battery changes etc.)
• Preflight and thruflight of the T37 a/c
• Perform forms documentations
• Operated advanced maintenance tools to ensure optimal performance of equipment and systems.
• Maintained high customer satisfaction standards to meet or exceed targets.
• Confirmed excellent customer service by quickly resolving customer concerns.
• Checked tools and equipment to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Trained junior staff on safety protocols, maintenance procedures, and equipment handling techniques.

• Tear down and build up of J85/J69 engines
• Worked balance room balancing and blending blades of both compressors and turbine wheels
• Tear down and build up of all components of both gearboxes
• responsible for the ordering of parts, clearing imds and completing all forms
• Mentored junior mechanics, providing guidance on technical skills and safety protocols.
• Mentor junior mechanics, providing guidance on technical skills and safety protocols.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address complex mechanical challenges.
• Maintain detailed records of repairs and maintenance activities for compliance audits.

• Launch and recovery of the T37 a/c
• Perform minor maintenance (battery, tire and bulb replacement etc.)
• Service o2 and fuel
• Perform forms documentation
• Preflight and thruflight of the T37 a/c
• Operated advanced maintenance tools to ensure optimal performance of equipment and systems.
• Trained junior staff on safety protocols, maintenance procedures, and equipment handling techniques.

• Tear down and build up of the J85/J69 engines
• Troubleshoot flightline motors for repair
• Inspect and Change all components as required
• Repair, balance and blend blades of both compressor and turbine wheels
• Inspect, repair and tear down of all components of both gearboxes
• Responsible for ordering of parts, doing imds and clearing of all forms
• Perform routine maintenance on aircraft engines to ensure optimal performance.
• Diagnose engine issues using advanced troubleshooting techniques.
• Maintain detailed records of repairs and maintenance activities
• Implement process improvements to enhance efficiency in engine repair workflows.
• Oversee repair processes, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.

• Diagnosed and repaired complex automotive systems, ensuring optimal vehicle performance and safety.
• Implemented preventive maintenance programs, improving vehicle reliability and customer satisfaction ratings.
• Oversaw team workflows, enhancing service efficiency and reducing turnaround times for repairs.
• Mentored junior technicians, fostering skill development and adherence to industry best practices.
• Utilized advanced diagnostic tools to troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues effectively.
• Collaborated with service advisors to streamline repair processes and enhance customer communication.
• Conducted comprehensive vehicle inspections, identifying potential issues before they escalated into costly repairs.

Completed CDC course for A/C crewchief

Completed CDC course for jet engine technician

Graduated Automotive Technologies

Graduated with diploma