James Jenkins
Tacoma
Summary
Senior aircraft maintenance technician with proven expertise in root cause analysis, quality control, and FAA compliance. Demonstrated commitment to enhancing operational reliability and safety in aircraft maintenance. Focused on continuous professional development and achieving work-life balance.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Aircraft Maintenance Technician
FedEx
SeaTac
01.2015 - Current
- Executed root cause analysis to identify and resolve repetitive discrepancies in MD-11 aircraft program, enhancing overall reliability.
- Conducted comprehensive inspections to improve operational reliability of aircraft systems, supporting maintenance program effectiveness.
- Maintained safety reliability and compliance with FAA regulations during maintenance procedures.
- Documented maintenance actions accurately, reducing downtime and optimizing aircraft performance.
- Performed operational tests for verification and validation of resolved discrepancies.
Aviation Maintenance Technician
FedEx
Los Angeles
11.2013 - 01.2015
- Executed minor and major repairs on sheet metal composites and structures, ensuring compliance with safety standards in LAX MD-10 C check hangar.
- Collaborated with quality control department to prepare aircraft for inspections, facilitating efficient removal of structures.
- Led team operations to manage workflow, enhancing coordination and task completion.
- Fabricated parts and conducted alloy heat treat procedures in coordination with engineering teams.
- Followed detailed drawings and repairs per structural repair manual with appropriate hardware selection.
Aircraft Maintenance Technician Trainee
FedEx
Los Angeles
11.2010 - 01.2013
- Gained three years of extensive experience as maintenance trainee across five skill groups.
- Participated in rotations through avionics, composite hangar, sheet metal, and line maintenance.
- Dedicated extra time to avionics shop for MD-10 carbon brake modification.
- Assisted with EFVS/HUD modifications to strengthen technical skills in avionics.
- Completed Lean Level 1 and 2 training while implementing best practices in operations.
Material Handler
FEDEX
SeaTac
09.2005 - 11.2010
- Loaded and unloaded aircraft using GSE equipment, ensuring timely departures during critical operations.
- Marshalled aircraft and coordinated feeder aircraft arrivals and departures to maintain smooth operational flow.
- Managed material handling tasks while balancing full-time education commitments.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Aircraft Maintenance
Clover Park Technical College
Lakewood, Washington, WA03.2010
Airframe And Powerplant License - Aircraft Maintenance
Clover Park Technical College
Lakewood, Washington, WA03.2010
GED -
Tacoma Community College
Tacoma, WA03.2004
Skills
- Root cause analysis
- Avionics wiring procedures
- Powerplant maintenance
- Quality control inspections/testing for verification and validation of resolved discrepancies
- FAA regulations compliance
- Safety compliance strategies
- Designing/configuring for test per maintenance manual
- Problem solving
- Critical thinking
- Task prioritization
- Effective communication
- Research methodologies
Accomplishments
Bravo Zulu Award for facilitating Boeing and FAA inspection of MD-11 pylons
Timeline
Senior Aircraft Maintenance Technician
FedEx
01.2015 - Current
Aviation Maintenance Technician
FedEx
11.2013 - 01.2015
Aircraft Maintenance Technician Trainee
FedEx
11.2010 - 01.2013
Material Handler
FEDEX
09.2005 - 11.2010
Associate of Applied Science - Aircraft Maintenance
Clover Park Technical College
Airframe And Powerplant License - Aircraft Maintenance
Clover Park Technical College
GED -
Tacoma Community College