James Magsayo

Worked in Research and Development Department inspecting and repairing by checking airframes, turbine engines, rotor systems, transmissions and electrical or avionics components on rotary aircraft: specifically the Sikorsky UH-60 Blackhawk and the Bell OH-58 Kiowa; diagnosed issues using specialized software, troubleshooting tools and vibration-balancing equipment to keep complex spinning parts safe; maintained records by logging all maintenance, inspections and part replacements strictly by FAA and manufacturer rules; conducted on-site field inspections as needed to ensure maximum aircraft performance and crew/staff safety to locations both abroad (such as Germany and Switzerland) and within the continental United States (CONUS)

Served as critical link between the company commander and enlisted soldiers; Ensured helicopter repairs, avionic and hydraulic technicians and component specialists have the morale, discipline and resource tracking necessary to provide seamless direct support maintenance to frontline combat aviation battalions; additionally, oversees daily living standards, accountability, career progression, and well-being of up to 200 soldiers and their families. coordinates logistics, supply and safety protocols on the flight line like cold refueling or static line cargo hookups; enforces strict adherence to aviation maintenance, standard operating procedures, and military customs creating balance between complex technical aviation requirements and tactical military readiness; acts as principal advisor to the company commander regarding personnel management, awards, disciplinary actions and overall unit operational capability

Supervised junior mechanics and crew chiefs to maintain and manage section equipment, support vehicles, and oversee troop level communication and support programs.

Operate and maintain 13 rotary aircraft while being personally responsible for 2 aircrafts; Responsible for overall mechanical help, maintenance and combat readiness of assigned aircraft; Performed daily pre- and post- flight checks, scheduled and unscheduled maintenance of assigned aircraft to include inspecting, lubricating, removal, reinstallation, servicing and troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and avionic systems. Also maintained strict logbooks, maintenance forms and records and tracked inspection intervals based on flight hours. Configured, tested, and rapidly turned around aircraft to support ground units and aerial reconnaissance missions.

Load and unload baggage for multiple major airline carriers at LAX; Miscellaneous cargo work by loading up pallets for shipment which contained livestock, automobiles and various crated items; Managed weight and balance of each pallet