James McCracken
North Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Accomplished Avionics Craftsman with a distinguished career in the United States Air Force, excelling in preventive maintenance and system troubleshooting. Expert in quality control and safety procedures adherence, demonstrated through meticulous aircraft readiness inspections and effective training of new technicians. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency and safety, with a strong focus on achieving superior results through skillful navigation systems understanding and leadership.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Avionics Craftsman
United States Air Force
03.2018 - 05.2024
- Completed preventive and reparative maintenance on aircraft electronics and computer systems.
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled inspections to check flight readiness of aircraft.
- Diagnosed faults and developed resolution plans.
- Tested electrical aircraft systems, components, and equipment for compliance with standards and to uncover malfunctions.
- Performed thorough visual and physical inspections of all electrical parts.
- Repaired and installed wiring, connectors, control boxes antennas, and other pieces.
- Completed quality assurance checks for service work and completed documentation outlining updates.
- Instituted and enforced safety procedures to protect personnel and aircraft from risks and accidents.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Trained and oversaw new technicians' activities for proper repair and maintenance of avionic systems.
Education
Technical School - Fiber Optic Repair, Replacement, Maintenance
Community College of The Air Force
Las Vegas10.2022
Professional Development Course - Organizational Leadership
Airman Leadership School
Las Vegas05.2021
Technical School - Integrated Avionics
Community College of The Air Force
Las Vegas03.2019
Professional Development Course - Professionalism, Health Studies
Basic Military Training
03.2018
GED -
Louisiana Community And Technical College
Alexandria, LA09.2017
Skills
- Quality control inspection
- Test equipment operation
- Navigation systems understanding
- Safety Procedures Adherence
- Hardware Installation
- Instrumentation calibration
- Software Programming
- System Troubleshooting
- Preventive Maintenance
- Schematics understanding
- Documentation requirements
- Wiring diagrams
- Electrical equipment repair
- Equipment Calibration
- System modification
- Electrical wiring repair
- Training and mentoring
- Maintenance Documentation
Timeline
Avionics Craftsman
United States Air Force
03.2018 - 05.2024
Technical School - Fiber Optic Repair, Replacement, Maintenance
Community College of The Air Force
Professional Development Course - Organizational Leadership
Airman Leadership School
Technical School - Integrated Avionics
Community College of The Air Force
Professional Development Course - Professionalism, Health Studies
Basic Military Training
GED -
Louisiana Community And Technical College
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