Jason Buzard
Greencastle,IN
Summary
FAA certified Aircraft Maintenance Technician with 8+ years of aviation maintenance experience, including 6 years maintaining F-16 fighter aircraft in the U.S. Air Force and MRO experience maintaining Airbus A220 and A320 aircraft.
Overview
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1
Certification
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
MRO Aircraft Maintenance Technician Lead
COMLUX AMERICA
Indianapolis, IN
07.2025 - Current
- Lead and supervise aircraft maintenance personnel performing line and heavy maintenance on Airbus A220 and A320 aircraft.
- Direct maintenance activities including aircraft inspections, troubleshooting, corrective maintenance, component removal and replacement, structural repairs, and aircraft system maintenance.
- Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, fuel, avionics, and other aircraft system discrepancies to identify root causes and restore aircraft to service.
- Perform and oversee aircraft maintenance in accordance with FAA, EASA, manufacturer, company, and approved maintenance procedures.
- Interpret and apply aircraft maintenance manuals, technical publications, wiring diagrams, schematics, and illustrated parts catalogs to accomplish maintenance tasks accurately.
- Support aircraft engine run operations and other maintenance activities requiring strict adherence to aircraft procedures and safety requirements.
- Lead time-sensitive maintenance activities while maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality, aircraft availability, and efficient turnaround times.
- Review maintenance documentation and ensure accurate, complete, and timely recording of maintenance actions, discrepancies, inspections, and corrective actions.
- Coordinate manpower, tools, equipment, parts, and maintenance tasks to support daily production requirements and aircraft return-to-service schedules.
- Supervise, mentor, and train technicians while maintaining accountability for safe and efficient completion of assigned maintenance.
- Coordinate with maintenance leadership and other departments to resolve complex aircraft discrepancies and minimize aircraft downtime.
- Promoted to Maintenance Lead within one year based on technical expertise, leadership, safety, and maintenance performance.
Aircraft Maintenance Technician III
COMLUX AMERICA
Indianapolis, IN
04.2024 - 07.2025
- Performed scheduled, unscheduled, and heavy maintenance on Airbus A220 and A320 aircraft.
- Conducted aircraft inspections, troubleshooting, component removal and installation, corrective maintenance, and aircraft servicing.
- Diagnosed and repaired electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, fuel, avionics, and other aircraft system discrepancies.
- Utilized aircraft maintenance manuals, wiring diagrams, schematics, illustrated parts catalogs, and other approved technical publications to perform maintenance tasks.
- Performed maintenance in accordance with FAA, EASA, manufacturer, and company procedures.
- Supported AOG recovery and time-critical maintenance events to minimize aircraft downtime and support aircraft availability.
- Completed accurate maintenance documentation and maintenance write-ups for discrepancies, corrective actions, inspections, and return-to-service activities.
- Performed aircraft engine run operations in accordance with applicable aircraft procedures and requirements.
- Maintained a strong focus on aircraft safety, quality, regulatory compliance, and efficient aircraft turnaround times.
F-16 Crew Chief / Aircraft Maintenance Technician
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
Shaw Air Force Base, SC
06.2018 - 06.2024
- Conducted scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, servicing, component replacement, and corrective maintenance on turbine-powered aircraft.
- Troubleshot and repaired aircraft airframe, engine, fuel, hydraulic, electrical, flight control, and associated aircraft systems.
- Performed aircraft inspections and maintenance in accordance with Air Force technical orders, maintenance procedures, and applicable safety requirements.
- Interpreted technical orders, wiring diagrams, schematics, and aircraft technical documentation to diagnose discrepancies and accomplish maintenance actions.
- Removed, replaced, inspected, and tested aircraft components and assemblies while ensuring proper configuration and serviceability.
- Performed aircraft servicing and maintenance activities in support of daily flight operations, aircraft launches, recoveries, and mission requirements.
- Performed accurate maintenance documentation and recorded aircraft discrepancies, corrective actions, inspections, and aircraft status.
- Supported AOG and mission-critical maintenance requirements in a high-pressure operational environment.
- Led and supervised maintenance activities involving teams of 20+ personnel while maintaining strict standards for safety, quality, and aircraft readiness.
- Supported combat and training operations, preparing aircraft for sorties in high-pressure environments with 100% mission completion rate.
- Maintained accountability for aircraft forms, technical data, tools, equipment, and maintenance actions.
- Ensured aircraft were properly configured, inspected, serviced, and ready for flight in accordance with established maintenance requirements.
Automotive Technician/ BMW Technician
BUZWERKS BMW
GENESEO, IL
06.2016 - 05.2018
- Performed diagnostic, preventive, and corrective maintenance on BMW vehicles, including mechanical, electrical, engine, drivetrain, and vehicle systems.
- Diagnosed complex mechanical and electrical faults using manufacturer diagnostic equipment, service information, wiring diagrams, and technical procedures.
- Removed, replaced, and repaired mechanical and electrical components while maintaining manufacturer specifications and quality standards.
- Performed inspections, troubleshooting, routine servicing, and repairs while maintaining accurate service documentation.
- Applied systematic troubleshooting and root-cause analysis to identify and correct mechanical and electrical system discrepancies.
- Used hand tools, power tools, diagnostic equipment, and specialized service equipment to perform maintenance and repairs safely and efficiently.
Education
Airframe And Powerplant Program -
Carolina Aeronautical
Simpsonville, SC12-2024
Skills
- Turbine Aircraft Maintenance
- Line Maintenance
- Heavy Maintenance
- Scheduled Maintenance
- Unscheduled Maintenance
- Preventive Maintenance
- Corrective Maintenance
- Aircraft Inspections
- Aircraft Troubleshooting
- Mechanical Systems
- Electrical Systems
- Avionics Systems
- Hydraulic Systems
- Fuel Systems
- Engine Systems
- Flight Control Systems
- Aircraft Structures
- Component Removal & Replacement
- Engine Run Operations
- Maintenance Documentation
- Technical Publications
- Aircraft Maintenance Manuals
- Technical Orders
- Wiring Diagrams
- Schematics
- Illustrated Parts Catalogs (IPC)
- FAA/EASA Compliance
- Safety & Quality Assurance
- Maintenance Team Leadership
- Root-Cause Troubleshooting
- Team Leadership
Certification
- FAA Airframe & Powerplant Mechanic Certificate
- Forklift & Aerial Lift Trainer Certification
- Airbus A220 General Familiarization
- Airbus A220 Engine Run Qualified
- Airbus A320 Family General Familiarization
- Airbus A320 Family Engine Run Qualified
Timeline
MRO Aircraft Maintenance Technician Lead
COMLUX AMERICA
07.2025 - Current
Aircraft Maintenance Technician III
COMLUX AMERICA
04.2024 - 07.2025
F-16 Crew Chief / Aircraft Maintenance Technician
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
06.2018 - 06.2024
Automotive Technician/ BMW Technician
BUZWERKS BMW
06.2016 - 05.2018
Airframe And Powerplant Program -
Carolina Aeronautical