Jatiana Forde
Jacksonville,NC
Summary
Marine Corps aviation ordnance professional with extensive experience in safe handling, transportation, and deployment of explosive materials for Sikorsky CH-53K King Stallion and CH-53E Super Stallion aircraft. Proven track record in quality assurance and safety protocols, with a strong ability to train and lead teams to meet regulatory compliance. Committed to enhancing operational efficiency and safety measures in the Aviation and Aerospace sector.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
E-5 - Aircraft Ordnance Technician (6531) - Enlisted - Aviation Ordnance NCOIC
United States Marine Corps, MCAS Newriver
Jacksonville, North Carolina
10.2021 - Current
- Achieved mission readiness by directing ordnance inspections and maintenance for CH-53K and CH-53E platforms.
- Reduced maintenance errors through effective training of three junior technicians in ordnance handling.
- Ensured operational reliability by diagnosing and resolving issues in ALE-47 countermeasure systems.
- Served as Quality Assurance Safety Observer, enforcing NAMP and NOMP compliance during maintenance activities.
E-2 - Aircraft Ordnance Technician (6531) - Enlisted - Ordnance Technician
United States Marine Corps MCAS Cherry Point
Havelock, North Carolina
08.2021 - 10.2021
- Acquired specialized training on AV-8B Harrier aircraft, focusing on systems and operational protocols.
- Gained extensive knowledge of armament and countermeasure systems to ensure safe weapon integration.
- Performed hands-on arming and dearming operations while strictly following safety signaling protocols.
- Reviewed technical manuals and ordnance publications to maintain compliance with safety standards.
- Engaged in practical training during ordnance evolutions, building skills in weapons maintenance practices.
E-2 - Basic Aviation Ordnance Marine (6500) - Enlisted - Ordnance Technician
United States Marine Corps
Pensacola, Florida
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Ensured compliance with Naval Aviation Maintenance Program and Naval Ordnance Maintenance Program for aircraft maintenance.
- Conducted inspections and troubleshooting of aircraft weapon systems to maintain FAA-equivalent readiness.
- Administered munitions identification, storage, and tracking to reinforce accountability and regulatory adherence.
- Completed aviation ordnance systems training to enhance maintenance documentation skills.
Education
High School Diploma -
Robert S. Alexander High School
Douglasville, GA05.2020
Some College (No Degree) - Science and Humanitarian
Coastal Carolina Community College
Jacksonville, NCSkills
- Ordnance inspection and maintenance expertise
- Collateral duty inspector certification
- Quality assurance oversight
- Naval aviation compliance standards
- Countermeasure systems diagnostics proficiency
- Lifecycle management of ordnance
- Preventive and corrective maintenance practices
- Management of technical publications
- Safety enforcement and hazard prevention
- Coordination with engineering teams for maintenance
- Mentorship and training of technicians
- Management of ordnance operations
- Effective time management skills
- Expertise in explosives handling
- Inspection and maintenance of weapons systems
- Execution of mission planning strategies
- Troubleshooting techniques and methods
- Strong communication skills
CAREER OBJECTIVE
Aspiring pilot and dedicated Aviation Ordnance Technician with over 4 years of U.S. Marine Corps experience supporting CH-53K and CH-53E heavy-lift helicopters. Skilled in maintenance, ordnance handling, and safety oversight, holding qualifications as Collateral Duty Inspector (CDI) and Quality Assurance Safety Observer (QASO). Combines hands-on technical expertise with leadership and training experience, committed to aviation safety, operational excellence, and long-term growth toward a professional pilot career.
MILTARY TRAINING
- Emergency Reclamation Team (ERT) Training
- CH-53 Team member
- Lance Corporal Seminar
- Leading Marines Leadership Development
- Corporals Course – Supervisor Development
- AA&E Screening
- Training: HAZCOM non-Supervisor
- FOD Prevention Program Training (USMC)
Timeline
E-5 - Aircraft Ordnance Technician (6531) - Enlisted - Aviation Ordnance NCOIC
United States Marine Corps, MCAS Newriver
10.2021 - Current
E-2 - Aircraft Ordnance Technician (6531) - Enlisted - Ordnance Technician
United States Marine Corps MCAS Cherry Point
08.2021 - 10.2021
E-2 - Basic Aviation Ordnance Marine (6500) - Enlisted - Ordnance Technician
United States Marine Corps
06.2021 - 08.2021
High School Diploma -
Robert S. Alexander High School
Some College (No Degree) - Science and Humanitarian
Coastal Carolina Community College