Jefferson Gessel
Salem,OR
Summary
Experienced with technical diagnostics and system maintenance. Utilizes problem-solving skills to ensure optimal equipment functionality. Strong understanding of collaborative teamwork and efficiency improvements.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
F-35 Tactical Fighter Aircraft Structural Maintenance/LO Technician
Tyndall Air Force Base
Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida
02.2025 - 02.2026
- Performs scheduled/unscheduled and preventative aircraft system structural maintenance for assigned F-35 aircraft supporting Florida air defense operations.
- Removes, installs, repairs, inspects, troubleshoots, calibrates, and performs modifications of stealth system components; complies with Air Force Technical Data/Manuals
- Applies low-observable material according to specifications; efforts improve stealth capability of tactical fighter/bomber aircraft supporting national defense initiatives
- Accomplishes detailed reports of all maintenance actions; identifies discrepancies; troubleshoots fix-actions; makes recommendations for future repair/maintenance
- Conducts training of newly assigned personnel; captures performance on in-depth logs in accordance with FAA/DoD/USAF published guidance for skill level advancement
- Oversees calibration of tools/equipment; identifies inconsistencies; ensures safety and compliance with industry standards; generates in-depth reports; prevents mishaps
F-22 Tactical Fighter Aircraft Structural Maintenance/LO Technician
United States Air Force
Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska
08.2019 - 01.2025
- Performs scheduled/unscheduled and preventative aircraft system structural maintenance for assigned F-22 aircraft supporting Alaskan air defense operations, valued at $1.7B
- Removes, installs, repairs, inspects, troubleshoots, calibrates, and performs modifications of stealth system components; complies with Air Force Technical Data/Manuals
- Applies classified, low-observable material according to specifications; efforts improve stealth capability of tactical fighter/bomber aircraft supporting national defense initiatives
- Program Manager: 244 Program – oversees inspection of signable tools utilized by structural maintenance personnel; verifies serviceability of vital equipment; identifies faulty items for repair and/or replacement; provides sourcing for requisition of new items
- Accomplishes detailed reports of all maintenance actions; identifies discrepancies; troubleshoots fix-actions; makes recommendations for future repair/maintenance
- Conducts training of newly assigned personnel; captures performance on in-depth logs in accordance with FAA/DoD/USAF published guidance for skill level advancement
- Manages $8M supply inventory; maintains detailed logs of tools utilized by assigned personnel conducting repair/maintenance; coordinates acquisition/purchase of new items
- Oversees calibration of tools/equipment; identifies inconsistencies; ensures safety and compliance with industry standards; generates in-depth reports; prevents mishaps
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking and organization
- Power Tools and Equipment
- Troubleshooting
- Installation and repair
- Maintenance and repairs
- Quality control
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Preventive Maintenance
- Documentation and reporting
- Safety Equipment
Timeline
F-35 Tactical Fighter Aircraft Structural Maintenance/LO Technician
Tyndall Air Force Base
02.2025 - 02.2026
F-22 Tactical Fighter Aircraft Structural Maintenance/LO Technician
United States Air Force
08.2019 - 01.2025