Jennifer Christiansen
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Dedicated to keeping aircraft electrical systems operating at peak performance. Proficient in testing, troubleshooting and diagnosing issues to determine best solutions. Exceptional work ethic with strong communication and planning abilities.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Aircraft Avionics Technician
Jet Yard Solutions
2022.12 - Current
- Conducts scheduled, unscheduled, and preventative maintenance projects on airframe, power plant, avionics systems, and electrical components on Boeing 737/767, Embraer ERJ 140/145, and Bombardier CRJ 200 commercial aircraft in accordance FAA and Jet Yard Solutions procedures and regulations.
- Maintains optimal performance of flight control systems through regular diagnostic checks and repairs.
- Maintains high level of professional knowledge in avionics through continuous learning, attending industry conferences, and staying updated with FAA regulations.
- Assists in training junior technicians, sharing knowledge of avionics maintenance procedures and best practices.
- Plays vital role in ensuring fleet readiness by performing routine maintenance, system upgrades, and emergency repairs.
- Performs functional flight tests and operated ground support and test equipment.
- Works with engineers, technicians and other aircraft maintenance personnel.
- Handles completion and final installations of electronic components and aircraft systems assembly.
- Adjusts and replaces malfunctioning and damaged components.
- Provides accurate data on central management systems.
- Removes, installs, and checks avionics systems and line replaceable units.
- Collaborates closely with pilots to address specific concerns related to flight instruments or navigational equipment functionality issues prior to takeoff or after landing.
- Diagnoses malfunctions using technical orders, schematics, wiring diagrams, integrated test systems and other test equipment.
- Performs ground operation and functional checks of aircraft systems including: hydraulic, electric/ environmental, powerplant, and primary/secondary flight controls.
- Provides on-site technical support for electrical components in navigation, communication, and all other electrical systems.
- Utilizes multiple avionics hand tools to repair broken/frayed wires, replace bent pins/defective connectors, and route wires through existing harnesses.
- Interprets maintenance manuals and service bulletins to determine feasibility and method of repairing malfunctioning components.
- Utilizes calibrated testing equipment to repair internal/external customer equipment in accordance with component maintenance manuals.
- Performs modification of existing and installation of new aircraft wiring IAW aircraft documents and engineering drawings.
- Completes avionic installs and modifications per engineering drawings and manufacturing guidelines as required.
- Trained in utilizing digital multimeter and multiple hand tools as well as in applying proper soldering techniques.
- Applies comprehensive knowledge of electronic principles and practices required to repair, overhaul and maintain assigned systems.
- Applies knowledge of electronic principles on maintenance tasks involving test instrument readings, calibration, and alignment.
- Full knowledge of electronic principles and theory of components, different assemblies, and subassemblies.
- Documents work performed per appropriate manuals and regulations.
Owner/Operator
Arte Bella
2011.11 - 2022.11
- Managed bar operations for smooth functioning operation while maintaining high standard of customer satisfaction.
- Responsible for the overall food and beverage operations by formulation of policies, business goals, and exceeding revenue targets.
- Focused on continuous staff training and development to ensure policies and procedures were followed.
- Developed close relationships with clients and analyzed their needs to develop and build menus and personalized events to ensure top-level customer service, retention, and referrals.
- Ensured company standards for quality and service were exceeded by each team member.
- Responsible for strategic marketing and advertising efforts.
- Assisted with interviewing, hiring, training, and development of qualified employees.
- Managed front of house staff including servicers, bussers, hostesses, and bartenders.
- Managed back of house operations including food preparation, quality control and expediting.
- Ensured quality and critical communication between front and back of house.
- Worked directly with health inspectors and city officials to ensure that restaurant met and exceeded local laws and codes.
- Created employee schedule to ensure labor hours fell within projected guidelines and accommodating numerous employee requests.
Electronic Warfare Systems Technician
United States Air Force (AF)
2001.02 - 2005.03
- Operated and maintained electronic warfare systems on B-1 Bomber aircraft.
- Analyzed equipment operating characteristics to isolate malfunctions in avionics systems, integrated test systems built-in-test (BIT), multiplexed data bus systems, recording systems, video display systems, mission computer systems, electronic warfare (EW) systems, and sensors.
- Removed, installed, checked, and repaired avionics systems and line replaceable units (LRU).
- Diagnosed malfunctions using technical orders, schematics, wiring diagrams, integrated test systems and other test equipment.
- Removed, replaced, and repaired faulty system wiring, electrical connectors, antennas, transmission lines, and multi conductor cables.
- Modified avionics systems according to technical publications.
- Updated operational logs, inspection records, aircraft forms, and automated maintenance systems.
- Performed and supervised alignment, calibration, and boresight of avionics systems.
- Uploaded ground maintenance and operational software.
- Performed off-equipment maintenance on selected avionics LRUs and maintained peculiar support equipment.
- Inspected and evaluated aircraft maintenance activities.
- Inspected and verified operational status and configuration of avionics systems and software.
- Recorded and ensured validity of entries into maintenance data collection and inspection systems.
Education
College Degree in Studio Art -
The University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ05.2013
College Degree in General Studies -
Pima Community College
Tucson, AZ05.2011
College Degree in Avionics -
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL03.2005
Skills
- Navigation Systems
- Software Installation
- Schematic reading
- Wiring diagrams
- Electrical testing
- Safety Procedures
- Training and mentoring
- Maintenance Documentation
- Root Cause Analysis
- Troubleshooting malfunctions
- Communication Systems Proficiency
Certification
- Driver's License
- Tow Decoy Systems
- I passed the written tests for both general and airframe mechanic this year. I'm signed up for the O&P course for Airframe Mechanic at Code 1 Maintenance from April 10th - 12th, 2024 and will be testing to obtain my airframe license on April 12th.
Military Service
United States Air Force, E4, 02/01/01-03/01/05 with honorable discharge.
Air Force Achievement Medal with one device, Air Force Training Ribbon, National Defense Service Medal, Air Force Expeditionary Service Ribbon with Gold Border, Air Force Longevity Service Award, Air Force Outstanding Unit Award with Valor, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal.
Timeline
Aircraft Avionics Technician
Jet Yard Solutions
2022.12 - Current
Owner/Operator
Arte Bella
2011.11 - 2022.11
Electronic Warfare Systems Technician
United States Air Force (AF)
2001.02 - 2005.03
College Degree in Studio Art -
The University of Arizona
College Degree in General Studies -
Pima Community College
College Degree in Avionics -
Community College of The Air Force
- Driver's License
- Tow Decoy Systems
- I passed the written tests for both general and airframe mechanic this year. I'm signed up for the O&P course for Airframe Mechanic at Code 1 Maintenance from April 10th - 12th, 2024 and will be testing to obtain my airframe license on April 12th.
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