Jerome Miller
Patuxent River,MD
Summary
Dynamic Aircraft Mechanic with extensive experience at Vertex Aerospace, skilled in aircraft systems and maintenance. Proven ability to troubleshoot complex issues and enhance operational efficiency. Holds an Active Secret Security Clearance and excels in Microsoft Office applications. Recognized for leadership in high-pressure environments, ensuring mission readiness and safety.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Aircraft Mechanic
Vertex Aerospace
01.2025 - Current
- Perform maintenance on C-130T and C-130J model Propulsion Systems and APUs in various climates and locations in accordance with Navy Regulation.
- Maintain and repair aircraft components including but not limited to flight controls, engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems, and mechanical components.
- Jack and tow aircrafts and verify the work was performed satisfactorily, service engines and airframe components at line station making repairs, short of overhaul, required to keep aircraft in safe operating condition.
- Adjust, repair, or replace electrical wiring system and aircraft accessories, perform preflight, thru-flight, and post-flight maintenance inspections, perform miscellaneous duties to service aircraft, including flushing crankcase, cleaning screens and filters, greasing moving parts, and checking brakes.
- Replace or repair worn or damaged components using hand tools, gauges, and testing equipment; remove engine and propeller from aircraft, using hoist or forklift truck, disassemble and inspect parts for wear, cracks, security, or other defects, and repair or replace defective engine parts and reassemble and install engine in aircraft.
- Apply comprehensive technical expertise to solve moderate to complex problems by interpreting technical documentation such as blueprints or manufacturers' manuals.
- Make entries in aircraft logs and records using Optimized Organizational Maintenance Activity system (OOMA).
- Apply technical knowledge of airframe and power plant systems in determining equipment malfunctions.
Aircraft Mechanic
Albers Aerospace
10.2023 - 12.2024
- Perform maintenance on C130 Propulsion Systems and APUs in various climates and locations in accordance with Navy Regulation.
- Maintain and repair aircraft components including but not limited to flight controls, engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems, and mechanical components.
- Jack and tow aircrafts and verify the work was performed satisfactorily, service engines and airframe components at line station making repairs, short of overhaul, required to keep aircraft in safe operating condition.
- Adjust, repair, or replace electrical wiring system and aircraft accessories, perform preflight, thru-flight, and post-flight maintenance inspections, perform miscellaneous duties to service aircraft, including flushing crankcase, cleaning screens and filters, greasing moving parts, and checking brakes.
- Replace or repair worn or damaged components using hand tools, gauges, and testing equipment; remove engine and propeller from aircraft, using hoist or forklift truck, disassemble and inspect parts for wear, cracks, security, or other defects, and repair or replace defective engine parts and reassemble and install engine in aircraft.
- Apply comprehensive technical expertise to solve moderate to complex problems by interpreting technical documentation such as blueprints or manufacturers' manuals.
- Make entries in aircraft logs and records using Optimized Organizational Maintenance Activity system (OOMA).
- Apply technical knowledge of airframe and power plant systems in determining equipment malfunctions.
Vehicle Mechanic
United States Air Force
08.2019 - 10.2023
- Maintain, troubleshoot and repair a wide variety of gasoline and diesel-powered vehicles, including, but not limited to, fire trucks, emergency vehicles, aircraft refuelers, and support equipment.
- Conducts annual and preventative maintenance inspections.
- Maintains shop HAZMAT, PMEL (precision measurement equipment laboratory), and VCO (vehicle control officer) for the Vehicle Maintenance section.
- Led a team of 4 to assist the Department of Public Health procure and distribute PPE supplies across the state during the COVID-19 pandemic from April 2020 to August 2020.
- Utilize DPAS (Defense Priorities and Allocations System) to generate, process, and sign off vehicle discrepancies.
- Currently a GPC (Government Purchase Card) cardholder.
- Procure resources and assets for the Vehicle Maintenance section.
- Utilize Microsoft Excel to document GPC purchases and track spending.
- Utilize Microsoft Powerpoint to create training slides for HAZWASTE (Hazardous Waste) training.
- Organized icebreaker event for 200 individuals attending VMAG conference.
- Schedules, prioritizes, inspects and repairs forklifts, pallet jacks, carts, etc., determines within prescribed value range, when a major component, assembly is to be repaired, rebuilt, replaced or discarded.
- Required to maintain forklift fleet and training vehicles, and prepares written estimates on cost and labor time for corrective repairs.
- Responsible for the proper repair and maintenance for a fleet of forklifts and related equipment of various brands (Hyster and CAT).
Aircraft Mechanic
United States Air Force
08.2007 - 06.2019
- Perform maintenance on C130 Propulsion Systems and APUs in various climates and locations in accordance with Air Force Instruction and Regulation.
- Perform ISO Inspections, unscheduled and scheduled maintenance, scheduled and unscheduled inspections, and back shop maintenance.
- Frequently utilize Management Information Systems (GO81) to establish aircraft related discrepancies, document maintenance performed, running reports pertaining to ongoing and completed maintenance, and pulling logistics reports.
- Performed in-process and final inspections for aircrafts and components to return to service in accordance with AFI 21-101, Operating Instructions, and the corresponding Technical Orders.
- Proficient in utilizing Air Force technical manuals in junction with local procedures and federal laws, including, AFI 21-101 (Aircraft and Equipment Maintenance Management), OSHA Regulations, EESHO-MIS (Enterprise Environmental, Safety, and Occupational Health Management Information System), and EPA regulations.
- Deployed to Ali Al-Salem, Kuwait from October 2017 to March 2018 as C-130 Propulsion section shift supervisor.
- Augmenteed with NY National Guard and assisted the National Science Foundation with scientific research in Antarctica from October 2016 to December 2016.
- Attended Rolls-Royce Training Center for Advanced Propulsion Systems course.
- Served as interim work leader for the shop from September 2015 to December 2015.
- Deployed to Kabul, Afghanistan as an Air Advisor from February 2015 to June 2015.
- Attended C-130 Engine Run school.
- Utilized Microsoft Excel to generate spread sheets to document training, catalog shop resources, and provide leadership with breakdown of shop MC rate (Mission Capable rate).
- Utilized Microsoft Word for EPRs (Enlisted Performance Report), Award recommendations, and disciplinary actions such LORs (Letter of Reprimand).
- Used Microsoft PowerPoint for establishing classes and briefings.
Education
Airframe And Powerplant License - Avaiation
Savannah Technical College
Savannah, GA12-2021
Skills
- Active Secret Security Clearance
- Aircraft Maintenance
- Aircraft Systems
- Aviation
- Microsoft Office
- Vehicle Maintenance
Timeline
Aircraft Mechanic
Vertex Aerospace
01.2025 - Current
Aircraft Mechanic
Albers Aerospace
10.2023 - 12.2024
Vehicle Mechanic
United States Air Force
08.2019 - 10.2023
Aircraft Mechanic
United States Air Force
08.2007 - 06.2019
Airframe And Powerplant License - Avaiation
Savannah Technical College