John Austin
Wilson,NC
Summary
Committed technician with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Aviation Maintenance Technician
Boeing
North Charleston, South Carolina
05.2025 - Current
- Conducted routine tests on electronic components to ensure quality assurance.
- Operated testing equipment for performance and reliability assessment.
- Documented test results and maintained records for compliance purposes.
- Collaborated with engineers to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues efficiently.
- Reviewed blueprints and manuals to determine testing procedures and adjustment methods.
- Worked closely with Quality Assurance personnel to guarantee compliance with applicable standards.
- Implemented standard operating procedures to improve testing accuracy.
Team Leader
Siemens Energy
Wendell, NC
07.2023 - 05.2025
- Promoted to leadership role for exceptional work ethic and customer service excellence.
- Enhanced team motivation through training and support to align with objectives.
- Delegated daily tasks to optimize productivity of team members.
- Monitored performance metrics to evaluate operational effectiveness and identify improvements.
- Managed daily inventory processes to streamline material distribution.
- Reviewed completed work to ensure quality, consistency, and adherence to standards.
- Maintained organized workspaces to eliminate safety hazards and improve efficiency.
- Collaborated with supervisors to synchronize departmental operations and activities.
Manufacturing Technician
Bell and Howell
Durham, NC
06.2019 - Current
- Prepared and assembled materials and set up and operated production equipment in accordance with current manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures.
- Resolves assembly problems by testing/troubleshooting to the piece part level; running diagnostics using various testing equipment; (if required), verifying proper assembly techniques and function of each assembly and sub-assembly.
- Troubleshot problems with equipment, devices or products.
- Used hand tools, power tools and measurement devices to perform production operations.
Electrical Assembler
Siemens Energy
Wendell, NC
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Assembled and installed production electrical control modules to restrain voltage levels and guarantee safety.
- Assisted new employees with assembly tasks to maintain production levels.
- Assembled electrical cabinets using wiring and harnessing expertise.
- Maintained production rates by applying technical and electrical expertise to produce each piece.
- Isolated and removed defects to maintain specification compliance for every part.
- Distributed materials, supplies and subassemblies to work areas.
- Worked with assemblies requiring diverse skill levels and using both analog and digital designs.
Electronics Technician
Phononic
Durham, NC
02.2016 - 06.2019
- Rebuilt and repaired printed circuit boards.
- Analyzed production drawings, interpreted schematics and followed detailed work instructions to accurately assemble electronic PCB boards and equipment.
- Constructed and tested electronic circuits and installed point-to-point wire harnesses and connectors.
- Set up and operated specialized or standard test equipment to diagnose, test or analyze performance of electronic components, assemblies or systems.
- Performed diagnostics and testing to locate root causes and resolve issues for optimal performance.
- Assembled and tested components, wiring and systems, locating and correcting faults to optimize production results.
- Evaluated and tested electronic PCB boards and products using measurement and diagnostic devices to adjust, test and repair equipment
Aerospace Technician
UTC Aerospace
Wilson, NC
06.2013 - 02.2016
- Executed preventive and reparative maintenance on aircraft electronics and computer systems also fire suppression and detection for Boeing, Airbus, Sikorsky helicopters.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to locate source of malfunctions.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Assessed blueprints and specifications prior to completing complex avionics repair work.
Manufacturing Technician
Axon styrotech
Raleigh, NC
06.2008 - 02.2013
- Prepared and assembled materials and set up and operated production equipment in accordance with current manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures.
- Worked from layout and work order, created programs and set up machines to produce required parts.
- Practiced safe and hazard-free work environments in line with company standards.
- Oversaw sampling, testing, line inspections and other quality control strategies.
- Used hand tools, power tools and measurement devices to perform production operations.
- Evaluated final products for quality and compliance with product standards.
Electronics Technician
EMC Corporation
Apex, NC
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Builds, tests, troubleshoots, repairs and modifies developmental and production electronic components, parts, equipment, and systems. Systems included but not limited to, missile control instrumentation,Machine tool numerical controls, applying principals
and theories of electronics, electrical circuitry, electrical mathematics, electronic and electrical testing, - Discusses layout and assembly procedures and problems with Electronics Engineer according to engineering instructions, technical manuals, and knowledge of electronic systems and components.
- Sets up standard test apparatus or test devices, test equipment and circuitry to conduct functional, operational, environmental, and life tests to evaluate performance and reliability of prototype or production model.
- Repaired systems, equipment and subassemblies by replacing defective components or line replaceable units.
Automotive Technician
Midas Muffler
Raleigh, NC
02.2004 - 07.2006
- Performed minor maintenance services, including gasket replacements, coolant flushes and tune-ups.
- Removed, replaced, balanced and rotated new or used tires to maintain on-road safety
- Completed repairs and maintenance to major vehicle models to meet safety specifications.
- Monitored shop equipment to maintain safe working condition.
- Kept detailed records of repairs, labor involved and parts used.
- Examined and inspected damaged vehicles, estimating repair costs prior to performing service.
- Maintained garage safety protocols to meet regulatory and company expectations.
- Conveyed troubleshooting diagnosis to customer and outlined proposed repair plan and associated costs.
- Cooperated with other technicians from different disciplines to achieve optimal integration.
- Conducted routine servicing on fuel, electrical and cooling systems.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Electrical, Electronics Engineering Technologies
U.S.A.F
07.1988
High School Diploma -
Sterling High School
06.1985
Skills
- Testing components
- Reading technical documentation
- Managing supplies
- Technical documentation
- Electronics manufacturing
- Electronic troubleshooting
- Wiring and soldering
- Product development
- Test results documentation
- Prototype setups
- PPE use
- Certified IPC Specialist (J-STD-001)
- FAA and DOT Certified (14 CFR Part 120) (49 CFR Part 40)
- Electrical assembly
Education and Training
other,other
Timeline
Aviation Maintenance Technician
Boeing
05.2025 - Current
Team Leader
Siemens Energy
07.2023 - 05.2025
Electrical Assembler
Siemens Energy
05.2023 - 07.2023
Manufacturing Technician
Bell and Howell
06.2019 - Current
Electronics Technician
Phononic
02.2016 - 06.2019
Aerospace Technician
UTC Aerospace
06.2013 - 02.2016
Manufacturing Technician
Axon styrotech
06.2008 - 02.2013
Electronics Technician
EMC Corporation
01.2006 - 01.2008
Automotive Technician
Midas Muffler
02.2004 - 07.2006
Some College (No Degree) - Electrical, Electronics Engineering Technologies
U.S.A.F
High School Diploma -
Sterling High School