Jose Samaniego
Wichita,KS
Summary
Dedicated aircraft maintenance professional with extensive experience in conducting thorough inspections and repairs. Proven ability to document maintenance activities accurately and enforce safety protocols. Ready to contribute to effective teamwork and enhance operational efficiency.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
MRO Repair Station Mechanic
Spirit AeroSystems
Wichita, Kansas
01.2022 - Current
- Performed routine maintenance, repair, and overhaul on various aerospace systems and equipment.
- Utilized precision tools for installation and repair of parts and assemblies.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards during all maintenance activities.
- Conducted inspections to identify defects in aircraft components and systems.
- Documented repairs and maintenance activities in compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Assisted fellow mechanics when necessary during complex repairs.
- Installed new parts or reinforced existing components with adhesives, sealants and fasteners.
- Organized tools and supplies neatly within the workspace for easy access during maintenance tasks.
- Utilized blueprints, technical drawings, and specialized setup tools to guide repair processes accurately.
- Tested incoming units and repaired assemblies by applying hydraulic pressure to verify proper functioning.
- Cleaned debris from work areas at the end of each shift to maintain a safe working environment.
AH-64 Apache Helicopter Mechanic
US Army
Fort Riley North, Kansas
09.2014 - 09.2021
- Conducted routine inspections on Apache helicopter systems and components.
- Performed scheduled maintenance to ensure aircraft readiness and safety.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues using established troubleshooting procedures and tools.
- Repaired hydraulic, electrical, and propulsion systems following military standards set forth by the FAA.
- Collaborated with flight crews to address technical concerns during pre-flight checks.
- Trained junior mechanics on proper maintenance techniques and safety protocols.
- Maintained detailed records of repairs, inspections, and parts replacements accurately.
- Implemented best practices for tool usage and inventory management effectively.
- Performed engine changes, fuel system repairs, rotor blade replacements, wiring harness modifications, oil filter changes and gearbox maintenance.
- Checked hydraulic systems for leaks or faulty lines and replaced them as necessary.
- Conducted pre-flight inspections of the Apache helicopter to verify all systems were working correctly prior to flight operations.
- Replaced worn or broken parts with new ones from inventory or ordered them from suppliers if needed.
Education
High School Diploma -
Robert E. Lee High School
Midland, TX01-2014
Skills
- Proficiency with air-supplied tools
- Aircraft maintenance
- Hydraulic system repair
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Regulatory compliance
- Precision tool usage
- Maintenance documentation
- Technical drawings interpretation
- Quality assurance checks
- Effective teamwork
- Training junior mechanics
- Safety protocol enforcement
- Communication skills
- Military maintenance requirements
- Hand tools proficiency
- Corrosion prevention
- Concise time-management
- Structural repairs
- Aircraft inspection
- Blueprint interpretation
- Aircraft Weight Balance
- Landing gear maintenance
- Fuel system service
- Crane operations
- Loading and unloading of aircraft units into shipping boxes for receipt, storage, and shipping
- Proficient in system leak checks
Certification
CFC/HCFC Refrigerant Processing Certificate Verification
Timeline
MRO Repair Station Mechanic
Spirit AeroSystems
01.2022 - Current
AH-64 Apache Helicopter Mechanic
US Army
09.2014 - 09.2021
High School Diploma -
Robert E. Lee High School