Joseph Hosea
Santa Clarita,CA
Summary
Highly skilled Airframe and Powerplant mechanic with 3 years in aviation maintenance industry. Repaired and maintained aircraft engines, flight systems and avionics at large and small facilities. Exceptional technical skills and attention to detail leading to management and client satisfaction. Experienced on Turbine, Turbo Prop, and Piston aircraft. Experienced on these manufacturers engines: Boeing, General Electric, Rolls Royce, Williamson, Lycoming and Continental. Experienced on these aircraft manufacturers and Aircraft: Cessna, Beechcraft, Cirrus, Piper, Epic, Mooney, Diamond, Columbia, Gulfstream, FA-18 Super Hornet.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Aircraft Technician
Gulfstream Aerospace
08.2023 - Current
- Enhanced aircraft safety by performing thorough maintenance inspections and identifying potential issues.
- Reduced downtime for aircraft by efficiently diagnosing and repairing mechanical problems.
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance tasks performed, ensuring compliance with FAA regulations.
- Contributed to a reduction in maintenance-related incidents by maintaining a strong focus on safety during all tasks.
- Supported aircraft modifications projects, collaborating with engineers to implement design changes effectively.
- Participated in regular safety meetings, contributing valuable input based on personal experiences working on various types of aircraft systems.
- Inspected airframes to detect wear and other defects.
- Removed components such as landing gear, engines, and flight control.
- Lubricated shafts, bearings, and gears to maintain optimal performance.
- Removed and installed aircraft subsystem assemblies such as engines, rotors, gearboxes, transmissions, and mechanical flight controls.
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Clipper Aviation
12.2022 - 08.2023
- Enhanced aircraft safety by performing thorough maintenance inspections and identifying potential issues.
- Reduced downtime for aircraft by efficiently diagnosing and repairing mechanical problems.
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance tasks performed, ensuring compliance with FAA regulations.
- Streamlined work processes by implementing standardized procedures for routine maintenance tasks.
- Improved aircraft longevity by conducting detailed corrosion control inspections and treatments.
- Assisted in training new technicians, sharing knowledge and expertise to ensure high-quality workmanship.
- Ensured proper functioning of avionics systems by conducting comprehensive electrical troubleshooting and repairs.
- Consistently met or exceeded performance metrics related to repair turnaround times, contributing to overall operational efficiency.
- Developed strong relationships with colleagues, fostering a positive work atmosphere conducive to teamwork and effective communication.
- Provided excellent customer service when interacting with pilots, addressing their concerns regarding aircraft performance or maintenance needs proactively.
- Skillfully utilized specialized tools and equipment for precision calibration of critical flight components, ensuring optimal performance levels during operation.
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on diverse aircraft engines, avionics and hydraulics.
- Maintained repair logs to document all corrective and preventive aircraft maintenance.
- Analyzed engineering drawings and schematics to troubleshoot systems and diagnose solutions.
- Removed components such as landing gear, engines, and flight control.
- Operated power tools, gauges and testing equipment to adjust, repair, and replace faulty components in aircrafts.
- Maintained, repaired and rebuilt aircraft structures and fuel, electrical, and oxygen systems.
- Recorded maintenance actions in aircraft logbooks.
- Examined and tested aircraft parts, components and systems to verify airworthiness and functionality.
Aviation Machinist's Mate
United States Navy, USN
01.2021 - 11.2022
- Performed ground checks and assisted functional check pilots with in-flight functional check procedures.
- Performed aircraft structural repairs as related to sheet metal and composite structures.
- Used technical data to diagnose and solve maintenance problems on aircraft systems.
- Disassembled, repaired and replaced components in aircraft's body or engine.
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on diverse aircraft engines, avionics and hydraulics.
- Inspected airframes to detect wear and other defects.
- Obtained fuel and oil samples to check for contamination.
- Read and interpreted aircraft documentation to determine repair feasibility and methods.
- Assisted with aircraft and equipment transport and movement.
Education
No Degree - Mechanical Engineering
College of The Canyons
Valencia, CA08.2025
Airframe And Powerplant License - Airframe And Powerplant
Practical Experience
01.2024
Certificate - F.A.A. Certified Course
Pitot-Static And Transponder
San Luis Obispo, CA05.2023
Certificate - Organizational Aircraft Maintenance
FA-18E/F Power Plants And Related Systems
Lemoore, CA08.2021
Certificate - Air Refueling Store Repair Technician Course
Air Refueling Store Model SF 31-301
Lemoore, CA07.2021
Certificate - Physics And Components of All Military Aircraft
Aviation Machinists Mate A School
Pensacola, FL05.2021
High School Diploma -
William S. Hart High School
Newhall, CA08.2020
Skills
- Quality Control
- Parts Inspection
- Fault Diagnosis
- Preventive Maintenance
- Component Examination
- Engine Repair
- Instrument Calibration
- Wire Harness Fabrication
- Ground Support Equipment Operation
- Aircraft Systems Knowledge
- Hydraulic Systems Maintenance
- Fuel System Servicing
- Turbine Engine Repair
- Electrical Wiring Repair
- Structural Assembly Techniques
- Pneumatic Systems Repair
- Landing Gear Maintenance
- Hand and Power Tools Proficiency
- Avionics Troubleshooting
- Blueprints and Schematics Interpretation
- Corrosion Control Techniques
- Aircraft Inspection Procedures
- Regulatory Compliance Awareness
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Composite Materials Repair
- Military Maintenance Requirements
- Maintenance Documentation
- Safety Protocol Knowledge
- Project Management
- Parts Fabrication
Accomplishments
- Airframe and Powerplant Certificate
- Lead of Line Service Center in the Navy
- Qualified final inspection Shooter on Aircraft Carrier
- Journeyman in the Powerplant service center in the Navy
- Plane Captain Certified
- Qualifier for Plane Captain Qualification
- Qualified in operating single engine piston aircraft
- Qualified Tug Operator
- Division Leader In Bootcamp
- Egress/Explosive systems safety qualification
- CPR/AED Licensed
Timeline
Aircraft Technician
Gulfstream Aerospace
08.2023 - Current
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Clipper Aviation
12.2022 - 08.2023
Aviation Machinist's Mate
United States Navy, USN
01.2021 - 11.2022
No Degree - Mechanical Engineering
College of The Canyons
Airframe And Powerplant License - Airframe And Powerplant
Practical Experience
Certificate - F.A.A. Certified Course
Pitot-Static And Transponder
Certificate - Organizational Aircraft Maintenance
FA-18E/F Power Plants And Related Systems
Certificate - Air Refueling Store Repair Technician Course
Air Refueling Store Model SF 31-301
Certificate - Physics And Components of All Military Aircraft
Aviation Machinists Mate A School
High School Diploma -
William S. Hart High School
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