JOSHUA DURNELL
Roanoke,TX
Summary
Dynamic aviation maintenance leader with extensive experience in optimizing workflows and enhancing operational readiness. Proven record in supervising teams and improving resource allocation while ensuring compliance with safety protocols. Skilled in fostering effective communication across departments to drive productivity and operational success.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
C-130J Aviation Maintenance Chief
United States Marine Corps
Fort Worth, USA
07.2025 - Current
- Supervised maintenance teams, ensuring operational readiness and adherence to safety protocols.
- Developed maintenance workflows to optimize resource allocation and efficiency.
- Facilitated interdepartmental communication, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
- Developed comprehensive reports on employee performance, providing insights into productivity metrics.
- Analyzed workforce data to identify staffing trends and needs.
MV-22B Aviation Maintenance Chief
United States Marine Corps
Okinawa, Japan
07.2022 - 07.2025
- Organized and managed the production output of the department, including personnel, facilities, and equipment to support mission requirements.
- Oversaw the full and effective employment of over 300 personnel, ensuring compliance with applicable directives and safety/security protocols while analyzing current and future capabilities.
- Led and oversaw 4 at-sea deployments, integrating 150 personnel and 4 TMS aircraft.
Director of CH-53E & MV-22B Schoolhouse
Center for Naval Aviation Technical Training (CNATT)
New River, USA
07.2020 - 07.2022
- Directed all operations for CH-53E & MV-22B Marine Corps training facility.
- Managed upkeep of $1B in training assets, tools, and equipment; standardized and continuously developed course curriculum; oversaw staffing and training for Navy, civilian, and Marine Corps instructor staff.
- Facilitated graduation of over 500 students from Marine Aviation.
Detachment Commander
Marine Corps Embassy Security Group (MCESG) / State Department
Frankfurt, Germany
12.2018 - 07.2020
- Led a security detachment of Marines providing armed internal security for the diplomatic missions of U.S. Consulate Frankfurt, Germany.
- Protected U.S. citizens and government property, ensuring security of classified information and equipment essential to national security.
- Executed assigned weapons and tactics, trained personnel on security protocols, and managed programs to enhance operational readiness within the detachment.
Detachment Commander
Marine Corps Embassy Security Group (MCESG) / State Department
Brasilia, Brazil
07.2017 - 12.2018
- Led a security detachment of Marines providing armed internal security for the diplomatic missions of U.S. Embassy Brasilia, Brazil.
- Protected U.S. citizens and government property, ensuring security of classified information and equipment critical to national security.
- Proficiently used assigned weapons and tactics while training and executing security protocols and managing governing programs within the detachment.
MV-22B Quality Assurance Chief & Maintenance Controller
Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 364
San Diego, USA
09.2015 - 07.2017
- Managed quality assurance efforts, minimizing defects during aircraft maintenance.
- Directed squadron through high-level inspections, facilitating transition from CH-46E helicopter to MV-22B Osprey.
- Oversaw maintenance schedules for aircraft, ensuring compliance with military standards.
- Coordinated repair efforts between maintenance teams and flight operations, enhancing operational readiness.
- Managed inventory of parts and supplies, facilitating timely equipment availability.
CH-46E Mechanic, Quality Assurance & Maintenance Controller
MCAS Miramar & MCAS Camp Pendleton
San Diego, USA
05.2002 - 09.2015
- Led section as multi-systems quality assurance inspector, conducted technical training, performed pre-flight and post-flight inspections, and supervised line maintenance operations to ensure operational readiness.
- Held key roles during multiple deployments at sea and in combat theaters.
- Identified mechanical problems in military vehicles and equipment through systematic analysis.
- Performed routine maintenance on aircraft and ground support equipment.
Education
Bachelor of Science Degree - Professional Aeronautics
Embry Riddle Aeronautical University
Global Campus03-2010
Skills
- Aircraft maintenance expertise
- Safety compliance protocols
- Regulatory compliance
- Maintenance scheduling
- Maintenance optimization
- Quality assurance practices
- Process improvement
- Operational planning
- Workforce analysis
- Team management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Communication skills
Awards
- Navy and Marine Corps Meritorious Service Medal
- Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal (x2)
- Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal (x3)
- Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal
Additional Qualifications
- Quality Assurance Chief
- CH-46E Sea Knight Plane Captain
- Mechanic
- Collateral Duty Inspector
- Quality Assurance Representative (multi-systems)
- CH-46E / MV-22B Safe for Flight (SFF) Controller
- MV-22B Osprey Mechanic & Collateral Duty Inspector
- Ground Safety for Marines
Certificates And Education
- PMP Certification, Project Management Institute, 06/26
- Bachelor of Science Degree, Professional Aeronautics, Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, Worldwide, 03/10
Security Clearance
Top Secret
Timeline
C-130J Aviation Maintenance Chief
United States Marine Corps
07.2025 - Current
MV-22B Aviation Maintenance Chief
United States Marine Corps
07.2022 - 07.2025
Director of CH-53E & MV-22B Schoolhouse
Center for Naval Aviation Technical Training (CNATT)
07.2020 - 07.2022
Detachment Commander
Marine Corps Embassy Security Group (MCESG) / State Department
12.2018 - 07.2020
Detachment Commander
Marine Corps Embassy Security Group (MCESG) / State Department
07.2017 - 12.2018
MV-22B Quality Assurance Chief & Maintenance Controller
Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 364
09.2015 - 07.2017
CH-46E Mechanic, Quality Assurance & Maintenance Controller
MCAS Miramar & MCAS Camp Pendleton
05.2002 - 09.2015
Bachelor of Science Degree - Professional Aeronautics
Embry Riddle Aeronautical University