Joshua Montgomery
Marysville,CA
Summary
Experienced U-2 crew chief skilled in managing complex maintenance operations and ensuring safety compliance. Known for strong logistical coordination and meticulous documentation, contributing to effective deployment and operational success.
Active Secret Clearance
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
U-2 Crew Chief
U.S. Air Force
Beale AFB, CA
09.2009 - 02.2021
- Supervised daily operations of aircraft maintenance teams ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Proficient in IMDS
- Performed through-flight, pre-/post-flight, and quick-turn inspections
- Diagnosed complex faults across fuel, hydraulics, ECS, and electrical interfaces; collaborated with avionics/engine shops to restore FMC status.
- Managed AFTO 781 series forms and debrief; ensured 100% documentation accuracy during QA inspections and SAVs.
- Controlled tools, CTKs, and TMDE
- Coordinated MICAP actions and supply prioritization
- Supported OCONUS deployments; generated combat/ISR sorties
Additional Positions Held:
- QA Inspector
- Expeditor
- Pro Super
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ06-2015
MBA -
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05-2017
Skills
- U-2A/S/STS aircraft systems (airframe, powerplant, pneumatics, ECS, fuel, landing gear)
- Forms documentation (AFTO 781/244/245)
- TO compliance, FOD/DOP prevention, and tool control
- Weight and balance, servicing (LOX, hydraulics, fuels, nitrogen)
- Time compliance tech orders (TCTOs) and modification installs
- Safety, RM, and environmental compliance
- Launch/recovery, end of runway
Timeline
U-2 Crew Chief
U.S. Air Force
09.2009 - 02.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
Arizona State University
MBA -
Grand Canyon University