Julio E Hernandez
New Brockton,AL
Summary
Proven leader in aviation safety and maintenance management, with extensive experience at the US Army enhancing operational efficiency and safety standards. Expert in hazard identification and accident investigation, coupled with exceptional problem-solving aptitude and teamwork skills. Achieved significant improvements in safety monitoring and incident reporting, demonstrating a commitment to continuous improvement and professionalism. Evaluates aircraft and verifies technical compliance of aircraft maintenance professionals to maintain adherence to Army Aviation standards. Successful at watching processes, reviewing documents and surveilling operations to accurately assess safety and reliability. Knowledgeable about federal standards governing passenger, experimental and cargo aircraft.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Aviation Safety Officer
US Army
01.2024 - Current
- Monitored, planned or conducted inspection programs.
- Evaluated mechanics and repair facilities for initial certification and continuing adequacy.
- Prepared and maintained detailed inspection, investigation and certification records and reports.
- Investigated single and multi-aircraft accidents across Fort Novosel location.
- Inspected aircraft and related equipment for airworthiness.
Flight Engineer
US Army
12.2022 - 12.2023
- Participated in flight-test programs to measure take-off distances, rate of climb, stall speeds, maneuverability and landing capacities.
- Used SIFIS system to track and balance rotor system.
- Conducted inspections of aircraft and associated systems by analyzing and correcting systems.
- Used aviation hand tools and power tools to assemble and install electrical, avionics, mechanical and structural assemblies and components.
- Troubleshot in-flight mechanical and operational issues and restored functionality.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
Quality Assurance Inspector
US Army
09.2020 - 12.2022
- Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
- Communicated with maintenance team members about quality issues.
- Oversaw maintenance, calibration and control of inspection, measuring and all test equipment.
- Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
- Kept detailed records of quality and imperfect products.
- Completed precise measurements using special tools.
- Identified and documented quality discrepancies for management to develop resolutions.
- Completed thorough inspection of aircraft maintenances and identified deficiencies for corrections.
Aviation Standardization Instructor
US Army
09.2015 - 07.2019
- Trained and evaluate flight engineers on deferent tasks
- Maintain flight engineers training records and evaluations for inspections and
- created and executed training plans for diverse equipment and task
Aviation Maintenance Technician
US Army
09.2013 - 09.2015
- Calculated aircraft weight and balance, performance and fuel requirements.
- Lubricated shafts, bearings, and gears to maintain optimal performance.
- Analyzed complex maintenance task to troubleshoot systems and diagnose solutions.
- Maintained repair logs to document all corrective and preventive aircraft maintenance.
- Obtained fuel and oil samples to check for contamination.
- Inspected airframes to detect wear and other defects.
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled inspections to check flight readiness of aircraft.
- Performed flight line preflight and postflight requirements.
- Operated power tools, gauges and testing equipment to adjust, repair, and replace faulty components in aircrafts.
- Diagnosed faults and developed resolution plans.
- Evaluated individual aircraft components to identify and troubleshoot issues.
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on diverse aircraft engines, avionics and hydraulics.
- Recorded maintenance actions in aircraft logbooks.
- Assisted with aircraft and equipment transport and movement.
- Removed and installed aircraft subsystem assemblies such as engines, rotors, gearboxes, transmissions, and mechanical flight controls.
- Read and interpreted aircraft documentation to determine repair feasibility and methods.
- Examined and tested aircraft parts, components and systems to verify airworthiness and functionality.
- Troubleshot mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems and tested equipment following repairs.
- Removed components such as landing gear, engines, and flight control.
Education
No Degree - Aviation Safety
Army Aviation Safety
Fort Novosel AL.05.2024
No Degree - Quality Control And Safety Technologies
US Army Aviation Safety
Fort Novosel AL.10.2020
Aviation
Flight Engineer Instructor Course
Fort Novosel AL.06.2012
Technical Certificate - Aviation
Army School of Aviation Maintenance
Fort Eustis, VA05.2006
Skills
- Hazard Identification
- Crew Resource Management
- Incident Reporting
- Accident investigation
- Technical report writing
- Inspection skills
- Maintenance Oversight
- Multitasking
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Inspection abilities
- Problem-solving abilities
- Written Communication
- Aviation Disaster Response
- Inspection Reporting
- Safety Monitoring
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Time Management
- Task Prioritization
- Safety assessment
- Professionalism
- Interpersonal Skills
- Team building
- Reliability
- Organizational Skills
- Self Motivation
- Adaptability
- Continuous Improvement
- Analytical Thinking
- Project Management
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Maintenance Management
- Decision-Making
Certification
- Aviation and Ground Safety Certificate
- Flight Engineer Instructor Certificate
- Quality Assurance Inspector Certificate
- Helicopter Repairer Certificate
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Aviation Safety Officer
US Army
01.2024 - Current
Flight Engineer
US Army
12.2022 - 12.2023
Quality Assurance Inspector
US Army
09.2020 - 12.2022
Aviation Standardization Instructor
US Army
09.2015 - 07.2019
Aviation Maintenance Technician
US Army
09.2013 - 09.2015
No Degree - Aviation Safety
Army Aviation Safety
No Degree - Quality Control And Safety Technologies
US Army Aviation Safety
Aviation
Flight Engineer Instructor Course
Technical Certificate - Aviation
Army School of Aviation Maintenance