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JUSTIN A. GLIDDEN

Battle Creek,MI

Summary

Experienced Test Cell Lead and U.S. Air Force Veteran leveraging 11 years of proven experience in aviation with an FAA Airframe and Powerplant License. A lead representative for team projects, and programs to exceed internal and external deadlines. Proven team leader with extensive knowledge in maintenance operations, personal training & supervision, risk analysis, and safety.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Engine Line Technician

Duncan Aviation Inc.
Battle Creek, MI
01.2026 - Current

Inspects, troubleshoots, adjusts, repairs and other general tasks related to the maintenance and repair of aircraft engines, systems and components on a variety of engines, using Personal Protection Equipment, in a safe and clean work environment according to manufacturer’s specifications, Duncan Aviation approved procedures, and customer specifications.

CSI Aviation
West Palm Beach, FL
10.2023 - 12.2024
  • Provide air charter services to the Bahamas for AUTEC/Navy Operations. Conduct Pre/Post/Thru flight Inspections for launch and recovery along with scheduled & unscheduled maintenance and repair of the Beechcraft 1900D/King Air under Part 135 FAA regulations, Airworthiness Directives, DOD and company policies.

PW1100 Mechanic

Pratt & Whitney
Jupiter, FL
02.2023 - 10.2023
  • Responsible for full engine tear downs and rebuilds in accordance with MRO/FAR 145 Repair Station maintenance manuals and procedures.

E-9A A&P Mechanic
Tyndall AFB, Panama City, FL
11.2022 - 02.2023
  • Pre/Post flight Inspections for launch and recovery along with maintenance and repair of the USAF E-9A Aircraft by FAA regulations, airworthiness directives, and company policies. Responsible for the completion of all flight/maintenance logbook recordings and reviews.

Propulsions Test Cell/ Flightline Propulsions Specialist

United States Air Force
11.2015 - 07.2022
  • Installs and removes engines on test stands, and operates, evaluates, and performs test stand functions on engines. Accomplishes operator maintenance on test stands. Inspects and maintains engine ground support equipment. Operates and performs inspections on related support equipment. Selects, uses, and cares for special tools, hand tools, and test equipment.
  • Removes, installs, inspects, repairs, and modifies engines, engine modules and components. Advises, performs troubleshooting, and determines repair procedures on aircraft engines. Diagnoses and repairs malfunctions using technical publications. Solves maintenance problems by studying drawings, wiring and schematic diagrams, and analyzing operating characteristics of aircraft engines.

Education

High School Diploma -

Battle Creek, MI
01-2011

Skills

  • Strong leadership skills
  • Effective communication
  • Safety Compliance
  • Training and Development
  • Electrical troubleshooting
  • Quality Assurance

Certification

  • FAA Airframe and Powerplant
  • RII – Required Inspection Items

Timeline

Engine Line Technician

Duncan Aviation Inc.
01.2026 - Current

CSI Aviation
10.2023 - 12.2024

PW1100 Mechanic

Pratt & Whitney
02.2023 - 10.2023

E-9A A&P Mechanic
11.2022 - 02.2023

Propulsions Test Cell/ Flightline Propulsions Specialist

United States Air Force
11.2015 - 07.2022

High School Diploma -

Aircraft Worked

  • F-15E/C/D
  • A-10C
  • E-9A
  • Beech1900D
  • King Air 200/300/350
  • Yak-52
  • CJ-6 Nanchang
  • Cirrus SR20 G2/G7
  • Piper Seneca
  • Falcon 2000
  • Falcon 7X
  • Gulfstream G200
  • Cessna Citation
  • Challenger 605