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Karl Roller
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Summary
Aviation electronics technical leader specializing in avionics troubleshooting and team performance enhancement through targeted training. Proven track record in maintaining F/A-18 aircraft, ensuring mission readiness and compliance with U.S. Naval aviation standards. Over 21 years of dedicated service in aviation electronics, demonstrating expertise and commitment to excellence.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Avionics Lead Petty Officer (LPO) & Lead Quality Assurance Representative (QAR)
at Strike Fighter Squadron 81 (VFA-81)
Virginia Beach, USA
01.2022 - 11.2026
- Managed avionics configuration troubleshooting for first combat deployment, ensuring connectivity and precision strike capabilities.
- Led work center 210 on USS Harry S. Truman, qualifying seven CDIs and five release & control check team leaders.
- Executed maintenance actions with 26 subordinates to support ten F/A-18 aircraft during two deployments.
- Conducted 150 compliance audits and monitored 70 plane captain evaluations, achieving aviation inspection score above 79.
- Developed targeted training initiatives for 47 personnel through skill enhancement programs.
- Oversaw classified key management infrastructure program, securing critical cryptographic systems and training technicians.
NAS Oceana Metrology & Calibration / Individual Material Readiness List (IMRL) Asset Manager
at Commander Strike Fighter Wing Atlantic (CSFWL)
Virginia Beach, USA
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Trained logistics and status code validation, enabling 14 combat squadrons to maintain full operational capability.
- Guided 18 program managers and 28 quality assurance monitors on compliance, enhancing equipment readiness by 35% and reducing repair backlogs by 31%.
- Managed support equipment inventory, overseeing over 15,500 assets valued at $65.9 million across 15 commands.
- Conducted eight maintenance inspections, achieving scores 9.2% above fleet average.
- Coordinated technical site visits for 17 contractors, providing training for 28 managers, updating three publications, and modifying five assets.
Avionics Assistant LPO, Troubleshooter LPO, & Work Center Supervisor
at Strike Fighter Squadron 137 (VFA-137)
Lemoore, USA
10.2014 - 12.2018
- Supervised up to 14 technicians in scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on 12 F/A-18E/F Super Hornet aircraft.
- Directed training and safety protocols, qualifying 14 personnel, eight collateral duty inspectors, four weapons release and control check team leaders, and eight afloat final checkers without safety mishaps over two deployments.
Integrated Weapons Team Leader & Avionics Systems Technician
at Air Test and Evaluation Squadron Nine (VX-9)
China Lake, USA
12.2010 - 04.2014
- Conducted over 400 weapons release and control checks, ensuring precise data during live-fire flight tests.
- Led team of 7 technicians in executing weapons system release control checks and avionics maintenance on 17 aircraft, ensuring operational readiness for testing.
- Directed 4-man team through conventional weapons technical proficiency inspection, securing perfect score and recognition as best in squadron history.
Avionics Technician
at Electronic Attack Squadron 142 (VAQ-142)
Whidbey Island, USA
04.2009 - 12.2010
- Performed maintenance on EA-6B in support of Operations Iraqi Freedom and New Dawn.
- Delivered 450+ ALQ-99 Tactical Jamming transmitters to 16 EA-6B Prowler and EA-18G Growler fleet squadrons, ensuring operational readiness during assignment to 600 Division Pod Pool, FRCNW.
- Planned and implemented acceptance of 14 ALQ-99 hardbacks, 77 transmitters, 27 radomes, and 112 antennas, achieving 100% material availability for successful combat operations.
Certified Plane Captain
at Strike Fighter Squadron 27 (VFA-27)
Atsugi, Japan
01.2006 - 01.2009
- Served as certified plane captain aboard USS Kitty Hawk (CV-63) and USS George Washington (CV-73).
- Launched, recovered, and serviced 13 F/A-18E Super Hornet aircraft.
Education
Support Equipment Asset Manager Course -
CNATT Unit Norfolk
01-2019
F/A-18E/F Avionics System (Career) Organizational Maintenance Course -
CNATT Unit Lemoore
01-2014
F/A-18E/F Wire Bundle/Connector/Fiber Optic Repair Course -
CNATT Unit Lemoore
01-2014
EA-6B Integrated Electronic Attack and Protection Systems Organizational Maintenance Course -
CNATT Unit Whidbey Island
01-2011
Skills
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Training development
- Advanced troubleshooting
- Technical documentation
- Aircraft maintenance expertise
- Professionalism
- Team management
- Logistics management
- Network protocol management
- Quality assurance processes
- Electrical wiring repair
- Compliance auditing
- Environmental testing
- Repair documentation
Security Clearance
SECRET (Active)
Skilled Programs/ Websites
- Microsoft Outlook
- NALCOMIS
- Support Equipment Management System
- Microsoft Teams
- Microsoft OneDrive
- MEASURE (METCAL)
- Microsoft Word
- Intelink (SIPR and NIPR)
Certifications Qualifications
- Quality Assurance Representative (QAR)
- Release and Control System Team Leader / Member (FA-18EF)
- Key Management Infrastructure (KMI) / EKMS Local Element Program Manager
- Aircraft Confined Space Entry Supervisor / Entrant / Safety Observer
- Support Equipment Operator Licenses: A/M26U-4B, A/M32C-26, A/S32A-45, NC-10/-108, A/M24M-6.
Timeline
Avionics Lead Petty Officer (LPO) & Lead Quality Assurance Representative (QAR)
at Strike Fighter Squadron 81 (VFA-81)
01.2022 - 11.2026
NAS Oceana Metrology & Calibration / Individual Material Readiness List (IMRL) Asset Manager
at Commander Strike Fighter Wing Atlantic (CSFWL)
01.2019 - 01.2022
Avionics Assistant LPO, Troubleshooter LPO, & Work Center Supervisor
at Strike Fighter Squadron 137 (VFA-137)
10.2014 - 12.2018
Integrated Weapons Team Leader & Avionics Systems Technician
at Air Test and Evaluation Squadron Nine (VX-9)
12.2010 - 04.2014
Avionics Technician
at Electronic Attack Squadron 142 (VAQ-142)
04.2009 - 12.2010
Certified Plane Captain
at Strike Fighter Squadron 27 (VFA-27)
01.2006 - 01.2009
Support Equipment Asset Manager Course -
CNATT Unit Norfolk
F/A-18E/F Avionics System (Career) Organizational Maintenance Course -
CNATT Unit Lemoore
F/A-18E/F Wire Bundle/Connector/Fiber Optic Repair Course -
CNATT Unit Lemoore
EA-6B Integrated Electronic Attack and Protection Systems Organizational Maintenance Course -
CNATT Unit Whidbey Island