Kelyn Faulkner
Savannah,GA
Summary
Skilled leader and problem-solver with 1-year record of success overseeing Scheduled and unscheduled UH-60 aircraft maintenance. Excellent maintenance and repair abilities demonstrated in hangar and port operation settings with 6 years of experience. Resourceful in coordinating supplies and personnel to meet any need.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Aircraft Maintenance Supervisor
U.S. Army
Savannah, GA
06.2022 - 12.2023
- Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
- Requested aviation parts and supplies before scheduled repairs to meet inventory needs.
- Participated in meetings with senior management concerning operational objectives related to aviation safety initiatives.
- Reviewed work orders for accuracy and completeness prior to approving them for completion.
- Interpreted logs to understand issue history and nature, troubleshoot faults and identify next steps.
- Provided guidance and instruction on technical matters to staff members as required.
- Oversaw workforce schedules and allocated resources in order to achieve project goals.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Reported issues, malfunctions, unusual wear, or damage to appropriate personnel.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure that all aircraft maintenance requirements were met on time and within budget.
- Determined schedules, sequences and assignments for work activities, based on priority, quantity of equipment and personnel skill.
- Arranged inspections to check aircraft structure, components and sub-systems for issues such as corrosion.
- Inspected completed work to assess quality and identify skill gaps.
- Recommended replacement, repair or modification of aircraft equipment based on inspection.
- Monitored employee work levels and optimized performance with strategic approaches.
- Delivered positive reinforcement and constructive criticism for employee work efforts.
Squad Leader E-4/E-5
U.S. Army
Savannah, GA
03.2022 - Current
- Maintained accountability of personnel.
- Assessed performance of individual soldiers within the squad.
- Coordinated with other squads to ensure mission objectives were met.
- Used active listening and effective communication to alleviate issues between personnel members.
- Provided guidance to subordinate personnel on mission operations and training.
UH-60 Aviation Maintainer
U.S. Army
Savannah, GA
03.2019 - Current
- Performed preventive and corrective maintenance on UH-60 aircraft.
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on aircraft airframes, engines and components in accordance with established standards.
- Inspected and verified dimensions and clearances of parts to verify conformance to factory specifications.
- Prepared aircraft for shipping during multiple port operations.
- Completed standard inspections to assess wear and damage to airframe.
- Ensured that all work is properly recorded in the appropriate logbooks or records.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to locate source of malfunctions.
- Executed corrosion control and inspection duties.
- Inspected and tested aircraft systems to ensure proper operation and compliance with applicable regulations.
- Disassembled units and inspected parts for wear with micrometers, calipers and gauges.
- Removed and installed engines, propellers, rotors and other related components to facilitate maintenance operations.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Supply Technician
U.S Army
Camp Humphreys, KR
03.2019 - 07.2019
- Determined stock levels needed for non-recurring, specialized items based on usage, inventory and projected depletion.
- Monitored and replenished airframe parts to ensure smooth workflow as well as eliminate delays.
- Organized warehouse space by labeling shelves, bins, drawers and other storage locations.
- Inspected incoming shipments for damages or discrepancies; reported any problems to appropriate personnel.
- Established and maintained records for both manual and automated maintenance management systems.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Health Sciences
American Public University System
Charles Town, WVSome College (No Degree) - Physics
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VASkills
- Soldier Oversight and Command
- Task Prioritization
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Issue Resolution
- Teamwork and Loyalty
- Personnel Mentoring
- Sound Decision Making
Accomplishments
- ARCOM USA COMMENDTN MEDAL
- AAM USA ACHIEVMNT MDL
- AGCM USA GOOD CONDUCT MDL
Certification
- Confined Space Training 22 June 2023.
Timeline
Aircraft Maintenance Supervisor
U.S. Army
06.2022 - 12.2023
Squad Leader E-4/E-5
U.S. Army
03.2022 - Current
UH-60 Aviation Maintainer
U.S. Army
03.2019 - Current
Supply Technician
U.S Army
03.2019 - 07.2019
Some College (No Degree) - Health Sciences
American Public University System
Some College (No Degree) - Physics
Liberty University