Kendyl Withrow
Oak Harbor,WA
Summary
Experienced Avionics Maintenance Technician with strong avionics troubleshooting, aircraft wiring repair, and multimeter diagnostics skills. Known for accurate maintenance documentation, safety awareness, and dependable aircraft repairs.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Avionics Maintenance Technician
US Navy
Oak Harbor, Washington
10.2021 - Current
- Inspected US Navy avionics systems for wiring, connectors, and component faults.
- Repaired flight controls, communication gear, and navigation equipment on Navy aircraft.
- Tested circuits with multimeters, oscilloscopes, and built-in test equipment.
- Troubleshot malfunctions using technical manuals and maintenance troubleshooting guides.
- Removed and installed avionics components in compliance with Navy maintenance standards.
- Documented maintenance actions in Navy logs and electronic tracking systems.
- Supported squadron maintenance teams with safe aircraft servicing and equipment checks.
- Maintained records of all maintenance performed on aircrafts' avionics systems.
- Repaired or replaced defective components within the avionics systems such as circuit cards, connectors, wire bundles, antennas.
- Conducted troubleshooting activities to diagnose malfunctions in aircraft electrical and avionics systems.
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on avionics systems, including repairs, inspections, and tests.
- Monitored inventory levels of tools, parts, supplies, and materials used in the repair process.
- Performed quality assurance inspections on completed repair work before returning aircrafts back into service.
- Provided training sessions for other personnel on proper use of test equipment and safety protocols when handling hazardous materials.
- Provided technical support during pre-flight checks and post-flight debriefings with pilots.
- Recorded maintenance performance in aircraft logbooks and completed other paperwork requirements.
- Completed in-depth visual and manual inspections of electrical components.
- Evaluated quality of all maintenance and installation work and documented changes.
- Repaired or installed new wiring, boxes, antennas and other system pieces.
- Executed corrosion control and inspection duties with minimal supervision.
Plane Captain
US Navy
Oak Harbor, Washington
06.2022 - 12.2024
- Secured aircraft with tie-downs, chocks, and safety pins.
- Marshaled aircraft safely on Navy flight line using standard hand signals.
- Coordinated with maintenance crews for aircraft servicing and turnaround support.
- Towed aircraft between parking areas, hangars, and operational spots.
- Verified fuel, oil, and fluid levels during daily checks.
- Enforced flight line safety procedures and maintained clean work areas.
- Performed post-flight inspections upon landing to check for any discrepancies or malfunctions that may have occurred during flight time.
- Inspected the exterior of the plane regularly to identify potential issues such as loose panels or corrosion.
- Performed emergency procedures when needed such as initiating an evacuation plan or activating fire suppression systems if required.
Education
High School Diploma -
Piedmont High School
Piedmont, OK03-2020
Skills
- Avionics troubleshooting
- Technical manuals
- Aircraft wiring repair
- Multimeter diagnostics
- Aircraft inspection
- Flight line safety
- Maintenance documentation
- Parts inventory
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Safety awareness
- Teamwork and collaboration
- PPE use
- Organizational skills
Timeline
Plane Captain
US Navy
06.2022 - 12.2024
Avionics Maintenance Technician
US Navy
10.2021 - Current
High School Diploma -
Piedmont High School