KENNITH BRYANT
Fayetteville, GA,GA
Summary
Analytical Senior Avionics Technician adept at diagnosing and resolving complex issues in NAV/COM, PULSE, and Autopilot systems. With a robust background in avionics repair on various aircraft, including Pilatus and Citations, ensures operational excellence and safety. Proven capability in using specialized diagnostic tools and maintaining rigorous service documentation.
Aviation maintenance professional with proven track record in overseeing complex aircraft systems and ensuring optimal performance. Strong focus on team collaboration and adaptive problem-solving to meet dynamic operational needs. Expertise in compliance, safety protocols, and preventive maintenance. Known for reliability and delivering consistent, high-quality results.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Aviation Maintenance Manager
Lockheed Martin
08.2022 - 07.2024
- Oversaw budget planning for the maintenance department, ensuring optimal allocation of resources while minimizing expenses.
- Enhanced aircraft safety by implementing strict maintenance protocols and procedures.
- Increased overall fleet reliability by conducting rigorous inspections and addressing issues proactively.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to implement design modifications that improved aircraft performance and reliability.
- Coordinated with flight operations teams to minimize disruption caused by scheduled maintenance activities.
- Mentored junior staff members, providing guidance and support to enhance professional growth within the organization.
- Established strong relationships with vendors, negotiating favorable contract terms for parts and services.
- Developed comprehensive training programs for new hires, ensuring consistent quality across the team.
- Led cross-functional projects aimed at enhancing overall organizational efficiency in relation to aviation maintenance processes.
- Evaluated emerging technologies in the aviation industry, recommending strategic investments in tools and equipment as needed.
- Streamlined maintenance processes, resulting in improved turnaround times and operational efficiency.
- Reduced downtime for aircraft repairs through efficient scheduling and resource management.
- Ensured compliance with federal aviation regulations by maintaining accurate documentation and records of all maintenance tasks performed.
- Managed a team of technicians, fostering a collaborative work environment to ensure high-quality maintenance services.
- Conducted root cause analysis on recurring issues, devising long-term solutions to prevent future occurrences.
- Managed collateral risk by adhering to policies, procedures and regulations.
- Contributed to team success by meeting or exceeding standards for productivity, quality, timeliness and customer.
- Led or participated in state, regional and national collateral management initiatives relative to process improvement.
- Partnered with lines of business and others to support efforts to improve collateral performance and timely execution.
- Organized records of vehicles, schedules and completed orders.
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
- Reduced worker accidents by implementing improved safety standards and monitoring procedures.
- Reviewed established business practices and improved processes to reduce expenses.
- Coordinated driver dispatch to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
- Led improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies and increase revenue.
- Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
- Collaborated with manufacturing and supply chain management.
- Created and enforced detailed organization processes to increase quality and service standards.
- Developed and maintained knowledgeable and productive team of employees.
- Maintained established levels of goods based on sales forecasts and demand to fulfill orders on time.
- Conducted research to address shipping errors and packaging mistakes.
- Promoted brand at industry events and through ongoing networking efforts.
- Integrated warehouse operations with existing and new business processes.
- Tracked production and quality control systems to proactively identify deficiencies.
- Reviewed and negotiated contracts with carriers to optimize shipping costs.
- Negotiated contracts with outside providers and rates for facility leases to minimize costs to company.
Quality Control Lead Inspector
US Air Force, Active, Guard & Reserves - Globally
01.2019 - 07.2022
- Demonstrated a commitment to professional development by staying current with industry trends and advances in quality control technology, ensuring the continuous evolution of inspection methods and strategies.
- Established strong relationships with suppliers to ensure receipt of high-quality raw materials for use in production processes.
- Minimized waste by identifying areas of inefficiency during inspections, recommending process improvements that led to increased overall productivity.
- Facilitated clear communication between production teams and management regarding quality control matters, fostering collaboration toward shared goals.
- Assisted in the creation of comprehensive reports detailing findings from quality control inspections, providing valuable insights for management decisionmaking.
- Ensured compliance with industry standards and regulations by meticulously following established protocols.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address and resolve identified quality issues promptly.
- Reduced production errors by implementing strict quality control procedures and guidelines.
Senior Avionics Technician
US Air Force, Active, Guard & Reserves - Globally
01.2010 - 01.2019
- Analytical Senior Avionics Technician adept at diagnosing and resolving complex issues in NAV/COM, PULSE, and Autopilot systems
- With a robust background in avionics repair on various aircraft, including Pilatus and Citations, ensures operational excellence and safety
- Proven capability in using specialized diagnostic tools and maintaining rigorous service documentation
- Collaborated on flight line maintenance, boosting team productivity
- Achieved excellence in maintaining avionics systems like NAV/COM/PULSE, Autopilot, GPS
- Utilized diagnostic tools for precise troubleshooting, increasing repair accuracy by 25%
- Conducted regular tests on installed components such as navigational systems, transmitters and receivers using specialized testing equipment to guarantee accurate system operation.
- Maintained detailed documentation of work performed, adhering to strict regulatory requirements.
- Troubleshot complex electrical issues within avionic systems, utilizing advanced diagnostic tools effectively.
- Upgraded legacy avionics systems to meet modern industry standards, increasing reliability and functionality.
- Optimized repair turnaround times, ensuring minimal downtime for clients'' aircrafts.
- Streamlined troubleshooting processes for quicker error resolution, improving overall efficiency in the workplace.
- Repaired and installed wiring, connectors, control boxes antennas, and other pieces.
- Performed thorough visual and physical inspections of all electrical parts.
- Tested electrical aircraft systems, components, and equipment for compliance with standards and to uncover malfunctions.
- Utilized testing equipment such as oscilloscopes, ammeters and ohmmeters.
- Assessed avionic system faults to identify and recommend corrective actions.
- Trained and oversaw new technicians' activities for proper repair and maintenance of avionic systems.
- Instituted and enforced safety procedures to protect personnel and aircraft from risks and accidents.
- Master certification in soldier
- Troubleshot to component level (autopilot, air data computers/sensors/temperature tubes etc)
Education
Bachelor of Science - Aviation Business
Southwestern College
Winfield, KS05-2006
Associate of Science - Applied Electrical Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL05-2002
Skills
- Avionics Troubleshooting
- Electronic Diagnostics
- Schematic Interpretation
- Avionics Safety
- System Calibration
- Technical Documentation
- Honeywell Systems
- Flight Line Maintenance
- Problem Solving
- Detail-Oriented
- Analytical Skills
- Organized
- Team Collaboration
- Work Ethic
- Communication Skills
- Safety management systems
- Quality assurance management
- Repair scheduling
- Personnel training
- Aircraft systems
- Maintenance
- Safety procedures
- Equipment inspection
- Onboarding and training
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Warehouse inspections
- Daily operations management
- Warehouse safety
- Worker supervision
- Operations control
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Safety standards
- Material handling
- Loading and unloading
- Multitasking Abilities
- Warehouse organization
- Excellent communication
- Shipping and receiving
- Organizational skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Self motivation
- Warehouse operations
- Time management abilities
- Heavy lifting
- Decision-making
- Inventory audits
- Safety protocols
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Inventory reconciliation
- Shipment tracking
- Verbal and written communication
- Safety management
- Active listening
- Critical thinking
- Route planning
- Warehouse logistics
- Logistics oversight
- Order picking and processing
- Vehicle cleaning and maintenance
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Fleet dispatch
- Internal loss prevention
- Fleet management
- Reliability
- Vehicle inspection
- Detail-oriented
- Equipment inspections
- Distribution coordination
- Vehicle maintenance
- Supply chain coordination
- Operations management
- Logistics analysis
- Service improvement analysis
- Adaptability
- Professionalism
- Logistics processes
- Outgoing shipments oversight
- Product transportation
- Interpersonal skills
- Route optimization
- Defective product removal and disposal
- Inbound cargo management
- Workforce management
- Documentation
- Logistics planning
- Team building
- Strategic planning
- Billing systems
- Task prioritization
- Analytical thinking
- Staff supervision
- Replacement orders
- Improvements recommendations
- Emergency operating procedures
- Hazardous material handling
Accomplishments
- Collaborated on flight line maintenance, boosting team productivity
- Achieved excellence in maintaining avionics systems like NAV/COM/PULSE, Autopilot, GPS
- Utilized diagnostic tools for precise troubleshooting, increasing repair accuracy by 25%
Certification
- CM - Certified Manager Certification
- FCC Radio
- Master Instructor
- CIC Level I, II, III
- Drone Maintenance Certified
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Timeline
Aviation Maintenance Manager
Lockheed Martin
08.2022 - 07.2024
Quality Control Lead Inspector
US Air Force, Active, Guard & Reserves - Globally
01.2019 - 07.2022
Senior Avionics Technician
US Air Force, Active, Guard & Reserves - Globally
01.2010 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Science - Aviation Business
Southwestern College
Associate of Science - Applied Electrical Technology
Community College of The Air Force
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