Kermit Morley
Shady Valley,TN
Summary
Accomplished Avionics Supervisor and Lead at Bell Helicopter Textron, I excel in schematics interpretation and organizational planning. Demonstrated expertise in enhancing avionics system performance and safety, with a track record of developing product improvement modifications and leading technical support teams. Proficient in preventive maintenance and system troubleshooting, I drive operational excellence and compliance.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Avionics Supervisor
Bell Helicopter Textron
12.2022 - Current
- Sought out and analyzed trending data to develop product improvement modifications.
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled inspections to check flight readiness of aircraft.
- Tested electrical aircraft systems, components, and equipment for compliance with standards and to uncover malfunctions.
- Developed written responses for various regulatory inquiries, review boards and committees.
- Created, planned, scheduled, controlled and reported on projects.
- Coordinated with engineering staff to deliver 24/7 technical support.
- Worked with OEMs on emerging issues to maintain safety and airworthiness.
- Diagnosed faults and developed resolution plans.
- Completed preventive and reparative maintenance on aircraft electronics and computer systems.
Avionics Lead
Bell Helicopter Textron
06.2014 - 12.2022
- Supported final line, production technician and delivery team to allow for final closure during aircraft production and delivery.
- Reviewed work scope, drawings and parts kits for accuracy and applicability.
- Conducted electrical continuity checks, operational tests and acceptance tests per engineering and manufacturer's installation instructions.
- Analyzed and reviewed technical data during investigation to propose troubleshooting steps and resolve technical issues.
- Tracked and documented issues for engineering development team.
- Diagnosed faults and developed resolution plans.
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled inspections to check flight readiness of aircraft.
- Completed preventive and reparative maintenance on aircraft electronics and computer systems.
- Repaired and installed wiring, connectors, control boxes antennas, and other pieces.
- Completed quality assurance checks for service work and completed documentation outlining updates.
- Utilized testing equipment such as oscilloscopes, ammeters and ohmmeters.
- 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.
- Designed and implemented new test procedures for improved avionics system performance.
- Trained and oversaw new technicians' activities for proper repair and maintenance of avionic systems.
- Assessed avionic system faults to identify and recommend corrective actions.
- Instituted and enforced safety procedures to protect personnel and aircraft from risks and accidents.
Education
High School Diploma -
Johnson County High School
Mountain City, TN05.1992
Skills
- Schematics Interpretation
- Organizational and Planning Skills
- Documentation requirements
- Navigation systems understanding
- System Troubleshooting
- Electrical equipment repair
- Wiring diagrams
- Preventive Maintenance
- Schematics understanding
- Testing equipment use
- New system installations
- Hardware Installation
- Electrical testing
- Routine Maintenance
Certification
- Airframe License #3923436
- Power scheduled 12/10/2024
Timeline
Avionics Supervisor
Bell Helicopter Textron
12.2022 - Current
Avionics Lead
Bell Helicopter Textron
06.2014 - 12.2022
High School Diploma -
Johnson County High School
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