Kurt VanPelt
Oak Harbor
Summary
Dynamic Avionics Technician and QA Inspector skilled in avionics troubleshooting, systems diagnostics, and effective training. Successfully led junior technicians and inspectors to improve operational reliability and quality compliance, ensuring high standards in all avionics and inspection processes.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Avionics Technician
USN
Oak Harbor
09.2004 - Current
- Performed routine maintenance on navigation and communication systems to ensure operational reliability.
- Trained junior technicians in avionics troubleshooting techniques, improving team competence and support capabilities.
- Operated diagnostic tools to evaluate system functionality and identify potential issues.
- Assisted in modifying avionics installations to meet mission-specific requirements, enhancing overall operational effectiveness.
- Executed functional tests on avionics systems to verify performance standards.
- Inspected, tested, and repaired avionics systems, including navigation, communication, autopilot, and instruments.
- Troubleshot complex issues related to aircraft electronic systems to minimize downtime.
- Collaborated with technicians to diagnose electronic malfunctions across aircraft, streamlining repair processes and minimizing downtime.
QA Inspector
USN
Oak Harbor
05.2023 - 09.2024
- Monitored production processes for conformance with quality standards.
- Trained junior inspectors on inspection techniques and processes to enhance team skillset.
- Prepared detailed reports summarizing inspection findings to support quality assurance decisions.
- Trained junior inspectors on inspection techniques and processes.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed while conducting tests.
- Administered competency tests to ensure engineers and operators were qualified to operate equipment safely.
- Adhered to safety protocols to minimize equipment damage and avoid injuries.
- Conducted root cause analysis investigations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Chaparral High School
Temecula, CA06-2001
Skills
- Avionics troubleshooting
- Navigation system maintenance
- Communication systems repair
- Wiring diagrams interpretation
- Systems diagnostics
- Troubleshooting expertise
- Quality assurance inspection
- Compliance monitoring
- Training effectiveness
- Time management
Certification
- Chemical, Biological, Radiological Defense Operations Specialist
- Technical Data Manager
- Financial Specialist
- Drug and Alcohol Program Advisor
Timeline
QA Inspector
USN
05.2023 - 09.2024
Avionics Technician
USN
09.2004 - Current
High School Diploma -
Chaparral High School