Kyla Correos
North Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Results-driven Aircrew Flight Equipment Technician focused on quality control and teamwork. Developed standard operating procedures and trained junior technicians, enhancing equipment reliability and operational efficiency. Delivered expertise in aircrew flight equipment maintenance to improve safety and support mission success.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Aircrew Flight Equipment Technician
United States Air Force
Honolulu, HI
08.2022 - 08.2026
- Inspected and maintained aircrew flight equipment to ensure operational readiness and compliance with safety standards.
- Conducted thorough troubleshooting and repair of flight gear, enhancing reliability for mission-critical operations.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline maintenance processes, reducing turnaround time for equipment service.
- Trained junior technicians on proper handling and servicing techniques, promoting knowledge sharing and skill development.
- Developed standard operating procedures for equipment inspection, improving consistency in maintenance practices across the unit.
- Assisted in inventory management of flight gear, ensuring accurate tracking and availability of essential equipment.
- Implemented quality control measures that increased the efficiency of equipment testing protocols, enhancing overall performance standards.
- Coordinated logistics for aircrew training exercises, ensuring all necessary flight equipment was prepared and fully functional prior to missions.
- Operated power tools, gauges and testing equipment to adjust, repair, and replace faulty components in aircraft.
- Maintained repair logs to document all corrective and preventive aircraft maintenance.
- Inspected airframes to detect wear and other defects.
- Performed flight line AFE preflight and postflight requirements.
- Evaluated equipment issues to determine if repair work could be easily completed or if items needed to be replaced.
- Improved overall crew readiness by conducting comprehensive pre-and post-flight briefings on equipment usage and safety procedures.
- Maintained a high degree of proficiency in emergency procedures, contributing to a strong culture of preparedness among the aircrew.
- Exhibited exceptional attention to detail through the accurate documentation of maintenance actions and equipment status changes in official records.
- Supported mission success by troubleshooting and resolving flight equipment issues during critical operations.
- Observed strict safety procedures and precautions, advising other personnel to do the same.
- Conducted regular training sessions on life support systems operation, fostering a well-informed team capable of handling diverse in-flight scenarios.
- Demonstrated commitment to safety and compliance by consistently adhering to established protocols, regulations, and guidelines for flight equipment handling, storage, and maintenance.
- Collaborated with other technicians to develop new strategies for enhancing equipment maintenance processes, resulting in increased reliability and longevity of gear.
- Managed and scheduled inspections for assigned aircrew flight equipment.
- Maximized mission readiness by ensuring all necessary supplies were available at deployment sites prior to launch events.
- Enhanced aircrew safety by meticulously inspecting and maintaining flight equipment.
- Packed and adjusted flight helmets, oxygen masks, parachutes and flotation devices for transport.
- Minimized potential hazards by identifying and addressing risks associated with outdated or damaged flight equipment components during routine inspections.
- Stored and disposed of hazardous materials based upon environmental standards.
- Recorded maintenance actions in aircraft logbooks.
- Collaborated with colleagues in developing and refining maintenance procedures.
Education
High School Diploma -
Legacy High School
Las Vegas, NVSkills
- Troubleshooting and repair
- Oxygen system maintenance
- Effective communication
- Preventive Maintenance
- Quality control
- Quality management
- Parts inspection
- Emergency beacon testing
- Flight helmet repair
- Life raft inspection
- Parachute rigging
- Inspection documentation
- Quality assurance checks
- Maintenance documentation
- Safety verification
- Hazardous material handling
- Precision measurement tools
- Parts replacement
- Removing parts
- Installing equipment
- Communication skills
- Customer communication
- Time management
- Detail orientation
- Organization skills
- Reliability
- Problem-solving
- Decision-making
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Detail-oriented
- Detail-oriented
- Active listening
- Excellent communication
- Military maintenance
- Adaptability skills
- Decision-making
- Detail-oriented
- Safety protocols
- Military maintenance requirements
Timeline
Aircrew Flight Equipment Technician
United States Air Force
08.2022 - 08.2026
High School Diploma -
Legacy High School