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Larry Bennett

Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Carthage,MS

Summary

Dependable Aircraft Maintenance professional with 20 years of aviation experience. Well-versed in planning, coordinating and executing preventive and unscheduled maintenance on diverse aircraft systems.

Overview

42
42
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Aircraft Maintenance Technician A&P

Airbus Helicopters Inc.
04.2021 - Current

Perform assembly/disassembly, installation and repair of aircraft mechanical/electronic components and systems in the manufacture and maintenance of Airbus H-125, H-130, H-135, H-145 and H-160 helicopters. Conduct operational checks of complete systems to verify proper functioning of components and systems. Diagnose malfunctions or failures and make adjustments, repairs or replacement of parts or components. Completed Airbus H-130 field maintenance course.

Production Technician

Raytheon Aerospace
08.2020 - 04.2021

Assemble APG-63 and APG-79 radar systems. Perform installation of wiring harnesses, cooling systems, mechanical systems, circuit boards and electrical systems. Use schematics, engineering drawings and other assembly instructions to conduct assemblies of systems. U.S. Department of Defense Secret Security clearance.

Maintenance Technician

Nolen Sistrunk Inc.
06.2019 - 08.2020
  • Performed installation, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of motor controls, automation, electrical, plumbing and ventilation systems.
  • Maintained and operated heavy construction equipment, repairing hydraulic, fuel and mechanical systems.
  • Inspected and tested machinery and equipment to diagnose malfunctions.

Maintenance Technician

Nissan North America Inc.
01.2018 - 06.2019
  • Conducted maintenance, inspections, repairs and troubleshooting of motor controls, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical industrial equipment.
  • Used test equipment, schematics, blueprints and manufacturers manuals to troubleshoot system malfunctions.
  • Followed all work orders and specifications to determine which machines and equipment required replacement, repair or maintenance.
  • Managed available parts, tools and materials inventory to maintain prompt response capability.

Maintenance Technician

Yates Services
12.2015 - 01.2018
  • Performed maintenance, inspections, repairs and troubleshooting of conveyor and drive systems.
  • Followed all work orders and specifications to determine which machines and equipment required replacement, repair or maintenance.
  • Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair.

Maintenance Technician

Nolen Sistrunk Inc.
04.1999 - 12.2015
  • Performed installation, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of motor controls, automation, electrical, plumbing and ventilation systems.
  • Maintained and operated heavy construction equipment, repairing fuel, hydraulic and mechanical systems.
  • Inspected and tested machinery and equipment to diagnose malfunctions.

AIRFRAME & POWERPLANT MECHANIC

Petroleum Helicopters Inc
10.1996 - 04.1999
  • Performed maintenance and inspections on Bell 206, 407, 412, Sikorsky S-76, Aerospatiale 350, 355 and Bolkow MBB-105 helicopters and Allison C-20, C-28, C-30, C-47B, Pratt-Whitney PT6T engines in the off-shore oil and gas industry at field bases in LA and TX.
  • Aircraft ground run certified.
  • Removed and installed aircraft subsystem assemblies such as engines, rotors, gearboxes, transmissions, mechanical flight controls, pumps, fuel systems, emergency float systems, aircraft interiors and instruments.
  • Used various test equipment, laptop computers, ground support equipment, schematics, blueprints, manufacturer and company manuals in troubleshooting and calibrating aircraft systems.
  • Performed corrosion control detection, treatment and prevention.
  • Performed sheet metal repair, removal and installation.
  • Complied with all FAA, manufacturers and company directives, bulletins, manuals, instructions and other data.
  • Maintained orderly and safe work environment by enforcing tool control and FOD awareness, prevention and safety at all times.
  • Completed all paperwork requirements for each task, including recording maintenance actions in aircraft logbooks.
  • Trained in hazardous materials duties, first aid, CPR and firefighting procedures.

SENIOR AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS MECHANIC A&P

Northrop/Grumman Aerospace & Electronics
02.1992 - 08.1996
  • Removed, installed and tested aircraft hydraulic, fuel, flight controls and engine systems on USAF E-8C aircraft.
  • Task team member for inspecting Boeing 707 candidate aircraft for the USAF J- STARS E-8C program.
  • Service Bulletin and Airworthiness Directives compliance inspector.
  • Used various test equipment, blueprints, schematics and other data to troubleshoot and calibrate aircraft systems.
  • Performed corrosion control detection, treatment and prevention procedures.
  • Enforced tool control, FOD awareness and safety at all times.
  • Complied with FAA,USAF, manufacturer and company directives, bulletins, manuals and other
  • Maintained records of work performed on aircraft.

Aircraft Mechanic

Boeing Louisiana Incorporated
10.1986 - 11.1991
  • Performed depot level maintenance on USAF KC-135 air refueling tankers.
  • Conducted sheet metal repair, modifications and installations.
  • Operated hydraulic test stand, performing functional test of various hydraulic components.
  • Maintained orderly and safe work environment by enforcing tool control and FOD awareness, prevention and safety at all times.

Aircraft Mechanic

U.S. Navy
06.1983 - 06.1986
  • Performed maintenance, repairs and inspections on EA-6B aircraft and Pratt & Whitney J52P-408 engines.
  • Operated ground support equipment in support of flight line operations.
  • Plane Captain certified.
  • Removed panels, components, and accessories for inspection, maintenance and repair.
  • Removed, installed and functionally checked aircraft engines.
  • Serviced aircraft fuel, hydraulic, engine oil and pneumatic systems.
  • Performed corrosion control detection, treatment and prevention.

Education

High School Diploma -

Winnfield High School
Winnfield, LA

Some College (No Degree) - Aviation Maintenance

Sowela Technical Community College
Lake Charles, LA

Skills

    FAA A&P License

    Aircraft sheet metal repair, modification and repair

    Hydraulic overhaul, repair and test stand operations

    Able to read and comprehend blueprints and schematics

    US DoD Secret Security Clearance

    Highly experienced in the use of hand and power tools

    Skilled in assembly and disassembly of aircraft systems and components

    Safety awareness

    Troubleshooting skills

Certification

FAA Airframe & Powerplant Certification

Timeline

Senior Aircraft Maintenance Technician A&P

Airbus Helicopters Inc.
04.2021 - Current

Production Technician

Raytheon Aerospace
08.2020 - 04.2021

Maintenance Technician

Nolen Sistrunk Inc.
06.2019 - 08.2020

Maintenance Technician

Nissan North America Inc.
01.2018 - 06.2019

Maintenance Technician

Yates Services
12.2015 - 01.2018

Maintenance Technician

Nolen Sistrunk Inc.
04.1999 - 12.2015

AIRFRAME & POWERPLANT MECHANIC

Petroleum Helicopters Inc
10.1996 - 04.1999

SENIOR AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS MECHANIC A&P

Northrop/Grumman Aerospace & Electronics
02.1992 - 08.1996

Aircraft Mechanic

Boeing Louisiana Incorporated
10.1986 - 11.1991

Aircraft Mechanic

U.S. Navy
06.1983 - 06.1986

High School Diploma -

Winnfield High School

Some College (No Degree) - Aviation Maintenance

Sowela Technical Community College
Larry BennettAircraft Maintenance Technician