Leona Lear
Hyde Spring & Wire Company
Tucson,AZ
1
Certification
33
years of professional experience
Diligent, detail-oriented A&P Mechanic with soldering, and electrical skills from years of military training and experience on the job. Successfully accomplished all missions with accuracy and pride. Metal working has been a skill accomplished through hands-on experience and Airframe school. Demonstrated quality work within tolerances, including shearing, bending, drilling, grinding, to specifications. ISO 9001:2016 Manager and implementor of initial certification.
Work History
Administrative Manager
7 Years 7 Months- All Bookkeeping and Payroll responsibilities, including reconciliations, weekly payroll, payroll taxes, A/R, A/P, GL and JE's for a Spring Manufacturing Company.
- All office responsibilities.
- Customer Service.
- ISO 9001:2016 Manager - Implemented initial ISO Certification and ensured ISO Standards were followed.
- Assisted in manufacturing springs on occasion.
Full Charge Bookkeeper
3 Years 7 Months- Provided Full Charge Bookkeeping services to clients of all types of businesses including:
- Service,
- 501(c)(3) organizations.
- Retail.
- Construction companies.
Full Charge Bookkeeper /Office Manager
3 Years 11 Months- Full Charge Office Manager and Bookkeeper.
- Payroll and tax specialist.
- Set up new company (Inc).
- A/R & A/P.
Procurement Specialist
2 Years 5 Months- Streamlined procurement processes to enhance efficiency in material acquisition for marine operations.
- Developed and maintained supplier relationships to ensure consistent delivery of quality goods and services.
- Conducted market analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities and optimize purchasing strategies.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align procurement activities with operational goals and project timelines.
- Purchased supplies for the gift shops, restaurants on the ferries, office supplies, and warehouse supplies.
Aircraft Electro-Environmental Systems Mechanic
4 Years 4 Months- Diagnosed and repaired aircraft systems, ensuring operational readiness and safety compliance.
- Executed complex repairs on diverse aircraft models, enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Served 4 years active duty, 1.5 years in the Reserves.
- Worked on C-130E, C-141A, T-39A, DC-9A, and occasionally C-5 aircraft.
- Electrical systems, and miscellaneous aircraft systems including pressurization and fires suppression systems.
- Cold War & Gulf War I veteran, including Desert Shield/Storm.
Education
No Degree - Accounting
- University of Michigan - Dearborn
- Monroe County Community College
- University of Alaska
- Community College of the Air Force
No Degree - Aircraft Electrical Systems
- Aircraft Electrical Systems technical school, Chanute AFB, IL.
- Specialized C-130 Electrical Systems, Little Rock AFB, AR.
- High Reliability Soldering class, Rhein-Main AB, Germany.
- On-the-job training for various aircraft.
Airframe & Powerplant Licenses - Aircraft Maintenance
- Fulfilled classroom and practical hours required by FAA to complete training.
- Passed coursework and testing with 94% GPA.
Skills
Skilled in metal prep work (various teachers) up to but not including welding.
Skilled in high-reliability soldering
as taught by the US Air Force.
ISO Certification Management.
Certification
- Airframe & Powerplant Certifications as dictated by the FAA.
- High-Reliability Soldering, USAF
Interests
Hiking / Camping
Stained Glass Art
Writing
Timeline
Administrative Manager
Hyde Spring & Wire Company
09.2012 - 04.2020Read More
Full Charge Bookkeeper
Self Employed
02.2009 - 09.2012Read More
Full Charge Bookkeeper /Office Manager
LCI
12.1998 - 11.2002Read More
Procurement Specialist
State of Alaska, Dept of Transportation, Alaska Marine Highway System
04.1996 - 09.1998Read More
Aircraft Electro-Environmental Systems Mechanic
United States Air Force
10.1987 - 02.1992Read More
Various Universities
No Degree from Accounting
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Community College of The Air Force
No Degree from Aircraft Electrical Systems
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Rice Aviation
Airframe & Powerplant Licenses from Aircraft Maintenance
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