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Luis F. Adames

St. Petersburg,FL

Summary

FAA-certified Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Technician with 8+ years of experience maintaining CH-53E helicopter engines and Test Cell systems in the U.S. Marine Corps. Proven expertise in Part 145 compliance, component overhaul, and precision repairs under strict FAA/military standards. Adept at leading teams, reducing downtime, and ensuring operational safety in high-pressure environments.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Powerplant Mechanic

U.S. Marine Corps
Miramar, CA
03.2015 - 11.2023

United States Marine Corps| Sergeant Aviation Mechanic | Mar 2015–Nov 2023

- Led 20 Marines in maintaining CH-53E helicopters, ensuring 100% mission readiness through scheduled/unscheduled maintenance.

- Reduced aircraft downtime by 20% by streamlining repair processes and implementing Lean Six Sigma principles.

- Performed FAA-compliant inspections, repairs, and testing of T64 engines and test cell equipment, adhering to technical manuals and QA protocols.

- Documented all maintenance actions in logbooks/digital systems, ensuring traceability for audits.

- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot complex mechanical issues, improving fleet reliability.

Education

Airframe & Powerplant Certificate -

National Aviation Academy
Clearwater, FL
02-2025

High School Diploma -

MycroSchool Pinellas Charter High School
Saint Petersburg, FL
01-2014

Skills

  • FAA Part/135 Compliance, and Lean Six Sigma process improvement
  • T64-GE-416/416A/419 Engine, Avionics, Test Cell Diagnostics Aviation inspection
  • Aircraft logbooks & work forms Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook)
  • Lifting 50 lbs Confined Space Work

Timeline

Powerplant Mechanic

U.S. Marine Corps
03.2015 - 11.2023

Airframe & Powerplant Certificate -

National Aviation Academy

High School Diploma -

MycroSchool Pinellas Charter High School

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