MARIA LEGUIA
Woodbridge,VA
Summary
Aircraft Electrical and Environmental Systems Journeyman with over 4 years of experience supporting F-15E Strike Eagle and F-16C Fighting Falcon aircraft in flightline and backshop environments. Expertise in inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining complex electrical, environmental, and safety systems to ensure operational readiness for daily, TDY, and contingency missions. Proficient in utilizing test equipment, performing component-level maintenance, fabricating wiring harnesses, soldering, and conducting system simulations. Recognized for managing key shop programs such as DIFM and bench stock management, and deployment/TDY preparation, demonstrating strong accountability, organization, and mission-focused performance.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Aircraft Electrical & Environmental Systems Journeyman
United States Air Force
Joint Base Andrews, MD
09.2024 - Current
- F-16C Fighting Falcon – Aircraft Electrical & Environmental Systems
- Inspected, removed, replaced, repaired, and functionally tested F-16C electrical and environmental system components in support of scheduled and unscheduled maintenance.
- Performed component-level troubleshooting and repairs in accordance with technical data to restore system functionality and ensure aircraft availability.
- Executed scheduled maintenance inspections and corrective actions to maintain system reliability and compliance with Air Force standards.
- Managed the DIFM (Due-In From Maintenance) program, tracking all parts entering and exiting the shop, including MICAP assets, ensuring accountability and timely turn-in.
- Coordinated with supply and maintenance personnel to prioritize critical components and support mission requirements.
- Managed Bench Stock program, monitoring inventory levels, ordering replacement items, and ensuring shop materials were organized, accounted for, and ready to support daily maintenance operations.
- Oversaw TDY and deployment preparation, packing and organizing shop deployment bins to ensure all tools, parts, and equipment were available for overseas, TDY, and contingency operations.
Aircraft Electrical & Environmental Systems Journeyman
United States Air Force
Goldsboro, NC
04.2022 - 09.2024
- F-15E Strike Eagle – Aircraft Electrical & Environmental Systems
- Inspected, troubleshot, repaired, and maintained F-15E aircraft electrical and environmental systems in both flightline and backshop environments to support daily and contingency operations.
- Performed on- and off-equipment maintenance on generators, CSDs, control panels, and lighting systems, including removal, replacement, and repair of switches, relays, circuit breakers, rheostats, and capacitors within control and relay panels in compliance with technical orders.
- Utilized Eclipse Tester and K-400 test equipment to conduct advanced troubleshooting and CSD/Generator run simulations to determine failure causes and component serviceability.
- Fabricated custom electrical test harnesses from scratch, including braiding and soldering, to support deployments and assist multiple maintenance shops with fault isolation.
- Reduced troubleshooting time and aircraft downtime by providing tailored test solutions that helped isolate discrepancies or rule out system faults.
- Serviced, repaired, and built bail-out bottles for F-15E aircraft, ensuring compliance with safety and operational requirements.
- Supported aircraft launch, recovery, and servicing operations while ensuring strict adherence to safety procedures and technical publications.
- Documented maintenance actions accurately to maintain aircraft history, safety records, and mission readiness.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Aviation Maintenance Technology
Community College of the Air Force
Montgomery, AL11.2026
2A636 Skill Level - Aircraft Maintenance Technology
USAF Military Technical Training
Wichita Falls, TX04.2022
USAF Basic Military Training
San Antonio, TX11.2021
High School Diploma - undefined
C.D. Hylton High School
Woodbridge, VA06.2020
Skills
- Aircraft Electrical & Environmental Systems (E&E)
- F-15E Strike Eagle & F-16C Fighting Falcon Systems
- Flightline & Backshop Operations
- Wiring Harness Fabrication, Braiding & Repair
- Soldering (Certified)
- Technical Orders & Maintenance Documentation
- Advanced Test Equipment (Eclipse Tester, K-400 Tester)
Certification
Basic Soldering Techniques (Certified)
WORK HISTORY (Additional)
McDonald's – Woodbridge, VA
Crew Member | April 2020 – September 2021
Timeline
Aircraft Electrical & Environmental Systems Journeyman
United States Air Force
09.2024 - Current
Aircraft Electrical & Environmental Systems Journeyman
United States Air Force
04.2022 - 09.2024
2A636 Skill Level - Aircraft Maintenance Technology
USAF Military Technical Training
High School Diploma - undefined
C.D. Hylton High School
Associate of Applied Science - Aviation Maintenance Technology
Community College of the Air Force
USAF Basic Military Training