Matthew Boyett
Middleburg,FL
Summary
Accomplished Aircraft Metals Technology Journeyman with a proven track record at the US Air Force, enhancing operational readiness through innovative tool fabrication and cost-effective resource management. Expert in metal fabrication and welding. Diligent and reliable team player known for mentoring and bringing employees together to significantly improve shop productivity and performance. I ensured mission-critical components met stringent airworthiness standards.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Aircraft Metals Technology Journeyman
US Air Force
Holloman Air Force Base, NM
12.2020 - Current
- Operated power tools, gauges and testing equipment to adjust, repair, and replace faulty components in aircrafts.
- Inspected airframes to detect wear and other defects.
- Inspected all received aircraft parts to verify compliance with US Air Force regulations.
- Documented all inspection and maintenance actions in aircraft forms, IMDS, and FERMS.
- Increased operational readiness by fabricating custom tools and equipment for unique repair tasks.
- Uses manual and CNC metal working machines, mills, and lathes to manufacture and repair cams, gears, slots, and keyways for aircraft components and support equipment.
- Performed under pressure during time-sensitive repairs, ensuring minimal delays to aircraft availability and mission success.
- Improved overall shop productivity through proactive preventative maintenance on machinery and equipment used for metalwork repairs.
- Enhanced team performance by mentoring junior apprentices, sharing knowledge of best practices and guiding their professional growth within the field of aircraft metals technology.
- Checks aircraft parts, components for wear tolerances using precision measuring devices to verify airworthiness and functionality.
- Read and interpreted aircraft documentation to determine repair feasibility and methods.
- Analyzed engineering drawings and schematics to troubleshoot componants and diagnose solutions.
- Supported mission success with expert heat treatment processes, ensuring optimal material properties in critical components.
Education
USAF Apprenticeship Program - Aircraft Metals Technology
USAF Technical School
Sheppard AFB, Texas12.2020
American Welding Society Various Certifications - Welding Technology
First Coast Technical College
Saint Augustine, FL03.2019
High School Diploma -
Fleming Island High School
Orange Park, FL06.2016
Skills
- Machine Operation
- Attention to Detail
- Metal Fabrication
- Hand tool expertise
- Precision measuring
- Continuous Improvement Mindset
- CNC Programming
- Heat treatment processes
- Blueprint Interpretation
- Welding proficiency
- Reading technical manuals
- Mechanical Aptitude
Timeline
Aircraft Metals Technology Journeyman
US Air Force
12.2020 - Current
USAF Apprenticeship Program - Aircraft Metals Technology
USAF Technical School
American Welding Society Various Certifications - Welding Technology
First Coast Technical College
High School Diploma -
Fleming Island High School