Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Air Force Acheivement Medal
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Melvin Chaney

Columbus,GA

Summary

Detail-oriented Tactical Aircraft Maintenance Specialist with advanced troubleshooting and preventive maintenance skills. Proven track record in quality control inspections and team leadership, enhancing operational readiness and safety standards.

Overview

2009
2009
years of professional experience

Work History

Aeronautical Engineer

Dimensions Aviation

Converted passenger planes into cargo planes for FedEX

  • Estimated project costs and identified scope of work and optimal schedules for each job function.
  • Researched and identified new technologies and processes to decrease costs of engineering projects.
  • Met with customers onsite to better understand project needs, discuss potential technical issues and resolve concerns.
  • Applied engineering methods for sound product design to manage understandable execution of calculations and best practices.
  • Evaluated existing aircraft systems and recommended upgrades or replacements for increased effectiveness and longevity.
  • Troubleshot complex engineering issues on various aircraft models, providing timely solutions to maintain operational readiness.
  • Enhanced aircraft performance by optimizing aerodynamic design and implementing advanced materials.

F-16 Tactical Aircraft Maintenance Specialist

U.S Air Force Luke AFB
12.1994 - 06.2008
  • Executed maintenance and inspections on tactical aircraft to ensure operational readiness.
  • Diagnosed mechanical issues using advanced troubleshooting techniques and tools.
  • Led teams in the completion of scheduled maintenance tasks, improving workflow efficiency.

  • Streamlined repair processes, reducing turnaround time for aircraft servicing by implementing best practices.
  • Conducted quality control assessments to uphold compliance with military aviation regulations and standards.
  • Conducted regularly scheduled maintenance to uphold high-performance standards for tactical aircraft, contributing to overall mission success.
  • Increased safety standards by meticulously documenting maintenance actions and adherence to technical data.

  • Kept abreast of industry advancements through continuous professional development opportunities like trainings and workshops.

  • Ensured optimal aircraft performance by conducting rigorous pre-flight and post-flight inspections.
  • Implemented preventative maintenance measures to reduce the likelihood of future system failures or issues.
  • Boosted team performance with effective communication, collaboration, and leadership during high-pressure situations.
  • Conducted detailed corrosion control procedures, prolonging aircraft lifespan and preventing structural damage.
  • Enhanced aircraft readiness by performing thorough inspections and maintenance on tactical aircraft systems.
  • Improved workflow efficiency by organizing workspaces for easy access to essential tools and equipment.
  • Maintained accurate records of equipment inventory, enabling timely procurement of replacement parts when needed.

  • Performed scheduled and unscheduled inspections to check flight readiness of aircraft.
  • Operated power tools, gauges and testing equipment to adjust, repair, and replace faulty components in aircrafts.
  • Removed components such as landing gear, engines, and flight control.

  • Maintained repair logs to document all corrective and preventive aircraft maintenance.
  • Analyzed engineering drawings and schematics to troubleshoot systems and diagnose solutions.
  • Obtained fuel and oil samples to check for contamination.
  • Lubricated shafts, bearings, and gears to maintain optimal performance.

  • Performed flight line AFE preflight and postflight requirements.
  • Troubleshot mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems and tested equipment following repairs.

Education

No Degree - Aeronautical Engineering

Maricopa Community Colleges, Chandler-Gilbert Community College
Chandler, AZ

No Degree - F-16 Tactical Aircraft Maintenance

F-16 Technical Training School
Sheppard AFB

No Degree - Aeronautical Engineering

Aviation Institute of Maintenance
Lawrenceville, GA

Skills

  • Experienced in software tools
  • Quality control inspections
  • Aircraft landing gear maintenance


  • Safe hazardous materials management
  • Fuel system maintenance
  • Structural repairs

  • Environmental control systems
  • Emergency power units
  • Reading technical manuals
  • Technical troubleshooting
  • Diagnosing problems
  • Engine diagnostics and repair


  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Precision measurement
  • Aircraft service
  • Maintenance inspection
  • Removing engines
  • Hydraulic and pneumatic systems


  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Reliability
  • Excellent communication
  • Organizational skills
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Detail-oriented
  • Aircraft maintenance
  • Communication systems

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of 8 staff members.

Languages

Spanish
Professional Working

Timeline

F-16 Tactical Aircraft Maintenance Specialist

U.S Air Force Luke AFB
12.1994 - 06.2008

Aeronautical Engineer

Dimensions Aviation

No Degree - Aeronautical Engineering

Maricopa Community Colleges, Chandler-Gilbert Community College

No Degree - F-16 Tactical Aircraft Maintenance

F-16 Technical Training School

No Degree - Aeronautical Engineering

Aviation Institute of Maintenance

Air Force Acheivement Medal

Received Air Force Achievement Medal for exceptional work as a Tactical Aircraft Maintenance Mechanic

Melvin Chaney