Micah FitzGerald
Cheyenne,WY
Summary
Highly skilled Missile Maintainer with over 5 years of experience in the maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of complex nuclear weapon systems and sub-assemblies. Expertise includes both electrical and mechanical components, ensuring optimal operational readiness and reliability in high-pressure environments. Recognized for a precision-driven, mission-focused work ethic and a proven ability to quickly adapt to evolving technical challenges. Committed to upholding the highest standards of safety and performance in all aspects of missile maintenance.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanical and Pnuedraulics Technician
United States Air Force
09.2020 - Current
- Test, troubleshoot, and repair hydraulic and electrical equipment to ensure functionality and safety utilizing hand tools, pneumatic tools and hydraulic presses.
- Interpret and work with schematics, diagrams, illustrations, and blueprints to diagnose and resolve technical issues.
- Proof load cables, ropes, and slings for nuclear-certified equipment to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Inspect and certify nuclear-certified equipment to meet operational and regulatory requirements.
- Lead and manage teams during inspections of nuclear-certified equipment, ensuring accuracy and thoroughness.
- Utilized advanced computer systems, including the Integrated Maintenance Data System (IMDS), to document maintenance actions, track and order parts, and maintain detailed records for nuclear-certified equipment.
Vehicle and equipment Section Technician
United States Air Force
09.2023 - 10.2024
- Managed and maintained accountability for over $450 million in government and nuclear-certified vehicles, ensuring compliance with military standards and regulations.
- Oversaw a $10 million inventory of certified equipment, ensuring proper maintenance, tracking, and compliance.
- Provided training and mentorship to Airmen on the inspection, maintenance, and operation of electrical systems and tools used in the missile field.
- Conducted regular inspections of vehicles, equipment, and tools, ensuring they met operational and safety standards.
- Implemented and led accountability systems, reducing inventory discrepancies by 20%.
- Coordinated logistics and maintenance schedules for critical equipment to ensure uninterrupted missile field operations.
Missile and Space Systems Maintainer
United States Air Force
02.2021 - 09.2023
- Missile maintenance and repair on flightline, launch facilities, storage sites, and support bases.
- Inspect, adjust, and replace missile components, subcomponents, and systems (mechanical and electrical).
- Manage reentry systems, guidance/control sections, missile stages, propulsion, and ordnance devices.
- Prepare missile and launch facilities for simulated launches and follow-up tests.
- Perform preventive maintenance and electrical testing on missiles, components, launch/control systems, and support equipment.
- Initiate failure reports, modifications, and unsatisfactory reports as needed.
- Conduct ICBM coding activities and ensure compliance with international treaties.
Education
Simulated Electronic Launch Minuteman Team Chief training -
F.E Warren AFB WY Air Education Training Command
F.E Warren AFB, WY10.2022
Missile Maintenance Technician Journeyman -
F.E Warren AFB WY Air Education Training Command
F.E Warren AFB, WY01.2022
Hardness Surveillance Electromagnetic Pulse Program Qualification -
F.E Warren AFB WY Air Education Training Command
F.E Warren AFB, WY11.2021
Missile and Space Systems Maintenance Apprentice -
F.E Warren AFB WY Air Education Training Command
F.E Warren AFB, WY06.2021
Missile and Space Systems Technical School -
Missile and Space Systems Technical School
Vandenberg Space Force Base, CA02.2021
Skills
- Advanced Electrical Troubleshooting
- Use of Precision Gauges
- Team Coordinator
- Mechanical Diagnostics & repair
- Top Secret/SCI Clearance (T5 Investigation)
- Operational Test
- Technical Documentation & reporting
- Nuclear movement operations
- Mechanical Measurement (Tolerance, Fit)
- Fabrication and measurement
- Microsoft office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Websites
Awards
- Awarded Professional team of the year in 2020 to oversee 131 Consolidated tool Kits, 4 thousand items and 1.8 thousand man-hours.
- Awarded Nuclear Surety Staff Inspection Visit most outstanding team in 2022 for exceptional teamwork and professionalism while performing maintenance on the Minuteman III missile.
- Completed 61 missile maintenance ops, helping install and remove $2.8B in nuclear components that support USSTRATCOM’s mission.
- Briefed 17 NATO and Congressional delegates during a missile tour, highlighting the 90th Missile Wing and the DoD’s top priority.
- Conducted hands-on training for 50 missile maintenance technicians on advanced inspection procedures for $184K life-support systems, improving operational safety and reliability.
Certifications And Qualifications
- Certified Missile and Space Systems Maintenance Journeyman (2M052)
- Qualified in Minuteman III Missile System Maintenance (Board Technician)
- SELM (Simulated Electronic Launch Minuteman) Team Chief Certified
- Hardness Surveillance Electromagnetic Pulse (EMP) Program Certified
- Nuclear-Certified Equipment Inspector & Proofload Technician
- Special Purpose Vehicle Operator (SPVO) – Skid, Gravel, and Off-Road Trained
- Military Driving Familiarization – U-Vans, M-Vans, Tire Chains
- Explosive Ordnance Reconnaissance (EOR) Certified
- Counter-Improvised Explosive Device (C-IED) Awareness Trained
- Proficient in electrical, hydraulic, pneudraulic, and pneumatic system testing
- Skilled in interpreting technical diagrams, schematics, and blueprints
- Experienced with environmental, safety, and security compliance standards
Timeline
Vehicle and equipment Section Technician
United States Air Force
09.2023 - 10.2024
Missile and Space Systems Maintainer
United States Air Force
02.2021 - 09.2023
Mechanical and Pnuedraulics Technician
United States Air Force
09.2020 - Current
Simulated Electronic Launch Minuteman Team Chief training -
F.E Warren AFB WY Air Education Training Command
Missile Maintenance Technician Journeyman -
F.E Warren AFB WY Air Education Training Command
Hardness Surveillance Electromagnetic Pulse Program Qualification -
F.E Warren AFB WY Air Education Training Command
Missile and Space Systems Maintenance Apprentice -
F.E Warren AFB WY Air Education Training Command
Missile and Space Systems Technical School -
Missile and Space Systems Technical School