Michael Dudich
Waco,TX
Summary
Proficient Avionics Technician with 6 years of experience on block 40/42 F-16 aircraft, focused on all aspects of maintenance, repairs, modifications, upgrades, and troubleshooting to ensure high standards of safety and effectiveness of aircraft. Experience in the US and Overseas with high levels of adaptability and time sensitive tasks. 1 year of wire terminating further solidifying my skills with wire routing, terminating, and troubleshooting. 1 year as a Lockheed Martin FACO Avionics Technician with a strong work ethic, extraordinary people skills, a great attitude, ready to learn more, and further my Career.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Wire Technician
L3 Harris
Waco, TX
02.2023 - 02.2024
- Terminated wiring harnesses in accordance with specific guidelines and publications in place
- Cut and measured wire to exact lengths as specified in engineering drawings
- Verified and complied with all notes that applied to each drawing and specific wiring harnesses
- Installed wiring harnesses and completed multiple racks and consoles for C3D program
- Created routing provisions using knowledge of signal category separation and installed harnesses on 2 new rack assemblies for the Air Forces new EC-37B Compass Call
- Coordinated with engineering team to make appropriate changes to drawings and instructions for aircraft racks and consoles
F-16 Aircraft Technician
USAF
Alamogordo, NM
07.2021 - 01.2023
- As a CRO instructed individuals on vault procedures as well as Comsec responsibilities
- Completed continuity checks through knowledge in wiring diagrams, and repaired/replaced various wires with diverse wire types
- Trained numerous entry-level personnel on proper fault tree and wiring diagram usage
- Mentored fellow airman of varying skill levels in tool accountability, system theory, and the importance of FOD awareness
- Assisted in the modification of 14 block 42 aircraft with TCTOs promptly
- Instructed co-workers on proper and proficient usage of 415 Air Data Tester. Completed 7 tests and troubleshot accordingly
- Discovered and replaced 3 flooded FLCS fuel cell Harnesses exceeding expected time of completion
F-16 Avionics Technician
USAF
Osan AB, South Korea
07.2019 - 07.2021
- As alternate CRO taught 21 personnel comsec duties which earned us zero defects during annual inspection
- Participated in TDY acted as primary CRO and recovered uncontrolled loss of crypto
- Assisted Lockheed Martin TCTO team in upgrade of 15 sniper pod from XR to SE
- Became proficient in fuel quantity troubleshooting and assisted Fuel shop in finding multiple faulty internal tank probes as well as discovered several faulty external tanks
- Held a small class of 6 during training day and coached them on proper Throttle grip installation including the importance of proper measurement of all 4 dimensions
- Completed over 15 JSECTS tests consisting of A and B sweeps and quickly tackled RTWS discrepancy by pinpointing bad coax
- Completed approx. 140 upload/downloads of Sniper, HTS, and ECM pods along with sim combat loading ECM pods for exercise
- Gained strong understanding of Thruline watt meter tester
F-16 Avionics Technician
USAF
Alamogordo, NM
08.2017 - 07.2019
- Evaluated quality of all maintenance and installation work and documented changes.
- Set up and operated precision test equipment for alignment, troubleshooting and testing of electrical equipment and systems.
- Military aircraft modification installation experience including wire harness installation and check out procedures
- Focused on and succeeded in learning basic Avionics system theory of F-16 Aircraft
- Received USAF skill 5
- Prioritized time to meet production needs assigned by senior techs, leads and management.
FACO Avionics Technician
Lockheed Martin
Greenville, SC
03.2025 - Current
- Assisted Flightline and Hanger 16 Technicians with troubleshooting Air Data, FLCS, and FCR as well as wire terminating
- Run and assist with all avionics operational checkouts following AEIs and MTPs
- Coordinated with the engineering team to fix issues with AEIs and MTPs.
- Analyzed data from multi-function display units to identify potential faults in the systems
- Performed thorough tests of electrical systems, parts and equipment to check compliance with applicable standards and evaluate malfunctions.
- Coordinate with tooling to solve issues with faulty test equipment
Education
Avionics
Airforce Technical School
Witchita 08.2017
Airforce Basic Training
Wichita Falls, TX03.2017
High School Diploma -
Plant High School
Tampa, FL08.2015
Skills
- Excellent ability to read and comprehend Wiring Diagrams
- Experience using electrical, radio, and radar testing equipment and instruments
- USAF Skill 5 Level
- Knowledge of basic computer skills
- Active Secret DoD security clearance
- Able to adapt to unforeseen problems or circumstances
- Strong Ability to multitask
- Confident in routing cables, termination processes, and performing continuity checks
- Strong drive to work efficiently and effectively
Certification
- GROL (ground radio operating license) badge
Timeline
FACO Avionics Technician
Lockheed Martin
03.2025 - Current
Wire Technician
L3 Harris
02.2023 - 02.2024
F-16 Aircraft Technician
USAF
07.2021 - 01.2023
F-16 Avionics Technician
USAF
07.2019 - 07.2021
F-16 Avionics Technician
USAF
08.2017 - 07.2019
Avionics
Airforce Technical School
Airforce Basic Training
High School Diploma -
Plant High School
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