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Patrick Cogdill
Kingwood,TX
Summary
Results-driven CH-47 Chinook Mechanic and Crew Chief with extensive experience leading maintenance operations, managing complex workflows, and ensuring mission readiness in high-risk environments. Proven ability to coordinate teams, allocate resources, and execute time-critical tasks while maintaining strict safety and quality standards.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CH-47 Chinook Mechanic
United States Army
HAAF, GA
04.2023 - Current
- Oversaw accountability, maintenance, and operational readiness of military vehicles and helicopters valued at over $1B.
- Entrusted time-sensitive inspection compliance of 78 Night Vision Goggles, supporting uninterrupted mission capability.
- Trained and mentored 50+ Soldiers, developing leadership proficiency and job-specific expertise.
- Led 30+ maintenance missions, effectively tasking personnel to achieve early completion.
- Executed 300+ flight hours/tasks with zero deficiencies, maintaining full compliance and safety standards.
Avionics and Survivability Equipment Repairmen
United States Army
HAAF, GA
01.2019 - 03.2023
- Assisted in 350+ NVG swaps and maintenance events, maintaining compliance with inspection and tracking requirements.
- Led safety and best-practice training and safety compliance for 20+ junior repair personnel through hands-on training and mentorship
- Improved operational efficiency through workspace organization, stewardship of $50,000 in tools, and coordination of 10+ daily tasks.
Education
No Degree - Bachelors Of Business Administration
University of Maryland Global Campus
Hyattsville, MDHigh School Diploma -
Kingwood Park Highschool
Humble, TX05-2018
Skills
- Maintenance and Repairs
- Scheduled and Time-Sensitive Inspections
- Professional and Personal Development
- Troubleshooting Skills/ Problem Solving
- Team Leadership & Supervision
- Risk Management & Hazard Mitigation
- Workflow Optimization
- Attention to Detail
Certification
Basic Leadership Course - Foundational Supervisory & Team Leadership Training.
Combat Life Savers - Applied structured risk assessment and mitigation in high-stakes environment.
Interests
Timeline
CH-47 Chinook Mechanic
United States Army
04.2023 - Current
Avionics and Survivability Equipment Repairmen
United States Army
01.2019 - 03.2023
No Degree - Bachelors Of Business Administration
University of Maryland Global Campus
High School Diploma -
Kingwood Park Highschool
Army Achievement Medal
Led a maintenance team through a complex helicopter repair, returning the aircraft to full mission capability 12 hours ahead of schedule in a critical training operation.