PATRICK DEPIERO
JBER
Summary
I am a dedicated and detail-oriented professional with three years of experience as an avionics technician and two years as a mechanic, entrusted with the repair and maintenance of $3.4 billion worth of aircraft for the United States Air Force. With a strong work ethic and a commitment to excellence, I continuously strive to expand my knowledge and skills to be the best in my field.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
TACTICAL AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE
United States Air Force
United States Air Force
08.2022 - 08.2025
- Troubleshot and repaired turbofan engine systems.
- Troubleshot and repaired hydraulic systems.
- Troubleshot and repaired fuel systems.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- Completed routine maintenance and repair.
Advanced Fighter Aircraft Integrated Avionics
United States Air Force
Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson
08.2021 - 08.2025
- Troubleshot and repaired electrical, RF, and fiber optic components, and wiring.
- Troubleshot and repaired air and liquid cooling systems.
- Troubleshot and repaired high-voltage power generation and distribution systems.
- Troubleshot and repaired computer and network systems.
- Troubleshot and repaired various sensors and antennas.
- Updated and maintained databases with current information.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
- Trained 20 new airmen on their new role.
Line Cook
Red Rooster Family Restaurant
Hunlock Creek
01.2019 - 07.2025
- Followed health and safety standards to ensure safe working environment for employees and customers alike.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products.
- Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
- Inspected equipment for cleanliness prior to use every shift.
- Received and stored food and supplies.
- Assisted in prep work such as washing vegetables or butchering meat when needed.
- Cleaned cooking and refrigeration equipment to sanitize and prevent food-borne illness.
Dish Washer
Red Rooster Family Restaurant
Hunlock Creek
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Maintained assigned areas to keep organized and clean by mopping floor.
- Stocked service areas with clean plates, bowls, cups, and other items as needed.
- Swept and mopped floors at end of shift to comply with sanitary regulations.
- Scrubbed and sanitized dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and other kitchen equipment.
- Studied methods of coworkers, successfully learning kitchen, and food service skills.
Education
USAF advanced wiring - Advanced Wiring Principles & Electrical Theory, Aircraft Wiring Installation & Routing, Connector And Terminal Repair, And Safety And Quality Assurance
Air Force Advanced Training
Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson07.2024
USAF advanced Avionics F-22 specific training - Radar and Communication Systems, Electronic Warfare and Countermeasures, Flight Control and Instrumentation, Advanced Diagnostics and Testing, Weapons and Targeting Systems, Fiber Optics and Data Bus Systems, Troubleshooting and System Integration, Air and liquid cooling systems, and Server and networks systems
Air Force Avionics 5th Gen School
Shepherd AFB, TX05.2022
USAF Avionics Fundamentals Training - Radar and Communication Systems, Aircraft Wiring and Schematic Interpretation, Digital and Analog Systems Communication and Navigation Systems, Troubleshooting and Test Equipment Operation, and Safety and Maintenance Procedures
Air Force Avionics Fundamentals School
Sheppard AFB, TX12.2021
Skills
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Avionics maintenance
- mechanical maintenance
- Technical documentation
- Safety compliance
- Time management
- Interpersonal communication
- Networking
- Multitasking
- Problem-solving
- Communication
Certification
F-22 SPECIALIST APPRENTICE
F-22 SPECIALIST JOURNYMAN
F-22 MECHANIC APPRENTICE
F-22 MECHANIC JOURNYMAN
Languages
English
Full Professional
Affiliations
- photography
- astronomy
- cooking
- graphic design
- pets
- family
Accomplishments
- 3rd Wing Foreign Object Damage (FOD) Poster Award winner
- Letter of Appreciation from the 3rd Wing Commander for organizing an awards event for over 1,000 attendees
- 525th Fighter Generation Squadron Chief’s Choice Award recipient
- Raised $7,500 for my unit by leading a high-volume cooking operation at the 2024 Arctic Thunder Air Show
- First avionics technician on my base to be dedicated to a specific aircraft
- managed the fleet avionics health a position way above my rank
- Identified a coolant leak and isolated a cracked heat exchanger. Led a two-person team to replace it in 1.5 hours, enabling four alert-ready F-22s in six hours, resulting in the destruction of an enemy recon aircraft.
Timeline
TACTICAL AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE
United States Air Force
08.2022 - 08.2025
Advanced Fighter Aircraft Integrated Avionics
United States Air Force
08.2021 - 08.2025
Line Cook
Red Rooster Family Restaurant
01.2019 - 07.2025
Dish Washer
Red Rooster Family Restaurant
01.2018 - 01.2019
USAF advanced wiring - Advanced Wiring Principles & Electrical Theory, Aircraft Wiring Installation & Routing, Connector And Terminal Repair, And Safety And Quality Assurance
Air Force Advanced Training
USAF advanced Avionics F-22 specific training - Radar and Communication Systems, Electronic Warfare and Countermeasures, Flight Control and Instrumentation, Advanced Diagnostics and Testing, Weapons and Targeting Systems, Fiber Optics and Data Bus Systems, Troubleshooting and System Integration, Air and liquid cooling systems, and Server and networks systems
Air Force Avionics 5th Gen School
USAF Avionics Fundamentals Training - Radar and Communication Systems, Aircraft Wiring and Schematic Interpretation, Digital and Analog Systems Communication and Navigation Systems, Troubleshooting and Test Equipment Operation, and Safety and Maintenance Procedures
Air Force Avionics Fundamentals School
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