Paul Melanson

As a 15D, I perform non-destructive inspections on critical components of the AH-64 Apache, UH-60 Blackhawk, and CH-47 Chinook. I am certified in Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), Fluorescent Penetrant Inspection (PT), Eddy Current Testing (ET), and Ultrasonic Testing (UT). Some of my job duties as a 15D are remove and replace powertrain quills, transmissions, adapting parts, rotary wing hub, and tanks; disassemble friction dampers and hanger assemblies; disassemble, repair, reassemble, adjust, balance, and align powertrain components, systems, and subsystems to include main and tail rotor hub assemblies according to drawings, blueprints, directives, and technical manuals; apply corrosion preventative procedures; clean, preserve, and store powertrain components; perform nondestructive inspections on aircraft components and related items; use and perform operator maintenance on ground support equipment and common and special tools; maintain facilities for storage of flammable and hazardous materials; requisitions and maintain shop and bench stock for repair of aircraft powertrain systems and subsystems; prepare requests for turn-in and repair parts for powertrain components; prepare forms and records related to aircraft maintenance.

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