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Paul Tilghman

Rosamond,CA

Summary

Skilled Aircraft Mechanic with in-depth knowledge of F-22, B-52 model aircrafts. Well-versed in executing in-process and final inspection on aircrafts to ensure continuous accuracy and safety for all equipment.

Detail-oriented aircraft professional bringing a proven history of effectively directing, monitoring or performing preventive and unscheduled maintenance on aircrafts. Strong knowledge of standard hardware and materials with an insatiable curiosity of new industry materials and techniques. Productive aircraft service professional bringing an extensive history of service and inspection on varied model aircrafts. Aiming to fulfill a role in which to leverage in-depth industry knowledge and a diverse skill set acquired over 15 years of service in the aviation landscape.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

General Flight Mechanic

Lockheed Martin
Palmdale, CA
08.2022 - Current
  • Repaired malfunctioning parts or replaced them with new ones as needed in order to ensure the safety of the aircraft.
  • Adhered strictly to maintenance schedules set by airlines and aircraft owners in order to maintain high levels of safety standards.
  • Collaborated with other mechanics in order to diagnose complex mechanical problems quickly and accurately.
  • Performed routine and non-routine maintenance on aircraft engines, components, and systems according to FAA regulations.
  • Assisted engineers in carrying out major overhauls or modifications on different types of aircrafts.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting mechanical issues using specialized tools and equipment.
  • Led teams of junior mechanics, providing training and oversight to ensure quality and efficiency in maintenance tasks.

Aircraft Armament Systems Craftsman

United States Air Force, USAF
Edwards, CA
07.2015 - Current
  • Executed munitions loading operations and maintained munitions loading equipment.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Supervised and completed flight line foreign object prevention walks.
  • Updated maintenance and repair logs according to services performed and submitted reports to supervisors for review.

Aircraft Armament Systems Technician

United States Air Force, USAF
Minot , ND
11.2007 - 07.2015
  • Replaced defective parts and corrected problems using various hand and power tools.
  • Read complex manuals to review repair procedures.
  • Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
  • Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
  • Executed corrosion control and inspection duties with minimal supervision.

Education

High School Diploma -

Aberdeen High School
Aberdeen, MD
08.2005

Some College (No Degree) -

Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL

Skills

  • Attentive to Detail
  • Military Maintenance Standards
  • Maintenance & Repair
  • Organizational Skills
  • Training & Development

Timeline

General Flight Mechanic

Lockheed Martin
08.2022 - Current

Aircraft Armament Systems Craftsman

United States Air Force, USAF
07.2015 - Current

Aircraft Armament Systems Technician

United States Air Force, USAF
11.2007 - 07.2015

High School Diploma -

Aberdeen High School

Some College (No Degree) -

Community College of The Air Force
Paul Tilghman