Reginald D. Palmer
Smyrna,United States
Summary
Detail-oriented Aircraft Mechanic with a strong focus on diagnosing mechanical issues and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with teams to enhance operational efficiency and maintain high-quality standards.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Rideshare Driver
Uber
Smyrna, Georgia
08.2025 - Current
- Ensured vehicle cleanliness and maintenance for optimal passenger comfort.
- Provided excellent customer service through friendly and timely interactions.
- Navigated city routes efficiently to minimize passenger wait times.
Automotive Technician
Express Oil Change & Tire Engineers
Smyrna, Georgia
10.2024 - 07.2025
- Diagnosed vehicle issues using advanced diagnostic tools and equipment.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow and service delivery.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks on various makes and models of vehicles.
Lead Aircraft Technician
FEAM Aerospace
Atlanta, Georgia
10.2023 - 08.2024
- Read and interpreted maintenance manuals, service bulletins and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing and replacing malfunctioning or damaged components.
- Ensured compliance with Federal Aviation Administration FAA regulations during all maintenance activities.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues using specialized tools and diagnostic equipment.
- Collaborated with other mechanics and engineers to resolve complex technical problems.
- Inspected aircraft for defects and malfunctions according to maintenance manuals.
- Disassembled, reworked and repaired components with high accuracy by carefully following technical documentation.
Aviation Maint Tech & Insp-Fld
Boeing
Moses Lake, Washington
07.2022 - 04.2023
- Conducted routine and special inspections to ensure compliance with safety requirements, documenting findings and repairs.
- Located cracks, breaks and leaks with in-depth evaluations of aircraft components.
- Verified completed work to ensure maintenance standards were met and aircraft were operationally ready.
- Assessed repair feasibility and optimal methods through expert interpretation of manuals and service bulletins.
- Read and interpreted maintenance manuals, service bulletins and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing and replacing malfunctioning or damaged components.
- Cured bonded structures, using portable or stationary curing equipment.
- Kept work and common areas neat and organized to maximize productivity, alleviate potential accidents and promote professional workspace.
- Assisted office staff with various tasks, including errands and data entry.
Line Maintenance A&P Mechanic
STS LINE MAINTENANCE
Orlando, United States
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Assisted with airworthiness requirements with detailed inspections before takeoff and after completed flights.
- Prepared, installed and tested aircraft equipment and complete systems to achieve proper configurations and performance.
- Completed basic and advanced repairs with thorough testing, fault tracing and problem diagnosis.
- Met compliance standards with thorough inspections and reports and completed related paperwork.
- Examined and inspected aircraft components, including landing gear, hydraulic systems and deicers to locate cracks, breaks, leaks and other problems.
Aircraft Mechanic
AIRBORNE Line Maintenance
Tampa, United States
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Enhanced performance and longevity by recommending and implementing modifications and upgrades.
- Disassembled, reworked and repaired components with high accuracy by carefully following technical documentation.
- Prepared, installed and tested aircraft equipment and complete systems to achieve proper configurations and performance.
- Replaced or repaired damaged or worn parts.
Aircraft Mechanic
Silver Airways
Orlando, United States
01.2020 - 05.2021
- Identified cracks, breaks, and leaks through comprehensive evaluations of aircraft components, enhancing reliability.
- Disassembled, reworked, and repaired components to ensure compliance with technical documentation and operational safety.
- Read and interpreted maintenance manuals, service bulletins and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing and replacing malfunctioning or damaged components.
- Conducted visual inspections and used precision instruments to detect wear and defects, contributing to maintenance readiness.
Aircraft Mechanic
Haeco Americas
Lake City, United States
04.2019 - 11.2020
- Prepared, installed and tested aircraft equipment and complete systems to achieve proper configurations and performance.
- Enhanced performance and longevity by recommending and implementing modifications and upgrades.
- Disassembled, reworked and repaired components with high accuracy by carefully following technical documentation.
Aircraft Mechanic
FLIGHTSTAR JAX
Jacksonville, United States
01.2019 - 03.2019
- Determined repair limits for engine hot section parts.
- Inspected completed work to certify maintenance met standards and aircraft were ready for operation.
- Prepared and painted aircraft surfaces.
Aircraft Mechanic
Silver Airways
Orlando, United States
04.2018 - 01.2019
- Met compliance standards with thorough inspections and reports and completed related paperwork.
- Disassembled, reworked and repaired components with high accuracy by carefully following technical documentation.
- Conducted routine and special inspections as required by regulations.
Aircraft Mechanic
Textron
Dallas, United States
01.2016 - 03.2018
- Detected wear and defects through visual inspections and precision instruments to maintain safety and performance standards.
- Met safety requirements through routine and special inspections, documenting findings and repairs undertaken.
- Cured bonded structures using portable and stationary equipment to ensure structural integrity.
Wesco Aircrfat Representative
Lockheed Martin
St. Petersburg, United States
01.2013 - 12.2015
- Collaborated closely with coworkers and personnel in other departments to improve customer service and relationships.
- Worked with HR personnel to address team performance issues and implement corrective actions.
- Enforced compliance with labor, safety and sanitation standards team-wide.
- Onboarded and trained new team members in benchmark performance.
- Led regular meetings with team members to outline objectives, share new processes and evaluate progress.
- Set specifications for new systems and updates, factoring in input from management, staff and users.
- Maintained detailed records of daily support activities and resolutions.
Aircraft Mechanic
Hawker Beechcraft
Tampa, United States
01.2011 - 12.2011
- Restored functionality and enhanced performance of aircraft structures, systems, and components through targeted modifications.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards by conducting routine and special inspections, thoroughly documenting findings and repairs.
- Identified wear and defects using visual inspections and precision instruments, contributing to aircraft reliability.
Education
General Familiarization W/ V2500 & CFM56 -
Haeco Technical Training
Lake City, Fl, United States04-2020
Aviation Maintenance & Technology -
National Aviation Academy
Clearwater, Fl, United States12-2010
Skills
- Route optimization
- Passenger safety
- Excellent navigation
- Time management
- Scheduling
- Task prioritization
- Problem solving
- Analytical thinking
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Written communication
- Critical thinking
- Communication
Timeline
Rideshare Driver
Uber
08.2025 - Current
Automotive Technician
Express Oil Change & Tire Engineers
10.2024 - 07.2025
Lead Aircraft Technician
FEAM Aerospace
10.2023 - 08.2024
Aviation Maint Tech & Insp-Fld
Boeing
07.2022 - 04.2023
Line Maintenance A&P Mechanic
STS LINE MAINTENANCE
01.2022 - 06.2022
Aircraft Mechanic
AIRBORNE Line Maintenance
08.2021 - 12.2021
Aircraft Mechanic
Silver Airways
01.2020 - 05.2021
Aircraft Mechanic
Haeco Americas
04.2019 - 11.2020
Aircraft Mechanic
FLIGHTSTAR JAX
01.2019 - 03.2019
Aircraft Mechanic
Silver Airways
04.2018 - 01.2019
Aircraft Mechanic
Textron
01.2016 - 03.2018
Wesco Aircrfat Representative
Lockheed Martin
01.2013 - 12.2015
Aircraft Mechanic
Hawker Beechcraft
01.2011 - 12.2011
General Familiarization W/ V2500 & CFM56 -
Haeco Technical Training
Aviation Maintenance & Technology -
National Aviation Academy