Richard Myers
RichCraft Woodworks: Self Employed
Las Vegas,NV
22
years of professional experience
Purpose-driven professional with a background in quality assurance and control, complemented by experience in student instruction. Demonstrated expertise in team leadership, process improvement, and program management. Proficient in recognizing personality traits and character to enhance interpersonal communication and team dynamics. Experienced in supervisory roles, guiding teams toward achieving organizational goals.
Work History
Custom Woodworker
1 Year 11 Months- Designed and Launched a woodworking enterprise, transforming a personal passion into a successful business. Oversaw all aspects of woodworking operations, enhancing efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Oversaw bookkeeping activities and conducted income tax assessments based on revenue generated.
- Designed and implemented a comprehensive website to facilitate online sales and enhance in-person transactions.
TEST MAINTENANCE SUPERINTENDENT
3 Years 1 Month- Assisted in organizing operational test events while managing logistics for aircraft and ground equipment. Supported maintenance personnel during the planning and execution of missions. Reported test outcomes to contribute to mission readiness.
- Managed limited personnel in contingent operations, demonstrating accelerated aircraft mobility and strategic ground deployment for combatant commanders.
- Facilitated communication between command staff and maintenance teams, delivering test fielding recommendations and technical data enhancements.
TEST SYSTEMS CONFIGURATION MANAGER
1 Year 11 Months- Oversaw aircraft configuration to ensure compliance with FAA and AF regulations through precise weapons loading, pod loading, weight and balance tracking, and flight configuration management.
- Assessed test community to validate Air Force standards for dual location operations.
FLIGHTLINE EXPEDITER
1 Year 9 Months- Managed aircraft maintenance operations and prioritized monthly and weekly flying schedules, ensuring timely reporting of aircraft status
- Coordinated aircraft transfers between deployed locations, aligning field-level requirements with engineering requests
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTOR
11 Months- Achieved completion of accredited principles of instruction course and facilitated mandatory and locally developed maintenance training programs.
- Updated maintenance training syllabus to enhance learning effectiveness for newcomers and senior enlisted personnel in accordance with evolving technical standards.
QUALITY ASSURANCE INSPECTOR
2 Years 7 Months- Conducted comprehensive evaluations on more than 1700 instances across three aircraft platforms to inform leadership and support maintenance supervisors in assessing technician performance.
- Certified and conducted comprehensive inspections, pinpointing key infractions to bolster squadron training and maintenance efficiency.
- Drafted and reviewed modification proposals and deficiency reports to ensure adherence to maintenance protocols and operational standards.
OTHER MAINTENANCE EXPERIENCE
9 Years 4 Months- Performed and oversaw maintenance of fighter and remotely piloted aircraft for a decade. Led efforts on engine start systems, flight control systems, hydraulic systems, and engine teardown and rebuild processes. Developed certification programs for team members on essential tasks.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Aircraft Maintenance Technology
Skills
Team leadership
Attention to detail
Scheduling coordination
Project oversight
Program development
Inventory management
Microsoft suite
Public speaking skills
Interests
Avid Lego Collector
Crafting and DIY Projects
Woodworking
Timeline
Custom Woodworker
RichCraft Woodworks: Self Employed
01.2024 - 12.2025Read More
TEST MAINTENANCE SUPERINTENDENT
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
10.2020 - 11.2023Read More
TEST SYSTEMS CONFIGURATION MANAGER
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
10.2018 - 09.2020Read More
FLIGHTLINE EXPEDITER
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
12.2016 - 09.2018Read More
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTOR
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
12.2015 - 11.2016Read More
QUALITY ASSURANCE INSPECTOR
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
04.2013 - 11.2015Read More
OTHER MAINTENANCE EXPERIENCE
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
11.2003 - 03.2013Read More
Community College of The Air Force
Associate of Applied Science from Aircraft Maintenance Technology
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