Robert Bixler

Performed modifications to aircraft structures and systems per engineering drawings. Performed operational maintenance and troubleshooting on hydraulic, fuel, pneumatic, avionics cooling, flight control and turbine systems resulting in a 100% mission completion rate during 4 operational deployments.

• Mentored junior mechanics in proper diagnostic techniques, tool usage, and workplace safety practices to foster their growth in moving up the ranks .
• Tore down, repaired and rebuilt faulty assemblies such as power plant systems, turbine systems and propeller systems supporting Navy aircraft worldwide.
• Consistently met or exceeded mission completion performance metrics through diligent work ethic and attention to detail in all repair tasks.

• Employed wide variety of hand and power tools including hoists, drills, precision measuring instruments and electronic testing devices.
• Promoted shop safety by working in a safe manner.
• Removed and installed aircraft subsystem assemblies such as engines, rotors, gearboxes, transmissions, and mechanical flight controls.