Robert Charleton
Madison,AL
Summary
Dedicated Aircraft Mechanic with extensive experience as a Quality Assurance Representative and maintenance team lead, currently providing expertise at Yulista Integrated Solutions on the MV-22 Osprey. Over 13 years of hands-on experience with the MV-22 Osprey, demonstrating proficiency in diagnosing and troubleshooting hydraulic, pneumatic, fuel, and drive system components while ensuring operational readiness in high-pressure environments. A proven leader with a strong emphasis on collaboration and adaptability, skilled in project management, conflict resolution, and strategic planning. Committed to fostering a cohesive team atmosphere that drives results and maintains the highest standards of quality and reliability in military aircraft maintenance.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Team Lead
Yulista Integrated Solutions
Meridianville, AL
08.2024 - Current
- Achieved successful teardown, inspection, and rebuilding of 27 MV-22 aircraft, including the inaugural SARDIP of a V22. Completed 8 proprotor gearbox replacements, 42 blade replacements, and 12 engine replacements, enhancing aircraft performance. Executed thousands of maintenance actions, leading a team of 5 mechanics, 3 sheetmetal technicians, and 3 avionics technicians. Progressed from Airframes/Sheetmetal Tech III to Team Lead, showcasing growth and capability.
CDQAR and Team Lead
Amentum
06.2022 - 06.2023
- Led and managed all contractor maintenance operations for MV-22 Osprey as Aircraft Mechanic III and Team Lead at Marine Corps Base Hawaii Kaneohe Bay VMM-363 from June 2022 to June 2023.
CDQAR
SkyQuest Aviation LLC
09.2018 - 06.2022
- QAR for SkyQuest Aviation LLC on the MV-22 Osprey from September 2018 – June 2022. During this time, I completed/assisted with 38 phase inspections, 6 long term down rebuild planes, including an aircraft that did not fly for 9 years, 22 proprotor gearbox replacements, 4 midwing gearbox replacements, 16 pylon conversion actuators and thousands of man hours and maintenance action forms completed.
CDQAR
Marine Corps
02.2018 - 10.2018
- Marine Corps CDQAR from February 2018- October 2018. I served as the only airframes CDQAR in squadron VMM-263 during this time of .5 deployment for SPMAGTF 18.2.
Collateral Duty Inspector (CDI)
02.2016 - 02.2018
- Collateral Duty Inspector (CDI) from February 2016 – February 2018. During this time, I performed troubleshooting and repair procedures that resulted in a 90% mission readiness and 100% mission completion during a 7-month deployment and also a certificate of commendation for an advanced composite repair that was deemed beyond capable maintenance at the squadron level.
Education
B.S. - Business Administration & Management
American Military University
01-2027
High School Diploma - undefined
Harrison Central High School
Cadiz, OH01-2013
Skills
- Interpreting Technical Publications and Illustrations
- Performing Advanced and complex Maintenance Procedures
- In depth Inspection Processes
- Troubleshooting of Mechanical/Hydraulic/Airframes systems
- Flight Control Actuators Rigging and Testing
- Composite repair
- Understanding of precision tool use
- Trend Data Analysis
- Excellent Time and Personnel Management
- Tool Control
- Teamwork and a work ethic matched by NONE
- MV-22 QAR certified
- Extremely fast learner and eager to work
- Obtained all required GSE licenses/qualifications for aircraft use
- Secret Security clearance
Timeline
Team Lead
Yulista Integrated Solutions
08.2024 - Current
CDQAR and Team Lead
Amentum
06.2022 - 06.2023
CDQAR
SkyQuest Aviation LLC
09.2018 - 06.2022
CDQAR
Marine Corps
02.2018 - 10.2018
Collateral Duty Inspector (CDI)
02.2016 - 02.2018
High School Diploma - undefined
Harrison Central High School
B.S. - Business Administration & Management
American Military University