Robert Palos
Las Vegas
Summary
Military avionics professional with 15 years of experience, strong leadership, and relationship-building skills. Qualified with A4-K, A4-N, L-159, HH-60, MH-53 Helicopters, and F-16 C/G, and various propeller and turbine engine commercial aircraft, and proficient with a variety of testing equipment and troubleshooting. Multi-tasker with experience working in stressful environments and meeting strict deadlines.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Avionics Technician
Department of Defense
05.2020 - Current
- Diagnosed issues with avionics systems using technical manuals and schematics.
- Inspected, tested and repaired avionics systems such as navigation, communication, auto-pilot and instruments.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on all aircraft electronics including radios, transponders, GPS receivers and autopilots.
- Replaced faulty components within the avionics system according to established guidelines.
- Analyzed data from multi-function display units to identify potential faults in the system design or operation.
- Monitored cockpit displays during ground tests and simulated flights to detect any anomalies in the system's performance.
- Installed new avionics components in accordance with maintenance procedures.
Tactical Avionics Technician
Draken International
07.2019 - 05.2020
- Perform and troubleshoot systems on A-4, A-4N, and L-159 aircraft, including Pitot Static, 1553 data bus systems, ARC-159 and ARC-182 radios, IFF Radar systems
- Wire/Coax repair, BNC/TNC connector repair, solder repair
- Installed multiple Transponder ADSB upgrade mods on multiple aircraft
- Accomplished depot level/phase maintenance on multiple aircraft
- Launch and recover aircraft
- Service aircraft including bleed/service hydraulics, service oil, refuel/defuel, service liquid oxygen, accomplished S.O.A.P samples
- Performed pre-flight, post-flight, thru-flight inspections, drag chute inspections
- Write-up/sign-off delayed discrepancies and inspections using Flight Docs, order and receive aircraft parts
Avionics Technician
Apex Aviation
01.2018 - 07.2019
- Troubleshooting, repair, and installations
- Knowledge of test equipment (IFR-4000, IFR-6000, Air Data Test Set, etc.) and procedures associated with General Aviation avionics on different platforms – Garmin, Bendix/King, Honeywell, Avidyne, Aspen, etc
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Conduct repairs and installations on various aircraft from two-seater Piper Cub up to Embraer ERJ-145
- Minimal supervision needed
- Repairman's Certificate
- RVSM 91.411 & 91.413, VFR, and IFR certified
Electrician
RobCo Electric
05.2017 - 01.2018
- Installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting electrical components of commercial projects
- Install electrical systems interconnecting telecommunications/security/fire alarm systems to the grid power of commercial properties
- Troubleshoot system problems and resolve electrical issues
- Ability to work in high and/or tight places
- Working knowledge of voltmeter usage
- Experienced in replacing residential/commercial/industrial motors, electrical services, and distribution panels
- Ability to operate boom lifts and scissor lifts
Team Lead/Electrician/Avionics Technician
Affordable Engineering Services
05.2014 - 02.2017
- Interpreted blueprints, schematics, drawings, and layouts to complete repairs
- Determined proper methods, equipment, and materials to complete repairs within budget
- Removed existing avionics systems and installed new upgraded avionic system modifications
- Interpreted electronic and electric schematics and mechanical layouts to diagnose equipment problems
- Reported all unsafe activities, situations, and potential hazards to the supervisor
- Installed IVHMS, IAHHS, LARS, and fuel probe upgrades
- Troubleshoot avionic systems, subsystems, and integrated systems using proper technical orders, ensuring a fully mission-capable aircraft in a timely manner
Special Operations Integrated Avionics Technician
United States Air Force
06.2006 - 06.2014
- Operated and maintained avionics systems on HH-60 Helicopters
- Knowledgeable in AHHS, IAHHS, AFCS, Internal Auxiliary Fuel, Fuel Management System, Pitot Static System, Stabilator System, NSU, IVHMS
- Analyzed equipment operating characteristics to isolate malfunctions in avionics systems
- Removed, installed, checked, and repaired avionics systems and line replaceable units (LRU)
- Diagnosed malfunctions using technical orders, schematics, wiring diagrams, integrated test systems, and other test equipment
- Removed, replaced, and repaired faulty system wiring, electrical connectors, antennas, transmission lines, and multi-conductor cables
- Modified avionics systems according to technical publications
- Updated operational logs, inspection records, aircraft forms, and automated maintenance systems
- Planned, organized, and directed aircraft maintenance activities
- Evaluated activities for compliance with directives
Education
Associates of Aeronautical Science -
Community College of The Air Force
Skills
- Active secret clearance
- Electrician Certification
- Proficient in reading and comprehending wiring schematics and blueprints
- Troubleshooting systems and integrated systems
- Aircraft test equipment
- Building wire harnesses
- Soldering
- Double & Single shielded wire
- Twisted pair
- Wiring diagrams
- System Troubleshooting
- Soldering Proficiency
Timeline
Avionics Technician
Department of Defense
05.2020 - Current
Tactical Avionics Technician
Draken International
07.2019 - 05.2020
Avionics Technician
Apex Aviation
01.2018 - 07.2019
Electrician
RobCo Electric
05.2017 - 01.2018
Team Lead/Electrician/Avionics Technician
Affordable Engineering Services
05.2014 - 02.2017
Special Operations Integrated Avionics Technician
United States Air Force
06.2006 - 06.2014
Associates of Aeronautical Science -
Community College of The Air Force
Additionaltrainingcertifications
- Advanced Training Institute, Las Vegas, Nevada - Electrician Certification
- Repairman Certificate
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 03/25/87