RODRICK CARTER
Fort Walton Beach,FL
Summary
Dynamic Aircraft Armament Systems Technician with extensive experience in the USAF, recognized for enhancing weapon system performance through expert maintenance and troubleshooting. Proven adaptability under pressure, coupled with strong decision-making skills, while effectively training and mentoring junior technicians. Highly skilled in explosive ordnance handling, with a steadfast commitment to fostering a culture of safety and operational excellence. Results-driven professional dedicated to optimizing mission readiness and ensuring the highest standards of performance in all technical operations.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Aircraft Armament Systems Technician
USAF
Fort Walton Beach, FL
01.2006 - Current
- Assisted in the assembly and installation of aircraft armament systems components.
- Learned safety protocols for handling explosives and munitions.
- Supported routine maintenance checks on armament systems to ensure operational readiness.
- Regularly chosen as lead to troubleshoot equipment malfunctions effectively.
- Enhanced aircraft weapon system performance by conducting thorough inspections and maintenance procedures.
- Developed strong working relationships with other departments involved in aircraft upkeep, facilitating seamless communication during joint projects or tasks.
- Provided hands-on training to junior technicians, improving overall team knowledge and skillsets in aircraft armament systems.
- Served as subject matter expert for aircraft armament systems during unit briefings, offering insights to improve overall understanding and performance.
- Familiarized with tools and equipment used for armament system repairs and adjustments.
Activity Security Manager
USAF
Fort Walton Beach, FL
07.2024 - 05.2025
- Coordinated emergency response plans enhancing safety protocols across all facilities.
- Conducted risk assessments identifying vulnerabilities and recommending mitigation strategies.
- Trained and mentored security personnel improving team performance and operational efficiency.
- Oversaw incident investigation processes ensuring thorough documentation and resolution of issues.
- Kept team compliant with security protocols and appearance standards.
- Continuously updated knowledge on evolving security trends and best practices, incorporating relevant strategies to maintain a safe facility.
- Monitored facility access, ensuring only authorized personnel were granted entry into secure areas of the facility.
Education
High School Diploma -
Choctaw County High
Butler, AL05-2005
Skills
- Adaptability under pressure
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Tool control practices
- Ground support equipment operation
- Schematic interpretation
- Technical documentation comprehension
- Armament systems maintenance
- Weapons loading operations
- Explosive ordnance handling
- Decision-making capacity
- Training and mentoring
- Wiring diagrams
- Technical problem solving
- Wing Harness replacement
- Quality assurance procedures
- Flight line safety
- Aircraft weapons integration
- Munitions inspection procedures
- Preventative maintenance
- Safety procedures compliance
- Technical documentation interpretation
- Inventory control procedures
- Aircraft ground handling
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Attention to detail
- Electrical equipment repair
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent communication
- Reliability
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Troubleshooting malfunctions
- Decision-making
- Testing equipment use
- Scheduled maintenance
- Self motivation
- New system installations
- Hardware installation
- Professionalism
- Interpersonal communication
- Precision measurement
- Equipment testing
- Emergency repairs
- Component testing
- Documentation requirements
- Schematics
- Root-cause analysis
- Soldering techniques
- Maintenance and repair
- Aircraft system installation
- Aircraft testing protocols
Timeline
Activity Security Manager
USAF
07.2024 - 05.2025
Aircraft Armament Systems Technician
USAF
01.2006 - Current
High School Diploma -
Choctaw County High
LOAD CREW OF THE YEAR
I performed 200+ Missile/Bomb loading actions yielding 100+ Hellfire and bombs on target, while simultaneously completing 13 loading evaluations with zero discrepancies earning the title Load Crew of the Year. This led to me being selected to join the Squadron Lead Crew as team chief.