Rowdy Lathrop
CH-53 Helicopter Airframe Mechanic, Aircrew, Formal School Instructor
Jacksonville,North Carolina
Summary
Highly skilled airframe mechanic with 8 years in aviation maintenance industry. Repaired and maintained aircraft hydraulics, flight systems and structures. Exceptional technical skills and attention to detail leading to management and client satisfaction. Experienced in educational settings working with students from diverse cultural, economic and educational backgrounds. Detail-oriented planner combining structured learning experiences with hands on activities designed for each developmental stage. Committed to promoting intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth of students.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Formal School Instructor
U.S. Marine Corps
Jacksonville, North Carolina
05.2019 - Current
- Established clear objectives for lessons, units, projects and communicated objectives to students.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Tabulated accurate and complete records of students' progress and development.
- Evaluated progress of individual students to adjust teaching strategies to meet needs.
- Implemented positive behavior interventions and supports to promote rules and compliance in classroom.
- Managed classroom environment conducive for learning to meet maturity level and interest of students.
Naval Aircrewman
U.S. Marine Corps
Jacksonville, North Carolina
05.2018 - Current
- Coordinated rescue and recovery operations with airfield personnel, verifying all parties were informed of activity.
- Supervised expeditious movement of aircraft on flight decks, hangar decks and ashore.
- Observed all safety regulations when working in or near hazardous zones.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Helicopter Airframe Mechanic
U.S. Marine Corps
Jacksonville, North Carolina
05.2015 - Current
- Performed routine equipment inspections and maintained and completed corrective actions by referring to workbooks and technical publications to determine specifications.
- Rebuilt aircraft structures and functional components in accordance with maintenance manual, FAA regulations and aviation services policies and procedures.
- Recorded inspection and maintenance actions using log books, computer terminals and other technical applications.
- Read and interpreted manufacturer and airline maintenance manuals, service bulletins and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components.
- Prepared, inventoried and recorded aircraft parts and components to prevent corrosion, failure and misuse.
- Serviced and repaired fuel, electrical, hydraulic and other aircraft systems.
- Updated logs and filled out maintenance reports with high accuracy and efficiency.
- Coordinated parts and material requisitions to expedite aircraft maintenance and repairs.
- Inspected aircraft daily to assess airworthiness.
Education
Associate of Arts - General Studies
American Public University System
Charles Town, WV 02.2019 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Human Resources Management
American Public University System
Charles Town, WV 08.2021 - Current
Skills
Organization and Time Management
Timeline
Bachelor of Arts - Human Resources Management
American Public University System
08.2021 - Current
Formal School Instructor
U.S. Marine Corps
05.2019 - Current
Associate of Arts - General Studies
American Public University System
02.2019 - 08.2021
Naval Aircrewman
U.S. Marine Corps
05.2018 - Current
Helicopter Airframe Mechanic
U.S. Marine Corps
05.2015 - Current