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Russell Thomas

Mira Loma,CA

Summary

I believe highly in creating an environment in which all team members are unafraid to ask for help. As a team member, I understand that shared knowledge leads to shared success. I am always on the lookout for new information to share with my team. I strive to continuously improve the way I perform work through self-reflection and collaborative feedback with my coworkers and supervisors. My varied experiences in the Navy have enabled me to view problems through many different lenses to discover new creative solutions, and to always question how I can improve and impart this knowledge on those I work with.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Level 3 Mechanic

Northrop Grumman
10.2020 - 04.2022
  • Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.

Power Plants Technician / Work Center Supervisor / Petty Officer 3rd Class

United States Navy, Aviation Machinist Mate
08.2016 - 08.2020

Tasked with performing scheduled/unscheduled maintenance on MQ-4C Power Plant and related systems. Assisted Northrop Grumman contractors and NATEC QA Reps conduct 32 data module Validations/Verifications on the AE3007H Rolls-Royce engine resulting in the establishment of maintenance procedures and improving efficiency in preparation of MQ-4C Safe for Flight. Qualified in Power Plant operations in conjunction with BETTIE operation including fueling, oil servicing, engine maintenance, launch, and recovery procedures. Accomplished permanent transition of two MQ-4C Tritons from VUP-19 Det Mugu to VUP-19 Det Guam in December 2019.

  • Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
  • Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
  • Maintained all support equipment that would be used in aircraft functions and performance tests.
  • Maintained compliance with regulatory standards and safety requirements.
  • Observed equipment operation to diagnose and troubleshoot reported issues.
  • Mentored junior technicians in maintenance, repair and reporting duties.

Transient Line Crew / Shift Supervisor / Airman

VQ-4 Det Patuxent River, MD
05.2014 - 06.2016
  • Responsible for the launch, recovery, servicing, inspections, and scheduled/unscheduled maintenance on 15 E-6B alert aircraft
  • As an experienced Plane Captain with all work center qualifications leading 283 mishap free launch and recovery evolutions
  • Proficient in performing scheduled/unscheduled maintenance resulting in 289 daily/turnarounds inspections
  • Trained 11 Plane Captains
  • Trained 11 sailors on 14 pieces of support equipment resulting in an increase of 40% in qualifications at VQ-4 Det Pax River
  • Experienced in Power Plants, Structural, Avionics, and Electrical maintenance
  • IMRL Manager: Managed the upkeep and calibration of work center specific items
  • Oil Consumption Program Manager: Responsible for tracking and logging records of oil consumption per engine and ensuring established efficiency guidelines are maintained
  • Tool Control Program Alternate: Responsible for all tools provided to the command.

Education

High School Diploma -

El Dorado High School
Placentia, CA
06.2013

Skills

  • Quality Assurance
  • Troubleshooting
  • Inventory Management
  • Work Order Management
  • Safety Is Top Priority
  • Quick Decision Making Under Stress
  • Adaptability
  • Team Player
  • Streamlining Existing Process/Procedure
  • Thinking Outside The Box

Naval Education

  • E-6B Power Plant and Related Systems (Initial) Organizational Maintenance / 09/05/14
  • Aircraft Corrosion Control / 03/18/16
  • Naval Aviation Organizational Maintenance Activity Basic Documentation and Functional Training Course (Optimized) / 03/07/17
  • Naval Aviation Organizational Maintenance Activity Work Center Supervisor’s Course / 02/15/18

Qualifications

SSBI TOP SECRET clearance. Investigation completed 27JUN14. Enrolled in Continuous Evaluation Program., 2 years experience on E6-B Mercury. 4 years experience on MQ4C Triton UAV. Primary duties included leadership, team cohesion, and coordination of fellow sailors.

Timeline

Level 3 Mechanic

Northrop Grumman
10.2020 - 04.2022

Power Plants Technician / Work Center Supervisor / Petty Officer 3rd Class

United States Navy, Aviation Machinist Mate
08.2016 - 08.2020

Transient Line Crew / Shift Supervisor / Airman

VQ-4 Det Patuxent River, MD
05.2014 - 06.2016

High School Diploma -

El Dorado High School

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