Detail-oriented Aviation Electrician's Mate with expertise in electrical troubleshooting and quality assurance. Proven track record in safety protocol adherence and technical manual interpretation, ensuring optimal performance in aircraft maintenance.
Overview
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Certification
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years of professional experience
Work History
Aviation Electrician's Mate
Strike Fighter Squadron 22, Us Navy
Lemoore, California
07.2024 - Current
Electrical Branch Leading Petty Officer, led 10 sailors in the completion of more than 1,500 maintenance discrepancies during 2025 Westpac deployment.
Full System QAR, performs audits and monitors on 45 NAMP profiles while conducting safety-of-flight inspections on 12 F/A-18F Super Hornets.
Performed troubleshooting of wiring and cable assemblies to ensure proper operation.
Interpreted technical manuals related to aviation electronics repair procedures.
Implemented improvements to enhance workflow efficiency in the repair shop.
Aviation Electrician's Mate
Strike Fighter Squadron 137, US Navy
Lemoore, California
06.2021 - 06.2024
Aviation Electrician Leading Petty Officer, led 12 junior sailors in the completion of 1,649 maintenance discrepancies on 12 F/A-18E aircraft.
Aircraft crew lead, managed special inspection workload over multiple aircraft, including 91, 182, 365, and 728 day inspections.
Maintained highest level of qualifications to include 220, 280, 11C, 310, 320 Collateral Duty Inspector, ACSP Entry Authority, Aircraft Low Power Turn, Release and Control system Team Leader, Plane Captain, and Full System Quality Assurance Representative.
Developed junior personnel through training and OJT, significantly enhancing work center qualification standards.
Aviation Electrician's Mate
Strike Fighter Squadron 122, US Navy
Lemoore, California
11.2018 - 05.2021
As an Aviation Electrician's Mate First Class Petty Officer, led 25 personnel in the completion of 2,736 scheduled and unscheduled maintenance actions.
Supervised 12 Sailors as 11C Collateral Duty Inspector in maintenance of 8 aerial refueling pods and 43 external fuel tanks for 46 F/A-18E/F aircraft.
Led junior mechanics, training and overseeing maintenance tasks to uphold quality standards.
Completed schooling for Aircraft Confined Space program and Quality Assurance administration.
Aviation Electrician's Mate
Strike Fighter Squadron 151, US Navy
Lemoore, California
04.2014 - 10.2018
Supervised 12 personnel in repair and upkeep of 10 F/A-18E aircraft, ensuring operational readiness and mission capability.
Oversaw completion of 1,891 maintenance actions as collateral duty inspector for 220, 11C, 310, and 320.
Conducted troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to identify sources of malfunctions.
Trained junior personnel on safety protocols and procedures, fostering compliance and enhancing overall operational readiness.
Aviation Electrician's Mate
Fleet Readiness Center West/ US Navy
Lemoore, California
04.2011 - 03.2014
Oversaw intermediate level repair of electrical components for 16 F/A-18E/F fleet squadrons, enhancing mission capability across the fleet.
Executed I-level repairs on 104 horizontal stabilators, 43 trailing edge flaps, 21 leading edge flaps, and 12 aileron actuators, ensuring operational readiness of aircraft.
Conducted collateral duty inspections for 62A/B/C/D/F inducted components, maintaining compliance with safety and performance standards.
Aviation Electrician's Mate
Strike Fighter Squadron 22, US Navy
Lemoore, California
03.2007 - 03.2011
Led pre-flight, daily, and post-flight inspections of aircraft as lead Plane Captain.
Installed and maintained electrical instrument navigation and lighting systems on 12 F/A-18F aircraft.
Collaborated with work center team members to troubleshoot complex electrical systems as an AE apprentice.
Aviation Electrician's Mate
US Navy
Lemoore, California
05.2006 - 03.2007
Finished F/A-18E/F electrical/instruments system organizational maintenance course, preparing for critical maintenance tasks.
Acquired skills in F/A-18E/F wire bundle, connector, and fiber optic cable repair course.
Completed aviation electrician's mate apprentice technical training course, gaining foundational skills for advanced electrical systems.
Recruit at RTC Great Lakes, IL.
Education
High School Diploma -
Eldorado High School
Albuquerque, NM
06-2005
Skills
Electrical systems
Electrical troubleshooting
Flight control systems
Technical manual interpretation
Aircraft inspection
Quality assurance
Quality control
Military maintenance standards
Military maintenance requirements
Maintenance documentation
Cable assembly maintenance
Safety protocol adherence
Personnel training
Team leadership
Time management
Strong work ethic
Certification
Electrician, Aircraft (AIRCRAFT MFG, AIR TRANS) apprenticeship - Department of Labor
Computer Operator apprenticeship - Department of Labor
Electronics Technician apprenticeship - Department of Labor
Electric-Motor Repairer apprenticeship - Department of Labor
Accomplishments
Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal (x6) - Consistently going above and beyond during his duties in the Navy.
Senior Sailor of the Quarter- Q1 2026
Senior Sailor of the Quarter- Q2 2025
Affiliations
Combat Veteran Motorcycle Association - 2023-Present. Volunteers within the Veteran Community.