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Ryan Whittington

Summary

Successful Veteran Helicopter Mechanic offering 6 years of expertise in aviation systems repairs and maintenance. Focused on following safety protocols while inspecting aircraft and completing repairs by replacing and adjusting equipment and components. Team-oriented communicator with professional demeanor and drive to help teammates, supervisors and customers.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Chinook Helicopter Maintainer

US Army
05.2018 - 05.2024
  • Logged maintenance notes regarding status of aircraft repairs.
  • Followed safety procedures while analyzing issues and working on aircraft.
  • Performed work in adherence with aviation regulations and protocols.
  • Completed repair and maintenance work on 12 aircraft over past 6 years adding up to 700+ hours of work.
  • Removed and installed aircraft subsystem assemblies such as engines, rotors, gearboxes, transmissions, and mechanical flight controls.

Parts Supervisor

US Army
06.2022 - 12.2022
  • Rearranged parts department to better serve changing trends and keep workspaces organized.
  • Ordered parts for aircraft, repair shops, and service departments.
  • Supervised and trained staff on product knowledge and customer service.
  • Developed and implemented new procedures for improving inventory control and reducing time required locating parts by modifying part numbers and locations.

Tool Room Supervisor

US Army
12.2018 - 04.2019
  • Maintained instruments and tools to help team complete maintenance tasks quickly and with accurate outcomes.
  • Kept inventory of hand tools and gauges calibrated for use.
  • Monitored incoming and outgoing tools to track locations.
  • responsible for 5 million dollars worth of tools and military equipment required of aircraft maintenance awarding me with the Army Commendation Medal.

Education

High School Diploma -

North Posey High School
Poseyville, IN
05.2015

Auto Body & Collision Repair - Autobody Repair And Restoration

New Tech Institute
Evansville, IN
05.2015

CH-47 Helicopter Repairer - CH-47 Heavy Lift Airframe

Army Institute For Professional Development U.S. Training Ar
Fort Eustis, VA
12.2018

Skills

  • Critical Thinking
  • Log Repairs
  • Aircraft Forms and Documentation
  • Aircraft Repair and Maintenance
  • Aircraft Inspections
  • Team Leadership
  • Communication

Timeline

Parts Supervisor

US Army
06.2022 - 12.2022

Tool Room Supervisor

US Army
12.2018 - 04.2019

Chinook Helicopter Maintainer

US Army
05.2018 - 05.2024

High School Diploma -

North Posey High School

Auto Body & Collision Repair - Autobody Repair And Restoration

New Tech Institute

CH-47 Helicopter Repairer - CH-47 Heavy Lift Airframe

Army Institute For Professional Development U.S. Training Ar
Ryan Whittington