Sylas Smith
Charlotte,United States
Summary
Aviation electronics technician with extensive experience in system troubleshooting and team training within the United States Marine Corps. Demonstrated success in improving operational readiness of F-35C aircraft through effective problem-solving and cryptographic management. Recognized for delivering impactful training programs and maintaining high standards in secure environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Aviation Electronics Technician
United States Marine Corps
Lemoore, United States
11.2020 - 11.2025
- Led personnel in repairing avionics discrepancies, including life sustainment inspections, aircraft software upgrades, and various systems such as AN/APG-81 radar, IFF, distributed aperture system, electro-optical targeting, TACAN, radio communications, electronic countermeasures, and weapons release checks.
- Proficient in troubleshooting complex issues with F-35C aircraft, employing critical thinking and theory of operations to promptly identify and rectify problems while ensuring both performance excellence and safety compliance.
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled inspections to verify flight readiness of F-35C aircraft.
- Delivered training on F-35C theories of operation and troubleshooting methods, enhancing team competence and mission effectiveness.
- Oversaw material control of support equipment, ensuring efficient utilization and maintenance to support operational readiness.
- Maintained an active Secret Security Clearance, enabling access to sensitive operational data.
- 2+Years SAP (Special Access Program) Experience
- Skills & Experience: System Troubleshooting, COMSEC/OPSEC experience with classified material, Schematics Understanding, Experience working in high-security environments, Software Programming, Training and Mentoring, ALIS (Autonomic Logistics Information System) working knowledge & maintenance documentation, Cryptographic Key Management, Problem Solving
Education
F-35B/C Avionics Technical “C” School - Avionics
Naval Technical School
Eglin AFB, FL10-2021
High School Diploma -
Forestview High School
Gastonia, NC06-2020
Aviation Electrician’s Mate Class A1 - Avionics
Naval Aviation Technical Training Center
Pensacola, FL06-2021
Skills
- Schematic interpretation
- Component testing
- System troubleshooting
- Software development
- Cryptographic management
- Problem solving
- Training and mentoring
Experience Years
5+ Years
Security Clearance
Active “Secret” Security Clearance
Certification
CompTIA Security+ Certification Date Completed: Jan2026
Accomplishments
National Defense Service Medal Nov2020
Timeline
Aviation Electronics Technician
United States Marine Corps
11.2020 - 11.2025
F-35B/C Avionics Technical “C” School - Avionics
Naval Technical School
High School Diploma -
Forestview High School
Aviation Electrician’s Mate Class A1 - Avionics
Naval Aviation Technical Training Center