Tim Knefel
Austin
Summary
Hardworking aircraft mechanic with excellent knowledge of maintenance, and an ability to collaborate well with pilots, inspectors, and fellow mechanics to safely and effectively support aviation operations.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
UH-60 Crewchief
U.S. Army Texas national guard
Austin
05.2020 - Current
- Flew as part of the aircrew, providing in-flight support, including systems monitoring, cargo handling, and crew coordination.
- Performed "in the field" inspections of aircraft and critical components after precautionary landings to effectively determine whether an aircraft is safe for continued operation, what maintenance, if any, would be required, and an accurate list of parts, tools, equipment, and personnel would be required for components requiring more extensive repairs.
- Trained and supervised junior maintenance personnel, ensuring adherence to safety procedures and technical standards.
Aircraft Mechanic
Austin Army Aviation Support Facility
Austin
06.2019 - Current
- Heavy maintenance team member performing Phase inspections, 48 month inspections, complete helicopter rigs, and all heavy unscheduled maintenance required (main rotor head, tail rotor assembly, drive shaft, and engine replacement)
- Rapid and safe aircraft preparation for launch and recovery, including preflight inspections, servicing of components as required, positioning aircraft onto the flight line, post-flight inspections, and required maintenance for continued full mission capability.
- Executed flight line maintenance to ensure aircraft readiness and operational safety.
Skills
- Ability to search and adhere to maintenance manuals, and document maintenance
- Unit corrosion monitor
- Team supervision, training, and development
Certification
- Airframe and Powerplant License
References
Seth Pruse, TxDOT Aircraft Mechanic
254-394-5017
Brad Gerstenberger, TxDOT Aircraft Mechanic
512-934-3821
Timeline
UH-60 Crewchief
U.S. Army Texas national guard
05.2020 - Current
Aircraft Mechanic
Austin Army Aviation Support Facility
06.2019 - Current
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