Tom Belew
Corpus Christi,TX
Summary
Results-driven professional known for high standards and commitment to excellence. Successfully resolved wide range of technical issues, ensuring seamless operation and customer satisfaction. Highly collaborative team player with focus on meeting objectives and adapting to changing needs. Skilled in diagnostics, troubleshooting, and hands-on repairs with the ability to read, interpret, and teach Technical Data, blueprints, drawings, and DMWR procedures. Military and Civilian Educated and Skilled in Management and Leadership
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Aircraft Mechanical Parts Repairer Supervisor WS-10
Corpus Christi Army Depot
Corpus Christi, TX
09.2022 - Current
- Plans subordinates work assignments, equipment usage, facilities management, and materials based on general work schedule deadlines, priorities, methods, and policies set by higher level management;
- Participates with leadership in the planning of current and future work schedules, staffing needs, estimates, and recommendations to scheduling projected work
- Coordinates work with supporting or related work functions controlled by other supervisors while determining the number and types of workers needed to accomplish specific projects
- Determines how many assignments can be done concurrently, which ones can be delayed and the number and types of employees needed, considering skills, personnel, material, and equipment available and required;
- Redirects individual workers and resources to accomplish unanticipated work and/or equipment failure, etc.;
- Informs the leadership of the need to review work schedules and re-estimates labor and other resources;
- Assigns work to employees and provides technical direction and/or assistance in accomplishing the work.
- Observes work in progress, investigates work related problems (e.g., excessive costs, low productivity, workload imbalance, space rearrangement, and acquisition or development of specialized tools, etc.), and determines causes;
- Implements corrective actions within their authority to resolve work problems;
- Recommends acquisition of specialized equipment and tools;
- Resolves staffing, engineering requirements, and work operations problems.
- Recommends solutions to coordination problems between work operation and other production and support organizations to include request for support services from line and/or staff operations (e.g., work measurement, engineering, production control, civilian personnel, etc.).
- Establishes/Revises standard operating procedures for the work operation;
- Plans and established overall leave schedules;
- Determines training needs of subordinates and arranges for its accomplishment;
- Counsels employees on performance; sets performance standards, and makes formal appraisals of subordinates’ work performance;
- Interviews candidates for vacancies and recommends employee(s) for promotion or reassignments; reviews job descriptions for currency and accuracy and makes necessary changes;
- Reports detailing of employees to jobs other than their own; counsels employees on problems and adjust informal complaints through discussions with employee(s) and union representatives.
- Initiates proposals for formal disciplinary action as needed.
- May serves as management representative at hearings, meetings, and negotiations involving labor-management relations.
- Promotes positive work environment and the participation of employees in such programs as he suggests program cost reduction.
- Maintains production reports and records.
- Assures that equal employment opportunity in accordance with DA and local policies.
- Controls all property for the unit supervised; serves as the hand receipt holder; takes necessary action to assure the proper care, custody and use of property and the maintenance of appropriate property records.
- Assures that safety and housekeeping practices are observed.
Engine Disassembly Mechanic WG-09
Corpus Christi Army Depot
Corpus Christi, TX
12.2019 - 09.2022
- Assists in quality audits and process reviews and provides input to recommendations for corrective actions and/or improvements in quality requirements.
- Acting lead for branch assists the supervisor in workload planning and meeting schedule for shop.
- As acting lead for branch assists other employees with time entry and correction as well as CAMS inputs to finish jobs.
- Inspects products and information for quality requirements when testing/proving procedures for pilot overhauls, prototyping, and DMWR verifications.
- Completes inspections of a special nature in response to special notices, trend indicators, etc. to obtain and report information concerning actual or suspected deficiencies
- Has a comprehensive knowledge of methods and techniques, tools and equipment used in repairing, modifying or overhauling aircraft turbine engines and associated components, parts, assemblies and accessories.
- Has knowledge of quality methods and techniques to determine serviceability and prepare report of findings.
- Skilled in reading and interpreting technical instructions, quality/work procedures, engineering drawings, and other technical references.
- Skilled in the set-up and use of many precision measurement and test equipment such as micrometers, dial indicators, calipers and torque wrenches
- Accomplishes assignments independently or by leading a team, using initiative and judgment to interpret guidelines and instructions.
- Ensures security, proper use, and inventory of all equipment for which personally responsible.
Aircraft Mechanic WG-10
Corpus Christi Army Depot
Corpus Christi, TX
03.2019 - 12.2019
- Performs maintenance and inspection work on-site on rotary wing aircraft systems, subsystems and their components.
- Performs maintenance tasks, coarse and fine alignments and adjustments on engine fuel controls and flight controls in order to accomplish comprehensive and precise rigging
- Functionally checks and troubleshoots systems, subsystems, and/or components to detect malfunctions within a particular assembly.
- Installs and aligns fuselage and airframe parts.
- Diagnoses failures, malfunctions, leaks, improper operating, etc.
- Performs repairs, replacement, and modifications to isolate and correct all discrepancies or malfunctions on assembly, ground operations
- Proficient in CAMS, ESS, and LMP systems
- Able to easily navigate Tech Data on CCAD Intranet
- Independently performs the above on aircraft singular and integrated systems to diagnose and isolate systems, subsystem, or component malfunctions, using standard and special test equipment.
General Mechanic I
Amentum(AECOM/DynCorp International/ Vinnell Arabia)
Corpus Christi, TX
07.2018 - 03.2019
- Performs a wide range of maintenance and inspection work on rotary wing aircraft systems, subsystems and their components.
- Performs maintenance tasks, coarse and fine alignments, adjustments on engine fuel controls and flight controls in order to accomplish comprehensive and precise rigging.
- Accomplishes complex and comprehensive dimension, of rotary wing aircraft and major assemblies maintenance
- Updates aircraft and component historical data forms in accordance with technical references.
- Assist other trades on aircraft to isolate and correct malfunctions in systems, subsystems, components, etc.
Aircraft Powertrain Repairer/Lead/Trainer
Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia
02.2016 - 06.2018
- Primarily responsible for supervising, inspecting and performing maintenance on aircraft powertrain systems in Saudi Inventory
- Worked as lead powertrain repairer/trainer for 13 employees on 21E Model Apaches, 24 L Model and S92 model Blackhawks, 18 M Model Blackhawks, and 23 6-SI helicopters
- Performed various tests and diagnostics on powertrain systems and components to ensure movement and serviceability for safety of flight
- Worked as a Blackhawk aircraft mechanic working on complete aircraft systems and components.
- Trained 20 employees in proper work methods to comply with applicable regulations
- Repair, install, replace, troubleshoot and function check all components installed on aircraft.
- Conducted on-the-job training and direct the work of 15 lower graded mechanics, and local national soldiers in proper maintenance and record keeping as a powertrain repairer.
- Ensured all aircraft log book entries were complete and correct for all aircraft within program.
- Performed sheet metal repairs to airframes.
- Go to employee for questions regarding procedures, policies, written instructions, and other directives.
- Checked work in progress and for compliance with instructions on work sequence, procedures methods, and deadlines.
- Ensures that needed blueprints, materials, and tools were available, and that needed stock was obtained from supply locations.
- Examine and evaluate components and systems for serviceability and/or level of repair needed.
- Coordinated the work of other journeyman-level workers in other trades to work simultaneously on the aircraft
- Assisted test flight crew during operational checks and test flights.
- Production Control Representative for all of back shops in meetings to inform on problems that arise and provide information to the supervisor on status and progress of work, causes of delays and overall work operations and problems.
- Created and monitored work orders from start to finish to be sure all work was done in accordance with all tech data and tracked in ULLS-A.
- As PC rep coordinated maintenance and records on 21 E model Apaches, 24 L Model and S92 Model Blackhawks, 18 M Model Blackhawks, and 23 6-SI helicopters. Ensuring proper maintenance procedures, records and forms completed safely and correctly and in a timely manner.
- Assisted crew chief for startup, ground and flight operations, shutdown, and emergency procedures for the systems and the aircraft
- Brigade POL Program Manager ordering, maintaining, and ensuring safe usage of over 400 different POL items without accident or incident.
- Inventoried 3 battalions and ensured SDS compliance and proper handling, storage, and tracking of all POL.
- Provides assistance to inspectors and shop personnel concerning work operations or to correct deficiencies and train others, when required, in this work.
- Review Daily work load and prepare thorough reports and spot check work of employees
- Worked as the Back shops supervisor, overseeing 35 employees across 9 specialties (Sheet metal, Engine, Electronics, Hydraulics, Avionics, TMDE, Machinist, AGSE and, NDI) Distributing work instructions and assigning immediate tasks to be performed by individual members of the group.
- Monitors work done by all specialties assigned to ensure correct work and paperwork for all repairs done.
- As supervisor and POL rep passed two AS9110 inspections without any findings.
- Assisted maintenance test flight crewmembers during maintenance operational checks (MOCs) and maintenance test flight (MTFs) procedures.
- Insured serial numbers of aircraft components match and meet serviceability and technical requirements for the program
- Insured subsystems and components are operating within prescribed limits and tolerances using external power sources, powered ground equipment, or functional tests.
- Worked as Powertrain Repairer and cross-trained as a UH-60 General Mechanic
- Led the completion of 7 PMI -2, 1 PMI -1, and 2 48 Month inspections on Lima model Blackhawks
- Conducted scheduled and unscheduled maintenance as required
- Created and maintained parts and material lists for rotor and drive train systems
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of aircraft systems, the ability to troubleshoot and the skills needed to efficiently operate test equipment used to maintain aircraft performance.
- Analyzed and inspected rotary wing transmissions and gear boxes to determine serviceability of components
- Updated aircraft and component historical records in accordance with technical references
Terminal Manager
Arguinedui Oil
Beeville, TX
05.2015 - 01.2016
- Coordinate, direct, and supervise all activities in the terminal
- Plan and direct operations, including the measuring of freight and choosing the lifts and crates that will be used to move freight
- Responsible for ensuring working conditions are safe and trucks and other equipment meet safety and mechanical requirements for DOT compliance.
- Handle customer complaints as well as interact with truck drivers and other terminal staff
- Verifying and reviewing records of incoming goods, bills of lading, dispatch destinations and the number of trucks and drivers available
- Assign responsibilities to employees
- Develop an efficient, effective and flexible schedule to ensure delivery of goods to clients in a timely manner while saving company money and helping maintain a good reputation
- Keeps a schedule for drivers to know when a driver reaches maximum driving time
- Oversaw training programs for drivers, terminal workers, office staff and other employees on safety processes and company guidelines
- Responsible for ensuring that the terminal complies with a variety of federal and state laws that regulate the trucking and transportation industry
- Ensure drivers are aware of and comply with federal and state regulations
Aircraft Powertrain Repairer
US Army
10.2005 - 02.2015
- Supervised/lead 30 Army personnel in six different specialties (powertrain, hydraulic, engine, airframe, avionics, and electrical)
- Supervised, Monitored and Conducted preventative maintenance checks on many aircraft platforms
- Trained to disassemble, repair, reassemble, adjust, balance and align all components of Powertrain systems on 5 rotary wing platforms (UH-60 (A-M), CH-47, AH-64, OH-58, UH-1)
- Worked on Fielding and Testing team for first five M-model UH-60’s in Army inventory
- Instructed over 40 soldiers in aviation maintenance procedures, safety procedures, and required paperwork to adhere to army standards and requirements.
- Maintained 100+ aircraft including UH-60, CH-47, AH-64, and OH-58 ensuring flight readiness and safety
- Taught shop, hangar operating procedures and aviation safety regulations to incoming soldiers and reoccurring training to maintain army standards
- Restructured tool room with a value over $1,000,000 while maintaining and managing it with 100% accountability of all items
- Documents all faults, repairs, and other actions in ULLSA/ACN maintenance systems IAW Army regulations
- Twice sorted, catalogued, and managed bench stock worth $750,000
- While deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan combat units established operational tempos that were once thought unsustainable. Changing the operational possibilities and tempo at which missions could be planned and executed.
- Performed 100+ Phases on multiple platforms with 50% being on UH-60
- Has strong knowledge of aircraft systems, can troubleshoot and possesses the skills needed to efficiently operate test equipment used to maintain aircraft performance.
- Ensured all shop, hangar operating procedures and aviation safety regulations were followed at all times without incident.
- Scheduled maintenance and ensured all maintenance was conducted in accordance with proper manuals and techniques.
- Performed as the Unit armorer maintained over $500,000 worth of weapons and tactical optical equipment without loss
- Ensured all safety equipment was inspected and maintained to ensure safety of personnel 100% flight safety maintained
- Conducts Aviation Unit Level Maintenance (AVUM) operations including diagnoses, troubleshooting, and initiating repairs.
- Ordered, maintained and disposed of lubricants ensuring proper handling of hazardous materials
- Coordinated scheduling and repair of aircraft as a Production Control Rep to ensure timely repairs and safety of flight.
Education
Coastal Bend College
Organizational Leader Development Course - undefined
Action officer Development Course - undefined
Supervisor Development Course - undefined
Management Development Course - undefined
CCAD Precision Measurement and Blue Print Class - undefined
Structure Self Development (SSD) - undefined
Ft. Bliss TX
TX01-2012
Aircraft Powertrain Repairer - undefined
Ft. Eustis VA
VA01-2005
Diploma - undefined
A.C. Jones High School
01-1998
Skills
- Windows, XP, 2000, 2003, Office proficient
- Workplace safety
- Troubleshooting expertise
- Blueprint interpretation
- Mechanical aptitude
- Customer service
- Safety requirements
- Safety management
- Inventory management
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Maintenance records
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Written communication
- Time management abilities
- ISO 9000 and 14001 processes knowledge
Timeline
Aircraft Mechanical Parts Repairer Supervisor WS-10
Corpus Christi Army Depot
09.2022 - Current
Engine Disassembly Mechanic WG-09
Corpus Christi Army Depot
12.2019 - 09.2022
Aircraft Mechanic WG-10
Corpus Christi Army Depot
03.2019 - 12.2019
General Mechanic I
Amentum(AECOM/DynCorp International/ Vinnell Arabia)
07.2018 - 03.2019
Aircraft Powertrain Repairer/Lead/Trainer
Saudi Arabia
02.2016 - 06.2018
Terminal Manager
Arguinedui Oil
05.2015 - 01.2016
Aircraft Powertrain Repairer
US Army
10.2005 - 02.2015
Organizational Leader Development Course - undefined
Action officer Development Course - undefined
Supervisor Development Course - undefined
Management Development Course - undefined
CCAD Precision Measurement and Blue Print Class - undefined
Structure Self Development (SSD) - undefined
Ft. Bliss TX
Aircraft Powertrain Repairer - undefined
Ft. Eustis VA
Diploma - undefined
A.C. Jones High School
Coastal Bend College