Ty Allen
Alamogordo
Summary
Dynamic operations leader and technical expert with over a decade of experience in the United States Air Force managing aircraft propulsion system maintenance. Proven track record in overseeing multi-million dollar assets, leading large cross-functional teams, and optimizing maintenance workflows to exceed production targets. Expert in complex systems diagnostics and "First-Time-Right" quality control, seeking to leverage extensive leadership and technical background in a SkillBridge partnership with ________.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Test Cell Non-Commissioned Officer In Charge
USAF
Holloman Air Force Base
03.2025 - Current
- Directed performance testing for 45 jet engines, maintaining a 200% readiness level and ensuring zero delays for a fleet of 81 aircraft valued at $1.7B.
- Managed maintenance and upgrades for two A/F37T-10 testing facilities (Hush Houses) valued at $10M, ensuring 100% equipment availability for 24/7 operations.
- Appointed to the Wing Inspection Team (WIT); audited 4 separate programs and 3 large-scale exercises to identify and correct 10 compliance discrepancies.
- Orchestrated cross-functional training for fire suppression systems, increasing technical qualifications across installation by 77%.
JEIM Expediter
USAF
Holloman Air Force Base
12.2022 - 02.2025
- Orchestrated maintenance workflows for 56 military and civilian personnel, overseeing the repair and overhaul of 92 F100-PW-220 engines valued at $294.4M.
- Led the section to a 200% target serviceable rate by managing 13,000+ maintenance actions, resulting in the sections' "Large Team of the Year" win.
- Implemented a new engine critical area checklist that achieved a 97% first-pass yield and eliminated $8.9K in re-test costs per engine.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to draft new turbine bearing repair procedures, saving 80 man-hours annually and reducing long-term maintenance costs.
F-16 Propulsion Craftsman
USAF
Aviano AB
10.2019 - 11.2022
- Directed an 8-person cross-functional team across 34 international missions, successfully demonstrating the Wing’s first Agile Combat Employment (ACE) capability.
- Pinpointed and repaired a complex in-flight auto-transfer malfunction by identifying a defective generator and harness, maintaining an 89% mission-capable rate.
- Hand-selected for the "Master-Tech" initiative; achieved 100% certification across 4 aviation maintenance disciplines and 829 technical tasks, earning recognition as the Group’s lead qualified technician.
- Mentored and certified 7 personnel on advanced borescope techniques and 20 7-level tasks, increasing department qualification levels by 24% and saving 200+ man-hours in engine recoveries.
Aerospace Propulsion Craftsman
USAF
Osan AB
08.2018 - 09.2019
- Executed 11 engine removals and installations with zero defects, earning recognition on the Quality Assurance (QA) Honor Roll.
- Performed complex functional checks on fuel, oil, and ignition systems to isolate malfunctions and verify system integrity for flight-critical operations.
- Pinpointed a critical engine "no-start" condition; isolated and replaced a defective exciter box, ensuring a 100% on-time phase flow for 400-hour inspections.
- Orchestrated over 2.5K maintenance actions on F110-GE-100 engines, sustaining a high-tempo flying hour program for 25+ F-16 aircraft.
Aerospace Propulsion Journeyman
USAF
Whiteman Air Force Base
06.2015 - 07.2018
- Qualified on specialized Low Observable (LO) tasks to repair 19 engine inlet delaminations, reducing repair backlogs and shortening turnaround times by 25%.
- Identified and corrected 13 missing IGV ring bushings during an engine acceptance inspection; authored a Deficiency Report (DR) that boosted fleet readiness by 20%.
- Configured $8.4M in engines and equipment for rapid airlift, ensuring 100% mission readiness for an international Bomber Assurance and Deterrence (BAAD) deployment.
- Served as a key member of a Test Cell correlation team, performing fire guard duties and gas path calibrations to complete a 23-year facility project.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Aviation Maintenance Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL05-2021
Skills
- Production operations management
- Cross-functional team leadership
- Asset lifecycle management
- Technical mentorship and development
- MRO operations
- Engine test cell operations
- Complex troubleshooting
- Technical data interpretation
- QA and inspection
- FOD program management
- Regulatory compliance (FAA/OSHA/EPA)
- Hazardous materials handling
- Lean Six Sigma methodologies
- Data system analytics (IMDS/G081)
- Inventory control accountability
Certification
Secret Security Clearance - DoW, 2015
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Test Cell Non-Commissioned Officer In Charge
USAF
03.2025 - Current
JEIM Expediter
USAF
12.2022 - 02.2025
F-16 Propulsion Craftsman
USAF
10.2019 - 11.2022
Aerospace Propulsion Craftsman
USAF
08.2018 - 09.2019
Aerospace Propulsion Journeyman
USAF
06.2015 - 07.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Aviation Maintenance Technology
Community College of The Air Force