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Vissan Chanthavong

Fresno,CA

Summary

  • Result-driven aviation consultant specializing in operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and strategic planning. Provides expert advice to military and aviation-related organizations to improve performance and ensure safety standards are met. Possesses strong analytical skills and a deep understanding of aviation regulations and industry best practices.
  • Dependable aircraft mechanic with expertise in troubleshooting, testing, and using schematics, blueprints, and technical instructions for sheet metal layout, fabrication, and aircraft part installation/removal.
  • Collaborates with leadership, inspectors, and engineers to ensure compliance with internal sign-offs and product specifications.
  • Demonstrates effective communication skills, both orally and in writing, with the ability to understand and execute verbal and written instructions.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Advisor

Tech Operations Consulting, LLC
09.2023 - Current
  • Provide strategic consulting services to Active-Duty military aviation, focusing on operational efficiency and cost reduction initiatives. This resulted in a 30% increase in aircraft readiness.
  • Conducted a detailed audit of military operations to ensure compliance with procedures and regulations, resulting in increased aircraft mission readiness.
  • Developed and implemented IMS and training programs for the U.S. Navy squadrons, improving safety performance by 25%.
  • Advised squadron personnel in process improvement and maintained sustainability.

Sheet Metal Mechanic

Tyonek
05.2019 - 08.2023


  • As a skilled technician, I perform maintenance work on the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet aircraft using approved methods. I inspect all work meticulously using aircraft specifications, diagrams, and blueprints to ensure quality standards and overall aircraft integrity.
  • Inspect aircraft structures, including frames, skins, stringers, and spars, for damage such as cracks, breaks, dents, or missing fasteners. Use blueprints to determine necessary repairs.
  • Fabricated and altered aircraft parts at construction sites using calipers, scales, gauges, shears, hammers, punches, pneumatic drills, and associated tools.

Sheet Metal Mechanic

Ingenuity and Purpose
10.2017 - 04.2019
  • Performed scheduled/unscheduled maintenance on UH-60 Black Hawks; read technical instructions and interpret drawings, diagrams, and other approved methods and procedures to determine the nature and extent of repairs in the day-to-day work assignments.
  • Remove, fabricate, form, assemble, and install aircraft parts such as formers, beams, ribs, and skins utilizing calipers, shears, brakes, power tools, air tools, and other authorized equipment provided.
  • Ensures all work is done according to specifications, regulations, and company policies.

Security Leading Chief Petty Officer

U.S. Navy, Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst
08.2013 - 06.2016
  • Effectively led and supervised a team of 32 highly skilled Security personnel, adept at handling complex personnel issues and implementing robust security procedures at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst. With my leadership, we ensured the safety and security of 40,000 onboard personnel with utmost efficiency and precision.
  • Managed security personnel in patrols, enforcing laws and loss prevention. Oversaw physical security.
  • I successfully coordinated more than 500 veterans' funeral honors and 30 civic parade requests for service across Ocean County, NJ, and a portion of Philadelphia with great confidence.

Chief, Air Operations Command (VFA-41/ VFA-147)

U.S. Navy Naval Air Station
10.2010 - 07.2013
  • Directed the flight schedule and maintenance efforts on (12) F/A-18F Super Hornet fighter jets, involving 128 personnel in executing over 10,000 mishap-free flight hours.
  • Managed training requirements for over 180 team members responsible for aircraft flight operations, ensuring 100% compliance and no outstanding training deadlines.
  • I supervised maintenance and training, validated aircraft information, analyzed inspections, maintained personnel records, and ensured timely and efficient completion of work orders.

Education

Associate of Science - Aviation Maintenance

San Joaquin Valley College
Fresno, CA
10-2017

Skills

  • Policy and procedure improvements
  • Time management
  • Critical thinking
  • Analytical thinking
  • Compliance requirements
  • Attention to detail

Timeline

Advisor

Tech Operations Consulting, LLC
09.2023 - Current

Sheet Metal Mechanic

Tyonek
05.2019 - 08.2023

Sheet Metal Mechanic

Ingenuity and Purpose
10.2017 - 04.2019

Security Leading Chief Petty Officer

U.S. Navy, Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst
08.2013 - 06.2016

Chief, Air Operations Command (VFA-41/ VFA-147)

U.S. Navy Naval Air Station
10.2010 - 07.2013

Associate of Science - Aviation Maintenance

San Joaquin Valley College

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