Walker Duane Smith
Savannah,Georgia
Summary
Avionics Mechanic with 5 years of active-duty service in the U.S. Army, specializing in the maintenance, diagnostic testing, and repair of complex electrical, power distribution, and avionics systems supporting mission-critical operations. Extensive experience troubleshooting electrical faults, interpreting technical schematics, performing preventive and corrective maintenance, and utilizing specialized diagnostic equipment to ensure system reliability and operational readiness in demanding, high-pressure, and all-weather environments.
Overview
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Work History
Avionics Mechanic (MOS 15N)
U.S. ARMY
Hunter Army Airfield ( HAAF) Savannah, GA
11.2025 - Current
- performs unit and intermediate maintenance on tactical communications security (COMSEC), communication, navigation, identification friend or foe (IFF) and flight control equipment.
- Chosen to lead Communications-Electronics Command (CECOM) Eagle-M modification team; led system improvements and installation efforts, increasing brigade Blackhawk operational capability by 66% and enhancing mission readiness.
- Diagnosed and repaired avionics systems to ensure operational readiness of aircraft.
- Conducted routine inspections on electronic components to maintain safety standards.
- Reduced troubleshooting time through expert knowledge of schematic diagrams and technical manuals for various avionic systems.
- Performed software updates for onboard computer systems, ensuring up-to-date information for pilots during flights.
Education
High School Diploma -
Locust Grove High School
Locust Grove, GA06-2020
Advanced Individual Training (AIT) - Avionics Mechanic Course
U.S. Army Aviation
Ft Eustis, VABasic Leader Course (BLC) - undefined
U.S. Army Leadership School
FT Bliss, TXSkills
- Technical Skills: Wire Splicing & Schematic Fluency
- Safety & Compliance: PPE Protocols, Risk Mitigation
- Operational Excellence: Emergency Response, Preventative Maintenance, Team Leadership
- Electrical system installation
- Troubleshooting electrical systems
- Fault diagnosis
- Technical problem solving
- Power tools
- Electrical safety procedures
- Mission-critical support
- Field operations support
- Physical Capabilities: Comfortable working at heights, capable of lifting 75 lbs, and proficient in operating heavy machinery/GSE (Ground Support Equipment)
Certification
- First Aid / CPR / CLS Certified
- Class A CDL (Commercial Driver’s License) (In Progress)
Timeline
Avionics Mechanic (MOS 15N)
U.S. ARMY
11.2025 - Current
Advanced Individual Training (AIT) - Avionics Mechanic Course
U.S. Army Aviation
Basic Leader Course (BLC) - undefined
U.S. Army Leadership School
High School Diploma -
Locust Grove High School