WALTER T. SMITH
Ozark,USA
Summary
Competence in organization, prioritizing and working under timely constraints. Highly skilled: in working independently, multi-tasking and participating in a team effort. Extremely motivated with strong work ethics and exceptional attention to detail. Hardworking professional experienced in field and ready for challenging assignments. Reliable in completing quality work and exceeding expectations.
Overview
46
46
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Hogan Truck Leasing
Springfield, MO
12.2021 - Current
- Perform maintenance duties on semi-trucks and trailers. Includes heavy PM services and repairs on cummings and Detroit engines, transmissions, drive axles, air brake systems. Interior and exterior cab and frame repairs. IAW Department of transportation regulations.
KC 130J CSE Mechanic
Vertex Aerospace
, Kuwait
12.2020 - 11.2021
- Company Overview: (Kuwait)
- Maintenance and repair to the following systems and components but are not limited to: GSE electrical and mechanical units, hydraulic test stands, mobile electric Powerplants, compressor, gas, and turbine engines. ACFT air start units, ACFT towing tugs, ACFT 10-ton and 30-ton Hyd jacks. IAW (NAVAIR) 4790 work order program system
- (Kuwait)
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Aersale
Goodyear, USA
10.2020 - 12.2020
- Company Overview: in Goodyear Arizona
- Performed Dry desert storage and preservation and Full on-site MRO and reconfiguration, duties included, PM maintenance and flight control cables inspections Lubrication, and power on checks on Acft: Commercial - Airbus A319/A320, Commercial - Boeing B737/B757/B767/B777, Commercial - McDonald-Douglass -MD-80
- In Goodyear Arizona
Deputy Site Manager
DynCorp
, Kuwait
01.2017 - 03.2020
- Company Overview: DIFZ, Kuwait
- Aviation ground support equipment reset site repair facility for all GSE equipment in theater
- DIFZ, Kuwait
Lead Technical Inspector
DynCorp
, Kuwait
01.2017 - 03.2020
- Company Overview: DIFZ, Kuwait
- Provide lead technical Ti support at Bagram Tamp AGSE and for all Fobs in Afghanistan.
- DIFZ, Kuwait
Lead Technical Inspector
L3 Communication
, Afghanistan
08.2010 - 04.2012
- Excepted lead / Technical inspector position for Aviation ground support equipment repair shop, currently in Afghanistan; provide technical Ti/lead support to build up and run fobs in Afghanistan for Tamp AGSE personnel and Equipment in close support with the AMCOM AGSE PM program.
Aviation Ground Support Technician
L3 Vertex
Iraq / Afghanistan
03.2008 - 08.2010
- (Iraq/Afghanistan) (AGSE) proficient in troubleshoot, repair, modify, test and maintain, aviation ground support equipment. To include technical inspection and sign off red X status after repairs completed by team members. On Turbine & diesel and gasoline engines. Generators, aircraft ground power unit, (AGPU) aircraft pressure wash systems AWS, TEWS. Load tests on aircraft jacks and slings using calibrated test stands and scales. As well as John deer tractors, flight line vehicles ATV, s gators 4x4, 4x6 Polaris4x4, 4x6, tug Cranes 7.5 ton (SCAMP) self generated nitrogen servicing cart (SGNSC / GANG) self-implemented previous 5s and lean training to reduce waist and lower the cost to the company and better the FOD control program.
Aviation Maintenance Technician
Boeing Company
Mesa, USA
11.2004 - 03.2008
- Apache Reset program at Williams Gateway Airport in Mesa, AZ. perform phase maintenance on the AH-64A and AH-64D model aircraft, utilizing aviation ground support equipment, (AGSE) special tools, technical manuals and the IETM. I am also involved in our self-directed work team and the Boeing Ethics, 5s and lean training. To reduce waist, and lower the cost to the company and better the FOD control program.
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Northrop Grumman
Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, AZ
03.2003 - 10.2004
- Performed reclamation tasks on storage aircraft, removing usable parts to put back into the military supply system, i.e., avionics equipment, engines, APU's and various special projects such as center fuel tanks, wing and tail section removal in preparation for overland shipment. Experienced on A-1 Skyraider, A-3 Skywarrior, A-4 Skyhawk, F-4 Phantom II, F-16 Fighting Falcon, F/A-18 Hornet, P-3 Orion, C-5 Galaxy, C-130 Hercules, KC-135 Stratotanker, and C-141 Starlifter aircraft.
Aircraft Electrician
Bombardier Aerospace (Learjet)
Tucson, USA
07.2000 - 09.2002
- Installed electrical/communication modifications on Learjet 45 and 60 series aircraft using prints, manuals and engineering drawings to customer specifications.
Security Officer / Supervisor
Pinkerton Security Services
Mesa, USA
08.1998 - 05.1999
- Performed onsite security for the AT&T complex, employees, building and company property. through use of video cameras/foot patrols. Monitored fire alarm panel and coordinated with local law enforcement and fire officials. Vigilance prevented approximately $65,000 in computer laptop thefts.
Trainer
United States Army National Guard
Tucson, USA
12.1979 - 09.1997
- Implemented training programs for assigned employees on Aircraft inspections, flight line safety, electronic test equipment, aircraft technical manuals, wire schematics and aircraft on-board computers.
- Supervisor Ensured all necessary inspections repairs were accomplished prior to flight.
- Maintained open communications between senior supervisors, personnel and flight crew members on aircraft discrepancies that might compromise the safety of the aircraft, crew or passengers. Established work and training schedules for assigned personnel.
- Performed Quality Control Inspection on assigned aircraft and personnel accomplishing the maintenance. Updated and maintained aircraft records.
Electronic Technician
Arizona Army National Guard - Civil Service
Tucson, USA
07.1986 - 09.1996
- Maintained Army attack helicopter weapon systems, on AH-1S Cobra and AH-64A Apache helicopters. Utilized aviation ground support equipment (AGSE) and all available technical manuals, aircraft system schematics, on-board computer and bore sighting test equipment(CBHK) for Hellfire missile, ammo feed and area weapon systems.
Education
Diploma - AH-64A Apache Helicopter Weapon Systems Training and Missile System Repair Course
Aircraft Armament / Missile System Repair Course 68JX1
Fort Eustis, VA10.1991
Common Core - Common Core for Noncommissioned Officers, Effective Communication Skills, Basic Advanced Leadership and Military Subjects
United States Army
Fort Eustis, VA01.1991
Non Commission Officers Course - Battle Skills Course
United States Army
Little Rock, AR01.1985
Skills
- AH-64A Apache Helicopter electrical/mechanical Systems Repair
- Depot Repair
- Inspections
- Quality Control
- Ground support equipment repair
- Interpret Schematics
- Interpret Technical Manuals
- Calibrated test equipment
- Troubleshooting Electronic Systems
- Troubleshooting Hydraulic Systems
- Troubleshooting mechanical systems
- Hazardous Materials disposal
- Aviation ground support equipment (AGSE) repair
- Maintain AGSE
- Modify AGSE
- Troubleshoot AGSE
- Aviation/shop supply system
- Order shop parts
- Maintain shop parts accountability control
- Implementing company policies
- Following company policies
- 5s training
- Lean training
- FOD control programs
- Hydraulic systems
- Electrical systems
- Preventive maintenance
- Technical training
- Attention to detail
- Reporting and documentation
- Undercarriage maintenance
- Wiring systems
- Pneumatic systems
Training
- Aviation Logistics, U.S. Army
- Drug and Alcohol Awareness training
- U.S. Army Supervisor and Leadership courses
- U.S. Army Technical Schools (Basic/Advanced)
- Equal Opportunity, Treatment Sensitivity and Hazardous Waste and Materials
- Race Relation training
References
Provided upon request
Qualifications Summary
- Competence in organization, prioritizing and working under timely constraints.
- Highly skilled in working independently, multi-tasking and participating in a team effort.
- Extremely motivated with strong work ethics and exceptional attention to detail.
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Hogan Truck Leasing
12.2021 - Current
KC 130J CSE Mechanic
Vertex Aerospace
12.2020 - 11.2021
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Aersale
10.2020 - 12.2020
Deputy Site Manager
DynCorp
01.2017 - 03.2020
Lead Technical Inspector
DynCorp
01.2017 - 03.2020
Lead Technical Inspector
L3 Communication
08.2010 - 04.2012
Aviation Ground Support Technician
L3 Vertex
03.2008 - 08.2010
Aviation Maintenance Technician
Boeing Company
11.2004 - 03.2008
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Northrop Grumman
03.2003 - 10.2004
Aircraft Electrician
Bombardier Aerospace (Learjet)
07.2000 - 09.2002
Security Officer / Supervisor
Pinkerton Security Services
08.1998 - 05.1999
Electronic Technician
Arizona Army National Guard - Civil Service
07.1986 - 09.1996
Trainer
United States Army National Guard
12.1979 - 09.1997
Diploma - AH-64A Apache Helicopter Weapon Systems Training and Missile System Repair Course
Aircraft Armament / Missile System Repair Course 68JX1
Common Core - Common Core for Noncommissioned Officers, Effective Communication Skills, Basic Advanced Leadership and Military Subjects
United States Army
Non Commission Officers Course - Battle Skills Course
United States Army