William Bland
Maben,MS
Summary
- Seasoned aviation maintenance test pilot familiar with aircraft systems, operations, and safety. Successful background diagnosing problems and completing repairs on AH-64D, aircraft.
- Meticulous Test Pilot commended for performing quality maintenance under immense pressure with fast turnaround. Offering nine years of comprehensive experience in performing aircraft inspections, including basic post-flight, thru-flight, and pre-flight inspections. In-depth knowledge of aviation operations.
- Skilled Aircraft pilot knowledgeable in all areas of the AH-64D helicopter. Adept at performing in-process and final aircraft inspections with a commitment to unfailing accuracy and safety.
- Organized, dependable, and successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
- Conducted test flights and maintenance operational checks according to the regulations both at home station and out of state.
- Helps support maintenance for the 1108th TASG with post-phase test flights and maintenance operation checks.
- Conducted two successful NTC rotations as a single test pilot and unit maintenance officer.
- Work as a unit trainer in both the maintenance field and tactile environment.
- Serves as a federal technician 40 hours a week.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
AH-64D Maintenance Test Pilot/Maintenace Officer
Army Aviation Support Facility #2
Tupelo, Mississippi
03.2013 - Current
- Resolved day-to-day operational issues to reach short- and long-term performance goals.
- Investigated and diagnosed causes of breakdowns and developed programs and solutions to reduce or eliminate future occurrences.
- Interacted with employees to seek input on process and equipment improvement.
- Monitored safety compliance to maintain strict standards and protect team members from harm.
- Contributed to the development, implementation, and execution of maintenance programs.
- Organized ongoing maintenance schedules to boost system performance.
- Trained new soldiers and workers to improve efficiency of department and cultivate productive work atmosphere.
- Evaluated final results to determine quality levels and isolate root causes of any identified faults.
- Conduct maintenance test flights and maintenance operational checks on the AH-64D attack helicopter.
- Works as a unit trainer in providing maintenance classes and tactical training in the AH-64D.
- Mentors young mechanics and pilots by providing professional development both in and out of the uniform.
- Work as a unit trainer in developing gunnery and combat skills in the AH-64D.
- Works 40 hours a week as a federal technician.
Active-Duty Military
US Army
Enterprise, AL
01.2009 - 09.2011
- Attended active duty training for rotary-wing aviation, professional development, and leadership courses.
Skilled Laborer and Machine Operator
Kloeckner Metals
Louisville, MS
02.2007 - 11.2009
- Demonstrated safe and proper operation of equipment and tools to prevent harm to team members.
- Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to worksite locations and organized for expected needs.
- Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency.
- Learned and developed skills as a welder.
Education
Aviation
AH-64D Maintenance Officer Course
Ft. Rucker AL02.2015
Aviation Maintenance
Aviation Maintenance Test Pilot Course
Ft. Rucker AL12.2014
Aviation
High Altitude Power Management Course
Eagle, CO05.2013
Aviation
Unit Movement Officer Course
Little Rock, AR01.2013
Aviation
Aviation Life Support Equipment Course
Ft. Rucker AL12.2012
Aviation
Flight School 21
Ft. Rucker AL09.2011
Organizational Leadership
Warrior Leadership Course
Camp Shelby, MS09.2009
Aviation
Aviation Operations Specialist Course
Ft. Rucker, AL06.2006
Military
Basic Combat Skills Course
Ft. Benning, GA04.2006
Associate of Science - Business
North West MS Community Colledge
Senatobia, MS05.2005
High School Diploma -
Starkville Academy
Starkville, MS05.2004
Skills
- Schedule Preparation
- Personnel Management
- Work Estimation
- Worker Training
- Safety Compliance
- Team Collaboration
- Job Prioritizing
- Assignment Delegation
- Employee Safety Training
- Visual Inspection
- Standards Conformance
- Employee Motivation
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Professional Communication
- Dependable and Consistent
- Attention to Detail
- Sound Judgment
Timeline
AH-64D Maintenance Test Pilot/Maintenace Officer
Army Aviation Support Facility #2
03.2013 - Current
Active-Duty Military
US Army
01.2009 - 09.2011
Skilled Laborer and Machine Operator
Kloeckner Metals
02.2007 - 11.2009
Aviation
AH-64D Maintenance Officer Course
Aviation Maintenance
Aviation Maintenance Test Pilot Course
Aviation
High Altitude Power Management Course
Aviation
Unit Movement Officer Course
Aviation
Aviation Life Support Equipment Course
Aviation
Flight School 21
Organizational Leadership
Warrior Leadership Course
Aviation
Aviation Operations Specialist Course
Military
Basic Combat Skills Course
Associate of Science - Business
North West MS Community Colledge
High School Diploma -
Starkville Academy