Zackary Cornett
Hamilton,OH
Summary
Aircraft Maintenance Technician with 4+ years of experience in the U.S. Air Force, specializing in inspections, maintenance, and repair of the B-52H Stratofortress. Expert in structural, mechanical, and system evaluations to ensure airworthiness and mission readiness. Proven ability to manage high-value assets, oversee teams, and execute inspections under strict deadlines. Maintains 100% accountability for 13,000+ tools and equipment, with zero safety violations. Experienced trainer and supervisor dedicated to developing airmen while sustaining peak operational performance.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
U.S. Air Force Active Duty
Barksdale AFB, LA
12.2021 - 12.2025
- Led and executed 40 phase inspections on the B-52H Stratofortress, ensuring structural, system, and mechanical reliability.
- Supervised teams of maintainers, enabling the completion of 33,000+ maintenance actions and returning 13,500 flight hours to the 2nd Bomb Wing.
- Managed hazardous materials programs, cargo movements, and load validations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Oversaw accountability of 13,000+ tools and equipment, enforcing FOD prevention and tool control.
- Coordinated with quality assurance and production supervisors to maintain compliance with Air Force technical standards.
- Trained and mentored junior maintainers, delivering hands-on instruction and fostering airman progression with zero safety violations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Edgewood High School
Trenton, OHBasic Military Training (BMT) -
Lackland AFB
Air Education and Training Command (AETC) -
Sheppard AFB
Skills
- Oxygen system servicing
- Parts inspection
- Inspecting systems
- Sealant application
- Pneumatic system repair
- Troubleshooting issues
- Towing aircraft
- Reading technical manuals
- Electrical system maintenance
- Corrosion control
- Fuel system maintenance
- Landing gear maintenance
- Hydraulic systems repair
- Non-destructive testing
- Repair documentation
Timeline
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
U.S. Air Force Active Duty
12.2021 - 12.2025
High School Diploma -
Edgewood High School
Basic Military Training (BMT) -
Lackland AFB
Air Education and Training Command (AETC) -
Sheppard AFB