09/2015 to 08/2016WG-2604-11, Electronics TechnicianCompany Name － City, StateProficient at the installation, modification, overhaul, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of complete avionics operating systems consisting of numerous complex integral components while maintaining flight line operations of a fleet of T-1 & T-6 aircraft. Skilled in evaluating trouble reports, testing and repairing a variety of equipment such as weather radar, target identification (IFF) transponders, autopilots, Tactical Air Navigation (TACAN), radar altimeters, and other avionics equipment. Accomplished at interpreting complex drawings, specifications, and schematics of complete systems to recognize the function and interconnections of the various assemblies and troubleshoot they system from the schematic, follow signal paths through a complex path of interconnections of components, assemblies, subassemblies, and connecting cables harnesses. Able to modify systems by adding, altering, or removing components to standardize or alter the purpose of the equipment or to incorporate new features developed since the equipment was manufactured. Skilled at the set up and operation of on aircraft test equipment, i.e. pitot static, transponder, etc. Able to assist engineering personnel in developing, debugging, or modifying diagnostic test programs by investigating and identifying apparent contradiction between test specifications or test requirement documents and test programs, and recommend changes where necessary. Retains comprehensive knowledge of operating electronic principles such as circuit elements, digital logic, microprocessors, core memory, interface circuits, digital data transmission, antennas, signal behavior, amplification and display to troubleshoot, install, repair, and maintain malfunctions in complex electronic operational avionics systems consisting of numerous complex integral components and where circuit theory must be used to understand the operation of individual circuits and the possible interaction of other circuits which create a malfunction.
02/2014 to 08/2015WG-2892-10, Aircraft Electrician/Electrical Equipment RepairerCompany Name － City, StateServes as Lead Depot Field Team (DFT) technician of the Time Compliance Technical Order (TCTO) installation of the Passive Attack Sensor System (PASS) for all assigned PACAF F-15s. Coordinated, planned, and trained all other DFT members for on-time (early) completion of all to date completed aircraft. Serves as liaison between 525 EMXS (Support Center Pacific) and the 18WG Production Superintendents; coordinating aircraft scheduling and support equipment. Serves as Cable Manufacturing Shop Subject Matter Expert (SME) to produce wiring harnesses and cable assemblies to support all aircraft in PACAF, to include F-15, F-16, C-130, HH-60, P-3, and A-10 airframes. Accomplished at researching aircraft history and interpreting technical orders, engineering drawings, blueprints, wiring diagrams, manuals concerning wire codes, and assisting, as required, engineering personnel in developing modifications and changes on electrical, electronic, instrument, and other integrated electrical systems. Expert in the troubleshooting, overhaul, modification, repair, and final functional and operational testing of complex electrical systems on the F-15 airframe. Proficient at the use of a variety of hand tools; screwdrivers, pliers, wire cutters, wire strippers, drills, soldering irons, meters, crimpers, etc. Proficient at the use and programing of the automated Coax Stripper and DTMCO harness testers. Expert at the removal and relocation of electrical and electronic components and wiring to facilitate the installation of new or nonconventional electric and electronic equipment and insuring its proper operation. Provides on-the-job training (OJT) to lower grade employees and others in related trades on aircraft electrical maintenance practices, technical aspects of new/modified systems and components, and safety procedures. Serves as Voluntary Protection Programs (VPP) shop representative; zero accidents in FY14 Maintains the ability to manufacture a variety of aircraft specific or specialized “breakout boxes” and panels to facilitate testing of electrical systems. Expert at the manufacture, repair, modification, functional test, and installation of wiring harnesses using blueprints, engineering drawings, technical data, sample harnesses and/or wiring diagrams for use on a variety of fixed and rotary wing aircraft, ground equipment, and test stations. Retains a comprehensive knowledge of electrical theory, principles, and circuitry; a thorough knowledge of aircraft electrical systems and their interrelationship0s, and a working knowledge of electronics principles to troubleshoot, modify, repair, overhaul, and maintain complex electrical systems on board the aircraft. Holds a DoD Clearance Level of Secret since 2001 (renewed in 2011).
09/2013 to 02/2014WG-2604-11, Electronics Technician (temporary detail)Company Name － City, StateTrained and certified in troubleshooting, modification, repair, overhaul, and testing of the following: APN59 Antenna (C-130 Weather Radar), SKE Flight Control Indicator (C-130 Formation Flight Station keeping Equipment), SKE Secondary Control Panel, APX-101 Receiver Transmitter (F-15 IFF Transponder), TACAN Receiver Transmitter (Multiple Airframes), RT-1300(V) ARC-186 Radio, RT-1504/ARC 164(V) Radio, RT-1505A/ARC-164(V) Radio, AN/AIC-18 Intercommunication Set Control. Proficient at the installation, modification, overhaul, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of complete avionics operating systems consisting of numerous complex integral components. Skilled in evaluating trouble reports, testing and repairing a variety of equipment such as weather radar, target identification (IFF) transponders, autopilots, Tactical Air Navigation (TACAN), radar altimeters, and other avionics equipment. Accomplished at interpreting complex drawings, specifications, and schematics of complete systems to recognize the function and interconnections of the various assemblies and troubleshoot they system from the schematic, follow signal paths through a complex path of interconnections of components, assemblies, subassemblies, and connecting cables harnesses. Able to modify systems by adding, altering, or removing components to standardize or alter the purpose of the equipment or to incorporate new features developed since the equipment was manufactured. Skilled at the set up and operation of software controlled automatic test equipment (ATE) to test and troubleshoot complex electronics components and systems. Select and load the test program for the unit under test. Select appropriate interface device. Connect required simulation and measurement blocks. Hook up the unit under test. Use an electronic keyboard to run the test procedure. Able to assist engineering personnel in developing, debugging, or modifying diagnostic test programs by investigating and identifying apparent contradiction between test specifications or test requirement documents and test programs, and recommend changes where necessary. Retains comprehensive knowledge of operating electronic principles such as circuit elements, digital logic, microprocessors, core memory, interface circuits, digital data transmission, antennas, signal behavior, amplification and display to troubleshoot, install, repair, and maintain malfunctions in complex electronic operational avionics systems consisting of numerous complex integral components and where circuit theory must be used to understand the operation of individual circuits and the possible interaction of other circuits which create a malfunction.
07/2008 to 09/2013WG-2892-10, Aircraft Electrician/Equipment RepairerCompany Name － City, StateServed as Lead Depot Field Team (DFT) technician of the Time Compliance Technical Order (TCTO) installation of Flight Data Recorder (FDR) and Digital Video Recorder (DVR) for all assigned PACAF F-15s. Coordinated, planned, and trained all other DFT members for on-time completion of all to-date completed aircraft. Served as liaison between 525 EMXS (Support Center Pacific) and the 18WG Production Superintendents; coordinating aircraft scheduling and support equipment. Served as Cable Manufacturing Shop Subject Matter Expert (SME) to produce wiring harnesses and cable assemblies to support all aircraft in PACAF, to include F-15, F-16, C-130, HH-60, P-3, and A-10 airframes. Accomplished at researching aircraft history and interpreting technical orders, engineering drawings, blueprints, wiring diagrams, manuals concerning wire codes, and assisting, as required, engineering personnel in developing modifications and changes on electrical, electronic, instrument, and other integrated electrical systems. Expert in the troubleshooting, overhaul, modification, repair, and final functional and operational testing of complex electrical systems on the F-15 airframe. Proficient at the use of a variety of hand tools; screwdrivers, pliers, wire cutters, wire strippers, drills, soldering irons, meters, crimpers, etc. Proficient at the use and programing of the automated Coax Stripper and DTMCO harness testers. Expert at the removal and relocation of electrical and electronic components and wiring to facilitate the installation of new or nonconventional electric and electronic equipment and insuring its proper operation. Provided on-the-job training (OJT) to lower grade employees and others in related trades on aircraft electrical maintenance practices, technical aspects of new/modified systems and components, and safety procedures. Maintained the ability to manufacture a variety of aircraft specific or specialized “breakout boxes” and panels to facilitate testing of electrical systems. Expert at the manufacture, repair, modification, functional test, and installation of wiring harnesses using blueprints, engineering drawings, technical data, sample harnesses and/or wiring diagrams for use on a variety of fixed and rotary wing aircraft, ground equipment, and test stations. Retained a comprehensive knowledge of electrical theory, principles, and circuitry; a thorough knowledge of aircraft electrical systems and their interrelationship0s, and a working knowledge of electronics principles to troubleshoot, modify, repair, overhaul, and maintain complex electrical systems on board the aircraft. Served as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the repair of F-15 Advance Design Windscreens and the acrylic repair for the F-15 canopy. Served as TODO monitor and tool control monitor.
06/2006 to 07/2008WG-2892-10, Aircraft ElectricianCompany Name － City, StateServed as alternate supervisor for the F-15 Canopy Shop and assisted the supervisor with scheduling and delegating workloads to employees, monitoring the chemical and consumable inventory, monitoring the Technical Order Library, and acting as tool control officer. Served as the SSQ Qualified Trainer and Subject Matter Expert in the Acrylic Repair Process for both the F-15 Canopy and the Advanced Design Windscreen (ADW). Served as the official instructor for the Air Force in the Acrylic Repair class to certify field level technicians in the repair of the F-15 canopy acrylic. Served as the sole electrician responsible for the repair, removal, overhaul, modification, and replacement of the electrical harnesses installed on the canopy and those that are interconnected with it. Responsible for performing all incoming evaluations and inspections on the canopies and windscreens removed from every F-15 sent to WR-ALC for depot repair Responsible for updating and submitting changes to the tech data, i.e. submitting AFTO 202s, consulting on ETARs (AFTO 103) submitted to SPO engineers from the field, and working with manufacturers and vendors to find better and/or modify existing processes. Served as Lead Technician in the repair of both the F-15 canopy and ADW windscreen for approximately 100 of each asset per fiscal year. Performed acrylic repair on windows from other airframes located on Robins AFB, i.e., C-130, C-5, C-17, and C-141. Volunteered acrylic repair services to the Warner Robins Aviation Museum and gained a familiarity with a variety of WWII, Korean, and Vietnam era aircraft.
02/2006 to 06/2006GS-1152-09, Production Controller (temporary detail)Company Name － City, StateAppointed by Squadron Commander to serve on a special detail to prepare a submission packet for the SHINGO Prize illustrating our LEAN processes and successes throughout the F-15 Programmed Depot Maintenance organization. Knowledgeable in the LEAN processes, AFSO21, VPP, human factors, ergonomics, CPIEs. Trained in all aspects for LEAN implementation utilizing the Kaikaku (radical, long term change) approach. Skilled in data collecting utilizing Process Route and Product Quantity approach and analysis. Participated in multiple developments of a value stream map, work station observations for takt time development, repeatability and identification of the best practices in completing the tasks. Performed reviews and analysis of the process flow and subsequent development of a future state map recommending changes from batch processing to one-piece flow. Interacted and acquired information from a variety of offices, i.e., Business Office, Finance, Plans & Scheduling, Training, Quality, etc., to collate and analyze information and numbers to outline our successes in the Lean processes. Presented information about the status of the project to the Center Commander, Squadron and Group Directors, Flight Chiefs, and first line supervisors in a bi-weekly Steering Team meeting.
09/2004 to 02/2006Aircraft Electrician, WG-2892-10Company Name － City, StateServed as alternate supervisor for the F-15 Canopy Shop and assisted the supervisor with scheduling and delegating workloads to employees, monitoring the chemical and consumable inventory, monitoring the Technical Order Library, and acting as tool control officer. Served as the SSQ Qualified Trainer and Subject Matter Expert in the Acrylic Repair Process for both the F-15 Canopy and the Advanced Design Windscreen (ADW). Served as the official instructor for the Air Force in the Acrylic Repair class to certify field level technicians in the repair of the F-15 canopy acrylic. Served as the sole electrician responsible for the repair, removal, overhaul, modification, and replacement of the electrical harnesses installed on the canopy and those that are interconnected with it. Responsible for performing all incoming evaluations and inspections on the canopies and windscreens removed from every F-15 sent to WR-ALC for depot repair Responsible for updating and submitting changes to the tech data, i.e. submitting AFTO 202s, consulting on ETARs (AFTO 103) submitted to SPO engineers from the field, and working with manufacturers and vendors to find better and/or modify existing processes. Served as Lead Technician in the repair of both the F-15 canopy and ADW windscreen for approximately 100 of each asset per fiscal year. Performed acrylic repair on windows from other airframes located on Robins AFB, i.e., C-130, C-5, C-17, and C-141. Volunteered acrylic repair services to the Warner Robins Aviation Museum and gained a familiarity with a variety of WWII, Korean, and Vietnam era aircraft.
01/2004 to 09/2004Aircraft Electrician, WG-2892-10Company Name － City, StateRequired to prepare aircraft for inspection and maintenance at the depot level. Acquired and extensive knowledge of the avionics package and electrical system layout of the F-15 in order to identify and remove the Line Replaceable Units (LRUs) and equipment from the cockpit and avionics bays. Performed maintenance using ground power and hydraulics to position flight controls for removal. Assisted sheet metal mechanics in the removal of panels, assisted aircraft mechanics in removal of flight controls, ammo drum, speed brake, canopy, missile launchers, and wings. Skilled in the removal and disconnection of all electrical components, waveguides, harnesses, and cables leading to the wings (antenna, RWR, lights, etc.) to facilitate the removal of the wings. Knowledgeable in the use of a variety of hand tools related to electrical, sheet metal, and mechanical skills on the aircraft.
09/2001 to 01/2004Miscellaneous Aircraft Overhaul, WG-8801-08Company Name － City, StateSkilled in the evaluation and repair of the F-15 canopy acrylic, airframe and skin, and the various electrical and mechanical assemblies installed. Skilled in the evaluation and acrylic repair of the F-15 Advanced Design Windscreen Skilled in sheet metal repairs, i.e., sealing panels,replacing fairings, shooting rivets, manufacturing and installing patches on skin, performing fiberglass repair on ductwork. Skilled in the removal, installation, modification, and repair of the canopy wiring harnesses on both C/D/E models of the F-15 Skilled in the removal, inspection, repair, and installation of all mechanical alignment and release assemblies associated with the F-15 Canopy. Knowledgeable in a wide range of principles, processes and techniques of trades and /or crafts used on and around the aircraft (FAA Airframe & Powerplant License) Knowledgeable in safety regulations, practices, and procedures. Skilled in the use of hand and power tools, equipment, and precision measuring and/or test equipment common to aircraft maintenance, sheet metal, and electrical work, i.e., impact wrenches, torque wrenches, drills, brakes, shears, rivet guns, meters, etc.
03/2000 to 04/2001Shift Manager/Aircraft DetailerCompany Name － City, StateDuties included assigning tasks to the up to nine crew members on shift, interacting with customers, interacting with Raytheon FBO personnel at Tampa International Airport and the Cessna Facilities in Orlando and arranging for hangar/apron space, towing, and equipment support. Responsibilities also included performing pre- and post-detailing inspections with the customers for insurance and quality assurance purposes. Performing both interior and exterior detailing on a variety of business/personal aircraft including: Beechcraft Hawker, Beechjet, Bonanza, Baron, King Air, Cessna Citation (all models), Lear jet (all models), Boeing 757, Falcon 50, Gulfstream III, IV, and V. This required a solid knowledge of aircraft safety, chemical safety, reading and understanding aircraft maintenance manuals, and flightline safety.
