AIRCREW FLIGHT EQUIPMENT SPECIALIST
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Summary
I am offering 24+ years of rich experience in Mechanical, Engineering, and Survival Equipment Maintenance, Repair and Fabrication, with an aim to make Airplanes and Helicopters Operate Safely.
Education
Graduate of Bachelor of Science (BS) in Technical Management Information Systems from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University located in Daytona Beach Florida.
Technical Management program explores planning, organizing, staffing, leading, or directing, and controlling using data to drive decisions. Skill sets obtained during the completion of this degree program will enable students to manage at a high level in today’s a high-tech, global, and diverse business world.
Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Aircrew Safety Systems Technology from Community College of Air Force of Maxwell Alabama.
Aviation and space-related associates in applied science degree program. The Aircrew Safety Systems Technology degree is focused on aircrew, safety systems, human factors to protect and sustain human life during flight operations.
Survival-Equipment Repairer (DOT 739.381-054) Survival Equipment Craftsman. Sheppard Air Force Base, Texas
Disassembles, assembles, inspects, fabricates, cleans, repairs, and packs aerospace weapon system components such as protective clothing, upholstery, thermal radiation barriers, protective covers, flotation equipment, emergency evacuation systems, and parachutes
Experience
Aviation Life Support Equipment (ALSE) Instructor – Global Aerospace Logistics (GAL), Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, Sep 2016 – Jan 2023
Designing and delivering both Formal Classroom Instruction and Hands-On Training to prepare aircrew and passengers for the training needed to protect and sustain human life during flight operations. Developing and maintaining training aids, storage, facility requirements, forms, records, publications, repair tools, test equipment, air warrior program, floatation equipment, survival vests /kits, helmets, oxygen equipment, and flight clothing. Building ongoing relationships with all aircrew members, other staff members and helping them in their career growth plan. Creating Technical Documents, including Maintenance Memos, Work Instructions and Manuals for the staff. Effectively communicating statutory and regulatory requirements where appropriate and ensuring adherence. Identifying opportunities for change and continuous improvement with the implementation of new training practices. Analyzing training needs, and accordingly developing and scheduling training programs to meet required needs. Promoting Web-based learning for the organization – integration of text, multimedia & graphics to create interest. Directing team functions like recruitment, attendance, performance management, coaching/development of reporting staff. Ensuring seamless communication amongst all stakeholders and that a high standard of service is always met.
Logistic Supply Technician Global Aerospace Logistics (GAL) June 2016 – Sep 2016
Led management of property accountability and asset visibility at each site. Labeled, updated parts and supplies in AADMIS. Managed Expendable Items, Military Clothing, Stationery and Consumables Items. Led Item Data and Requisition Validations (RVs), initializing stock, creating part numbers, adding data, changing serial/ part numbers, and managing locations using ADMMIS. Maintained historical files, administrative adjustment reports, receipt, issue, and transfer documentation. Prepared and processed Warehouse Location Changes for equipment and material. Assisted in physically moving incoming items to designated storage areas and supervised storage activities. Oversaw processing of receipts, timely material, and equipment delivery to customers. Engaged with vendors and drivers with a positive attitude. Provided additional support for shipping and receiving departments. Ensured safe and efficient operation of forklift equipment in a warehouse and loading dock environment. Researched national stock numbers and part numbers through Federal Logistics (Fed Log) data. Monitored contractor day-to-day operations involving maintenance, supply, and other logistical operations. Performed all shipping, receiving tasks and incoming inspection tasks; oversaw shipment/receipt of outgoing or incoming materials, parts, or products. Followed up on shipping and receiving processes for effectiveness. Studied shipping notices, bills of lading, invoices, orders, and other records to define shipping priorities, work assignments and shipping methods required to meet shipping receiving schedules, utilizing knowledge of shipping procedures, routes, and rates. Collaborated with logistics technicians, customer service representatives, service providers, and others involved in the shipment and receipt of products. Tracked, traced, and updated the status of incoming and outgoing shipments. Maintained a clean, neat, and member-ready area while ensuring adherence to safety, health, and environmental procedures.
Aviation Life Support Equipment Technician (GAL) Feb 2016 – June 2016
Performed scheduled Periodic Maintenance Inspections on ALSE/NVD (Night Vision Devices) Equipment including aviation helmets, oxygen masks, survival vests, first aid kits, headsets, life rafts, life preservers, night vision goggles, survival radios, survival packs and pyrotechnics, in accordance with directives, technical publications and approved procedures. Efficiently managed and obtained 100 percent accountability and inventory of all ITAR Equipment. Effectively maintained asset visibility, security, and control of sensitive items, including military chemical items. Led, mentored and trained host national personnel on the proper maintenance of the ALSE equipment. Inspected HGU-55/P Light Weight Helmets, HGU-56/P Aircrew Helmet, Mustang and Air Warrior Survival Vest, as well as single handily inspected and repacked LPU Life Preservers and Survival Kits. Checked and verified that records inspections were completed in accordance with all applicable manuals. Reviewed, inspected and prepared Forms and Records in line with DA PAM 738-751 and Internal Regulations. Assisted the ALSE Supervisor to accomplish Aviation Unit, and intermediate maintenance inspections, services, and repairs on all Aviation Life Support Equipment (ALSE) Including Night Vision Goggles. Worked with individual aviators and crew members to ensure proper fit and use of the ALSE / NVG equipment. Assisted in the Requisition of all ALSE / NVG Parts, maintenance of shop and bench stock for repair of ALSE / NVG Equipment. Responsible for tools and equipment inventory as assigned by the supervisor.
Aircrew Life Support Equipment (ALSE) Technician/Survival Equipment Repairer – United States Air Force Aug 1995 – Feb 2016
Effectively oversaw Quality Assurance on more than 10,000 pieces of Aircrew Flight Equipment. Guaranteed equipment was “safe for flight”, using all ALSE and Survival Component Assets which totaled more than $100 million. Oversaw and maintained accurate copies of AFTO Form 392, Parachute Repack Inspection and Component Record, on ACES II Drogue Parachutes, and ACES II Personnel Recovery Parachutes. Efficiently inspected, repaired, and repacked over 250 LPU-9/P, 38-P Life Preservers and LRU-16/P One-Man Life Rafts. Played a key role in disassembling, assembling, inspecting, cleaning, fabricating, repairing and all Packing Fabric & Rubber. Components like Protective Clothing, Upholstery, Thermal Radiation Barriers, Protective Covers and Flotation Equipment. Operated, maintained, and inspected Survival Equipment Machinery, Test Equipment, and Tools. Secured Tool Kits and Test Equipment valued at $250,000 while maintaining 100% accountability. Monitored, controlled, issued, and safeguarded Aircrew Side Arms and Ammunition. Operated Aircrew Armories and inspected Aircrew Side Arms as required. Ensured all proper safety procedures are followed. Performed Periodic Maintenance and Inspection. Interpreted Blueprints, Applicable Technical Data, and Inspection Manuals. Manufactured and modified fabric items such as protective clothing, protective covers, aircraft soundproofing, and upholstery. Led restructuring of the Composite Tool Kit (CTK) Program. Established quality control tracking and streamlined inspection and accountability. Developed and implemented policies, standards of practice procedures, and operating instructions. Oversaw Weapons Safety Program, including inspecting, maintaining, and issuing weapons, ammunition, and munitions for routine and worldwide contingencies. Ensured compliance with USAF directives. Directly supervised more than 5,000 inspections and repacks of Life Support Equipment. Developed rotation schedule to ensure all assigned technicians are trained and remain proficient in all survival equipment sections within the shop. Developed lesson plans for aircrew training, safety, and other programs. Assigned and trained personnel for deployment. Assisted in procurement, maintenance, stores management, and prepared equipment for effective deployment
Skills
- Aircraft Safety Systems
- Quality Assurance and Control
- Supply Chain & Logistics Management
- Inspections, Repairs & Troubleshooting
- Data Analysis, Reports, and Dashboards
- Complex Problem Solving
- MS Office (Advanced Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and internet applications)
Specialties
- Process Improvement /Automation, Team Leadership/ Training & Development, Team Management
Spoken Languages
- English