Gidado Cofield Aviation maintenance/UAV Sensor operator

Resume posted by gidado cofield in Aviation & Aerospace.
Desired salary: $98,000.00
Desired position type: Contract

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Summary

Over 10+ years of successful experience in aircraft maintenance and Expeditionary
and Contingency experience supporting combined/joint operations in Operation
ENDURING FREEDOM and the Global War on Terrorism. 6+years PTDS
mechanical field engineer/payload sensor operator and MQ-9 Reaper level 2
mechanic in Afghanistan and Iraq. Accustomed to making quick decisions in a fast-
paced environment that is constantly changing and time-sensitive.

Education

Spartan School of Aeronautics
Powerplant Mechanics, January 1999
Physics, Basic Electricity and Trigonometry. Aircraft Fuel/Oil Systems, Mechanics,
Pneumatics, Rigging, Hardware fabrication, Use of precision measurement tools,
calibrated tools and instruments.
U.S. Air Force, Sheppard AFB,TX.
Aerospace Propulsion, Turboprop/Turboshaft Engines, 2001
Propulsion Systems Qualification on T-56-15 & -7 engine systems, components and
functions. Aerospace Propulsion Apprentice, Turboprop/Turboshaft Engines and
hydraulic propeller assemblies. (DD214 available upon request)
Embry Riddle Aeronautical School. 2007-Current.
Major: Professional Aeronautics

Experience

Battle Space Inc.- MQ-9 Reaper
LV. 2 Mechanic. July 2017-July 2020
While deployed to Kandahar Airfield, performed ground
handling and servicing operations. Preflight, post flight, thru-
flight, special and phase inspections. Proficient at using tech
data to diagnose and solve maintenance problems on aircraft
systems. Interprets maintenance procedures and policies to
repair aircraft and related equipment.
Inspects, troubleshoots and maintains aircraft structures,
engines and other related components and equipment.
Removes and installs aircraft and engine components such as
engine start generator and PMA, fuel control units, hydraulic
propeller assembly, etc. Conducts operational checks, repairs
components and systems. Performs ground engine runs,
adjusts, aligns and rigs aircraft systems and components.
Accomplishes weight and balance operations, supervises and
performs aircraft jacking, lifting and towing operations.
Performs aircraft engine and component inspections. Interprets
inspection findings and determines adequacy of corrective
actions. Inspects and checks components for clearances,
tolerances, proper installation and operation. Performs pre-use
inspections and operates powered and non-powered AGE
equipment. Inspects and identifies aircraft corrosion for
prevention and repair. Reviews maintenance forms, aircraft
records, automated maintenance data systems and historical
reports to ensure complete documentation. Inventories and
maintains aircraft equipment. Supervises and assists in
launching and recovering aircraft.

Lockheed Martin-(PTDS) Persistent Threat Detection
System Field Engineer, July 2009- May 2017
Maintain and operate Persistent Threat Detection System.
Performed scheduled and non scheduled maintenance on
Aerostat and it’s components and systems as well as Flight
Engineer, Payload Operator, Handler and launch and recovery
director. Operates the MX-20 and MX 25 Wescam camera
integrated with the Advanced Claw mapping system, Logos.
Kestrel OV-1camera with integrated ESRI ARC Map, FMV(full
motion video), MGRS grid system, UTAMS ground based
sensors, GPS, BYN DVR recording system, MI Server, AIMES,
Ground State of Health System(GSHS) Aerostat State of Health
System(ASHS), OSRVT imaging, MIRC chat and JCHAT, two
way radio communications, VASALA weather station, JLG Sky
Lift and 75K Selick Forklift….
Conducts technical analysis of product implementations, modifications and enhancements to product in accordance with specific customer specifications and implementations. Troubleshoots technical problems and issues, determines technical solution in accordance with product and customer specifications, and recommends actions to company or customer representatives for coordinative product solution.Assesses product needs in accordance with customer specifications. Conducts technical training and product briefing with customers, vendors and company representatives. Acts as local on-site representative to customer’s organization.

Skills

  • 7+ years as a skilled MX-20 and MX-25 sensor operator in Afghanistan and Iraq.
  • 10+ years as an experienced aircraft mechanic on C-130 and MQ-9 Reaper aircraft.
  • Able to operate efficiently in Ground Control Station and speak clearly and concisely via radio transmission and phone.
  • Identifying and solving problems.
  • Able to work in confined spaces and at heights.
  • Able to read and interpret diagrams and schematics.
  • Possessing many industry recognised qualification in
  • Electro-Mechanical disciplines.
  • Sharing knowledge and best practices with other members of
  • the team.
  • Testing mechanical equipment.
  • Testing electrical equipment and components.
  • Keeping calm under pressure.
  • Preparing drawings of mechanical products.
  • Maintain and operate support equipment such as generators, forklifts etc.
  • Hydraulic propeller assemblies
  • Turbine Engines and Engine Operation
  • Engine Starting Systems
  • Secondary/Auxillary Power Systems
  • Blade Filing
  • Borescope
  • Flight Control Systems
  • Hydraulic Systems
  • Fuel Systems
  • Composites
  • Sheet Metal
  • Towing