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Responsible for managing mechanical irregularities throughout the fleet at all base and outstations. As well as work with Maintenance, Planning, and Operations Control Center (OCC) to coordinate the scheduled workload for all maintenance bases.

Managing and coordinating fleet wide MD-80, Boeing 757, and Airbus 320 aircraft maintenance, planning, and operations of over 70 aircraft and over 200 daily flights. Responsible for authorizing deferrable maintenance discrepancies and completing all applicable forms or documents set forth by the company's General Maintenance Manual. Provided tracking of parts and equipment to line maintenance for A.O.G aircraft. As well as overseeing all maintenance performed by contract vendors in outstation bases.

Performed heavy jet and line maintenance on MD-80 and B-757 airframe and powerplant components. I have been involved in engine changes, hydraulic system maintenance, structural repairs, and experienced in troubleshooting/repair of avionic systems such as aircraft communication, navigation systems, and associated components. I have performed overnight checks and 757 ETOPS pre-departure flight inspections. I am also skilled in interpreting technical manuals, wiring diagrams, and other electrical drawings.

Ensured all maintenance and troubleshooting tasks assigned on heavy jet commercial aircraft CRJ 900,CRJ 200, and DHC 8 were completed in accordance with manufacturer’s manuals and other FAA accepted or approved data. Performed both line duties and overnight aircraft hangar maintenance tasks as well as movement of aircraft in hangar and on ramp.

Honorably Discharged. Responsible for avionics maintenance on F-18 Hornet aircraft such as testing, troubleshooting, modifications and repair of radio, communication, navigation, radar, infrared detection radar laser electronics, and other avionic systems. Awards: National Defense Service Metal, Good Conduct Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Sea Service Deployment, Naval Achievement Medal, Sailor of the Day, and various letters of accommodations.