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Savannah, Georgia, United States

Fort Huachuca, Az

Tucson, Arizona Area

Unmanned Aerial Systems, Advanced Individual Training Platoon Sergeant.Provided leadership, technical expertise and guidance while performing duties as the Advanced Individual Training Platoon Sergeant for the Unmanned Aerial Systems Operator and Repairer Courses for an average daily strength of over 450 SoldiersMaintained the highest standards while teaching the basics of Soldiering and the Army values.Developed and enforced discipline and responsibilities within all Soldiers under my Authority.

Coordinated and submitted the weekly aircraft readiness report each unit’s aircraft maintenance upkeep, parts distribution, deployable assets, training budget, unit maintenance posture and current capabilities. Advised the Brigade Commander on maintenance personnel management, supply, equipment issues and facility assets to maintain and repair rotary, fixed-wing and unmanned aircraft that each unit's Production Control had issues with while coming up with solutions to enhance each unit’s maintenance program.

Prepared studies, evaluations, special reports and records pertaining to aircraft maintenance, component repair and related activities. Supervised, verified and validated technical manuals, training devices and contractor-furnished training material. Supervised research and development projects in aviation and related areas. Recommended and established plans, policies and procedures for aircraft maintenance operations. Managed and coordinated complex tasks involving over 613 personnel encompassing 7 different organizations. Supervised the tracking of 35 aircraft consisting of 3 different airframes at 3 different worldwide locations. Accountable for over $1.2M in organizational equipment with zero safety

Managed 12 aviation airframe mechanics on maintenance standard operating procedures and proper procedures to log faults ensuring quality and efficiency of all installations. Diagnosed, troubleshoot, removed, cleaned, repaired and replaced airframe systems and components using acceptable practices including splicing, soldering, and pinning of wiring.Performed operations and preventive checks and alignments on aircraft flight controls, stabilization systems, avionics, and controlled cryptographic equipment.Modified, troubleshoot, repaired and inspected: electronic fuel quantity indicating systems, electronic fuel systems, engine and utility indicating systems, electrical systems, communications, and navigation systems.

Trained and supervised eight lower enlisted soldiers with technical guidance and proper procedures on various operation checks, troubleshooting, diagnostics, repairs, preventive maintenance and modification on the U.S. Army CH-47 Ensured quality and efficiency of all installations, including forms and records to ensure compliance with DA PAM 738-751.Responsible for component and shop inspections and for maintaining and revising publications, forms, and records. Ensured soldiers were in compliance with FOD program, tool control, and general housekeeping.

Maintained a preventive maintenance program on test equipment, hand tools, and special tools.Planned, scheduled, and completed tasks on work orders in order to meet Production Control master schedule.Provided daily status reports and progress schedules to Production Control.Ensured that all work performed on the aircraft was properly and completely documented and ready for inspection.Responsible for multimillion-dollar classified equipment vital to the national security of the United States.

Bachelor Of Science, Aviation Maintenance Management

Diploma