Examine and compare lunar images taken in 1967 and 2009. Search for differences including meteorite impacts, missing spacecraft crash sites and geologic changes.

Answer queries regarding military aircraft histories, configurations, units and dispositions. Provide guidance for fabrication, corrosion control and refinishing. Inspect colors, markings and insignia for accuracy and authenticity. Offer guidelines for indoor/outdoor static display.

The Aerospace Heritage Foundation of Utah is a non-profit organization that was founded to provide capital support for Hill Aerospace Museum in Roy, Utah. This support helps provide for the museum’s facility improvement, museum expansion, and projects for which Air Force funding is not available.

Performed Volunteer work covering the full spectrum of museum missions, functions and goals. Currently serving as Volunteer Crew Chief for Ogden ALC Flight Test F-16A "Little Precious."• Researched and utilized a wide variety of historic and modern fabrication and refinishing techniques in the accurate restoration of aircraft and associated equipment.• Fabricated, primed, painted and assembled aircraft components in accordance with Army and Air Force Technical Orders, factory drawings, blueprints, plans, photographs and artists’ conceptions.• Performed layout, masking and demasking for standard and specialized aircraft paint schemes.• Consulted in and contributed to the formation of Color, Markings and Insignia (CMI) packages.• Supervised and directed contractor paint crews in the proper execution of CMI specifications.• Plotted, cut and applied aircraft markings and exhibit signage utilizing Graphtec program and plotter/cutter.• Fabricated and/or assembled temporary and permanent exhibits and displays to include placement, painting, lighting and descriptive narratives.• Practiced safety awareness and adhered to Air Force safety directives.• Handled, used, stored and disposed of paints, primers, dopes, cleaners, rags and solvents in compliance with all environmental laws, rules and regulations.• Performed public outreach and staff/patron support through participation in Museum events and symposia.• Provided audiovisual support for Plane Talk lecture series.

Processed donated materials for the Major General Rex A. Hadley Research Library and Archives.• Handled, inspected, identified, sorted, logged and conserved images, portraits, films and printed media.• Cataloged books utilizing Library of Congress call system, Microsoft Office applications and PastPerfect software.• Researched unlisted items via external sources.• Arranged and numbered library stacks and shelving.• Assisted staff, Foundation members and visitors with research queries/information requests.

Protected and promoted the history of the former Fort Douglas Army installation through dedicated preservation, ongoing research and public outreach.

Processed the John David and Vera Eccles manuscript (MS410) and photograph (P185) collections for the WSU Stewart Library Special Collections Department.• Handled, inspected, identified, sorted, logged and conserved items including images, slides, large format portraits, magnetic media, scrapbooks, ribbons, trophies, institutional awards, business and financial records, official correspondence, press releases, personal letters, advertisements, newspaper articles and miscellaneous ephemera.• Compiled business, family and personal histories by combining and correlating elements of both collections with additional sources.• Researched and identified anonymous individual images by comparing known family information with personal statistics and ear/facial feature recognition.• Assisted staff and patrons with department functions.• Participated in setup/teardown of special events.• Measured and cut foam core and mounted images for exhibits and instructional purposes.

Processed accessions and materials for the Hill Aerospace Museum collection and the Major General Rex A. Hadley Research Library and Archives.• Handled, inspected, identified, sorted, logged, photographed and conserved uniforms, equipment, weapons, trophies, awards, patches, insignia, decorations, models, instruments, tools, personal memorabilia, images, portraits, films and printed media.• Identified safety, chemical and material hazards and notified Base agencies as appropriate.• Dressed and positioned mannequins for dioramas and displays.• Cataloged technical manuals, record groupings and unit collections.

Performed museum-related tasks and assignments for staff and Foundation members.• Researched aircraft types, specifications, serial numbers, assignments, paint schemes and manufacture dates utilizing Air Force Technical Orders, photographs, period media and website information.• Calculated material/coating requirements for aircraft repair/refinishing and coordinated acquisition from base sources.• Plotted, cut and applied vinyl signage and graphics to museum artifacts, aircraft and displays.

Curated the Museum-sponsored American Society of Aviation Artists (ASAA) 2002 Winter Exhibit.• Unpacked, inspected and cataloged aviation artwork shipped from worldwide locations.• Created identifiers linking each piece to its corresponding artist and container.• Installed and captioned pieces in accordance with professional standards.• Repaired/refurbished shipping containers and fabricated wood and foam replacements for damaged/unsuitable originals.• Created and distributed exhibit brochures advertising organization, sponsor, theme, content and location.• Disassembled exhibit, repackaged artwork and delivered containers to shippers.• Tracked shipments and corresponded with artists to ensure safe return of loaned property.

Refinished Air Force, Navy, Marine and foreign contract C-130 aircraft and components.• Assessed aircraft for visible fatigue, corrosion issues and damaged/missing components.• Selectively masked, sanded and power scrubbed airframe surfaces.• Mixed and applied soaps, cleaners/etchers and conversion coatings in accordance with health and safety requirements.• Demasked and remasked aircraft for primer and paint.• Prepared, measured and blended coatings in accordance with manufacturers’ instructions and Base Environmental regulations.• Applied primers, topcoats and specialty media to aircraft and components.• Stenciled insignia and markings for either paint or vinyl in accordance with service standards and individual blueprints.• Laid out and installed non-skid application kits to cargo bay floors, crew ladders, access doors and loading ramps.• Performed line job touch up and coating adhesion tests as final steps in paint process.• Practiced safety awareness and adhered to Air Force safety directives.• Handled, used, stored and disposed of paints, primers, conversion chemicals, specialty coatings, cleaners, rags and solvents in compliance with all environmental laws, rules and regulations.• Worked both independently and as part of a crew.Note: Reassigned to Hill Aerospace Museum December 2002. Medically retired from Federal service August 2003

Performed a variety of tasks pertaining to the restoration of Salt Lake City’s historic Memory Grove Park.• Researched and cataloged artifacts and information pertaining to park and surroundings. • Served as Restoration Coordinator for Meditation Chapel and grounds.• Secured bids/estimates and acted as purchasing agent for repairs, remodeling and replacement of markers, stones, plaques and monuments. • Liaised with City officials, donors, private organizations and contractors to ensure timely, efficient and cost effective management of restoration efforts.• Performed public outreach and served as media contact/spokesperson for newspaper and television coverage.• Performed park related docent duties in conjunction with Utah Heritage Foundation (now Preservation Utah) functions.

Performed access control, screening, visitor processing, patrol and response, control center operations, mission support, Officer training/supervision and contract management for FPS contractors. Also performed EMS services from 1996 to 1999.

Perform initial operational test and evaluation (IOT&E) for components used in the GLCM weapon system.