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Mary Esther, Florida, United States

Florida, United States

I managed and oversaw the services acquisitions contracts within AFSOC’s Services Acquisition Portfolio. I provided advice, analyses, evaluations, recommendations, reports, training, and/or Advisory & Assistance Services. I assisted in coordinating the Annual Execution Review and Effectiveness Review of AFSOC Services Acquisition Portfolio. I provided training and guidance to multi-functional teams through the seven step services acquisition process. I contributed to the continuous process improvement through inspection & analysis of data and services acquisition reports.

Fort Walton Beach, Florida, United States

Utilized project management processes and methodologies to manage the day-to-day operations directly supporting the modification of an MC-130 aircraft (off the production line) into an AC-130J Gunship aircraft. Strategically planned and supported three programs: the kits and provisioning project valued at 61M, the kit production and manufacturing projects valued at 34M & 31M, and the aircraft modification installation projects valued at 54M & 30M. Formulated responses on request for proposal (RFP) from government customer. Experienced with drafting proposal statement of work, scope development, and Basis of Estimate writing. Proficient verbal and written skills for internal and external stakeholder communications. Familiar with principles, practices and activities related to process mapping and process scheduling. Lead Integrated Product Teams (IPT) and executed cross-functional leadership to virtual teams during business process improvement meetings. Skilled with planning, developing, training, and leading IPT meetings with the customer using various multi-media devices providing project validation. Proficient with utilizing Earned Value Management (EVM) principles for managing multiple projects on schedule and within cost. Knowledgeable with Cost Account Manager (CAM) duties; performing monthly labor reviews and updating estimate to complete (ETC) for corrective and preventative actions. Adept organizational skills; Excellent multi-tasker working independently and in a team environment. Capable of writing program monthly status reports and performing integrated master schedule updates. Competent with interpreting, applying, and explaining regulations, instructions, products, and procedures. Proficient with using the MS office suite of applications (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Project)

Crestview, Fl.

Directed the day-to-day Electrical Modification of the AC-130J Aircraft. Managed a team of 30+ Electrical and Structural Technician’s safety, training, and aircraft modification performance. Assisted with electrical systems wire/cable routing and installation. Provided installation guidance and mentored junior electrical technicians. Responsible for completion of the modification on-schedule and within budget ensuring on-time delivery. Utilized lean manufacturing strategies and 6S standards to reduce modification schedule. Lead modification team in completion of 30K -hour AC-130J modification 86 days early. Nurtured an environment of open communication and continuous process improvement ideas that led to a savings of $97,236 in 2017. Through efficient work-order scheduling achieved modification milestones ahead of schedule.

Balad, Iraq

-- Orbital ATK "School House " Project --Performed as Avionics Technician Lead utilizing skills and expertise to repair and maintain electronic systems involved with the operation of a fleet of aircraft. Responsible for leading a maintenance team on installing, testing, troubleshooting, and repairing multiple aircraft avionics systems to include Infrared Detectors, Closed Circuit & Low Light Level TV, Optical Cameras, Laser Designators, and associated equipment on the WESCAM MX-15 Sensors and keeping aircraft in airworthy condition. Performed maintenance on government ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) specific aircraft. Managed the end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) avionics systems capabilities encompassing design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. Ability to understand and interpret basic applicable technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals, and/or publications and route wires per technical drawings. Advanced skills with avionics installation tooling, wiring, wiring repair, wiring installation, soldering, and crimping techniques, understanding of spectrometer, oscilloscope, and/or pitot static equipment. Performed scheduled maintenance practices (pre-flight, thru flight, basic post flight inspection, marshalling procedures, refuel/de-fuel, operational checks, aircraft towing procedures, aircraft wash) and inspections Managed aircraft maintenance in accordance with applicable technical data, SOPs, and FAA regulations.

Valdosta, Ga.

-- Avionics Project Lead --Performed as Avionics Technician Lead utilizing skills and expertise to repair and maintain electronic systems involved with the operation of a fleet of aircraft. Responsible for leading a maintenance team on installing, testing, troubleshooting, and repairing multiple aircraft avionics systems components and keeping aircraft in airworthy condition. Performed maintenance on government ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) specific aircraft. Managed the end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) avionics systems capabilities encompassing design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. Ability to understand and interpret basic applicable technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals, and/or publications and route wires per technical drawings. Advanced skills with avionics installation tooling, wiring, wiring repair, wiring installation, soldering, and crimping techniques, understanding of spectrometer, oscilloscope, and/or pitot static equipment. Instructed scheduled maintenance practices (pre-flight, thru flight, basic post flight inspection, marshalling procedures, refuel/de-fuel, operational checks, aircraft towing procedures, aircraft wash) and inspections on the A-29 Super Tucano aircraft to Afghani Air Force students. Managed aircraft maintenance in accordance with applicable technical data, SOPs, and FAA regulations.

Destin/Fort Walton Beach, Florida Area

Supported moderately complex avionics system repair activities in operating environments at depots, training sites, and customer field operations with training, operation, or repair. Provided technical expertise on avionics systems and ability to troubleshoot technical issues at all types of military and commercial field assignments. Experienced with direct customer interface to address technical support issues. Regularly worked at remote locations under austere conditions. Provided regular reporting of progress / status concerning planning, scheduling, and execution of aircraft modification installation and inspection. Contributed input to budget, cost, and schedule for maintenance planning purposes. Communicated clearly (written and oral) with other company personnel and the customer as required. Attended appropriate engineering, customer, or business meetings. Managed the troubleshooting /resolution of equipment issues utilizing drawings and technical documents. Directed the adjustment of electronic equipment to manufacture specifications. Managed a variety of complex technical support for aircraft modifications and maintenance repairs. Subject Matter Expert (SME) for multiple electronic systems programs. Instructed customer personnel and provided technical assistance to technicians.

Cannon Afb, Clovis, Nm

Production Superintendent in support of U.S. Air Force maintenance operations at Cannon AFB NM. Managed eight AC-130H “Spectre Gunships” valued at $132.4 million each. Managed aircraft for multiple attack profiles, precision bombing, convert operations, and reconnaissance. Directed 200 personnel from six maintenance specialty’s (AFSC’s/MOS). Led daily production meetings and assigned priorities to meet flying and maintenance schedules. Managed weekly shift schedules, leave, and training requirements. Responsible for developing and implementing the overall maintenance plan. Coordinated with internal and external agencies to ensure maintenance plan success. Responsible to implement specific disaster control duties and squadron responsibilities pertaining to aircraft/SE movement and personnel evacuation procedures. Possess excellent organizational skills in prioritizing workload to meet aircraft flying schedule. Maintained a valid driver's license for the ability to operate general as well as special-purpose vehicles and certified flight-line vehicle operator's license. Vast knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, cable tensiometers, sheet metal brakes and sheers, etc. Familiar with theory and principles of engine operations; accessories and components; theory of flight; rigging of flight controls; electrical and electronic; pneudraulic and mechanical principles. Knowledge of sheet metal, properties of materials, fuels, and oils. Experience with reading, interpreting, using manufacturers and aircraft maintenance manuals, service bulletins, blueprints, wiring/schematic diagrams, data tables and other specifications to determine feasibility and method to repair or replace malfunctioning or damaged components. Qualified to inspect, repair, and operate ground support and auxiliary equipment. Proficient with coordinating with Mission Operation Center, Flight line Expediter, and other squadrons for support.

Hurlburt Field, Florida, United States

Performed as 7 level Red X qualified Avionics Technician/ Lead; Managed avionics shop weekly shift schedules, leave, and training requirements. Responsible for developing daily priorities for the shop and assigning personnel to the workload. Instructed junior technicians on removing and replacing avionics components, as well as maintaining and repairing aircraft components including but not limited to flight controls, engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems and mechanical components, and applied technical knowledge of airframe and power plant systems in determining equipment malfunctions and restoring equipment to fully operational condition. Essential Responsibilities: Instructed and mentored junior technicians on avionics systems technical knowledge to solve complex problems by interpreting technical data such as blueprints or manufactures' manuals. Work typically required a thoroughly comprehensive knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting/repair procedures and replacement of components, a thorough knowledge of aircraft avionics systems and repair of non-complex electrical systems. Instructed junior technicians on making entries in aircraft logs and records. Three Tours to Iraq (Operation Iraqi Freedom) and Afghanistan (Operation Enduring Freedom)

Hurlburt Field, Florida, United States

Performed as Avionics Systems Quality Assurance Inspector on MH-53J/M Pave Low III Helicopters, AC-130 H&U Model, MC-130 Combat Talon I & II aircraft. Enforced policy and directives set by Air Force Instructions and OSHA standards. Executed daily spot inspections and performance evaluations on maintenance actions, aircraft forms documentation entries, and Integrated Maintenance Data Systems (IMDS) for accuracy. Performed weekly inspections on HAZMAT lockers and MSD documentation. Managed the Foreign Object Damage / Debris Program (FOD) and Bird Strike program. Qualified to perform aircraft weights and perform weight and balance updates. Experienced with Accident / Incident Investigation, documentation, and reporting findings.

Hurlburt Field, Florida, United States

Performed as 5 Level Avionics Technician completing maintenance on MH53-J/M Pave Low III Helicopter & AC-130H Spectre Gunship aircraft. Responsible for accomplishing assigned daily priorities and workload. Diagnosed malfunctions using technical orders, schematics, wiring diagrams, integrated test systems. Removed, repaired, and installed avionics systems and line replaceable units, faulty system wiring, electrical connectors, and multi-conductor cables. Provided guidance to junior technicians on removing and replacing avionics components, as well as maintaining and repairing aircraft components including but not limited to flight controls, engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems and mechanical components, and applied technical knowledge of airframe and power plant systems in determining equipment malfunctions and restoring equipment to fully operational condition. Essential Responsibilities: teach and mentored junior technicians on avionics systems knowledge to solve basic problems by interpreting technical data such as blueprints or manufactures' manuals. Work typically required a basic knowledge of basic aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting/repair procedures and replacement of components, a basic knowledge of aircraft avionics systems and repair of non-complex electrical systems. Taught junior technicians on making entries in aircraft logs and records. Three Tours to Iraq (Operation Iraqi Freedom) and Afghanistan (Operation Enduring Freedom)

Masters, Project Management

Associate Of Arts And Sciences (Aas), Avionics Maintenance Technology/Technician

Bachelor Of Applied Science (Basc), Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science And Technology, General

Associate Of Arts And Sciences (Aas), Industrial Technology/Technician