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Austin, Texas

Carrollton, Texas

Carrollton, Texas

Performs commissioning of control systems to ensure proper operation. Repair and reconfigure control system equipment. Diagnose communication problems and install control devices and other components. Diagnose and troubleshoot software and hardware issues. Troubleshoot and verify correct operation of equipment and field devices. Install, replace and re-commission devices, equipment and software. Assist in performing job site training sessions.

Killeen/Ft. Hood Tx Area

Performs teardown, inspection, repair and reassemble of OH-58D(R) (Kiowa Warrior) aircraft in support of RESET, PRESET and Battle Damage repair. Troubleshoot, electrical, navigational, and weapons systems. Forecasts and orders repair parts and consumables as necessary. Constructs cables, and wire installations based on schematic drawings, technical drawings, and technical publications. Utilize electronic technical manuals for research and maintenance practices, and ULLS-A(E) for aircraft record keeping.

Fort Hood, Tx

As Assistant CORPS AVN Maintenance Officer responsible for CORPS level materiel management and logistics matters for assigned Aviation and related major items within III CORPS. Reviewed, and implemented directives, policies, procedures, and programs affecting acquisition, distribution, redistribution, supply, and maintenance support, readiness and disposition of Aviation major items and related support equipment. Monitored and coordinated deployment of new Aviation systems. Coordinated maintenance, supply, and sustainment support functions for assigned systems in support of III CORPS aviation unit deployments/redeployments. Developed, briefed and implemented the Aviation maintenance support plan for III CORPS, and Ft. Hood in support of FORSCOM guidance. Analyzed, revised and published changes to out of date Ft. Hood Regulations to bring them into compliance with Army Regulations and Force Modernization. Identified maintenance support conflicts in timely manner and developed solutions that resulted in no maintenance related deployment delays for two Reserve Component CABs. Conducted staff visits and performed audits of subordinate commands to assess and evaluate aircraft maintenance areas, components repair shops, facilities, and procedures. Provided recommendations for improvement based on those assessments and evaluations, to the Task Monitor.

Houston, Texas Area

Performed duties as Measurements While Drilling Engineer for Weatherford Intl. Provided directional data to Directional Driller to ensure compliance with drill plan. Served as the representative of company to the customer. Provided all data requested by customers, to include survey data, gamma data. Identified equipment faults and performed necessary immediate action to ensure little to no lost time to the customer. Assembled and programmed directional tools. Submitted reports to customer as well as to home office.

Ft. Hood, Tx

Performed regional material management of Aviation fleets for all Aviation assets in the 407th AFSB region. Reviewed the regional Aircraft Status Spreadsheet to determine status of fleet and compare with SAMS report. Analyzed repair parts and work orders to identify systemic issues on component malfunctions, STAMIS issues or management issues. Provided trend analysis for CORPS intensively tracked fleets. Reviewed maintenance backlog report at each level of maintenance, assessed problems, and provided written recommendations to correct or minimize problems identified. Coordinated actions to fill Modified Table of Organization and Equipment (MTOE) equipment requirements for equipment associated with each of the Battle Field Operating Systems (BOS) to support Army transformation and dynamic ARFORGEN processes. Assisted in developing new policy and in making policy revisions. Provided input to higher headquarters studies or conducted local studies, i.e., displacement of equipment, input to performance work statements, etc. Gathered and compiled data from appropriate sources in support of assigned studies and projects. Prepared and presented briefings related to area of responsibility. Monitored regional units RESET status, required training and facilitated the reconstitution of combat power. Maintained staff surveillance and provided technical guidance to aviation logistics management specialists at four separate installation materiel management centers/logistics readiness centers (Hood/Riley/Carson/Bliss). Managed, monitored, and coordinated fielding and deployment of new systems. Fleet Manager for LBE Aviation assets ensuring that all aircraft met DA aircraft transfer standards. Identified problems in the LBE Aircraft transfer process and implemented plan to help leverage DOL Aviation Contractor support to comply with 407th AFSB mission requirements.

During the 21+ years of my Army career I served in various leadership and technical positions ranging from Rear Detachment First Sergeant, Brigade Aviation Maintenance NCO, Quality Control Supervisor, and Research Development, Test and Evaluation NCO. Responsible for mentoring and training of up to 60 soldiers. Prepared and presented briefings to superiors. Ensured that maintenance was conducted in accordance with applicable technical manuals and regulations. Executed RESET plan to rebuild the combat power of a Combat Aviation Brigade. Facilitated the turn in of 16 OH-58D (R) aircraft in support of the Army Aviation Transformation Plan. Streamlined Aircraft Refuel and Re-Arm procedures enabling the Squadron to operate three separate Forward Re-Arm and Refuel Points when Army Doctrine only allowed for two. Performed quality assurance inspections of aviation intermediate level maintenance on 16 UH-60, 16 OH-58D, and 24 AH-64 aircraft. Verified the accuracy of aircraft maintenance forms and historical records, conducted shop inspections ensuring compliance with applicable safety regulations. Served as test manager for RAH-66 Comanche and Aviation Combined Arms Tactical Trainer (AVCATT).

Aas, Heating And Air Conditioning, Refrigeration Technology, Gpa 3.7

Activities and Societies: President of the HVAC Club; Phi Theta Kappa

Aas, Criminal Justice

GPA 3.6

High School Diploma

Activities and Societies: National Honors Society