Maintenance Quality Assurance
Resume:
Chad J. Lovitt
Surprise, Arizona 85379
H: 602-***-****
C: 602-***-****
****.******@*****.***
Veteran, United States Air Force, Honorable
United States Citizen
SUMMARY OF KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Supervisor of maintenance and administrative actions. Ability to proactively identify inefficiencies and potential
obstacles. Self-motivated to accomplish tasks on-time, while emphasizing attention to detail while being a
quick and eager learner for new jobs and skills with effective time management as well as administrative and
documentation coordination skills. Collaborative team player, who is willing to learn new concepts to increase
overall office productivity, also comfortable with public speaking and presentations.
Highly skilled in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Integrated Maintenance Data System
(IMDS), TTMS, eQIP, and JPAS with working knowledge of Access.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Shift Supervisor/Quality Control Inspector, 10/2011 to 5/2013
Lockheed Martin Corporation, Aeronautics Division, Field Team Operations
* Modified F-16 Block 50/52 aircraft with new and upgraded systems using engineering drawings and technical
data while overseeing the individual actions of other team members on aircraft from acceptance through sell
back to the customer.
* Coordinated the on and off aircraft maintenance actions between team members, owning unit maintainers, and
host base Quality Assurance personnel.
* Oversaw documentation of maintenance modification actions and corrections of maintenance work cards,
accomplished kit inventories and part tracking throughout the modification process.
* Inspected up to 330 individual maintenance actions per aircraft and overall finished product for technical
compliance and customer acceptance. Troubleshot and directed personnel for correction of any discrepancies.
Unit Security Manager, 5/2007 to 2/2011
United States Air Force, 372nd Training Squadron, Detachment 12, Luke AFB, Arizona 85309
* Facilitated timely processing of security clearances by coordinating and following up on the entire process.
Initiated personnel action form. Routed paperwork to public health department for medical clearance.
Coordinated with Security Forces to conduct background investigations. Gathered personal information and
ensured all forms were signed including release forms. Verified all documentation was completed and
information was accurate. Entered all data into eQIP system. Routed complete packages and additional
information to Office of Personnel Management (OPM); gathered additional information or documentation from
personnel as requested by OPM.
* Compiled complete and accurate data packages and certified veracity and accuracy of information.
Documents included certification paperwork, medical releases and information release authorization.
* Reviewed statement of reasons package and evidence to justify any discrepancies and ensured all non-
disclosure agreements were in place. Conducted periodic reinvestigation processes for security clearance
renewal or upgrade.
Instructor Supervisor, 5/2007 to 2/2011
United States Air Force, 372nd Training Squadron, Detachment 12, Luke AFB, Arizona 85309
* Facilitated 5 courses in communication, navigation and penetration aid systems theory, maintenance, repair
and troubleshooting using both lecture-based and hands-on teaching methods; included over 40 systems and
subsystems. Taught an average of 1,300 instructional hours per year.
* Developed new and modified existing curriculum using ISD methodologies. Created or adjusted lesson plans,
training support materials, multimedia presentations and student evaluations.
* Identified training objectives, defined audience needs and determined most effective methods, tools, supplies
and materials needed to convey technical data. Built instructional outlines, audited course content and validated
course effectiveness. Performed regular curriculum reviews to ensure the best possible instruction methods
were being used.
* Qualified as an Instructor Supervisor. Audited other instructors, evaluated course materials and provided
constructive feedback and evaluations of teaching methods.
* Recognized by students, peers and supervisors as a patient, thorough and detailed instructor. Created an
engaging and interactive environment and used various teaching methods that appealed to all adult learning
styles. Translated technical terminology into understandable terms and concepts.
* Evaluated student progress and performance. Worked one-on-one with individual students to ensure their
success. Achieved 100% student pass rate, despite highly technical nature of subject matter.
Avionics Craftsman Coordinator, 10/1996 to 5/2007
United States Air Force, 366th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, Mountain Home AFB, Idaho 83648
* Directed up to 20 technicians; established production priorities, created workflow schedule, delegated tasks
and monitored quality of all maintenance performed. Managed the aircraft production schedule to ensure
maintenance was completed without interrupting flight schedule.
* Performed maintenance actions and troubleshooting on over 30 different avionics systems and aircraft wiring.
Used a variety of common hand tools and specialized diagnostic equipment.
* Documented all maintenance, repair and inspection actions in maintenance tracking database and maintained
detailed and accurate aircraft historical records.
* Communicated with pilots to assess their needs, determine the source of problems or diagnose faults.
Conducted thorough diagnostic testing following strict technical data so that aircraft were ready to meet the
daily flight schedule.
* Maintained safety-conscious work environment with zero career safety incidents. Complied with OSHA,
personal protective equipment (PPE), hazardous materials handling and disposal and FOD walk regulations.
EDUCATION, TRAINING AND CERTIFICATIONS
Master of Arts, Organizational Management, pending 11/2014
Ashford University
Bachelor of Arts, Organizational Management, October 2012
Ashford University, 3.76 GPA, Magna cum Laude
Associate of Applied Science, Instructor of Technology, 9/2008
Community College of the Air Force, 4.0 GPA
Associate of Applied Science, Avionics Technology, 6/2008
Community College of the Air Force, 4.0 GPA
Occupational Instructor Certification (OIC), 11/2009
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