Maxwell Jones
Operator - PGSS
Indian Mound, TN
*********@*****.*** - 931-***-****
Field Service Representative
Security Clearance NATO Secret
WORK EXPERIENCE
PGSS Site Lead
TASM LLC - Fairfax, VA - September 2012 to Present
TECHNOLOGY AND SUPPY MANAGEMENT, AFGHANISTAN 10/12- Present
PGSS Aerostat Site Lead - Afghanistan
Operator of Persistent Ground Surveillance System equipment in order to identify threats to ISAF/NATO/
ANA forces in Afghanistan. Operates US Navy ISR system in a non-permissive environment collecting
information on local populace’s patterns of life, conducting exploratory surveys and intelligence collection.
Collects and processes Full Motion Video (FMV) from US Navy Aerial ISR Systems and generates
standard and non-standard imagery analysis products for real-time dissemination. Perform identification,
acquisition, recording, analysis and reporting of assigned ISR tasks. Prepares, maintains, and presents
intelligence displays, reports, and briefings with the creation and use of visual aids and drafting, editing, and
proofreading documents for publishing. Perform geo-locational mensuration functions, extracted coordinates,
and determined positional relationships from real-time imagery, Unattended Transient Acoustic MASINT
Sensor (UTAMS) and Unattended Ground Sensors (UGS). Provides custom products in response to Requests
for Information (RFIs) which may include, but not limited to, data extraction, conversion, image manipulation,
spatial queries, image rectification and data management. Conducts pre-flight and post flight system
inspections. Experience with software, hardware configurations associated with PGSS ISR platforms. Familiar
with compressed gas systems, electrical power generation systems, and accompanying switch equipment.
Proven capability to work in austere, non-permissive, high stress environments. Maintains safe, secure, and
healthy work environment by following program standards and procedures. Documents actions by completing
forms, reports, logs, and records. While on shift I may serve in the capacity of:
• Flight Engineer: managing the health of the payload and provides overall coordination and direction of the
sensor(s), while communicating directly with the military customer.
• Payload Operator: controls the payload sensor(s) visually identifies, acquires, records, analyze and submits
reports of assigned ISR tasks.
• Launch Recovery Team (LRT): assist and takes direction from the Launch and Recovery Director (LRD)
during the launch and recovery phase of operations.
• Launch and Recovery Director (LRD): in-charge of aerostat during launch and recovery phase. Responsible
for the safe launch and recovery of the aerostat and the safety of LRT during this phase of operation.
Avionics Repair Technician
Army Aircraft CH-47 - Fort Campbell, KY - April 2006 to September 2012
Performed Depot level troubleshooting and repair of avionics radios, navigational equipment, countermeasure
systems, and flight control equipment. Repaired and Maintained Auxiliary Power Unit and Engine Test Cells.
Conducted Depot Level Repairs to Aircraft wiring and Avionics to repair Battle Damage on Army Aircraft CH-47,
UH-60, AH-64, and OH-58
• Preformed operational testing of aircraft system after repairs completed
• Subject Matter Expert for the development of Technical workbooks to establish Inspection, Testing, and
Repair standards for Fort Campbell’s Avionics Nation Maintenance Program.
• Implemented new Automated Test Equipment to expand repair Capabilities of Fort Campbell ALMD Avionics
Back Shop
Quality Assurance Inspector
Defense Ammunition Center - McAlester, OK - July 2005 to April 2006
Conduct QA checks to ensure Serviceability of Army Ammunition Resources. Conducted Periodic Magazine
Inspections and Lightning Protection Inspections
• Ensured life cycle management of Army Ammunition was maintained
• Conduct ammunition safety surveys
• Conducted De-Mil of Army Ammunition
Aviation Modification Electrician
Dyn Corp Intl - Fort Campbell, KY - January 2004 to July 2005
Aviation Modification Electrician Fort Campbell, KY 1/04- 7/05
Installed and tested electrical systems MWO modifications on CH-47, UH-60, AH-64, and OH-58 Aircraft.
• Preformed Pre-modification functional testing of Avionic Systems
• Removed existing modifications IAW MWO Specifications
• Conducted pin to continuity checks of installed modifications
• Preformed Post modification functional testing
Weapons System Supervisor
DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY - Everett, WA - October 1983 to November 2003
Leading supervisor for 65 personnel in seven work centers. Ensured personnel received proper training and
mentorship. Checked weekly maintenance reports for accuracy and completeness. Conduct QA checks to
ensure repairs were conducted to specifications. Checked accuracy of alignments on interface converters,
radar processors, servo systems, six track radars, and hydraulics and pneumatics system components.
Recognized as subject matter expert for NATO Seasparrow and MK 23 TAS Radar. Strong ability to read
blueprints, schematics and technical manuals and drawings.
• Conducted Radar cooling systems checks
• Conducted System Alignment checks
• Calibrated Radar System outputs
• Maintained Missile Launcher
• Conduct Gun System Pneumatic and Hydraulic checks
EDUCATION
PGSS Operator
PGSS Operator Canidate School - Yuma, AZ
2012 to 2012
Quality Assurance
Qualoty Assurance Supervisor - San Diego, CA
1996 to 1996
Electronics Maintence and Repair
NATO Seasparrow Surface Missle System - Mare Island, CA
1992 to 1992
Electronics Maintenance and Repair
Firecontrolman A School - Great Lakes, IL
1983 to 1984
SKILLS
Depot Level Soldering
MILITARY SERVICE
Service Country: US
Branch: US Navy
Rank: E-6
October 1983 to November 2003
Retired from Navy as a Firecontrolman First Class with expirence on NATO Seasparrow Surface Missle
System, Close In Weapons System, AN/SPS 48E 3D search radar, Mk23 TAS Radar, Tartar Missle System,
Harpoon Missle System, Mk152 computer complex.
CERTIFICATIONS
TWIC
May 2012 to May 2017
Merchant Mariner Credential
June 2012 to June 2017
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Aerostat / Lighter-Than-Air (LTA) Systems
Operation Of EO/IR Gimbaled Camera Systems (MX-15/20, FLIR)
RF telemetry systems
Radio Communications Equipment
Fiber Optic Transmission Systems (Analysis, Splicing, Termination)
Industrial Generator Systems (DCA-45USI Generator)
O&M Aerostat Avionics
O&M Aerostat 22M
T-COM Mooring Systems (PGSS)
Video Distribution Systems & FMV
Photographic/Image Interpretation
Networking & Information Systems
2D/3D Search Radar O & M
Fire Control Track Radar O & M
Analog/Digital Converters
Digital/Analog Converters
Servo Systems
Synchro Systems
Radar Cooling Systems
Expertise In Providing Reports And Analyses
Shipboard Combat Systems Trainer
Pneumatic System Maintenance and Repair
Hydraulic System Maintenance and Repair
Ships Self Defense Security Force
Weapons Surety Program
Ammunition Safety and Surveillance
Electronics Troubleshooting and Repair
Hand Tool Usage
Portable Test Equipment
Built in Test Equipment
AC power Principles
DC Power Principles
Waveguide Theory
Power Amplifiers (TWT and Klystrons)
Main Frame Computers
Power Distribution Switchboard