Quality Assurance Power Plant
Resume:
Kelly Leatherwood
Email: *********@********.***
Address: **** ******* ***** ******* **** #C203
City: Everett
State: WA
Zip: 98203
Country: USA
Phone: 619-***-****
Skill Level: Experienced
Salary Range: 60
Willing to Relocate
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KELLY S. LEATHERWOOD
619-***-**** * *********@********.***
OBJECTIVE
Utilize experience, education, and training to obtain a Supervisory, Quality Assurance Inspector, or Aircraft Mechanic position.
VALUE OFFER
Highly motivated and focused. A detail-oriented and analytical operations professional with extensive experience in aircraft maintenance/repair, safety, regulatory compliance, quality assurance, testing, equipment management, troubleshooting, preventative/corrective measures, staff development, and engineering. Works well under pressure, often in difficult circumstances. Possesses knowledge, strength, and judgment to be an integral part of team. An outstanding learner with the ability to absorb many different styles of teachings and create unique ways to handle any situation. As an innovative problem-solver, breaks down complex issues and offers tangible solutions. Quickly learns and applies new skills, providing value-added contributions to an organization. An analytical performer who assesses complex situations thoroughly and implements efficient solutions. A natural leader who commits to high standards and motivates teams toward achieving common goals. Proven ability to multitask in a fiercely competitive, fast-paced environment.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
UNITED STATES NAVY, 1998 - 2012
U.S. Navy Force-wide reduction due to mandated budget constraints. Combat Veteran.
USS CARL VINSON (CVN70), San Diego, California
U.S. Navy Super Aircraft Carrier deployed in support of the Global War on Terrorism.
Power Plants Division Supervisor, Collateral Duty Inspector, Test Cell Operator, 2010-2012
Led production efforts of eight talented technicians in successful tear down, inspection, assembly and testing of F404-GE-400 and F414-GE-400 engines. Implemented and reviewed associated new aircraft technical directives. Ensured use of naval aviation maintenance program 4790.2A and auditing of programs, using computerized self-evaluation checklist program. Ensured 157 maintenance actions were completed with highest degree of quality and workmanship.
* Served as work center supervisor, leading 14 technicians to complete scheduled/unscheduled maintenance on F414-GE-400, F404-GE-400, J52-P-408, T56-425/427, and T-700 engines, ensuring proper maintenance compliance in accordance with naval aviation maintenance program 4790.2A and maintenance technical manuals` schematics.
* Managed troubleshooting and replacement of 12 high-pressure engine compressors, 16 low-pressure turbines, five fan modules, five main fuel controls, and seven afterburner modules, quickly returning 14 aircraft to mission-ready status. Maximized support during Western Pacific deployment of 2012 and Operation Enduring Freedom.
* Made immediate impact as A/W37T-1A test cell operator by repairing and successfully completing engine operational runs on F414-GE-400 and F404-GE-400 engines.
* Trained eight junior and inexperienced personnel on A/W37T-1A test cell during Western Pacific deployment of 2012, resulting in two operator qualifications and building highly efficient and formidable team.
* Meticulously maintained work center's safety and training programs, resulting in zero discrepancies during three quality assurance audits.
VRC-30, San Diego, California
Work Center Supervisor, Technician, 2007-2009
Served as work center supervisor in charge of 16 power plant maintenance technicians. Temporarily assigned to squadron's corrosion control work center. Sanded and repainted aircraft.
* Led completion of 28 seven-days and 17 14-days as lead troubleshooter during daily aircraft launches.
* Leveraged exceptional knowledge of aviation maintenance, naval aviation occupational safety and health (NAVOSH) policies, and superb orchestration of safety program, resulting in zero discrepancies during command NAVOSH inspection.
VAQ-135, Whidbey Island, Washington
Shift Supervisor, Technician, Low-Power Turn Operator, 2004-2006
Supervised seven personnel with EA-6B Prowler. Ensured safe and accurate maintenance procedures.
* Removed/reinstalled unprecedented 29 J52-P-408 engines on EA-6B Prowler during Western Pacific deployment in 2005.
* Logged 70 incident-free low-power engine turns during scheduled engine checks, engine troubleshooting, and post-maintenance checks.
VAQ-128, Whidbey Island, Washington
Technician, Day Shift Supervisor, 2002-2004
Led six personnel in scheduled/unscheduled maintenance, daily inspections, as well as safe launch and recovery procedures on four EA-6B Prowlers.
* Volunteered as fuel cell team member in 2002 and 2003.
* Fixed power plant-related discrepancies, took oil samples, as well as removed and replaced engines for four EA-6B aircraft. Successfully resolved fuel cell discrepancies.
VMFAT-101, Miramar, California
Trainee, Plane Captain, 2000-2002
Held responsibility for engine/hydraulic oil servicing, daily and turnaround inspections, pre-flight preparations for pilots, and aircraft washes. Provided updates and relayed messages to maintenance control during aircraft launches and recoveries via radio.
* Led aircraft refueling team by ensuring personnel refueled turning aircraft properly and safely.
* Recognized for discovering broken connecting link on main landing gear door and missing rivets on wing during pre-flight check.
* Received Hornet handler award for finding sheared bolts inside variable exhaust nozzle of afterburner during pre-flight check.
* Volunteered to contribute towards removal of aft fuel cell.
SPECIAL TRAINING
Awarded the following Navy Enlisted Classifications (NECs) concurrent with these equivalent civilian job descriptions as defined by the Department of Labor`s Dictionary of Occupational Titles (DOT):
Intermediate Maintenance Activity (IMA) Work Center (Optimized), 2010
IMA Power Plants Work Center Supervisor, 2010
E-2/C-2 54460-1 Propeller System Intermediate Maintenance, 2010
T56-A-425/427 Engine Second Degree Intermediate Maintenance, 2010
E-2C/C-2A T56-A-425 Power Plant and Related Systems (Initial) Organizational Maintenance, 2006
First Line Leadership Development Program, 2004
EA-6B Power Plants and Related Systems (Initial) Organizational Maintenance, 2002
F/A-18 Power Plants and Related Systems (Initial) Organizational Maintenance, 2000
Aviation Machinist Mate Turbojet Fundamentals, Class A1, 1999
Aviation Machinist Mate Common Core, 1999
Job Oriented Basic Skills (JOBS), Electronic Strand Four, Class AP, 1999
Navy Recruit Training, 1998
Navy Enlisted Classifications (NECs):
6422 Test Cell Operator/Maintainer, 2010-2012
6423 T-56-425/427 Turboprop Engine and Propeller IMA Mechanic, 2010-2011
8805 C-2/E-2 Systems Organizational Initial Maintenance Technician, 2007-2011
8832 EA-6B Systems Organizational Initial Maintenance Technician, 2002-2010
8842 F/A-18 A/B/C/D Systems Organizational Initial Maintenance Technician, 2003-2007
F/A-18 Systems Organizational Initial Maintenance Technician, 2001-2003
F/A-18 Systems Organizational Apprentice Maintenance Technician, 2000-2001
AWARDS & HONORS
Personal Awards for Recognition of Performance:
Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal, 2002, 2006
Flag Letter of Commendation, 2009
Campaign and Unit Awards:
Battle Efficiency -E- Award, 2005, 2011
Good Conduct Medal, 2002, 2005, 2008, 2011
Joint Meritorious Unit Award, 2004
Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, 2004
Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, 2003
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