Adam West
Email: ********@*********.***
Address:
City: Willard
State: MO
Zip: 65781
Country: USA
Phone: 703-***-****
Skill Level: Any
Salary Range:
Primary Skills/Experience:
Analytical and customer-oriented Field Engineer with expertise in repairing, troubleshooting, and maintaining highly sophisticated aircraft mechanical, wiring and weapon systems. Strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills; able to interact across all areas and levels in an organization. Current holder of Secret Security Clearance and capable of worldwide deployment.
Educational Background:
High School Dipolma from Missouri Department of Labor, Springfield MO 1/2001 to 9/2008 (Automatic Screw Machine Setup and Operate)
High School Dipolma from Airman Leadership School, Springfield MO 1/2001 to 12/2012
High School Dipolma from Career Development Course, Springfield MO 1/2001 to 12/2012
Job History / Details:
Professional Profile
Analytical and customer-oriented Field Engineer with expertise in repairing, troubleshooting, and maintaining highly sophisticated aircraft mechanical, wiring and weapon systems. Strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills; able to interact across all areas and levels in an organization. Current holder of Secret Security Clearance and capable of worldwide deployment.
Qualifications
Knowledgeable in SUAS/UAV Systems
Avionics installations and troubleshooting
Determining equipment modification
Data management
Technical support
Computer proficient
Process improvements
Collaborative team leadership
Experience
March 2011 to Current
Lockheed-Martin Afghanistan
Site Lead/ PTDS Field Engineer
Provide technical support to military client during $7M site buildup supporting camera surveillance force protection and/or mission in remote locations for the military customer.
Successfully completed site buildup before allotted time, enabling achievement of impressive 650,000 flight hours, maintaining less than 96 percentage Ao.
Supervise and train 14 site members on ensuring scheduled and unscheduled maintenance of aircraft and components are accurately performed and according to deadlines.
Led and perform deconstruction of systems down to component level in order to test each part.
Manage site manning requirements, leave schedules, shift schedules and data logs.
Serve as liaison between site and local command on status of site buildup and daily technical support activities, gain information on customer specifications and assess product needs.
Conduct technical analysis of product implementations, modifications, and enhancements.
Troubleshoot technical issues, determine solutions, and either repair issues or recommend corrective actions.
Deliver technical training and product briefings for customers, vendors, and company representatives.
September 2005 to March 2011
Positronic IND Springfield, Missouri
Team Lead
Managed and allocated work assignments for 7-person skilled trades team responsible for set-up, maintenance, and operation of 36 Bechler automatic screw machines.
Ensured machine set-ups, production and quality assurance initiatives complied with company guidelines.
Accurately and efficiently performed electrical, mechanical and pneumatic troubleshooting and maintenance.
Consistently exceeded expectations and standards for quality and production.
March 1997 to September 2005
US Air Force Various Domestic and International Locations
Aircraft Armament Systems Specialist
Managed and performed loading, unloading, and positioning of munitions on all aircraft.
Conducted inspection of repairs and installations, ensuring accuracy and quality.
Prioritized repairs, scheduled work orders, maintained shop efficiency, and ensured operator and customer satisfaction.
Tested electrical and electronic circuitry for continuity, voltage, and proper operation.
Ensured execution of all processes and practices in accordance with internal and external safety and quality standards.
Trained and evaluated 30 load crews of 3 technicians responsible for loading/unloading multiple munitions on aircraft.
Selected by senior management to execute special loads for Nuclear Surety Inspection, leading to outstanding ratings for operating unit.
Won several Load Crew of the Quarter awards.
Education
2008 Missouri Department of Labor Springfield, Missouri
Journeyman Automatic Screw Machine
Three year degree with courses in advance mathematics, electricity, programming, problem solving, toolmaking and layout/print reading.
2003 Airman Leadership School US Air Force,
Leadership
Course designed for preparing Non-Commissioned Officers for leadership focusing on group dynamics and conflict resolution.
2002 Career Development Course US Air Force,
7-Level - Craftsman Aircraft Armament Systems
In order to be awarded the 7-skill level in the Aircraft Armament Systems specialty, individuals must successfully complete the 7-skill level awarding course.
Level 7 coursework included: Handling of Explosive Loaded Aircraft, Use CAS, Maintain Training Records, Review MIS Automated Histories, Use AF Form 2430, and Total Force Integration (TFI) against 2.3 Relationship to AF Commands and Missions.
Technical Skills
Familiar with MX-20 cameras, CLAW II software, photographic/image interpretation, experience with aerostat or Lighter-than-Air (LTA) systems, fiber optic transmission systems (analysis, splicing, termination), experience with server (RAID) administration and control, avionics systems, video distribution systems, RF telemetry systems, serial data cable terminations, experience in lead soldering, test and diagnostics equipment (TMDE), electrical and mechanical troubleshooting, ability to read engineering drawings/blueprints, ability to read and interpret electronic schematics, aerial lift, forklifts, hydraulic systems, industrial generator sets, familiarity with military operations, acronyms, and military chain of command