Quality Assurance Technician

Drew D. Wallington

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Dedicated FAA Airframe and Powerplant certified associate possessing more than 15 years of aerospace and military maintenance experience

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONSSupported ground processing and operation of NASA’s Space Transportation System resulting in 22 successful missions over 8 years.Skilled with use and care of hand tools, precision instruments and sensitive hardware.Extensive maintenance background; adept at interpreting drawings, blueprints, and schematics.Team leader who ensures compliance with established procedures and motivates team members to achieve objectives.Determined problem-solver with emphasis on quality of work and attention to detail.General knowledge of Quality Assurance processes and procedures.Proven record of flexibility and adaptability to any assignment or position.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Professional Aircraft Accessories, Titusville, FL 2011– present

Gear Technician

Carry out repair and refurbishment of landing gear assemblies for commercial regional aircraft such as CRJ 100, 200, 700, and Challenger 601 and 604 jets.Enable gear overhaul, reassembly, and recertification process in accordance with FAA and company established requirements and regulations.Responsible for updating, maintaining, and tracking overhaul, life limit, and modification records.Assist with training of less-experienced employees in the overhaul process.Fully certified in overhaul of CRJ 100/200 main gear assemblies.

United Space Alliance, Kennedy Space Center, FL 2003 – 2011

Senior Aerospace Technician

Responsible for maintenance, calibration, and safe operation of liquid hydrogen cryogenic storage system. Supported other ground support systems as needed to maintain rigid Space Shuttle launch schedule.Assisted with payload processing in support of construction and re-supply of the International Space Station.Returned seven hundred-thousand gallons of liquid hydrogen to Air Products Corp. to relieve national hydrogen shortage following Hurricane Katrina. Received NASA Group Achievement Award and Congressional recognition.Participated in flagship Aerospace Technician Certification program with SpaceTEC National Resource Center; Achieved certification in February 2005.Supported FOD control and 5S programs within space hardware processing areas.Trained and mentored less-experienced technicians to facilitate mission readiness.

United States Army Reserve, Orlando, FL 2005 – 2007

Intelligence Analyst

Analyzed data received from field intelligence resources, compiled reports and created daily intelligence briefings for top-level general officers.

Drew D. Wallington Page 2Responsible for safeguarding and handling highly classified information; Received Top Secret security clearance with SCI rating in 2006.Increased operational level of company vehicles by assisting unit mechanics in fulfilling maintenance requirements.

Jet Executive Center, Eckerd Corporation, St. Petersburg, FL 2003

Aircraft Service Technician

Contracted to perform servicing, cleaning, fueling, and baggage handling on DC-9 and MD-88 aircraft for Southeast Airlines.Participated in safe aircraft placement and movement at high traffic international airport.Provided services in safe, timely manner to facilitate adherence to strict flight schedule.

Fox Protective Services, Tampa, FL 2002

Security Officer

Provided security services to large shipping depot and local community college.

United States Army, Ft. Bragg, NC / Camp Howze, South Korea 1997 – 2001

Light Wheeled Mechanic

Performed preventative maintenance on HMMWV, 5-ton trucks, and armored vehicles; Carried out troubleshooting and corrected deficiencies to return vehicles to safe operational condition.Demonstrated use of technical manuals, schematics, flowcharts, and standard operating procedures.Mastered use of hand and power tools, multi-meters, and troubleshooting equipment.Familiar with fluid analysis and trend monitoring.

Combat Engineer

Responsible for safe handling and proper usage of high explosives and dangerous weaponry; cleared minefields and obstacles to prevent casualties; operated heavy construction machinery.Maintained vehicles, weapons, and equipment for constant operational readiness as part of rapid deployment force.Participated in construction of runway extension and improvement at Harnett County Airport, NC.Provided leadership and guidance for junior enlisted soldiers.

EDUCATION

National Aviation Academy, Clearwater, FLSpecialized Associates Degree in Aviation Maintenance, 2003Airframe and Powerplant certificate

AWARDS

Space Flight Awareness Team Award, 2008, United Space Alliance, Kennedy Space Center, FL

Group Achievement Award (2), 2006, United Space Alliance, Kennedy Space Center, FL

Employee of the Month, 2005, United Space Alliance, Kennedy Space Center, FL

Army Commendation Medal, 2001, United States Army, Camp Howze, South Korea

Army Good Conduct Medal, 2000, United States Army, Camp Howze, South Korea

COMPUTER SKILLS

Windows XP/Vista/7, Microsoft Office, Solumina, Cips Maximo, Internet search engines, E-mail, Airpax

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