Neil Edward Flowers

*** *** ********* ** ****, TN 38330 ac5cy4@r.postjobfree.com

731-***-****

Objective

To obtain a long-term position that utilizes my knowledge of Aircraft Maintenance and Sheet Metal.

Highlights

Exp. Secret Security Clearance

Ordnance and Aircraft Expertise

Knowledge of Missile and Weapons Systems

Quality Assurance

Self-Motivated

High Degree of Adaptability

Skills and Experience

Airframes/Sheet Metal

Proficient with reading, interpretation, and manufacturing of blueprints and diagrams

Drill, countersink and ream holes

Fiberglass and bonded honeycomb repair

Removal and replacement of skin panels and aircraft fasteners

Manufacture and testing of control cables

Comprehensive modification of aircraft structures

Corrosion control and aircraft painting

Comprehensive knowledge of Avionics and Aviation maintenance procedures, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, mechanical surface controls, heating and cooling systems

Test and troubleshoot components, instruments, and assemblies using multimeter

Read and interpret maintenance manuals, service bulletins, and other specifications to determine the feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components

Examine and inspect aircraft components including landing gear and hydraulic systems to locate cracks, leaks, overheats, or other problems

Aircraft and Ordnance Maintenance Knowledge

Conducted daily inspections, maintenance, and repairs of multi-million-dollar military aircrafts, missiles systems, ordnance, equipment, and mechanical components. Provided and scheduled pre and post flight checks, routine preventative upkeep, testing, missile and ordnance assembly and disassembly, repairs, and modification.

Oversaw military flight line in daily maintenance, repairs, set-up and operations of missiles, rockets, ammunitions, weapons systems and other ordnance to ensure that all equipment and maintenance coincided with flight line schedule and weapons and ordnance testing. Responsible for work product quality on flight line and in shop as the Quality Assurance Safety Observer and Unit Safety Representative. Coordinated necessary repairs and preventative maintenance.

Provided and managed assembly, disassembly, modification, and repairs of new and fleet return missiles and ordnance.

Prepared fighter jets for training exercises and overseas missions by configuring pylons, gun and ammunitions, missiles, rockets, and other ordnance. Prepared ordnance for military operations by cutting detonation cords, loading charge caps, mixing and applying compounds, mating of motors and equipment, and assembling all necessary materials.

Diagnosed and trouble shot routine and sudden problems to ordnance and missile systems and precisely determined the course of action for repairs quickly and efficiently in high pressure and liability situations within domestic and overseas military operations.

Ability to build, repair, modify, and calibrate complex aircraft and ordnance mechanical assemblies, avionics systems, missiles, weapons, and other military defense equipment through the use of electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic equipment.

Knowledge of complex electronic, mechanical, egress, and optical equipment and systems.

Ability to read, interpret, and complete projects based on records, blueprints, engineering drawings, and technical documentation.

Ordnance Inventory Maintenance and Reporting

Prepared detailed reports that tracked daily, monthly, and quarterly inventory and expenditure of 23 million dollars of classified ordnance equipment and supplies.

Ensured that all facilities, aircrafts, ordnance materials, and equipment were properly serviced and prepared for Department of Defense missions by managing maintenance logs, repairs, repair schedule, and personnel of over 30 military servicemen.

Certified and adept in using complex military computer software systems, including NALCOMIS/OOMA, to create, receive, and evaluate work orders to respond effectively.

Issued and received classified ordnance, ammunitions, and weapons for the United States Marine Corp’s largest ordnance and ammunitions supply facility after verifying and approving parts, ordnance, and equipment.

Instructing Ability/Personality Evaluating

Ability to be clear, concise, and to the point when leading a period of instruction.

Able to evaluate different learning styles and adjust teaching methods to said learning style.

Clear understanding of the different laws of learning.

Understand the importance of constructive criticism and able to recognize the different defense mechanisms and adjust training to help lower said defenses.

Professional Experience

Flowers Mobile Mechanic Services February 2018 to Present

Dyer, TN- Owner, Mechanic

Dawson Welding and Machine Works June 2016 to February 2017

Blytheville, Arkansas – CNC Machinist, Welder

Osceola, Arkansas – Field Crew for Big River Steel, Millwright

Rough Country Suspension Systems February 2015 to June 2016

CNC Machinist, Welder

VETCENTER August 2012 to December 2014

Work Study, Prescott, AZ – Social and Clerical Work

United States Marine Corps January 2008 to January 2012

Aviation Ordnance Maintenance Supervisor

FA-18 Fighter Jets - Ordnance and Ammunitions

Education

Tennessee College of Applied Technology August 2015 to Present

Mechanical Drafter/CAD

Airframe & Powerplant

Guidance Aviation May 2012 to April 2014

Commercial Helicopter Certificate with Instrument Rating

-265 hours PIC

Universal Helicopter Inc. May 2014 to June 2014

Night Vision Goggle Rating

Yavapai Community College May 2012 to December 2014

Professional Helicopter Pilot and General Studies

Problem Solving

Ability to read, interpret, and complete projects based on blueprints, engineering drawings, and technical documentation related to ordnance, weapons, and missile systems.

Reformatted the inventory, disbursement, and equipment use reports in order to update the records system to meet technological criteria. The newly developed reports were recognized by supervisors and company management as producing more precise and succinct records.

Accurately predicted the supply needs of the company using documentation of daily usage to maintain annual procurement quotas. Developed a daily usage prediction formula that significantly reduced the overhead of materials within the workplace.

Designated embark representative for overseas deployments, mission, and training travel. Oversaw the packing, shipping, travel, and relocation of company equipment and highly classified government materials to domestic and international locations.

Knowledge and of equipment and tools related to missile systems and components, weapons systems, ammunitions, rockets, and other ordnance.

Certifications, Training, and Awards

F/A-18 C/D Conventional Release Systems Testing F/A-8 C/D Conventional Weapon Course

United States Marine Corps Strike Fighter Weapons School

Aviation Ordnanceman Course

United States Marine Corps Naval Air Technical Training Center

Stores Management Systems Organizational Level III Maintenance United States Marine Corps Center of Naval Aviation Technical Training Unit

Nalcomis Work Center Supervisor Training

Department of the Navy

United States Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal

Department of Defense

Ammo-18 Final Examination

Naval Education and Training

Portable Electronic Devices and Removable Storage

Department of Defense

DOD Information Assurance Awareness

Department of Defense

Level III Computer Operations and Applications

Department of Defense

Level IV Computer Operations and Applications

Department of Defense

Level IV Field Experience in Management

Department of Defense

Level IV Maintenance Management

Department of Defense

Level IV Occupational Management

Department of Defense

Aircraft Corrosion and Paint Touch Up and Markings

Department of the Navy

Combat Marksmanship Instructor

Department of Defense

Certified Flight Instructor/ Ground

FAA

Commercial Helicopter Certificate/Instrument Rating/Airframe Cert.

FAA

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