Nicholas Blankenship

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Summary of Qualifications

Astute, results-oriented professional with 4 years of US Navy military and avionics experience with also having electronic test experience with Control Boxes on the production level. Extensive knowledge of troubleshooting, system and component repair. Ability to implement test and repairs to electronic equipment. Understanding of wiring principles and able build/maintain wiring harnesses. Key qualifications including:

Test Experience Avionics Technician Time Management Soldering Experience Troubleshooting Goal Oriented Experience

AVIONICS TECHNICIAN I-LEVEL FLEET READINESS CENTER WEST SEPT2015-OCT2017

· Provided intermediate and depot level maintenance support for 18 F/A-18 fleet squadrons, 1 F/A-18 fleet replacement squadron, 1 MH-60s SAR unit, 2 test and evaluation squadrons, 6 aircraft carriers, ad 9 repair and return sites.

· Repaired 237 Weapon Replaceable Assemblies encompassing 1,361 maintenance man-hours, resulting in 89 percent Ready-for-Issue rate and contributed to 70 percent reduction in work center backlog.

· Trained 15 Sailors in Foreign Object Damage prevention resulting in zero noted discrepancies, contributing to a grade of “On Track” during 217 Aviation Maintenance Inspection.

· Was an active member of FRC West’s Coalition of Sailors Against Destructive Decisions resulting in 15 off duty hours at the Fresno Bulldogs Football Association, 12 off duty hours volunteering at San Francisco 49r’s Football events, and volunteering at the NAS Lemoore Halloween event raising over

$40,000 for future command events.

AVIONICS TECHICIAN O-LEVEL STRIKE FIGHTER SQUADRON 2 NOV2017-SEPT2018

· Avionics Crew Leader who was responsible for performing scheduled/unscheduled maintenance on weapon systems, RADAR, COMM/NAV/IFF, ECM/DECM, ATFLIR, and mission computer systems in 12 F/A-18E/F aircraft.

· Contributed the execution of 531 maintenance actions resulting in 608 mishap-free flight hours and a 98 percent completion rate of flights onboard the USS Carl Vinson during the 2018 WESTPAC deployment and the 2018 RIMPAC exercise.

· Advanced to Petty Officer 2nd Class which held the responsibilities of training junior Sailors on avionic troubleshooting, program management, and flight deck/aircraft safety. Electronics Test Technician WHITEPATH FAB TECH FEB2019-JAN2021

• Test Technician who assisted in the development and implementation of testing equipment for Carrier, Florida Heat Pump, and Otis Control boxes. Electronic tests using PLC, 120 3-Phase VAC, 480 VAC, and 24 VAC. Assisted Engineers in using Microsoft Visual Studio and Keysight Multiplexor and Relays controls to program automated testing.

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• Supported 13 production assembly lines with units on test. Used digital multimeter and unit schematics to troubleshoot failing test. Performed troubleshooting with transformers, control contactors, relays, control boards, and wiring in control units.

• Built and maintained wiring harnesses and testing equipment which included using stripping/crimping wiring tools and soldering iron. Inspected testing equipment instituting daily checks and upgrades.

Education

· Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering at Kennesaw State University

· Recruit Basic Military Training. 8 weeks. NOV14

· Avionics Tech I-Level. 16 weeks. JUN15

· AN/US636 Consolidated Automated Support System, maintenance and calibration. 7 weeks. SEP15

· F/A-18E/F Avionics System INIT maintenance. 15 weeks. SEP17

· Wire Bundle Repair. 2 weeks. OCT17.

Awards

· Global War on Terrorism Service medal

· Good Conduct medal

· Marksman 9MM Pistol medal

· National Defense Service medal

· Sea Service Deployment Ribbon

· FRC West Fleet Letter of Commendation

· VFA 2 Fleet Letter of Commendation

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