GAVIN SEVERSON

Lemoore, CA *****

253-***-**** adsvl7@r.postjobfree.com

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Electronics Technician and U.S. Navy Veteran with a DoD Secret Security Clearance and 5 years of proven experience leading teams of up to 20 personnel in dynamic, fast-paced environments. Possess a comprehensive background in Aviation, Maintenance Programs, Electrical Systems, and Technical Inspections, derived from conducting domestic and global operations. Managed risk upon multiple lines to protect assets, property, and equipment valued at over $30M while leading maintenance teams through vigorous work schedules. Possess extensive knowledge in Quality Assurance, Systems Troubleshooting, and OSHA safety. Career supported by relevant training and experience gained from the military.

● Electronic Troubleshooting

● Collateral Duty Inspections

● Data Input Analysis

● Blueprints & Schematics

● Logistics Databases

● Technical QA Inspections

● Flight Navigation Systems

● Forklift Operation

● Microsoft Office Suite

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

UNITED STATES NAVY Lemoore, CA Oct 2018 – Present Production Supervisor, Electronics

Supervised, trained, evaluated, and directed daily activities and workflow of 20 technicians performing maintenance and repair of electrical systems and components of F/A-18 aircraft.

● Orchestrated the completion of 1K+ maintenance actions on Heads-Up Displays (HUD) Multi-Purpose Color Display Replacements, aircraft computers, and Front Control Displays; credited for saving $24.5M in replacement costs

● Supervised and managed production in accordance with Naval Aviation Maintenance Program (NAMP) policies and procedures to ensure top-quality products and support of F-18 aircraft, achieving a 97% program audit rating

● Served as Collateral Duty Inspector (CDI); performed inspections prior to accepting equipment; inspected in-work progress and conducted QA inspections to ensure complete functionality before releasing assets to customers

● Oversaw training, production, and performance of 20 personnel; conducted OJT sessions to maximize individual potential, achieving improvements in productivity and aircraft reliability

● Provided accurate technical and troubleshooting guidance to work center technicians to repair the most complex aircraft discrepancies; completed 20 Safe-for-Flight Quality Assurance Inspections Avionics Technician

Performed troubleshooting, isolation, repair, and/or replacement of F/A-18 electronics components and subcomponents. Removed, inspected, installed, tested, and modified aircraft instruments and flight control systems as required.

● Installed electrical and electronic components and assemblies.

● Used numerous testing equipment including oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, huntrons, and multimeters; saved the organization from excessive component replacement costs through adept fault troubleshooting and isolation skills

● Completed preventive/reparative maintenance on aircraft electronics and wire bundles; repaired multiple digital, power, and radio frequency circuit cards, and test equipment

● Analyzed and interpreted test data utilizing schematic diagrams and electronic troubleshooting tools to identify faulty assets down to the component level; performed BIT (built-in test) checks using specialized equipment

● Diagnosed malfunctions using technical orders, schematics, wiring diagrams, integrated test systems, and other test equipment; removed, replaced, and repaired faulty system wiring, electrical connectors, and multiconductor cables EDUCATION TRAINING

Consolidated Automatic Sport System (CASS) C-School US Navy 2018 Electronics Technician School (ATI-ATT A-School U.S. Navy 2018 120 Credit Hours, Elementary Education Saint Martin’s University Lacey, WA 2017 CERTIFICATIONS TECHNICAL SKILLS

Avionics: CDI Inspector (Intermediate) Wire Repair Qualified CASS Technician NALCOMIS HAZCOM Supervisor

CPR/AED Qualified Yellow Belt Forklift Operator ( Up to 15K)