KEVIN WILDER

Gulf Breeze, FL ***** 269-***-**** advh77@r.postjobfree.com

SENIOR AIRCRAFT MECHANIC

“Maximizing Aircraft Capability and Serviceability through Rigorous Maintenance”

●Reliable, methodical Aircraft Fuel Mechanic with 8+ years of comprehensive experience performing complex maintenance services of various aircraft operated by the United States Air Force, including routine, troubleshoot and special repairs. 1+ years of aircraft wash experience on the C-130 model aircraft.

●Possess an Active Department of Defense (DOD) SECRET Security Clearance as well as unmatched expertise of handling/troubleshooting different aircraft models and various series of the C-130, such as the C-130J, C-130H, F-15 as well as F-16, and the CV-22 Osprey.

●Adept in conducting Flight line inspections covering preflight, thru-flight, post-flight, and phase inspections.

●Demonstrates strong organizational and problem-solving skills, proactive in leading robust initiatives, and identifying opportunities for improvement, including curtailing 24-hour job to 8 hours, allowing for a timely departure of transient aircraft.

●Flexible Aircraft Worker, able to identify and assess aircraft corrosion for prevention and repair maintenance.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Aircraft Preventive Maintenance Maintenance Planning Operational Checkouts & Inspections CAMS/IMDS & G081 Repairs & Components Replacement Supervision & Leadership Training & Development

CAREER EXPERIENCE & ACHIEVEMENTS

The United States Air Force – Hurlburt Field, FL

Aircraft Fuel Systems Mechanic • Nov 2017 – Aug 2019

Fulfilled various complex functions, performing preventive and routine maintenance services of all aircraft fuel systems in accordance with policies, procedures, requirements, and specifications established by the United States Air Force, as well as the manufacturer’s guidelines.

●Diagnosed and resolved the fuel system, including component malfunctions using technical publications and analytic techniques.

●Facilitated several preventive maintenance activities, including CV-22 depot-level maintenance, completing 10 cells removal within 10 hours, shortening the estimated 48-hour depot task to meet deadlines while maintaining the highest quality of work.

●Performed troubleshooting on AC-130U malfunctions utilizing technical experience, trouble analysis charts, and theory of operations.

●Spearheaded inspections such as MC-130P structural assessment, and replacement of faulty/non-repairable system components including fuel level control valve, reducing 24-hour job to 8 hours, and enabling transient aircraft to depart on time.

●Conducted functional tests and operational assessments on repaired components and systems to ensure its serviceable condition.

●Assisted colleagues in uplifting skills and required competencies, conducting coaching on the fuel distribution system, and operating procedures, increasing qualified 3 and 5 core levels by 10% and initiating combat training of 10 aircrews.

The United States Air Force – RAMSTEIN AFB, Germany

Aircraft Fuel Systems Journeyman• Jul 2014 – Nov 2017

Served a key role in conducting removal, repair, installation, inspection, and operational check of fuel systems on 14 C-130J aircraft valued at $783M.

●Achieved 100% Quality Assurance pass rate by $12K+ bench stock program management, vigorously inspecting 3K+ item accounts, and safe handling of hazardous materials, including its storage and disposal in compliance with regulations.

●Contributed to the successful United Assistant mission of delivering 650+ tons of Ebola medical relief by facilitating the replacement of the damaged/faulty cross-ship valve within 4 hours instead of 7 hours estimated completion time.

●Prevented the loss of 7K+ lbs of JP8 fuel by promptly responding to a red ball ground emergency fuel leak, identified the jammed drain valve was stuck open position as the source of the problem and restored valve to serviceable condition.

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The United States Air Force– Mary Esther, FL/ Bagram, Afghanistan

Aircraft Fuel Systems Journeyman • Dec 2012 – Jul 2014

Engaged in complex repairs and maintenance control including restoring MC-130H Aircraft battle damages, sealing punctured main tank within 36 hours, and rehabilitating $150M+ worth of Special Operations combat asset into fully-functional/serviceable condition.

●Enabled aircraft timely departure for training mission by identifying faulty refuel drain pump and replacing it within 1 hour only.

●Completed the cell fuel leak repair of AC-130U, including tracking and replacing 8 sworn seals to avoid a 72-hour cell change.

●Rectified AC-130U vent failure after determining and replacing cracked vent can in 36 hours, half the time of expected repair finish.

OTHER RELATED CAREER EXPERIENCE

Aircraft Mechanic, Amentum, NAS Navy Base, Pensacola FL, July 2021 - Current

Dorm Facility Technician, All Services LLC, Eglin AFB, Fort Walton Beach FL, Sept 2019 - June 2020

Aircraft Fuel Systems Craftsman, United States Air Force, Mary Esther, FL, Aug 2011 – Aug 2012

Aircraft Fuel Systems Apprentice, SHEPPARD AFB, Wichita Falls, TX, May 2011 – Aug 2011

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

Psychology, PSYC 100 Course, University of Maryland University College, Maryland, FL, Aug 2015

Aircraft Maintenance Technology Certification, Northwest Florida State College, Niceville, FL, May 2013

COMPUTER/TECHNICAL SKILLS

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

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