Full name: Darice Livingston
Shift Timings: 1st Shift
Last FIVE digits of SSN: 10264
Is candidate a Former Spirit Employee: No
Summary:
Professional experience working on United States Army / Department of Defense, Gulfstream, Lockheed Martin, MHI, STI- Dobbs Air force Base, Triumph, PEMCO, AAR, Air Canada, Flight Star, with Aerospace industry experience.
Responsible for performing Installations, assembly, sub assembly and structures Boeing.
Worked on Boeing 757, 747, 737s, A319, A320, A321, A380 & Airbus
Worked on Jet Blue, 320, 319, 321 & UH-60, Medevac, C-130, MD -11
Responsible for setup and performance and preventive maintenance on a range of aircraft, handled the fabrication and structural.
Assembled aircrafts, working as a structures technician, composite & component bonder/fabrication, systems & repair work for multiple aircrafts
Inspection of parts, aircraft structure, Sheet metal repair, riveting, painting, Teardown, inspects, and rebuild piston engine, Basic weight and balance calculations, Safety wiring, troubleshooting, read schematics
Fastener replacement and fastener capsulation, installing standoff installation, sealant rework and corrosion prevention, touch-up of decorative finishes, left/right, midland leading edges, fillet seal replacement C/T rib assembly.
Insert & Install rivets and hi-loks, Read Blueprints, Responsible for mechanical repairs and maintenance for structural parts Build Skid Steer and drive motors, Read Blueprints and quality control, Re-work all parts or jobs that need repair
Education:
Aviation Institute of Maintenance – Chesapeake, VA / Duluth, GA 2014
Florida State College – Jacksonville, FL 2012
Goose Creek High School – Goose Creek, SC 2002
Professional Work Experience:
Reason of Gap: Unemployed Looking for a Job 04/2022 To Till Now
Gulfstream, Savannah GA 01/2022 To 03/2022
Avionics Technician
Provide direct training to personnel to support company cross-training goals while ensuring a safety conscience, quality oriented, skilled workforce.
Conduct troubleshoots and teaches troubleshooting processes/concepts to provide timely, quality repairs of malfunctioning systems.
Enforces the company FOD program, tool control program, 5-S program and all safety regulations
Conducts functional and operational tests to evaluate performance and reliability.
Demonstrated the skills and knowledge required to effective and efficiently repair or replace defective components and wiring to ensure installations meet conformity
Maintain up to date knowledge and skills required, while obtaining course completion of FIBER OPTIC Certification
Lockheed Martin, Greenville SC 05/2021 To 08/2021
Structural Mechanic
Perform repetitive movements and work overhead, occasionally sit climb and balance. Provided support by inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing, overhauling and modifying aircraft systems and power plants in accordance with established written procedures, specifications, and standards with certificate of completion for the following.
Split Sleeve Cold working (FTI)
Jurisdiction and Classification 101
Atlas Perform Check-ins for Leaders
I-R Responsibilities/Process-Production/Quality Assurance/
F22 Interchangeability-Replicability
F-16 Interchangeability-Replicability
DTP Material Center Data Loading
Cryogenics Handling of Materials QUAL
Material Handling Processes and Procedure
MHI-Bridgeport - WV 02/2021 To 04/2021
Structural Mechanic
Effectively document job completion of paperwork, read blueprints to ensure build and modification completion, followed both written and verbal instructions
Performs sheet metal bends to guidelines and specifications as dictated in normal aviation practices
Build components for aircraft applications using a variety of sheet metal materials
Shoot and buck rivets to specifications
Recognize differences in types of metals including structural strength and thickness
Performed repairs to the aircraft along with determine which repairs can or cannot be made
STI- Dobbs Air force Base - Mariette, GA 09/2019 To 12/2020
Sheet Metal Technician
Installation of Automatic Dependent Surveillance-
Broadcast (ADS-B) out and mode select Enhanced Surveillance (EHS) system on selected C-130 Aircrafts
Department of the Air Force Technical Order-
These modifications require specific accomplishment at a time designated by the lead and AFLCM/WLNM.
Performed system operations check and inspections in accordance with Paragraph 7.2 of TCTO
Install GPS Antenna mounting provisions/ receiver and EBC mount per drawing 87522
Install locate Doubler/Adapter plate/wet rivets w/81733 B1/2 sealant
Clean/Alodine exposed surfaces
Remove clecos, deburr and counter sink holes
Apply prime/paint fastener heads and stripped surfaces
Assembles GPS receiver assembly per drawings 87558
Inspect install and obtain parts
Trans Stats - ST Louis MI 04/2019 To 05/2019
Sheet Metal
Inspect, test and repair the electronic components of aircraft communications,
inspect, test, adjust, and repair the electronic components of aircraft communications, navigation, and flight-control systems
compile complete maintenance-and-overhaul records for duty performed
calibrate and adjust the frequencies of communications apparatus when installed and perform periodic functions
Measure and mark dimensions and reference lines on metal sheets
Drill holes in metal for screws, bolts, and rivets
Install metal sheets with supportive frameworks
Fabricate or alter parts at construction sites
Triumph Aerospace Structures - Red Oak, TX 05/2018 To 08/2018
Aerospace Structures / Assembly
Perform or inspects setups and adjustments, holding tolerance to blueprint and work instructions specifications
Conducted a wide variety of complex tests on fluids and electrical systems, checkouts, troubleshooting and rework on components, instruments and assemblies; may prepare reports and suggest improvements and modifications from data collected monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other controll3ed procedures.
Lead inventory and cycle count, 29 left hand and right hand and 31 left hand and right hand.
Experience in:
Product development
Skins & Stringers
Metallic/composite construction
Highly automated facilities
Designs, analysis and testing
Integrated wings
PEMCO - Tampa, FL 11/2017 To 04/2018
Structures Mechanic
Performed chassis installation of mod man in top part of fuselage crown from frame 59 to frame 60
Performed chassis installation of KANDU electrical system from frame 60 to frame 61
Performed chassis installation of KRFU band radio frequency from frame 56 to frame 57
Installed brackets and drilled holes on interior and exterior of aircraft in order to install transformer and receiver.
HAECO - Lake City, FL / Macon, GA 08/2016 To 10/2017
Avionics Technician
Tested electronic instruments, using circuit testers, oscilloscopes, and voltmeters
Repair or replace malfunctioning components side wall panel ceiling panel and seats
Assemble components, such as electrical controls and junction boxes and install software
Interpret flight test data to diagnose malfunctions and performance and problems
Keep records of maintenance and repair work
Performs Battery 1 and 2, Extraction Power available, manages key point PPOS Data Display
Operates ADIRS: IR 1, IR 2, IR 3
Conduct engine test United aircraft model and Jet Blue, 320, 319, 321, FADEC 1 and 2 on ground and maintenance test, check inlet, outlet, temperature airspeed, air attraction
AAR - Duluth, MN / Miami, FL / Rockford, IL 12/2014 To 07/2016
Sheet Metal Mechanic
Installed & tested new go-go 2ku airborne Wi-Fi subsystem components.
Installed in- cabin network; wireless access point and servers after removing old system components.
Rewired power also data lines.
Test components after installing to ensure grounding to the proper connection.
Reconfigured & Tested internet protocol (TCP/IP).
Performing assembly/disassembly of cargo bays (aft & forward)
Removing and replacing of interiors
Performing drilling and riveting on cross beams
Air Canada - Duluth, MN / Miami, FL / Rockford, IL 12/2014 To 07/2016
Sheet Metal Mechanic
Performed exceptional work on the Airbus product line, A319, A320, A321 under AAR
Flaps, wings, door, side panelling conducting drilling, riveting, and etc. on aircraft
Responsible for interior, removal, and install aircraft interior pieces, including doors,
bulkheads, lavatories, carpeting, sound-proofing mechanisms, lighting, and cabinets.
Oversee an airplane's radar system, radio communications equipment and the flight controls.
Responsible for inspecting and testing the complex electrical and computer systems.
Perform assemble and install electrical components and keep detailed written records of repair
work performed on aircraft.
Interiors replace, complete cabin reconfiguration and system integration, varnishing wood veneer replacement, soft coverings carpets, curtains replacement, flooring and counter tops.
Kaman Aerospace - Jacksonville, FL 01/2014 To 08/2014
Structural Mechanic / Assembly
Responsible to build, fit and install fabricated parts to manufacture fixed wing or rotary wing aircraft or aircraft sub-assemblies
In-depth knowledge of the standard procedures and guidelines of repairing, servicing and maintenance of UH-60 Medevac S-model, and M-model
Perform the tasks of pre joined assembling 1A, 1B laydown and modifying aircraft components and systems
Performed all fabrication tasks in assigned UH-60 MEDVAC, capable of operating all workstations, equipment within the assigned cell(s).
Responsible for maintaining production output of cell(s) to schedule, ensuring tact time is attained with a minimum of scrap, waste or downtime.
Flight Star - Jacksonville, FL 06/2013 To 10/2013
Structural Mechanic
Performing Structure work on Boeing 737s (wings, airframes, cargo, and etc.). Experience shooting and bucking rivets.
Conducted aircraft and safety procedures training
Performed routine servicing of aircraft engines, accessories, and secondary systems
Identified, removed, and installed inspection access panels and aircraft components
Installs, routes, dresses, ties, and clamps electrical components
Department of Defense 07/2005 To 12/2012
Contract Service Assignments
United States Army - Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan 12/2011 To 12/2012
Sheet Metal Mechanic
Structural mechanic skilled in helicopter repair and sheet metal (UH-60s (A, L, M))
Experience performing structural work on aircraft by working on skins, shooting rivets, countersinking, bucking, and etc. to ensure the aircraft is flight worthy.
Conducted inspection, testing, repairs, maintenance, and servicing of aircraft.
Fabrication, assembly, installation, and repair of sheet metal products and equipment.
Remove and install aircraft sub-assemblies and components.
Have experience working with and around fuselages and fuel tanks.
URS Corporation - Warner Robins, GA 11/2011 To 12/2011
Aircraft Mechanic (United States Air Force)
Inspection and repair of military transport aircraft
Troubleshoot malfunctions in aircraft structures – landing gear, flight surfaces and controls, anti-icing, pneudralic, engines, auxiliary power unit, ventilation and heating systems\
Fabrication, modification, and installation of sheet metal for aircraft
Experience performing structural work on aircraft by working on skins, shooting rivets, countersinking, bucking, and etc. to ensure the aircraft is flight worthy.
Performed repair and assembly of wing structures on aircraft by doing sheet metal fabrication and maintenance. Performed repairs on ribs and spars on the wings of the aircraft and skin replacement/repair.
Have experience working with and around fuselages and fuel tanks on the aircraft by doing checks, preventative maintenance and etc. on the aircraft. Performed work on fuel tanks when leaks occurred.
Assist NDI in inspection of aircraft wings and fuselage
URS Corporation - Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan 11/2010 To 11/2011
Force Protection (United States Air Force)
Provide security and safety for facility
Monitor personnel flow through screening check points
Close and/or reopen identified areas in the event of security breaches or official notification
General Dynamics IT Submarine - Chesapeake, VA 08/2007 To 10/2010
Mechanical Technician (United States Navy)
Gained power generator technician experience on MD-11, B-747, C-130, B-757, A-380, UH-60
Perform aircraft modifications and maintenance functions of airframes, landing gear, engine components, and electrical components
Responsible for maintenance and repairs of electronic, electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems
Military Sealift Command - Virginia Beach, VA 07/2005 To 01/2007
Wiper (United States Navy)
Perform routine deck maintenance and ship preservation
Responsible for maintenance and repair of ship machinery – material handling, equipment, elevators, and winches
Bouchard Transportation - Staten Island, NY 10/2003 To 06/2005
Deckhand
Skilled in the safe operation of water vehicles
Operated and maintained ship’s anchor and cable equipment
Performed tasks associated with whip’s rigging, rope work, and lifesaving equipment