Aircraft Mechanic Quality Assurance

**DEVANTE DURHAM**

Pensacola, FL ***** 912-***-**** ******@******.**

**PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY**

Highly skilled and motivated military veteran aircraft mechanic with over [Number] years of experience in administering, monitoring, and performing preventive and unscheduled maintenance on various aircraft. Proven ability to efficiently diagnose and repair complex systems, ensuring aircraft safety and operational readiness. Proficient in utilizing various tools and equipment, adhering to strict safety regulations, and maintaining detailed documentation. Adept at troubleshooting, conducting quality assurance checks, and providing training. Seeking a challenging position in the aviation industry where I can leverage my expertise and contribute to a high-performing team.

**WORK HISTORY**

**Gulfstream Aerospace** Savannah, GA Aircraft Mechanic 04/2024 – 12/2024 (8 months) Retro- repair G700 G800

**Repair & Reclamation, United States Air Force** [Location] Repair Technician 01/2021 – 03/2023

* Landing gears and flight controls: Adjusted/changed landing gear and flight control components; reclaimed downed aircraft, recovering valuable parts.

* Aircraft Bagging: Prepared aircraft for transport using airbags.

* Maintenance Activities: Completed all repair and maintenance activities promptly and to high-quality standards; conducted diagnostic procedures, providing accurate repair recommendations.

* Inspection & Refurbishment: Inspected and tested, repaired, and refurbished products for proper operation (wheels and tires).

* Weather Conditions: Worked effectively in diverse weather and ground conditions. Hydraulic mule operator,

Jacking operator,

Screw removal, shaving, and systems check

**United States Air Force** [Location] Aircraft Mechanic 12/2016 – 09/2022

* Preventive and Reparative Maintenance: Completed preventative and reparative maintenance on aircraft electronics and computer systems.

* Documentation: Maintained accurate and complete paperwork for each task, including recording maintenance actions in aircraft logbooks.

* Scheduled Maintenance: Performed scheduled preventive applications and unscheduled requirements to ensure proper and safe operations; performed wash preparations and lube; performed man-on-a-stand maintenance.

* Troubleshooting: Operated power tools, gauges, and testing equipment to adjust, repair, and replace faulty components; performed aircraft corrosion control procedures; coordinated and distributed exposure and contamination control procedures.

* Record Keeping: Maintained repair logs; documented all corrective and preventive aircraft maintenance; removed and installed aircraft subsystem assemblies.

* Cargo & Passenger Safety: Safeguarded delivery of 9,000 lbs of cargo and passengers.

* Leadership: Spearheaded and maintained a 37-year-old Talon 2 fleet, resulting in 1,400 PRDs and 5,000 maintenance actions; propelled unit's 5th straight command level MEA (Maintenance Effectiveness Award).

**SKILLS**

* Adept at servicing diverse aircraft systems (engines, fuel, LOX, utility, booster)

* Proficient in diagnosing and repairing aircraft systems

* Accurate and efficient repair capabilities

* Aircraft inspections (post-flight, through-flight, pre-flight)

* Equipment troubleshooting and repair

* Multimeter usage

* Equipment maintenance (hydraulic mule, air carts, power carts, FOD, forklift, overhead crane)

* IPB (Illustrated Parts Breakdown) proficient

* Familiar with FOD prevention procedures

* Tow qualified in all positions

* Jacking qualified in all positions

* Hydraulic mule operation

* Parts ordering and documentation (781A series, IMDS/CAMS)

* Ground handling, refueling, defueling, de-icing

* Training and deployment experience

**EDUCATION**

**Aircraft Maintenance Technology** Community College of the Air Force Wichita Falls, TX 03/2017

* 30-59 semester hours/45-89 quarter hours. Scored 90 and above on every course topic.

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