Aircraft Maintenance Engineer and Helicopter Mechanic Resume military

JOSEPH WALSH

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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Experienced and certified Aircraft Maintenance Engineer and Helicopter Mechanic with over 20 years of hands- on expertise in inspection, repair, and maintenance of fixed-wing and rotary aircraft. Skilled in turbine and piston engine overhauls, structural repairs, avionics systems, and regulatory compliance. Demonstrated success in high- pressure environments including military and commercial aviation settings across Canada, the U.S., the Middle East, and Europe. Known for attention to detail, safety focus, and collaborative teamwork. KEY SKILLS & CERTIFICATIONS

• C & D-checks, heavy aircraft maintenance

• Gas turbine & piston engine overhaul (JT8-17,

CF34, T56, PW120, BD710)

• Helicopter maintenance: Bell 206, Bell 412,

MD 500, AH64 Apache

• NDT Level 1 – LPI, Eddy Current, Magnetic

Particle

• Kevlar & Carbon Fiber composite repairs

• Borescope, x-ray, and hot section inspections

• AutoCAD, CAMSI, MS Word, PowerPoint

• Compliance with Transport Canada & FAA

regulations

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Aircraft Mechanic 2010–2021

USAF – David Monathan AB / Kandahar Air Base, Tucson, AZ / Afghanistan

• Maintained C-130J, Bell 412, Bell 206-B, and drone aircraft

• Performed airframe, engine, APU, and ground support equipment servicing

• Supported overseas deployments in high-risk environments Aircraft Mechanic 2008–2013

Charleston Air Transport (USAF Contractor), Bahrain / Saudi Arabia

• Serviced Bell 212, MD 500 helicopters, C-130, and Boeing 737-200 aircraft

• Performed engine inspections (GE-CF34, T56 Allison), APU replacements

• Conducted structural and landing gear maintenance Aircraft Mechanic 2004–2009

Skyservice Ltd., Mississauga, ON

• Completed C-checks on Boeing 757-200 including RAT and flap systems

• Replaced P&W 4000 oil filters, hydraulic components, and cabin interiors Aircraft Mechanic 1998–2008

America West Airlines, Winnipeg, MB

• Performed C-checks on Boeing 737-200/500, A320, and 757-200 aircraft

• Conducted engine work (JT8-17, CFM-56), landing gear, and flap rigging Aircraft Mechanic 2000–2001

British Airways, London & Plymouth, UK

• Maintained Boeing 737, 777, Dash 8-300; engine and flight control systems

• Conducted component replacement and aircraft modifications Test Flight Mechanic 1999–2000

Bombardier Aerospace, Downsview, ON

• Supported flight certification for Dash 8-300 and Global Express (BD710 engines)

• Diagnosed snags, checked hydraulics, engine, and avionics functions Aircraft Mechanic 1996–2000

CP Air / Government Air Services, Toronto / Goose Bay / St. John's, NL

• Performed B and C-checks on Boeing 737-200C, DC-10, CL-215, King Air A100

• Completed helicopter maintenance and piston engine inspections Aircraft Mechanic 1995–1996

Torngat Aircraft Maintenance, Goose Bay, NL

• Maintained DHC-6 Twin Otter, Turbo Beaver DHC-2, Single Otter DHC-3, Cessna 208

• Performed general inspections and structural repair on float aircraft EDUCATION & TRAINING

Aircraft Maintenance Technician – A&P Mechanic

Electronics Engineering Degree – Aeronautical Mechanical Turbofan Engines USAF / American Board of Engineers

CERTIFICATIONS & TECHNICAL TRAINING

• NDT Level 1 – LPI, Eddy Current, Magnetic Particle

• MIG & TIG Welding Aircraft Structures

• Engine Training: JT8-9, JT8-17, BD710, PT6, PW120/123/150, CF34, CFM-56, VM2500

• Piston Engines: R2800, R4360 (Supercharged Radials)

• Helicopter Turbine Engines: Allison 250 Series, T56 (C130)

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