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As a tech writer, I interpret manufacturer's technical specs, schematics, pictures and drawings and apply them for use by end users.
Knowledgeable in all aircraft systems, to include avionics and special equipment.
Strong background in aviation maintenance, both military and commercial (A&P mech) as well as aircraft operations and support, particularly while independently/remotely deployed.
FAA Licensed commercial Airframe and Power Plant mechanic.
Three year break in Active Duty service, worked as a commercial aircraft mechanic as a contractor for United Airlines and Federal Express aircraft and also as an overhaul mechanic for a Part 141 facility (AIRINC, Foley, AL).
Military Experiences
Jul 2008 - Aug 2011
Flight Engineer
Flight Engineer supporting research and development missions for the Naval Research Laboratory.
Aug 2004 - Jul 2008
Dec 2001 - Sep 2003
Air Operations and Training NCO (S3-AIR)
Schedule and support various squadrons and units utilizing NAS Pensacola for detachments.
Not limited to Naval aviation units, some included the 160th SOAR (U.S. Army) as well as Navy SEAL units.
Oct 1994 - Sep 1998
Aircrewman, E-6A/B Reel Operator
Trailing Wire Antenna system operator on board E-6A and E-6B type aircraft supporting the United State Strategic Command (Offutt, AFB, NE).
Deployments
(3 years, 5 months)May 2010 - Jul 2010
Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF)
NP-3D Flight Engineer, flying R&D flights in support of Naval Research Laboratory and CTF 57.
Dec 2007 - Jul 2008
Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF)
P-3C Flight Engineer flying in support of CTF-57.
Also included operation in the Horn of Africa, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti in support of CENTCOM.
Dec 2001 - Sep 2003
NAS Pensacola FL
Naval Reservist; Two year Presidential Recall in Support of Operation Enduring Freedom.
Military Credentials
Individual & Special Skill Schools
Sep 2003 - Aug 2004
P-3 Flight Engineer School, VP-30 NAS Jacksonville, FL
Additional Specialization(s)
Security Clearance
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