Robert Blackman
Westfield
Summary
Reliable avionics technician with experience in both electrical and mechanical systems, spanning navigation, communication, flight surfaces and landing gear. Adept at repairing, maintaining and replacing all components with an exceptional eye for detail with an organized approach and strong multitasking abilities. Dedicated to keeping aircraft electrical systems operating at peak performance. Proficient in testing, troubleshooting and diagnosing issues to determine best solutions. Exceptional work ethic with strong communication and planning abilities.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Avionics Technician
Gulfstream Aerospace
Westfield
02.2019 - 05.2020
- Repaired and installed wiring, connectors, control boxes antennas and other pieces.
- Utilized testing equipment such as oscilloscopes, ammeters and ohmmeters.
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled inspections to check flight readiness of aircraft.
- Performed thorough visual and physical inspections of all electrical parts.
- Removed components such as landing gear, engines and flight control.
- Diagnosed faults and developed resolution plans.
- Performed Air Data Certification's on over 30 Gulfstream aircraft.
Work Center Supervisor
US Navy
Norfolk
01.2013 - 06.2014
- Precisely maintained and updated classified gear to meet requirements.
- Managed 25 personnel resulting in 100% availability of all equipment.
- Helped employees with day-to-day work and complex problems by applying motivational and analytical strategies.
- Advised Captains on operations, intelligence and risk assessments in daily briefings.
- Responded to emergencies with speed, efficiency and knowledgeable assistance.
- Briefed Captains on readiness, equipment status and enemy locations on 24hr basis to enable sound decision making.
Cryptologic Technician Technical
US Navy
Norfolk
10.2009 - 01.2012
- Ordered, unloaded, sorted and tracked supplies and equipment needed for unit activities
- Oversaw teams planning, implementing and realigning field and base operational strategies
- Logged information for reporting purposes
- Directed collection, organization and application of field intelligence and combat data to enhance troop safety and operational success
- Saved $150,000 by implementing cost-saving initiatives that addressed long-standing problems
- Managed all aspects of administrative and personnel needs of ground supply operations
Education
GED -
Northshore High School
2008
Skills
- Self-motivated
- Wiring Diagrams
- Troubleshooting technical issues
- Electrical equipment repair
- Navigation systems understanding
- Root Cause Analysis
- MS Office
- Schematics understanding
- Air Data Equipment Use
- Decision making
- Assembly / Fabrication of Wire Harnesses
Timeline
Avionics Technician
Gulfstream Aerospace
02.2019 - 05.2020
Work Center Supervisor
US Navy
01.2013 - 06.2014
Cryptologic Technician Technical
US Navy
10.2009 - 01.2012
GED -
Northshore High School
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