Merle Shirey
Yuma
Summary
Proficient Avionics Technician familiar with all aspects of electrical systems in F/A-18 & F35B/C aircraft. Skilled at reading and interpreting plans to make accurate assessments. Eager to apply 7 years' experience to dynamic new role with room for growth.
Proficient knowledge in MFEW-D and related ground based air defense systems.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Equipment Technician
Sigma Corps Solutions
04.2023 - Current
- Served as West coast Field Service Representative for fixed site programs.
- Specialized in MFEW-D repairs and routine maintenance.
- Enhanced unit efficiency with thorough troubleshooting and repair of malfunctioning equipment.
- Troubleshot equipment failures and reported issues to correct channels.
- Leveraged strong problem-solving skills to quickly diagnose complex equipment issues and implement effective solutions.
- Maintained comprehensive documentation of equipment repairs, maintenance activities, and performance data for future reference.
Aviation Electronics Technician
United States Marine Corps
11.2014 - 02.2023
- Replaced defective parts and corrected problems using various hand and power tools.
- Sourced or fabricated replacement parts to correct faults with avionics systems.
- Verified repairs or modifications performed on equipment conformed to company quality and workmanship standards.
- Utilized mathematical functions to interpret aircraft weight and balance loading instructions.
- Performed electrical and mechanical repair operations consisting of disassembly and assembly of units.
- Set up and operated ground support and test equipment to perform functional flight tests of electrical and electronic systems.
- Assembled and repaired electrical controls, switches and junction boxes.
- Verified proper functioning of aircraft electrical systems.
- Repaired or installed new wiring, boxes, antennas and other system pieces.
- Set up and operated precision test equipment for alignment, troubleshooting and testing of electrical equipment and systems.
Education
F-35B/C Aircraft Avionics Systems Technician -
Center For Aviation Technical Training Detachment
06.2021
F/A-18 Electrical/Instrument Systems Maintainer -
Center For Aviation Technical Training Unit
11.2015
High School Diploma -
Central High School
05.2014
Skills
- Electronic Systems Repair
- Electronic Systems Troubleshooting
- New System Installations
- Flight Control Understanding
- Good Work Ethic
- Supervision & Leadership
- Training & Development
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Team Management
- Critical Thinking
Timeline
Equipment Technician
Sigma Corps Solutions
04.2023 - Current
Aviation Electronics Technician
United States Marine Corps
11.2014 - 02.2023
F-35B/C Aircraft Avionics Systems Technician -
Center For Aviation Technical Training Detachment
F/A-18 Electrical/Instrument Systems Maintainer -
Center For Aviation Technical Training Unit
High School Diploma -
Central High School
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