Bryan Dearing
North Charleston
Summary
Highly skilled Specialist in aviation maintenance and instruction, specializing in diagnostics, schematics, electrical systems and quality assurance principles. Experienced in training junior technicians and optimizing resource allocation, contributing to improved operational efficiency and aircraft safety.
Overview
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Certification
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Aircraft Development and Instruction Section Chief
United States Air Force, USAF
Clovis, NM
03.2022 - 01.2026
- Led operational planning to enhance mission effectiveness and ensure strategic alignment.
- Streamlined processes, improving efficiency in resource allocation and task execution across units.
- Analyzed operational data to identify trends, informing decision-making for future initiatives and strategies.
- Inspected and tested electrical systems for compliance with safety standards.
- Trained junior technicians on best practices in aircraft electrical system troubleshooting.
- Demonstrated adaptability in rapidly transitioning between various aircraft platforms as required based on project specifications.
Aviation Maintenance Technician
United States Air Force, USAF
Clovis, NM
11.2020 - 03.2022
- Collaborated with engineering teams to identify system improvements and optimize performance metrics.
- Performed troubleshooting for avionics systems malfunctions, pinpointing issues accurately to minimize repair times.
- Enhanced aircraft safety by performing thorough inspections and routine maintenance tasks.
- Provided technical support to flight crews, addressing any concerns or queries related to aircraft systems or performance.
Aviation Maintenance Technician
United States Air Force, USAF
Bellevue, NE
08.2013 - 11.2020
- Contributed valuable input from a maintenance perspective in cross-functional teams during major fleet modifications.
- Calculated aircraft weight and balance, performance and fuel requirements.
- Demonstrated adaptability by successfully working on a diverse range of aircraft types, including fixed-wing and rotary-wing models.
- Enhanced aircraft safety by performing detailed diagnostics and repairs on avionics systems.
Aerospace Ground Equipment Craftsman
United States Air Force, USAF
Bellevue, NE
08.2006 - 08.2013
- Troubleshot mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems and tested equipment following repairs.
- Read and interpreted aircraft documentation to determine repair feasibility and methods.
- Oversaw technical planning, system integration, verification and validation and risks involved for total systems.
- Read and interpreted orders, drawings, schematics and blueprints to complete accurate actions.
Education
Associate of Science - Aerospace Ground Equipment Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL07.2011
BBA - Business Administration And Management
South University Savannah - Online
GA05.2027
Associate of Science - Aviation Maintenance Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL02.2018
Skills
- Aircraft systems
- Aviation safety regulations
- Electrical systems proficiency
- Hydraulic systems
- Pneumatic systems
- Maintenance troubleshooting
- Ground support equipment operation
- Corrosion control methods
- Quality assurance principles
- Technical instruction expertise
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
Certification
- Universal HVAC Licensing
- Electrical theory and operations
- Diesel Engine Maintenance
- Small turbine engine maintenance
Timeline
Aircraft Development and Instruction Section Chief
United States Air Force, USAF
03.2022 - 01.2026
Aviation Maintenance Technician
United States Air Force, USAF
11.2020 - 03.2022
Aviation Maintenance Technician
United States Air Force, USAF
08.2013 - 11.2020
Aerospace Ground Equipment Craftsman
United States Air Force, USAF
08.2006 - 08.2013
BBA - Business Administration And Management
South University Savannah - Online
Associate of Science - Aerospace Ground Equipment Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Associate of Science - Aviation Maintenance Technology
Community College of The Air Force