Isaiah Smith
Greenville
Summary
Skilled aircraft maintenance technician with dedication to team success and a strong focus on safety. Proficient in inspecting aircraft, reading technical manuals and performing new system installations. Ready to offer several years' experience to a challenging new role.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
F-16 Depot Level 2 Technician
Lockheed Martin
Greenville
02.2025 - Current
- Executed thorough inspections and repairs on aircraft components such as engines, landing gear, brakes, and electrical systems.
- Assembled structural components including wings, tail sections, fuselages, and stabilizers.
- Diagnosed and troubleshot malfunctions in aircraft systems using technical manuals and diagnostic equipment.
- Conducted tests on newly installed aircraft components to verify functionality before flight.
- Managed inventory of spare parts and maintenance supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels.
- Maintained accurate records of maintenance activities in logbooks and documentation systems.
- Led junior mechanics, providing training and oversight to enhance maintenance quality.
- Participated in safety audits to identify root causes of incidents and implement corrective measures.
Maintenance Operation Center/MOC Controller
United States AirForce
Shaw AFB
02.2023 - 07.2024
- Facilitated audits by external agencies and internal teams to ensure compliance.
- Monitored and coordinated aircraft movements on runways for operational safety.
- Directed ground personnel to uphold safe operations of flightline facilities and equipment.
- Communicated with pilots via radio to maintain aircraft safety.
- Developed contingency plans for emergencies, including adverse weather and system failures.
- Recorded all critical information regarding aircraft movements in logbooks.
- Created weekly reports summarizing operational performance metrics for senior management.
- Coached and mentored team members to enhance job performance.
Inspection Section Journeyman
United States AirForce
Aviano AB
02.2021 - 02.2023
- Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis to support strategic planning and decision-making.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, efficiently resolving issues as they arose.
- Collaborated in team environments to enhance workplace productivity.
- Developed functional solutions to problems, achieving significant cost savings.
- Utilized advanced technical skills to troubleshoot and resolve complex issues.
- Managed inventory and supplies, ensuring availability of materials when needed.
- Contributed innovative ideas to improve team performance and outcomes.
- Prioritized tasks effectively to accomplish service goals efficiently.
Inspection Section Apprentice
United States AirForce
Kunsan AB
02.2020 - 02.2021
- Achieved five-level certification as maintainer within six months of apprenticeship.
- Executed mechanical maintenance on F-16s through hands-on training.
- Specialized in maintenance of electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems for aircraft.
- Performed fluid servicing, including effective de-fueling and re-fueling procedures.
- Facilitated aircraft launch recovery operations and managed towing of F-16s.
- Mentored junior personnel to enhance skills in maintenance tasks.
- Adapted to fast-paced environments while mastering various maintenance responsibilities.
- Collaborated with phase section at Kunsan to improve maintenance processes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hendersonville High School
Hendersonville, NC06.2018
Skills
- Aircraft maintenance and inspection
- Technical documentation and record keeping
- Maintenance scheduling and compliance
- Team collaboration and problem solving
- Attention to detail and time management
- Inventory control systems
- Self motivation and communication
Accomplishments
- Performed multiple inspections on F-16s
- Has performed inspections on multiple systems and averted millions of dollars in damages
- Trained new workers on performing maintenance tasks with their total quality assurance pass rate at 88%
- Experienced in scheduling of maintenance and sorties to promote timely completion
Certification
- USAF Tech School, Sheppard AFB, TX — Tactical Aircraft Maintenance Certification
- Feb 2019 - Feb 2020
Proficiency
Integrated Maintenance Data System (IMDS), Solumina, Aircraft ground equipment (AGE), Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
F-16 Depot Level 2 Technician
Lockheed Martin
02.2025 - Current
Maintenance Operation Center/MOC Controller
United States AirForce
02.2023 - 07.2024
Inspection Section Journeyman
United States AirForce
02.2021 - 02.2023
Inspection Section Apprentice
United States AirForce
02.2020 - 02.2021
High School Diploma -
Hendersonville High School
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