Dakota Kurt Langston
Wildersville
Summary
Dynamic Aviation Structural Mechanic (E-5) with the U.S. Navy, skilled in aircraft maintenance and hydraulic systems troubleshooting. Proven leader in high-pressure environments, mentoring junior technicians while ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Expert in fabricating parts and conducting inspections, enhancing operational readiness and airworthiness.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Aviation Structural Mechanic (E-5)
U.S. Navy
07.2017 - 07.2025
- Supervised maintenance operations to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Conducted thorough inspections and enforced safety measures across all systems.
- Mentored and trained junior technicians to enhance skill levels and operational readiness.
- Maintained and repaired aircraft structural, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems for optimal performance.
- Led teams effectively in high-pressure environments to achieve maintenance goals.
- Fabricated metallic and non-metallic parts while troubleshooting malfunctions promptly.
- Conducted thorough pre-flight inspections to ensure airworthiness of aircraft.
- Trained junior mechanics on safety protocols and repair techniques.
Education
Aircraft Corrosion & Paint/Finish -
01.2024
Airframe & Powerplant Mechanic Apprenticeship -
01.2022
Shipboard Aircraft Firefighting Training -
01.2021
V-22 Hydraulic Systems -
01.2020
V-22 Airframes -
01.2020
Aircraft Paint/Finish -
01.2018
Recruit Basic Military Training - Basic Seamanship, Marine Safety
01.2017
Aviation Structural Mechanic Common Core -
01.2017
Aviation Structural Mechanic Organizational Level Strand -
01.2017
Skills
- Aircraft structural maintenance and repair
- Hydraulic and pneumatic systems troubleshooting
- Composite materials repair and fabrication
- Sheet metal/non-metallic structures fabrication and repair
- Inspections
- Corrosion detection and correction
- Landing gear systems maintenance
- Utility systems maintenance
- Use of hand tools
- Supervising maintenance operations
- Mentoring and training
- Task delegation
- Implementing safety provisions
- Adherence to aviation standards
- Personal/equipment safety procedures
- Ordering parts/equipment/tools
- Clear technical reporting
- Mentorship
Certifications And Credentials
- Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic Apprenticeship, Dept. of Labor, 2022
- Joint Services Transcript (JST) with ACE credit recommendations
- Aviation maintenance, safety, and leadership certifications
- Aviation Structural Mechanic (AM, NER-AM-006)
- Airman Recruit (AR, NER-AR/AN-003)
Civilian Equivalent Roles
- Aircraft Mechanic/Service Technician (ONET 49-3011.00)
- Maintenance Supervisor
- Operations Manager
Awards
- Recognized for leadership and technical contributions
- Successfully led maintenance teams in high-pressure environments
- 25+ volunteer hours preserving naval aviation history
- Trained in advanced composites and hydraulic systems
Skills And Expertise
Aircraft structural maintenance and repair (airframe, fuselages, controls, etc.), Hydraulic and pneumatic systems troubleshooting, repair, and contamination analysis, Composite materials repair and fabrication, Sheet metal/non-metallic structures fabrication and repair, Inspections: Daily, special, hourly, conditional, non-destructive testing, Corrosion detection and correction; painting, priming, refinishing, Landing gear systems maintenance, Flight control systems operation, testing, and rigging, Utility systems: Hoists, winches, wing/tail fold, launch/arresting gear, Use of hand tools, digital multimeters, ground support equipment, Tube assembly manufacturing; schematics interpretation; damage assessment, Supervising maintenance operations and work centers, Mentoring and training junior technicians, Task delegation, scheduling, and team building, Implementing safety provisions and ensuring safe operating environments, Adherence to aviation standards, quality assurance, and emergency response, Personal/equipment safety procedures; shipboard firefighting and protocols, Ordering parts/equipment/tools; compliance in high-pressure environments, Clear technical reporting and documentation, Mentorship and fostering community relationships
Military Information
E-5, AM2, United States Navy, 07/01/17 to 07/06/25
Timeline
Aviation Structural Mechanic (E-5)
U.S. Navy
07.2017 - 07.2025