Devon Smith
Knoxville
Summary
Dedicated Airframe Mechanic with over 4 years of experience in fast-paced military environments. Skilled in troubleshooting, critical thinking, and active learning, with a strong focus on coordinating and managing material resources. Proven ability to lead teams and optimize operations while ensuring compliance with safety standards.
Overview
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1
Certification
1
1
year of post-secondary education
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Aviation Mechanic
Leonardo Helicopters - AgustaWestland Philadelphia Corp.
Philadelphia
12.2024 - 02.2026
- Troubleshot and repaired hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems across various aircraft models, enhancing operational reliability
- Repaired or replaced faulty parts and components according to manufacturer specifications and industry standards
- Collaborated with mechanics and technicians to complete complex repairs and modifications, ensuring timely aircraft readiness
- Inspected landing gear assemblies for wear or damage; repaired or replaced components for safe operation.
- Inspected fuel systems for leaks or malfunctions; repaired or replaced components to maintain functionality.
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities, including inspections, repairs, and component replacements
- Adhered to strict safety protocols and regulations while working on aircraft systems to prevent accidents or injuries
- Ensured compliance with FAA regulations during all maintenance activities
- Provided technical guidance to junior mechanics and apprentices during complex repairs, fostering skill development and knowledge transfer
- Operated specialized equipment such as borescopes for internal inspection of engines/turbines/compressors etc
Technician
Grayson Automotive group
Knoxville
05.2023 - 12.2024
- Performed regular maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance. Conducted bearing clearance tests for dealership vehicles to ensure proper functionality. Advised customers on necessary repairs based on inspection findings. Alongside doing regular maintenance when needed.
- Performed oil changes, tire rotations, wheel alignments, and other preventative maintenance tasks
- Utilized diagnostic equipment to identify problems with engines, transmissions, brakes, and electrical systems
- Maintained detailed records of services performed and parts used for each vehicle
- Replaced worn-out or damaged parts such as belts, hoses, filters, spark plugs, and brake pads
- Performed oil changes, tire rotations, wheel alignments, and other preventative maintenance tasks
- Utilized diagnostic equipment to identify problems with engines, transmissions, brakes, and electrical systems
- Used specialized tools such as scan tools, oscilloscopes, pressure gauges etc. for diagnostics
- Diagnosed and resolved technical issues in a timely manner to minimize downtime
- Diagnosed and resolved technical issues in a timely manner to minimize downtime
- Employed diagnostic equipment to pinpoint issues with engines, transmissions, brakes, and electrical systems, ensuring effective and timely repairs.
- Installed, configured, and tested new hardware and software systems
- Provided technical support to end-users via phone, email, or in-person interactions
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations and safety standards during all repair activities
- Engaged with customers to assess concerns and deliver precise repair estimates, enhancing customer satisfaction and trust.
- Collaborated with customers to understand their concerns and provide accurate estimates for repairs
- Adhered to all safety protocols while working in the shop environment
- Conducted thorough inspections of used vehicles for potential buyers, providing detailed reports on their condition
- Stayed updated on the latest recalls and technical service bulletins issued by manufacturers
- Conducted thorough inspections of used vehicles for potential buyers, providing detailed reports on their condition
- Stayed updated on the latest recalls and technical service bulletins issued by manufacturers
Solar Installer
Power Home Solar
Knoxville
12.2021 - 02.2022
- Installed solar panels on residential and commercial rooftops, ensuring proper alignment and secure mounting
- Installed solar panels, solar shingles, and solar modules on rooftops and ground mounts.
- Wired newly installed equipment into the power grid.
- Completed testing and troubleshooting of newly installed solar energy systems to ensure they worked properly.
- Completed maintenance and fixed existing installs using Generac Systems.
- Installed mounting brackets for solar panel installations on rooftops and other locations.
- Performed electrical wiring connections for solar panel systems, adhering to industry safety standards
- Collaborated with project managers to create detailed installation plans and schedules, facilitating timely project completion
- Conducted site assessments to identify optimal solar panel placements, maximizing energy efficiency through sun exposure and shading analysis
- Collaborated with sales team to provide technical expertise during customer consultations and system design discussions
- Incorporated energy storage solutions into solar panel installations based on customer requests
- Ensured professionalism in customer interactions, effectively addressing concerns and questions during installations
- Leveraged strong communication skills to effectively coordinate with team members throughout the installation process
- Climbed ladders or scaffolding as necessary to access rooftops for installation purposes
- Demonstrated proficiency in using specialized tools such as torque wrenches, wire strippers, crimping tools, etc
- Ensured proper grounding and bonding techniques were followed during electrical connections for safety purposes
Production Worker
XS Power
Knoxville
06.2021 - 12.2021
- Assemble and disassemble of high-performance lithium and AGM batteries.
- Leveraged aviation background to initiate reuse of old lithium cells from larger battery packs deemed unsuitable, enhancing resource sustainability.
- This new standard saved them money and increased usability on resources that were previously thought to be trash.
- Disassembled battery packs and cells involved in hazardous events to ensure safety and compliance.
Hazmat Handler and Responder
United States Marine Corps
Camp Pendleton
01.2016 - 07.2019
- Ensured compliance with safety procedures and federal laws for waste disposal.
- Remove asbestos or lead from surfaces, using hand or power tools such as scrapers, vacuums, or high-pressure sprayers.
- Documented container counts at disposal sites, detailing amounts and types of waste and equipment disposed.
- Apply chemical compounds to lead-based paint, allow compounds to dry, then scrape the hazardous material into containers for removal and/or storage.
- Clean contaminated equipment or areas for re-use, using detergents or solvents, sandblasters, filter pumps, or steam cleaners.
- Organized and tracked hazardous item locations in landfills to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Cleaned contaminated equipment and areas using appropriate detergents and tools to prepare for safe re-use.
- Construct scaffolding or build containment areas prior to beginning abatement or decontamination work.
Airframe Mechanic
U.S. Marine Corps
Camp Pendleton
08.2015 - 07.2019
- Served as a mechanic for UH-1 helicopters, specializing in maintenance and repairs. (UH-1W, UH-1Y, UH-1Z)
- Aligned and fitted structural assemblies manually or signaled crane operators for precise positioning during joining.
- Construct subassemblies from prefabricated parts.
- Join structural assemblies, such as wings, tails, or fuselage.
- Adjust, repair, rework, or replace parts and assemblies to eliminate malfunctions and to ensure proper operation.
- Cut, trimmed, filed, bent, and smoothed parts while verifying sizes and fitting tolerances to ensure proper fit and clearance.
- Align and fit structural assemblies manually, or signal crane operators to position assemblies for joining.
- Position and align subassemblies in jigs or fixtures, using measuring instruments and following blueprint lines and index points.
- Cut, trim, file, bend, and smooth parts, and verify sizes and fitting tolerances in order to ensure proper fit and clearance of parts.
- Adjusted, repaired, reworked, or replaced parts and assemblies to eliminate malfunctions and ensure optimal operation.
- Layout and mark reference points and locations for installation of parts or components, using jigs, templates, or measuring and marking instruments.
- Fabricate parts needed for assembly or installation, using shop machinery or equipment.
Education
High School Diploma - Upper secondary education
Thomas J. Corcoran HS
Syracuse, NYCertificate - Automotive Engineering
Universal Technical Institute
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 10.2019 - 06.2020
Skills
- Tire service
- Heavy equipment operation
- Aircraft maintenance
- Composite repair
- Aircraft fuel tank inspections
- Technical training
- Basic math
- Aircraft fuel system testing
- Hydraulic pump replacement
- Aircraft handling techniques
- Aircraft hydraulic leak repair
- Patrolling
- Aircraft engine diagnostics
- Electrical systems
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Technical documentation
- Surface preparation
- Aircraft component repair
- First aid
- Vehicle maintenance
- Aircraft fuel pump replacement
- Outdoor work
- Computer literacy
- Manufacturing
- Airframe corrosion repair
- Aircraft hydraulic line repair
- Driving
- Mechanical repair
- Aircraft hydraulic actuator replacement
- Aircraft hydraulic leak detection
- Aircraft fuel filter replacement
- Aircraft hydraulic system diagnostics
- Aircraft fuel line replacement
- Hazmat
- Aircraft hydraulic system testing
- Mechanical assembly
- Hand tools
- Data-driven decision making
- Aircraft hydraulic actuator repair
- General aviation aircraft maintenance
- Flight control systems adjustment
- Maintenance technician
- Mechanic experience
- Decommissioning aircraft
- Military aviation experience
- Efficiency
- Supervising experience
- Security
- Brake repair
- Airframe fatigue crack repair
- Aircraft landing gear system testing
- Aircraft fuel line repair
- Torque wrenches
- Maintenance
- Team collaboration
- Oil Change
- Metal fabricating machines
- Mechanical knowledge
- Aircraft structure repair
- Aircraft body repair
- Airframe fiberglass repair
- Windows
- Aircraft surface preparation
- Helicopter maintenance
- Mechanic Experience
- Aviation repair experience
- Military aircraft maintenance
- Brakes
- Solar installation
- Automotive technician
- Suspension
- Section fabrication
- Aviation maintenance facility experience
- Aircraft repair
- Mobile devices
- Avionics troubleshooting
- Mechanical systems repair
- Aviation systems installation
- Aircraft sheet metal repair
- Hydraulics
- Aircraft non-destructive testing
- Computer operation
- Inventory and requisition
- Safety protocol training
- Attention to detail
- Aircraft hydraulic valve replacement
- Aircraft overhauls
- Aircraft fuel pump repair
- Aircraft hydraulic valve repair
- Flight line maintenance
- Unscheduled aircraft repairs
- Aircraft retraction system testing
- Aircraft hydraulic line replacement
- Specialized industrial tools
- Interpreting technical drawings
- Analysis skills
- Aircraft weight handling
- Pneumatic systems
- Maintenance checks
- Manual transmission
- Fuel leak detection
- Aircraft fuel system diagnostics
- Pump repair
- Aircraft fuel leak repair
- Filter replacement
- Nozzle cleaning
- Aircraft alignment procedures
- Aircraft landing gear component replacement
- Aircraft system retrofits
- Auto estimating
- Airframe painting
Certification
- Driver's License, Non-CDL Class C
- Motor Vehicle Inspection License
- TS/SCI
Additional Information
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Military Service
E-3, United States Marine Corps, 07/01/14, 07/31/22, Airframe aircraft mechanic on 3 different UH-1 type model series. UH-1W cobra attack helicopter (legacy), UH-1Y Huey support/attack helicopter, and UH-1Z cobra attack helicopter. 100% complete on all T&R's and Ground support equipment. Including tug with ramp access.
Personal Information
Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
Timeline
Aviation Mechanic
Leonardo Helicopters - AgustaWestland Philadelphia Corp.
12.2024 - 02.2026
Technician
Grayson Automotive group
05.2023 - 12.2024
Solar Installer
Power Home Solar
12.2021 - 02.2022
Production Worker
XS Power
06.2021 - 12.2021
Certificate - Automotive Engineering
Universal Technical Institute
10.2019 - 06.2020
Hazmat Handler and Responder
United States Marine Corps
01.2016 - 07.2019
Airframe Mechanic
U.S. Marine Corps
08.2015 - 07.2019
High School Diploma - Upper secondary education
Thomas J. Corcoran HS