Markham Boyd
Aviation Structural Mechanic
Spring Hill
Summary
- Performed structural inspection, maintenance, and repair on F/A-18, MH-60, and E-2 aircraft to ensure flight safety and mission readiness in operational and deployed environments.
- Led and trained shipboard teams in firefighting, emergency response, and damage control operations, including fire suppression, flooding response, pipe patching, and emergency shoring.
- Served as a Damage Control Leader aboard a nuclear aircraft carrier (CVN-69), supporting continuous readiness during deployment and shipyard maintenance periods.
- Participated in Operation Prosperity Guardian (2023–2024), contributing to combat operations, ship survivability, and emergency preparedness.
- Coordinated and executed qualification drills and safety training to ensure compliance with Navy standards and operational requirements.
- Demonstrated leadership, accountability, and calm decision-making in high-pressure, safety-critical environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Aviation Structural Mechanic
US Navy
01.2021 - 01.2026
Aircraft Structural Mechanic and Damage Control Leader with 5 years of U.S. Navy experience supporting aviation operations aboard USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN-69). Proven background in aircraft structural maintenance, inspection, and repair across multiple airframes, combined with leadership in shipboard firefighting, emergency response, and damage control operations. Recently separated with a Secret security clearance eligible for immediate reinstatement. Recognized for operating effectively in high-risk, time-critical environments while maintaining strict safety and compliance standards. Seeking a full-time technical, aviation, emergency services, or cleared position with growth and overtime opportunities.
Pharmacy Technician
Maury Regional Hospital
08.2017 - 10.2020
- Prepared and compounded sterile IV medications for critical care, emergency, and general hospital patients.
- Managed workflow efficiency in high-demand settings where accuracy and timeliness directly impacted patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with pharmacists, nurses, and emergency staff to ensure safety, accuracy, and compliance in medication preparation.
- Maintained strict adherence to sterility, safety, and regulatory standards in a hospital healthcare environment.
Education
Associate of Science - General Studies
Columbia State Community College
Columbia, Tennessee, TN12-2015
Skills
- Aircraft Structural Maintenance & Inspection
- Aviation Line Maintenance
- Emergency Response & Firefighting
- Damage Control Operations
- Safety & Regulatory Compliance
- High-Risk Operations
- Technical Troubleshooting
- Team Leadership & Training
- Operational Readiness
- Time-Critical Decision Making
Accomplishments
- Led and trained teams of 4-8 in shipboard firefighting and damage control operations.
- Supported maintenance and inspection of 30+ aircraft over a multi-year operational period.
- Executed 20+ during deployment and shipyard maintenance cycles.
Certification
Secret Clearance (eligible for reinstatement)
Timeline
Certification of Completion of Apprenticeship, Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic
12-2023
Aviation Structural Mechanic
US Navy
01.2021 - 01.2026
Pharmacy Technician
Maury Regional Hospital
08.2017 - 10.2020
Associate of Science - General Studies
Columbia State Community College