Arnel J. Moody

Objective: Desire a position using expertise and experience in the areas of aviation maintenance, production control, quality control, technical inspection, personnel supervision and shop operations to benefit an aviation company.

Qualification Summary:                                                

• Over 10 years of progressive work experience on multiple airframes such as Bell (OH-58D), MacDonald Douglas (Apache AH-64) and Sikorski (Army Blackhawk H-60L, Navy H-60B,F,H,R,S) aircraft.                                         
• Troubleshot integrated and complex systems such as mast mounted sites, airframes, and avionics. 
• Managed all aspects of production/quality control to include scheduled/unscheduled maintenance.
• Completed multiple military and civilian hardship deployments to Southwest Asia in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) and Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF).
• Obtained Distinguished Honor Graduate from two career aviation maintenance courses.                                                  
• Senior Technical Inspector in Quality Control and one of three Weight and Balance Authority
• Used software applications to include MS Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and military specific Unit Level Logistics System-Aviation (ULLS-A SCP6), (NALCOMIS) Naval Aviation Logistics Command/Management Information System, Automated Weight and Balance System (AWBS 9.0-9.2)
• Supervised and trained Down Aircraft Recovery Team (DART)  
• Currently hold a FAA Class 3 Medical Certificate for Private Pilot                     

Experience

04/06/09- Present

DynCorp Int., LLC Patuxent River, MD 20670

Aircraft Mechanic

Removed and installed aircraft subsystem assemblies such as engines, rotors, gearboxes, transmissions, mechanical flight controls and their components.  Conduct services and lubricated aircraft and subsystems.  Preformed aircraft inspections, maintenance checks and Phase maintenance. Accomplished a multitude of scheduled inspections and special inspections by interpreting and using (NAVTOPS) Naval Air Training & Operating Procedures Standardization Program. Performed maintenance operational checks and assisted in diagnosing and troubleshooting aircraft subsystems using special tools and equipment.  Used and performed operator maintenance on tools, special tools and aircraft ground support equipment.  Prepared forms and records related to aircraft maintenance using (NALCOMIS) Naval Aviation Logistics Command/Management Information System.                                                              

10/15/06 – Present (currently part-time)

OIFNET, Inc. 9349 Denton Ave. Hudson, FL 34667

Regional Operation Manager

Project planning, coordination, and supervised the installation and deployment of satellite base internet for deployed soldiers in Iraq. Negotiated and implemented contracts and Memorandums of Agreements (MOA) with military command elements in Iraq to bring base-wide commercial internet to the soldiers and contractors deployed. Developed and written company Standard Operating Procedures (SOP). Hired and supervised multiple American and Third Country National personnel. In charge of maintaining personnel accountability through Synchronized Pre-deployment and Operational Tracker (SPOT) and working with military contracting officers to add, edit or remove personnel from the Contractor Verification System (CVS).  Maintained, assembled, acquired satellite signal, maintenance and operational repairs of satellite equipment and network infrastructure with over 10,000 users. Assembled, setup, and maintain server racks for bandwidth and administrative management.  Installed over 100,000 feet of CAT5 cable with terminations. Installed wireless bridges using Trango, Motorola Canopy System and DLB wireless equipment. Theater Engineer for installation of VSAT equipment using Hughes Net and i-Direct systems. Managed trouble tickets and calls for troubleshooting and repairs of base-wide network. 

2/23/04 –11/15/06

D Company 1-10 AVN, US Army          Fort Drum, NY                       

Quality Control Team Supervisor                                      

Participated as a member of management team, in formulating and establishing organizational policies and operating procedures for the unit. Implemented, coordinated, and managed ever aspects of Quality Control within the unit. Provided leadership to personnel through effective goal setting, delegation, and communication. Set goals for the section with the unit’s mission, SOP’s (Standard Operating Procedures), and strategies. Conducted meetings to ensure that personnel were well informed of changes in quality programs, SOP’s, and procedures.Administered and coordinated a quality control program at unit level to ensure continuous operations with established SOP’s. Supervised, assigned, directed, and coordinated the activities of workers engaged in the inspection and testing of assigned aircraft, equipment, parts, supplies and materials to ensure the productivity, safety, and quality of assigned tasks. Reviewed mission schedules and related information and conferred with supervisors to plan and determine the quality control support required to support the flying hour program. Implemented plan to support the mission process with maximizing mission success and minimizing unit cost. Ensured the currency of Technical Manuals(TM), Technical Directive (TD), Safety of Flight (SOF) and Aviation Safety Action Message (ASAM), Training Procedures, and Quality Control Procedures. Conducted the weighing and management of weight and balance of all assigned aircraft both by manual calculations and Automated Weight and Balance System (AWBS 9.0-9.2.) Supervised, inspected and verified proper completion and documentation of safety and flight discrepancies in accordance with (IAW) applicable TM’s and DA Pam 738-751. Determined when functional test flights were required in accordance with applicable technical manuals and TM 1-1500-328-23. Briefed flight crews as required on status of maintenance discrepancies and inspection criteria. Debriefed flight crews to assess, describe, and record aircraft discrepancies and to obtain adequate troubleshooting information and flight data. Researched and analyzed aircraft history for recurring maintenance discrepancies or trends, and initiated appropriate action. Inspected and reviewed maintenance source documents, inspection records, and other related forms used in aircraft, vehicle, and equipment maintenance to ensure forms and records are current, and complied with established procedures and Army directives. Reviewed incoming technical publications, changes, and directives to determine impact on the documentation and maintenance of assigned aircrafts. Provided technical assistance and interpretation of technical publications, directives, procedures, and instructions to assure quality maintenance. Compiled, gathered, analyzed and maintained information on maintenance and material defects that impact the maintenance effort. Implemented and enforced inspection, audit, and monitoring schedules to determine the condition of assigned equipment and proficiency of maintenance personnel. Ensured the master technical library is current and complete, and that updates, changes, and revisions to technical data is distributed throughout the maintenance complex in an expeditious manner. Conducted and directed training, and coordinated with unit supervisors and personnel as necessary to ensure implementation of SOP and specific procedures. Ensured that training and development needs are met. Organized and facilitated regularly scheduled quality control training with supervisors, inspectors, and staff as needed to educate and implement quality control as a strategy. Ensured sufficient manpower is available for planned work and shift coverage. Monitored time and attendance of personnel in the work center. Assured all labor and materials are being used and maintained in the proper manner and are allocated to the correct job and work order number. Worked closely with personnel to ensure that only required parts are requested and ordered. Ensured unserviceable items are tagged and turned into supply system in a timely manner. Implemented and enforced Army standards and procedures pertaining to the promotion, training, discipline of subordinates. Ensured that all employees possess the qualifications and certifications necessary to perform their jobs. Ensured the preparation, maintenance, and accuracy of forms, files, records, reports and other applicable documents pertaining to the procurement, acquisition, issue, turn-in, and disposal of government parts, materials, supplies, and equipment. Reviewed documentation for accuracy, completeness, and legibility. Determined priority of work and estimated man-hours, personnel, parts, materials, and facility requirements required to accomplish assigned tasks using the P4T3 method (Plan, Parts, Personnel, Publications, Technical knowledge, Time, Technical inspector.) Trained, developed, counseled and motivated subordinates. Ensured that SOPs are in accordance with evolving regulations and mission trends. Ensured summaries, analyses, and other data necessary to determine the quality of the overall maintenance effort is submitted to the Commanding Officer. Evaluated technical publications concerned with quality control/assurance practices and participated in training to update knowledge of program developments. Evaluated reports, decisions, and results of the unit in relation to established mission goals. Recommended new approaches, policies, and procedures to maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit, while lowering costs.

Accomplishments:                                                     

• Trained and developed Technical Inspectors for both airframes, avionics and developed the Technical Inspectors training test.
• Assigned as Authorized Weight and Balance Authority by unit commander.                                  
• Completed a one year deployment to Iraq in support Operation Iraqi Freedom as senior Technical Inspector during split operations.
• Integrated manual record maintenance to full automation for thirty OH-58D and eight UH-60L helicopters within a 2 week period.                           
• Conducted the acceptance inspections and entry into AWBS of 24 incoming aircraft to the battalion prior to deployment                                        
• Replaced tailbooms and weighed 14 of the aircrafts while deployed in theater.                                                             
• Completed over 25 One Time Repair Authorization (OTR) and Estimated Cost of Damage reports (ECOD) reports.                               
• Created spreadsheets and tracked limited service life components.                                                          

• Graduated as Associate of Applied Science from Jefferson County Community College, NY.                                               
• Distinguished Honor Graduate at Basic Noncommissioned Officers Course (BNCOC), Fort Eustis, VA.                                     
• Completed an 80 hour course and Certified as an Equal Opportunity Representative.  
• Assisted C-10 AVN in the technical inspections of both OH58D and UH60L during RESET Program.                                                                                                                          

9/26/03 - 2/22/04  D Company 1-10 AVN, US Army    

Fort Drum, NY 

Maintenance Floor Supervisor

Responsible for planning/scheduling and directing maintenance operations, supervising and managing subordinates, as well as performing “hands on” maintenance on the fleet.                                         

Supervised 28 aviation mechanics with varied MOS skills performing Aviation Unit Maintenance (AVUM), Aviation Intermediate Maintenance (AVIM), and limited depot maintenance and Modification Work Orders (MWO).  Provided technical guidance to personnel in proper maintenance procedures and techniques.  Prioritized, scheduled, and unscheduled maintenance workflow.  Troubleshot to diagnose various malfunctions in aircraft subsystems.  Counseled and evaluated personnel on their work performance.  Conducted weapons ranges.  Maintained all unit publications and technical manuals.  Supervised the personnel in the upkeep and operations of the battalion tool room and aviation GSE.  Observed operators for proper handling and maintenance of equipment. Assessed training needs and developed several training courses to aid the career progression and improve occupational skills of aircraft maintainers.  Presented classroom and hands on On Job Training (OJT) to effect remedial measures.  Reviewed equipment on hand against serviceability criteria to determine economical repair feasibility, recommend transfer to higher level maintenance, or disposal.  Analyzed non-operational status and made malfunction diagnoses, repair parts determination, level of repairs, and maintenance actions to restore equipment to serviceable conditions.  Provided reliability, maintainability, and supportability information to command headquarters.  Enforced proper requisitioning procedures for authorized or loaned equipment and repair parts.  Investigated, analyzed, and troubleshot to isolate complicated operational and mechanical problems associated with aviation maintenance systems, subsystems, assemblies, and components.

Accomplishments:                                                      

• Completed Primary Leadership Development Course (PLDC).            
• Supervised and cross-trained soldiers on the UH-60 Helicopter with 2-10 AVN    
• Conducted weapons ranges.                                           |
• Developed several training courses to aid the progression of aircraft maintainers.
• Publication Noncommissioned Officer for D Company.
• Supervised and conducted Down Aircraft Recovery Team (DART) in over 20 training and 4 actual recoveries.                                 
• Supervisor for battalion tool room and Aviation Ground Support      equipment in excess of $2 million.                                    |
• Master Driver and licensed on multiple military equipment such as; 4K, 6K, and 10K Forklift; 7 ½ Ton Crane; M998, M1038, M1037, M1097A2, HMMV; M1078WW, M1078A1LMTV 2.5 Ton; aircraft tug; flight line certified.                                                                                                                                

1/15/98 - 2/22/04       B Company 1-10 AVN, US Army   

Fort Drum, NY 

Helicopter Mechanic                                                  

Removed and installed aircraft subsystem assemblies such as engines, rotors, gearboxes, transmissions, mechanical flight controls and their components.  Conducted services and lubricate aircraft and subsystems.  Prepared aircraft for inspections and maintenance checks.  Performed a multitude of scheduled inspections and special inspections.  Performed maintenance operational checks and assisted in diagnosing and troubleshooting aircraft subsystems using special tools, TMDE, and equipment.  Used and performed operator maintenance on tools, special tools, and aircraft ground support equipment.  Prepared forms and records to aircraft maintenance.  Performed air crewmember duties.  Led the Downed Aircraft Recover Team (DART) through three highly successful missions during Joint Readiness Training Center (JRTC) rotation. 

Accomplishments:                                                     

• Cross-trained and assisted on the UH-60 and AH-64 during multiple JRTC rotations.
• Completed Environmental Compliance Officer Course.
• Completed 80 hours Unit Armorer Certification Course and received an Army Achievement Medal as Unit Armorer for outstanding job performance.                                                         
• Graduated Advance Individual Training as the Distinguished Honor Graduate.                                                            
• Completed a 40 hour course for Combat Lifesaver.         

Education                                                            

9/99 - 12/04     Jefferson County Community College, Watertown, NY 

AAS in General Studies, 73 credit hours completed, GPA 3.2 

Currently enrolled in fixed wing Private Pilot Course (Class 3  Medical)        

Awards                                                               

2-Army Commendation Medals, Army Achievement Medal, National Defense Service Medal, 2-Army Good Conduct Medals, 2-Noncommissioned Officer Professional Development Ribbons, Iraq Campaign Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Army Service Ribbon, Aviation Badge, and Driver's Badge