Erik Sturm

Experience

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  General Atomics Aeronautical Systems

  Jun 2008 - Aug 2021

  Airframe & Powerplant Mechanic Specialist IV

  Skilled in conducting routine and non-routine inspections of aircraft mechanical and functional systems. Lead teams of technicians / mechanics in identifying, repairing, and resolving wide variety of mechanical issues. Proficient at interpreting schematics, drawings and change orders. Adept at assembling, disassembling and repairing aircraft engines, assemblies and performing inspections / routine maintenance on turboprop engines. Talent performing aircraft system tests, ensuring all aviation systems adhere to Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs).Deployed crew chief with over 15,000 overseas work hours experienceResponsible for multiple aircraft's flight readiness and maintenance.Evaluate newly integrated aircraft and perform QA inspections prior to being sent to the field.Responsible for pre/post flight inspections and aircraft movement.Work without supervision and sign off Red X major maintenanceTrain new mechanics on the systems and maintenance proceduresPerform engine overhauls, inspections, and rebuilds.Conduct engine rigging, prop balancing, system/component ops checks, composite repairs.Comply with all Alert bulletins and Engineering requests.Complete full system evaluation and engine run operations check after completion of maintenanceCurrently hold Top Secret Clearance Show less

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  Lind's Plumbing and Heating, Inc.

  Aug 2021 - now

  Project Manager