Samuel Bayerd

Experience

• 

  United States Air Force

  May 2010 - May 2016

  Aircraft Fuel Systems Repair Technician

  Served as an Apprentice, Journeyman and Craftsman.For 2 years, as a craftsman, I effectively coordinated and managed the maintenance of more than 63 aircraft. I was charged with the responsibility of certifying airworthiness for maintenance performed. Additionally, I directly supervised more than 19 employees and acted as a world-wide, short notice and rapid response aircraft technician.

• 

  United States Air Force Boeing

  Jan 2014 - Jan 2016

  Aviation Repair Manual Verification Official

  In this role I examined more than 51 separate technical repair manuals and identified more the 1,800 discrepancies regarding data and processes, across multiple aircraft systems. The purpose of my role was to streamline the delivery of Military Technical Orders (Maintenance Manuals) and to assist the technical authors, and Boeing Engineers, during the acquisition of the KC-46 Tanker Aircraft.

• 

  Air Flight Service

  Jan 2017 - Apr 2017

  Aerial Photographer

  My primary role was that of Camera Operator. I utilized the RC-30 Camera platform to capture imagery for developers, government entities, land surveyors, and cartographers. In addition to my primary role, I planned photo missions, coordinated operations between customers, pilots and maintenance personnel. In house, I edited imagery, printed, produced and mounted products for customers. This opportunity came to a close because the owner of the company passed away and the company was sold.

• 

  Mountain Aviation

  May 2019 - Feb 2020

  Maintain, Inspect, Service and Repair all assigned and transient Aircraft. Coordinate scheduled maintenance and maintain operational parts inventory. Inspect, maintain, service and repair the fast growing fleet of more then 45 Aircraft. Experience on Falcon 2000EX, Falcon 900, King Air B100, King Air B200, King Air B300, King Air C90, Citation 560, Citation 560XL, Citation 680, Citation 750 (X), and Metroliner Airframes.

  • Aviation Maintenance Site Lead

    Oct 2019 - Feb 2020

  • Aviation Maintenance Technician

    May 2019 - Feb 2020
• 

  Bliss Bouldering and Climbing Complex

  Jul 2020 - Sept 2022

  Head Route Setter
• 

  Wichita Public Schools - USD259

  Nov 2021 - Aug 2022

  Guest Teacher

  Guest Teacher with the public school system in Wichita Kansas. Primarily substitute teach High School aged students.

• 

  WSU Tech

  May 2022 - now

  Instructor
• 

  Forrest Bayerd Aviation LLC

  Jul 2024 - now

  Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic

  Mobile A&P Mechanic serving legacy piston engine aircraft owners & operators