Daniel Watson

Experience

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  United States Air Force

  Jan 1987 - Jan 1997

  Avionics Specialist

  Primary duty and training was system level servicing, faultfinding, and repair of avionics systems, and associated test equipment used on fighter aircraft. -Radio communication and encryption equipment -Integrated communication and audio warning system -Air to Air Interrogation, Identification Friend or Foe and Electronic warfare detection and jamming equipment -Computer assisted flight controls and instrument landing systems -Air to air and air to ground RADAR and LASER munitions systems -TACAN, Automatic Direction Finding, Internal Navigation Systems, magnetic and infrared navigation, pitot-static, and engine management systems Show less

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  Woolwich College

  Mar 1998 - Oct 1998

  Electronic Servicing Technician / Motor Vehicle Lecturer

  Maintain and repaired the electronic test equipment and projects used in the classroom and laboratory. Oversaw the running of the workshop and repairs in the motor vehicle department.

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  Autoflame Engineering

  Nov 1998 - Feb 2000

  Workshop Manager

  Supervised the construction of specialized one off industrial burner management systems from receiving the drawing, through to testing and site installation. Main skills include: - Electrical / electronic wiring and control panel building - Metal working and basic welding - Plumbing of fuel lines for gas and oil

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  Quinta Da Ria

  May 2001 - Nov 2002

  Chief Mechanic

  Was responsible for the maintenance of the machinery used in all aspects of golf course maintenance.

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  Able Metallic Services

  Jan 2003 - Aug 2007

  Electroplating Technician

  Refurbishment of various fixed and rotor wing aircraft parts though the use of several forms of electroplating and surface finishing methods, to include but not limited to. -Tank and selective brush application of Cadmium, Nickel, Silver and Chromium-Tank and selective brush anodizing -Phosphate fluoride treatment of Titanium-Passivation, Electrochemical plating stripping, Stress and Hydrogen embrittlement relief -Temper etch inspection and electrochemical marking

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  Able Engineering & Component Services

  Aug 2007 - Jul 2011

  Mechanic / Inspector

  Perform inspection, repair, and overhaul of various aircraft components, specializing in mechanical, electro-mechanical and hydraulic actuators. -Work as a float mechanic / inspector to other areas as production needs dictate -Highly proficient at researching overhaul manuals and developing repairs-Skilled in the use of precision measuring devices-Develop and maintain tooling systems

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  Able Engineering and Component Services

  Aug 2008 - Apr 2009

  Research and development technician

  -Explored and developed new potential core products.-Disassembled, inspected and researched repairs for new items.-Developed tooling and repair processes for potential core products.-Provided training to quickly familiarize production with new products.

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  Hawker Beechcraft

  Jul 2011 - Jan 2013

  A&P Mechanic

  •Performed troubleshooting, inspection and diagnoses of maintenance issues involving aircraft structures, systems and engines.•Removed and or disassembled defective parts; assembled and installed replacement parts, components and subassemblies.•Performed airframe and powerplant repairs and modifications per FAA and Hawker-Beechcraft repair standards.•Completed all necessary maintenance records and paperwork required by FAA and company regulations.•Performed basic to moderate sheet metal and structural repairs.•Researched and interpreted technical manuals, drawings, AD's and service bulletins to perform required maintenance tasks. Show less

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  Falcon Executive Aviation

  Feb 2013 - Jun 2014

  A&P Mechanic

  •Performed routine inspections and maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and operation checks of airframe and powerplant systems on the following aircraft: -Beechcraft; Bonanza, Baron and King Air -Cessna; 162, 172, 182, 206, 210, 310, 421 and 350 Columbia -Piper; PA-18 Super Cub, PA-28 and PA-31 series•Operations check, adjust and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, environmental, fuel, landing gear and flight control systems. • Serviced, inspected and repaired Lycoming and Continental piston engines and associated systems.•Maintained, inspected, and adjusted PT-6 turboprop engines.•Inspected, blended and balanced propellers.•Proficient in the use of aircraft ground servicing equipment including tugs, hi-lifts, servicing carts and test equipment. Show less

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  Air Transport Components

  Jul 2014 - Aug 2015

  Component Repair Technician

  • Disassemble, inspect, repair or overhaul as necessary, assemble and test Boeing 737, 747, 757 & 767 landing gear and 737 and MD80 thrust reverser parts and assemblies.• Perform receiving inspections and research of AD's, service bulletins, OME and FAA repair procedures and customer work orders to determine maintenance required to return components to serviceable condition.• Test, inspect and perform fits and clearance inspections to determine repair or replacement of parts and assemblies.• Final assemble and test components, complete paperwork package and required documentation for final inspection. Show less

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  MD Helicopters

  Aug 2015 - Feb 2023

  Provide internal company training to the employees at MD Helicopters. This training covers a wide range of topics to include but not limited to History and Orientation, Safety, Aviation Maintenance related skills, Quality Systems, and Federal Aviation Regulations. Level IV Inspector at MD Helicopters -After Market Operations, repairing and overhauling 369D21200 and 600N1200 series main rotor hub assemblies.

  • Training Specialist

    Feb 2022 - Feb 2023

  • Inspection Technician IV

    Oct 2018 - Feb 2022

  • Lead Overhaul and Repair A&P Mechanic

    Aug 2018 - Oct 2018

  • Overhaul and Repair A&P Mechanic

    Aug 2015 - Aug 2018
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  Harter Aerospace

  Jan 2023 - now

  Quality Inspector