Harlan Hoffpauir
Lafayette,LA
Summary
Skilled aviation technician with many years of experience on rotorcraft and fixed wing aircraft. I'm always looking to add new skills to my already vast and varied skill set. I work well with others and find that skilled co workers can often be a valuable asset and learning tool. I'm seeking a challenging new position with an organization where I can be an asset.
Experienced with aircraft system diagnostics and repairs. Utilizes technical skills to ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations. Track record of effective problem-solving and team collaboration in high-pressure situations.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Aviation Maintenance Technician
Bristow Helicopters
05.2022 - Current
- Kept up-to-date with industry best practices through continuous professional development and training courses.
- Collaborated with fellow technicians to complete complex repairs swiftly and accurately.
- Performed troubleshooting for avionics systems malfunctions, pinpointing issues accurately to minimize repair times.
- Enhanced aircraft safety by performing thorough inspections and routine maintenance tasks.
- Performed daily maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs of aircraft systems and avionics systems on 30 aircraft and 7 different airframes.
- Performed task in a fast pace environment.
- Maintained detailed records of all maintenance work completed, ensuring regulatory compliance and easy reference for future repairs.
Avionics Technician
Firefly Aerospace
10.2021 - 05.2022
- Installed avionics systems and wiring on Alpha launch vehicle spacecraft. Performed testing of systems and assisted with final assembly of spacecraft prior to and during ground runs of launch vehicle. Prepared vehicle for transportation to site for launch.
- Tested electrical aircraft systems, components, and equipment for compliance with standards and to uncover malfunctions.
- Increased efficiency in troubleshooting processes by utilizing advanced diagnostic tools and equipment.
Avionics Technician
Spectre Aeronautics
02.2021 - 09.2021
- Contributed to team efforts by collaborating with other technicians for complex repairs and installations.
- Assisted in the training of junior technicians, sharing knowledge and expertise to enhance overall team performance.
- Reduced downtime for aircraft by completing avionics repairs in a timely manner without compromising quality or safety standards.
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled inspections to check flight readiness of aircraft.
- Installed and integrated Avionics systems on multiple fixed wing airframes. Performed test of all systems after installation to ensure proper operation.
Aircraft Maintenance/Avionics Technician
Northrop Grumman (Aerotek)
09.2020 - 01.2021
- (Contractor) Performed pre flight and post flight inspections on MCQ8 fire scout unmanned aircraft. Prepared aircraft for flight operations and engine runs by installing rotor blades, checking fluid levels, attaching tie down apparatus to aircraft and ground for engine runs, fueling and defueling aircraft. Troubleshooting and performing repairs on electrical and mechanical issues. Performing end item inspections and resolving issues to prepare aircraft for delivery to customer.
- Expedited fault identification processes using detailed schematics and wiring diagrams for effective troubleshooting methods.
Avionics Technician
Bristow Helicopters
12.2015 - 04.2020
- Performed installations of avionics and electrical wiring and equipment on aircraft use for oilfield offshore transportation. Worked in a fight line environment troubleshooting and performing repairs on aircraft flying customers daily. Worked in a supervisor and inspector capacity overseeing other technicians work. Complied with all relevant federal and company regulations to assure safety of flight.
Avionics Technician
Avionics Solutions
05.2015 - 12.2015
- Performed installations and repairs of avionics and electrical systems on rotor wing and fixed wing aircraft. Built avionics wiring harnesses for multiple aircraft and systems types in a shop environment. Supervised coworkers work in harness assembly and worked closely with the company owner to help company operations to run efficiently and safely.
Avionics Technician
Bristow Helicopters
10.2004 - 05.2015
- Performed installations of avionics and electrical wiring and equipment on aircraft used for oilfield offshore transportation. Worked in a flight line environment troubleshooting and performing repairs on aircraft flying customers daily. Worked in a supervisor and inspector capacity overseeing other technicians work. Complied with all federal and company regulations to ensure safety of flight.
Avionics Technician
Petroleum Helicopters
04.2003 - 10.2004
- Performed installation of avionics and electrical wiring and systems on aircraft used for oilfield offshore transportation and medical transportation. Performed testing and troubleshooting of aircraft systems in a flight line environment. Complied with all relevant federal and company regulations to ensure safety of flight.
Robotics Technician
Lockheed Martin
06.1999 - 01.2001
- Worked on a traveling crew performing installations and testing of robotics distribution systems for the U.S. postal service and Amazon.com. Installed wiring and pneumatics for these systems and operated these systems in a test capacity for a period of time to allow for acceptance by customers.
Avionics Technician
Northrop Grumman
06.1995 - 05.1999
- Performed installation of avionics and electrical wiring and systems on Boeing 707 aircraft, for the purpose of converting them into Joint Star surveillance aircraft for the United States military. Performed minor sheet metal alterations and repairs and assisted in the installation of many aircraft systems. Complied with Military and company specifications to ensure safety of flight.
Education
General Studies - Some college (No degree)
McNeese State University
Lake Charles, LAAircraft Safety - Some college (No degree)
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Daytona Beach, FLAirframe and Powerplant - License
Aero Tech
Houston, TX01.2006
Sikorsky S-92 - undefined
Factory school
01.2005
Skills
- Transponder certification and installation
- Flight management and GPS installation
- ELT and deployable ELT installation and programing
- IFR 6000
- IFR 4000
- Barfield, Laversab, and GE pitot static test sets
- Use of many hand tools for avionics and aviation maintenance
- Installation, testing, and troubleshooting of aircraft satellite communication systems
- Experience with many different aircraft communication and navigation systems
- Performing inspections for quality of workmanship and correct installation
- Experience with towing and handling of multiple airframes
- Work on aircraft in part 135 and 145 environments using work orders and logbooks
- Use of fluke multi meters, amp meters and meggers
- Compliance of all safety regulations and performing all work in a safe and efficient manner
- Attention to detail
- Experience with aircraft refurbishment, modifications, new installations and new production
- Electrical and structural blueprints and schematics
- Supervising and planning special projects
- Communication and coordination
- Mechanical aptitude
- Safety compliance awareness
- Quality inspection
- Aviation regulations expertise
- Flight control systems
- Fleet maintenance
- Blueprint and schematic reading
- Ground support equipment operation
- Advanced tool usage
- Instrumentation and avionics
- Hydraulic systems
- Propulsion systems
- Aircraft repair
- GSE maintenance
- Aircraft system testing
- Work order documentation
- Maintenance records
- Reading technical manuals
- Diagnosing problems
- Preventive Maintenance
- Troubleshooting and repair
- Aircraft inspections
Certification
- Safety wire
- Torque methods
- Scotch brite disk surface conditioner
- Aircraft refuel/defuel
- Aircraft safety
- Electrostatic discharge
- Electrical resistance tester
- Electrical fabrication of wiring harnesses
- Paint touch up
- Surface prep application
- FOE/factory accountability
- Manual application (alodine 1200, 600, 1000)
- Overhead crane
- Respirator
- Aircraft jacking
- Aircraft ground handling
Timeline
Aviation Maintenance Technician
Bristow Helicopters
05.2022 - Current
Avionics Technician
Firefly Aerospace
10.2021 - 05.2022
Avionics Technician
Spectre Aeronautics
02.2021 - 09.2021
Aircraft Maintenance/Avionics Technician
Northrop Grumman (Aerotek)
09.2020 - 01.2021
Avionics Technician
Bristow Helicopters
12.2015 - 04.2020
Avionics Technician
Avionics Solutions
05.2015 - 12.2015
Avionics Technician
Bristow Helicopters
10.2004 - 05.2015
Avionics Technician
Petroleum Helicopters
04.2003 - 10.2004
Robotics Technician
Lockheed Martin
06.1999 - 01.2001
Avionics Technician
Northrop Grumman
06.1995 - 05.1999
Aircraft Safety - Some college (No degree)
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Airframe and Powerplant - License
Aero Tech
Sikorsky S-92 - undefined
Factory school
General Studies - Some college (No degree)
McNeese State University
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