William R. Rhude Jr.
2485 SE Betty rd, Port St Lucie, FL. 34952
Phone 850-758-6129 E-mail Guardian1165@aol.com
Aviation Airframe and Powerplant Specialist
29 Years Experience in the Industry’s Most Competitive Firms
Objective
To secure an Aviation Maintenance Technician position in the civilian sector.
My diverse aviation military background coupled with over 25 years Helicopter experience has
enabled me to be qualified for several positions within your company; however Aviation
Maintenance Technician, Aviation Structural Mechanic (Sheet metal tech) and Quality
Assurance inspector on HH-60j helicopters was my official ratings within the U.S. Coast
Guard.
Experience Highlights
Quality Assurance Inspector Composite technician Crew Chief
Research and Development Aircraft Flight Mechanic Operations Management
Sheet Metal Technician A&P License Weight and Balance qualified
Retired Veteran “Secret” security clearance Non destructive inspection
qual
Profile
Top performer with exceptional interpersonal communication and public relations skills that
allow the development of strong rapport with individuals on all levels. Outstanding record of
achievement coupled with the ability to succeed through leadership, creativity, effective
management, motivation, and development of staff to maximum potential. Adept at analyzing
and resolving problems and developing and instituting the needed procedures and responses.
A constant high level of performance dealing with people and services requiring solid
management, organizational and time management abilities.
Results oriented, highly motivated to succeed. Energetic and assertive, adept at the
coordination and implementation of multi-faceted operational procedures in established
operations. A sound professional attitude with pride in personal performance.

Seeking a position that will challenge and use my Aviation Maintenance Technician and
Aviation Structural Mechanic experience, education and acquired skills to positively impact
company performance and profitability while providing personal and professional growth.
Work History
01 Jan 12-Present Keiser University / Everglades University
Acquiring BS Degree in Aerospace Technology
Acquiring BS Degree in Social Media Communications
03 feb 12-01 Jan 13 Rhude’s land clearing
Owner / Operator
Operating assortment of heavy machinery used in land clearing business.
20 nov 08- 03 feb 12 ERC / Tyonek manufacturing group
West Palm Beach, FL.
Test and Development (UH-60 Blackhawks MU) Fly By Wire
Research,Test and development of Mike upgrade to the Blackhawk helicopters. (Fly by Wire)
Interact with program Engineering and instrumentation
specialist for implementation of new processes
Installation of prototype parts and equipment and provide
feedback on its performance
Testing and Troubleshooting systems
Performed Daily inspections and maintenance to maintain Flight Status
Comply with all scheduled and unscheduled inspections
Maintained aircraft logs and records
Launching and Recovery of Aircraft
Interact with Sikorsky employee's, DCMA and Army Personnel daily for carrying out daily
assignments
Maintaining Security Clearance

15 apr 08–20 nov 08 Pursuing Education
Furthering education
15 nov 07–15 apr 08 LSI Wheeler Army Air Field, Honolulu, Hi
Aircraft Mechanic (UH-60 BLACKHAWKS)
Phase Maintenance ( Reset)
Experience in fabrication of Aviation material. Including sheet metal fabrication. Composite
repair and lay-up, electrical wiring, painting, blueprint interpretation, and all aspects of
Aviation fabrication processes.
Repair and overhaul of all aircraft systems and subsystems.
01 oct 06–15 nov 07 L3 / Crestview Aerospace
Crestview, FL
Quality Engineering (UH-60 BLACKHAWKS)
Quality Point of Contact for Designated Customer
Maintains Customer Established Quality Requirements/Approvals/Accreditations
Prepares/Maintains Customer Quality Plans
Reviews/Approves Production Planning
Develops/Maintains Quality Metrics for Assigned Program (s)
Conducts Root Cause Analysis & Corrective Actions
Augments Inspector Activities
Monitors Customer Returns Corrective Action System
Reads and Interprets Various Specifications, Customer Requirements, and Standards
Sikorsky Preliminary Review Board Member
Process and submit Nonconforming Material Rejection Report for MRB disposition.

01 oct 06–15 nov 07 L3 / Crestview Aerospace
Crestview, FL
Primary Quality Assurance Inspector (UH-60 BLACKHAWKS)
Inspect Electrical, Mechanical and Structural modifications and issue airworthiness
certificates when required.
Able to review and approve aircraft weight and balance data.
Validate that all deviations identified in the aircraft are approved prior final acceptance.
Coordinate with Operations, Customer Quality assurance and Government Quality assurance
when deviations are noted and authorized as use as is.
Perform inspections of suspected non-conforming hardware found during modifications and
issue discrepancy reports and rejection notification when required.
Maintain a database (by program) of discrepancies found by CAC, customer or Government
inspectors, and review for trends and corrective action.
Perform weekly safety and FOD inspections of the AMD facility and work sights.
Review workbooks to assure that essential quality inspections are identified within the books
and that the workbooks reflect the latest engineering data package.
Perform internal audits of all procedures and work instructions used by CAC/AMD.
Sikorsky Flight Safety star stamp holder
01 oct 05 – 01 oct 06 EJM Aerospace
Crestview, FL
Primary Quality Assurance Inspector (GOVT. CONTRACTS)
Experience in fabrication of Aviation material. Including sheet metal fabrication. Composite
repair and lay-up, electrical wiring, painting, blueprint interpretation, and all aspects of
Aviation fabrication processes.
Performed in field repairs and installation of modification kits on various aircraft.
Perform Quality assurance inspections using knowledge and experience to effectively
evaluate quality products.

01 oct 84 – 01 oct 05 U.S. COAST GUARD
Primary Quality Assurance Inspector (HH-60 JAYHAWKS)
Experience in fabrication of Aviation material. Including sheet metal fabrication. Composite
repair and lay-up, electrical wiring, painting, blueprint interpretation, and all aspects of
Aviation fabrication processes.
Performed in field repairs and installation of modification kits on various aircraft.
Perform Quality assurance inspections using knowledge and experience to effectively
evaluate quality products.
Aviation Maintenance Technician / Flight Mechanic (Crew Chief)
Experience include Aircraft Repair and Supply center-Depot level maintenance on:
HH-3f Pelican helo,
HH-60j Jayhawk helo
HU-25 Guardian Jet.
Experience include extensive metal shop, composite fabrication and repair, Quality
assurance, test flight, and Maintenance management experience as well as full knowledge of
all included Aircraft’s systems and sub-systems
Primarily responsible for supervising and performing maintenance on HH-60J helicopters.
Remove and install aircraft subsystem assemblies such as engines, rotors, gearboxes,
transmissions, mechanical flight controls and their components. Service and lubricate aircraft
and subsystems. Prepare aircraft for inspections and maintenance checks. Perform
scheduled inspections and assist in performing special inspections. Inspect and repair aircraft
wings, fuselages and tail assemblies. Service and repair aircraft landing gear. Repair or
replace starters, lights, batteries, wiring and other electrical parts. Maintain accountability of
assigned equipment and personnel.
Management /Administration Expertise
Train and evaluate staff, providing appropriate feedback regarding performance and training
requirements.
Identify corporate objectives; organize needed resources, direct operational efforts to achieve
desired results.
Attend and participate in meetings, seminars and conferences. Enforce, track and insure
compliance with all organization policies and procedures.
Gather and disseminate information for status reports for presentation to management staff.
Daily review ofAircraft logbooks and records for accuracy and compliance.

Computer Experience
Extensive experience working with all Microsoft office tools, particularly Microsoft excel and
Microsoft PowerPoint constructing spreadsheets and training programs.
Experience in entering and tracking Data in Solumina
Education
A & P license.
BS Degree in Social Media Communications
AS Degree in Graphic Arts and Design
Currently hold 43 credits hours towards BS degree in Aerospace Technology
U.S. Coast Guard Aviation Structural Mechanic “A” school
U.S. Coast Guard Aviation Maintenance Technician “A” school
Sandia Labs aging aircraft corrosion school
Heli-tune “C” school
NDI school
References
Name Employer Position Phone
George Williamson Sikorsky Crew Chief 561-232-0788
Adam Mouser US Army Division Chief 256-783-0685
James Miller Tyonek Assistant production 256-929-5583
Mike Sabol Sikorsky Flight test Man 561-722-3454
John Reece Lockheed Martin QA Supervisor 850-902-2799

Computer Experience
Extensive experience working with all Microsoft office tools, particularly Microsoft excel and
Microsoft PowerPoint constructing spreadsheets and training programs.
Experience in entering and tracking Data in Solumina
Education
A & P license.
BS Degree in Social Media Communications
AS Degree in Graphic Arts and Design
Currently hold 43 credits hours towards BS degree in Aerospace Technology
U.S. Coast Guard Aviation Structural Mechanic “A” school
U.S. Coast Guard Aviation Maintenance Technician “A” school
Sandia Labs aging aircraft corrosion school
Heli-tune “C” school
NDI school
References
Name Employer Position Phone
George Williamson Sikorsky Crew Chief 561-232-0788
Adam Mouser US Army Division Chief 256-783-0685
James Miller Tyonek Assistant production 256-929-5583
Mike Sabol Sikorsky Flight test Man 561-722-3454
John Reece Lockheed Martin QA Supervisor 850-902-2799