Edward Welton

  

Biography:

Security Clearance: Secret Clearance

Military Experience: 32.4 years

Work Experience: 9.7 years

Work Experience:

 Seasoned and dedicated Aircraft Maintenance Manager with a
proven record of excellence in planning, directing, and executing airlift and
special mission aircraft maintenance operations. Known for strong leadership,
technical expertise, and an unwavering commitment to mission readiness and
safety. Brings over 32 years of experience managing diverse teams, coordinating
cross-functional operations, and optimizing maintenance performance under
demanding conditions. Recognized for exceptional problem-solving skills,
attention to detail, and the ability to inspire teams to achieve superior
results. Combines a results-driven mindset with a collaborative leadership
style, ensuring efficient operations, continuous improvement, and adherence to
the highest Air Force maintenance and quality standards.  

Military Service:

  • Rank: Senior Master Sergeant

    Branch/Position: Air National Guard

    Period: August 1993 - December 2025

    Occupation: 2A571 - Airlift/Special Mission Aircraft Maintenance Craftsman

    Security Clearance: Secret Clearance

    Duties Description:
    Maintains aircraft, support equipment (SE), and forms and records. Performs production supervisor, flight chief, expediter, crew chief, support, aero repair, and maintenance functions. Advises on problems maintaining, servicing, and inspecting aircraft and aerospace SE. Uses technical data to diagnose and solve maintenance problems on aircraft systems.

    Training courses:

    • AWARDS & RECOGNITION • Meritorious Service Medal • Air Force Commendation Medal •Air Force Achievement Medal •Maintenance Excellence Award •Quality Assurance Professional Recognition
    • Class A Drivers License with Tanker, Doubles and Triples endorsements
    • Heavy Equipment Operator
    • Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) License
    • Quality Assurance and Safety Program Certification
    • Root Cause Analysis and Continuous Process Improvement
    • Aircraft Maintenance Technician Certification
    • Weight & Balance Qualified (AWBS)

Work history:

  • Job Title: Aircraft Maintenance Quality Assurance Chief Inspector

    Company: 105 Maintenance Group

    Period: August 2020 - December 2025

    Trainings, Certifications and Licences:

    • Aircraft Weight and Balance Certified
    • Quality Assurance and Safety Program Certification
    • Root Cause Analysis and Continuous Process Improvement
    Role Description:

     · Create and organize annual evaluation and inspection plan for the Maintenance Group  

    · Research and build special certification roster in accordance with DAFI21-101_ANGSUP 

    · Maintenance Group Self-Assessment Program Manager 

    · Develop and update Maintenance Group trend analysis summary slides monthly 

    · Evaluate work proficiency, housekeeping, and task knowledge in accordance with the Maintenance Standardization and Evaluation Program  

    · Ensure proper tech data, personal protective equipment, and safety data sheet usage. 

    · Investigate mishaps and determine proper course of action for solution.  

    · Review
    inspection discrepancies for trends and advise Leadership as required     

    · Review and approve job standardization packages annually 

    · Wing weight and balance program manager 

    · Manage Aircraft Impoundment program and advise MXG/CC  

    · Investigate Aircraft maintenance mishaps 

    · Developed Wing Hot Refuel program 

    · Conduct Evaluator Proficiency Evaluations annually and document in LEAP  

  • Job Title: Aircraft Maintenance Supervisor

    Company: 105 Aircraft Maintenance Squadron

    Period: April 2016 - August 2020

    Role Description:

     · Plan and organize the workload for assigned workers for organizational success. 

    · Having knowledge of aircraft repair functions to meet & set deadlines. 

    · Oversee and train aircraft repair as well as devising new cost saving methods. 

    · Work with other supervisors in making sound decisions based on fact.  

    · Evaluate work proficiency, housekeeping, and task knowledge. 

    · Ensure proper tech data and personal protective equipment use. 

    · Investigate
    mishaps and determine proper course of action for solution.      

    · Review Aircraft forms for proper documentation and accuracy.  

    · Communicate general concepts and knowledge of shop processes, ensuring safe work practices. 

    · Performed Functional Area Records Manager duties 

    · Refined and streamlined squadron records program for ease of use 

    · Performed squadron Resource Advisor duties 

    · Augmented Flight Line Production Superintendent  

    · Monitor and update member training in My Learning   

Education:

  • Community College of the Air Force

    Associate's Degree – Associate of Applied Science in Aircraft Maintenance Technology

    Period: April 2015

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