Benjamin L. Longoria has over 10 years of experience as an aviation maintenance technician in the Coast Guard, where he performed inspections, repairs, and maintenance on aircraft like the HC-130 in accordance with FAA regulations. He has experience performing tasks like corrosion prevention, structural repairs, logistics missions, search and rescue operations, and weekly airframe inspections. Longoria has received several honors and certifications in aviation maintenance and leadership. He is seeking a position utilizing his aircraft maintenance experience.

1. Benjamin L. Longoria
207 St. Eusebia St. Pensacola,FL 32503
Phone: (850) 485-3003 E-Mail: benlee0913@yahoo.com
Objective
To utilize my Coast Guard experience inspecting, testing, repairing, maintaining, and servicing aircraft in
accordance with manufacturer’s guidelines and FAA regulations to obtain a similar or related position.
Experience
Coast Guard Air Station, Clearwater, FL Aug 2011-Present
Perform corrosion preventative maintenance as well as calendar maintenance on HC-130. Ensure proper
balance of cargo on aircraft, inspect airframes weekly for safety issues including flaps, landing gear, tires,
hydraulic systems, flight control surfaces, power plants/engines, and overall integrity. Perform airframe
structural repairs to ensure aircraft meets proper safety standards.
Coast Guard Air Station, Kodiak, AK Feb 2008-July 2011
Carried out logistics missions between waters of Alaska and Russia. Actively participated in search and
rescue missions on both land and water. Completed duties of a loadmaster. Enforced procedures for
proper tool management within the crew. Executed weekly inspections of airframes to correct and
prevent safety issues.
Aviation Mechanical Tech School, Elizabeth City, NC Aug 2007-Jan 2008
Acquired a broad knowledge base in the laws of flight, NDI inspections, schematic readings, electronics,
hydraulics, propeller, landing gear, and fuel systems. Became skilled in proper aircraft repairs such as:
metal fabrication, composite repairs, turbine engine components including accessory section,
compressor section, combustion chambers, exhaust and painting procedures and techniques.
Coast Guard Training Station, Mobile, AL April 2007-Aug 2007
Became accomplished in marshaling to successfully transition aircraft on and off runway. Gained skills in
taking and reading fuel samples of aircrafts. Acquired extensive knowledge in safety precautions
regarding various aircraft.
Coast Guard Cutter Thetis Aug 2005-March 2007
Gained basic ship handling skillset for success in the Coast Guard. Became adept in maneuvering and
navigating Coast Guard vessels. Developed understanding of the maintenance needs and requirements
aboard vessels.
Coast Guard Training Center, Cape May, NJ April 2005-Aug 2005
Educated in Coast Guard history, expectations, and requirements. Challenged physically and mentally
to ensure a well-suited match.

2. Benjamin L. Longoria
2350 Cypress Rd. Apt. 2421 Palm Harbor, FL 34683
Phone: (850) 485-3003 E-Mail: benlee0913@yahoo.com
Education
Aviation Maintenance Certification (A&P) 2014
National Aviation Academy, Clearwater, FL
Leadership and Management Certification 2013
Coast Guard Leadership Development Center, Miami, FL
Certificate in HC-130H Environmental Systems Maintenance 2009
CAE, Tampa, FL
Certificate in HC-130H Structural Repair Maintenance 2009
CAE, Tampa, FL
Certificate in HC-130H Fuel System and Fuel Tank Repair Maintenance 2008
CAE, Tampa, FL
Certificate in Aviation Maintenance 2008
Coast Guard Aviation Training Center, Elizabeth City, NC
Awards/Honors
Coast Guard Good Conduct Medal 2014, 2011, 2008
National Aviation Academy’s Born Ready Tuition Scholarship 2013
Coast Guard Commandant Letter of Commendation Ribbon 2011
Coast Guard Unit Commendation Ribbon 2009
Coast Guard Sea Service Ribbon 2006
Coast Guard Presidential Unit Citation 2006
Coast Guard Meritorious Unit Commendation Ribbon 2006
Presidential Unit Citation 2005
References available upon request