1. Drew Princiotta
7415 Mulligan Court, Port Richey, Florida 34668, USA
Cell 727-514-3138
E-Mail Address- drewprinciotta@yahoo.com
OBJECTIVE
Seeking an Electronics Technician Supervisor Position to make use of my proven skillsand personal experiencein
test supportand Quality Assurance.
EDUCATION
Airframe and Powerplant License, National Aviation Academy, St. Petersburg, Florida.
Mercy College, Dobbs Ferry, New York.
ABOUT ME
Senior Electronics Technician with an activeSecret Security Clearanceand 18 years experience in military
applications,processes,procedures,and electronics equipment.
CREW (Counter Radio Controlled IED Electronic Warfare) Systems qualified.
FAA Licensed Airframe and Power plantmechanic with 18 plus years experience in aviation electronic
troubleshooting,testing and repair.
EMPLOYMENT
Flight Simulator Technician Senior LCT Program
Computer Sciences Corporation
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, December, 2014 thru present
Conductpreventive maintenance,flightsupport and dailytestflights for ensuring alignmentofflightcontrols,test
functions of simulated avionics/weapons systems. Perform routine software backups ofthe device trainer software
and be responsible for overall cleanliness ofthe device. Consultwith engineers in troubleshooting systems and
supportequipment,knowledgeable in troubleshooting to isolate mechanical or electrical faults and repair faulty
components.
Field Engineer Senior, Shift Lead
Lockheed Martin Corporation PTDS Program
Afghanistan, January 2012 thru October 2014
Experienced with the day to day operations of the aerostat or lighter than air systems; maintenance of
hydraulic winch systems, electromechanical control systems, experience operating high lift vehicles and fork
lifts, experienced working with compressed gas systems, electrical power generation systems, and MX-20
camera systems. Create shift schedules, assign tasks to fellow workers.

2. Provide flight support; interpretation of surveillance systems products; O&M on aerostat avionics, acoustic
sensors, ground sensors; operation of EO/IR sensor payloads, radar systems, military and telemetry radios.
Conducts preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of electronic equipment; as well as O&M of
aerostats and mooring systems in support of the Persistent Threat Detection System (PTDS) program.
O&M of electronic equipment includes :
 video distribution systems
 navigation systems
 avionics systems
 fiber optic transmission systems (analysis, splicing, termination)
 electrical and serial data cable terminations
 test and diagnostics equipment (TMDE)
 Proficient in reading and interpreting electronic schematics;
 Proficient in computer/software operations, MS Office, Windows OS
 Performs other duties as assigned.
 Combat Life Saver qualified.
 Active Security Clearance
Field Service Technician- Senior
CSC Corporation
Camp Arifjan, Kuwait
April 18, 2011 thru October 20, 2011
 Was responsible for installing numerous mission critical Counter IED systems in all types of military
vehicles which saved countless lives.
 Familiar with all types of electronic troubleshooting equipment.
 Instructed Electronic Warfare Officers in the proper operation of CREW systems.
Job description is the same as listed below with the Mantech Corporation.
Field Service Representative
Mantech Corporation
Camp Arifjan, Kuwait
January 2009 thru April18, 2011
 Was a Site Lead at Camp Virginia and Camp Buerhing in Kuwait.
 Trained less experienced technicians on proper troubleshooting, repair and use of jamming systems.
 Instructed inexperienced technicians in the proper use of electronic equipment.
Performed leadership and work guidance to less experienced personnel, and trained new employees in daily
maintenance, and Standard Operating Procedure
Was Site Lead at Camp Virginia and Camp Buerhing in Kuwait.
Trained Soldiers, Airmen, and EWO’s (Electronic Warfare Officer’s) on operating procedures of CREW systems
CVRJ, DUKE V2/V3, and JUKEBOX.
Provided on-site field support and resolved customer problems in the areas of hardware / software
installation, repair, upgrade, and maintenance of CREW Systems.

3. Performed Quality Assurance / Quality Control of all CREW systems before leaving the (Regional Support
Center).
Performed complex analysis and prepared reports on system problem trends and issues.
Acted as a liaison with customers on administrative and technical matters for assigned missions.
Ensured issues were referred to the appropriate personnel / service areas for follow up, testing and
troubleshooting.
Troubleshoot down to component level all different types of system faults.
Utilized Spectrum Analyzers, RF Power Meters, Multi Meters, Oscilloscopes, power supplies and other
electronic devices.
Flight Simulator Technician, Opinicus Corporation, Lutz, Florida
November 2005 thru October 2008.
 Led other Simulator Technicians in the proper procedures for preflight inspection.
 Logged many hours of simulator flight time in cockpit at the flight controls.
Performed installation of mechanical components, electrical installations, and software installations. Comply
with company and military specifications. Read and follow all blueprints and schematics. Fabricate and
build, according to print and not limited to all types of DC power supplies for flight control systems, friction
loaders, fire detection systems and flight control loaders. Install and troubleshoot down to component level
all phases of mechanical and electrical installations, such as visual systems, flight controls, O2 system
installation, air conditioning installations, hydraulic and electric motion control systems upgrades, installed
closed circuit camera systems and new installations. Sign off all installations and repairs. Perform preflight
inspections and do complete system run ups to include flying of the simulator to check for any anomalies.
Logged many hours of flight time in several types of simulators.
Housing/Reworks Department Class A Mechanic, Pall Corp. New Port Richey, Fl. April 2003 thru November
2005.
 Team Leader responsible for cost evaluation on returned equipment from the field.
 Assigned tasks to other technicians.
 Instructed less experienced technicians in the proper use of electronic testing equipment.
Responsibilities include the diagnosing, troubleshooting and repair of aircraft electrical solenoids, servos,
hydraulic accumulators, hydraulic manifolds, and hydraulic valves that come in to the plant from the field for
repair. Duties include writing teardown reports and determining how much labor is involved. Used different
types of electronic equipment to troubleshoot electrical issues in the hydraulic systems.
Hydraulic Valve Technician Class A Mechanic, Pall Corp. New Port Richey, Fl. September 2002 thru April
2003
Performed building and testing of hydraulic, electrical and pneumatic valves for all types of applications.
Involved in new research and development of new production valves and electrical solenoid valves. Read and
correct out of date test procedures. Improve production testing procedures and equipment. Train other
technicians in the proper use of test equipment. Consult with Engineering on production issues and resolve
them. Work in conjunction with personnel from Parker Hannifin, Bombardier, Cessna, Lockheed Martin,
Sikorsky, Dehavelin and other aircraft manufacturers.
Production Housing Mechanic Class A, Pall Corporation, New Port Richey, Florida April 2001 thru September
2002.
Responsibilities include the building and testing of hydraulic manifolds, valves, and solenoids for Military and
civilian applications. Teach other mechanics the use of new test setups, test procedures, testing equipment
and test stand repair.

4. Engineering Lab Technician, Pall Aerospace, Pinellas Park, Florida May 1996- thru April 2001.
 Qualified Lockheed Martin F-22 Raptor Hydraulic system.
 Qualified V22 hydraulic system.
 Certified solderer
 Assisted in the development of several different test procedures
 Technical writer.
Performed testing and qualification of all types of hydraulic, pneumatic and water filtration systems
for Military vessels, helicopters, tanks, trucks and civilian aircraft. Responsibilities included the
ability to read blueprints and schematics, the use of micrometers and calipers, perform Qualification
Testing according to Military specifications, work closely with the Engineering Department on
research and development of new products. Assist in writing test procedures for production
development. Computer literate in Excel, Microsoft Word, and Windows 95, 98, XP, for in depth
report writing. Knowledgeable in the use of data acquisitions, such as the use of Data Buckets, and
pro logic controllers. Proficient in troubleshooting, fabrication and rebuilding of hydraulic, pneumatic,
and portable power units. Knowledgeable in all types of test and shop equipment such as
oscilloscopes, pressure transducers, pressure transducer amplifiers, vibration test equipment,
environmental chambers, dye penetrate testing, black light testing, PLC’s for durability testing, and
cycling equipment. Knowledgeable in all types of destructive and non-destructive qualification
testing. Performed flame resistance testing on hydraulic filters and manifolds with the working
knowledge of the respective Military Specifications.
Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic, US Air Express, Charlotte, North Carolina September 1995 thru
April 1996.
Performed repairs and maintenance of all types of ground support equipment such as hydraulic
booms, deicing trucks, ground power units and aircraft tugs. Responsible for upkeep and
maintenance records for all pieces of equipment
Aerotec Aviation Maintenance, St. Petersburg, Florida February 1995 thru August 1995.
Performed repairs of small single and twin engine aircraft. I was accountable for researching any
Airworthiness Directives pertaining to the repair of the aircraft. I was also accountable for the
airworthiness maintenance of all rental aircraft in the fleet. Make sure all log books were signed off
and up to date.
 Responsible for the maintenance of a fleet of 8 Cessna 172 aircraft.
SKILLS
I am certified with IPC-J-STD-001C for the following:
Wires and terminals, through hole Technologies, surface mount technology, and inspections.
I am certified in general soldering and component preparation such as turret terminals, pierced
connections, axial lead components, micro switches, reed switches, cup terminals, connector pins,
gold soldering, circuit boards, cut, strip & tin wires.
If given a task, I will perform my job to the best of my ability.
Fairly fluent in Spanish.
Familiar with Military Standards and Procedures
A&P Mechanic
FAA Certified Repairman
Forklift Operator