1. MATHEW RYAN KUMFER
3450 Huffine Mill Rd., Gibsonville, NC 27249
(407) 227-9178 mathewkumfer@gmail.com
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Aircraft Maintenance Professional with over 12 years of combined Maintenance & Inspection
Management experience in the United States Army and with Dyncorp International with a track record of
performance excellence. Able to work effectively with a diverse group of varying cultural and ethnic
backgrounds with superior results. Demonstrate meticulous attention to detail and the ability to excel in
high pressured environments while executing precision workmanship. Strong ability to build and manage
a cohesive maintenance staff capable of delivering efficient results.
⋅ Possess an NACI DOD Security Clearance issued last on 06/14/2014.
⋅ Possess an Inactive Secret DOD Security Clearance issued last on 04/09/2009.
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Daytona Beach, Florida Attending
Bachelor of Science in Aeronautics (107 Credit Hours, 3.929 GPA) Alpha Sigma Lambda
Honor Society since 2013)
Federal Aviation Administration, Washington, D.C. 05/2014
Airframe and Power Plant License; Certificate # 3729529
Federal Aviation Administration, Washington, D.C. 10/2013
Private Pilot License #3729529
Aviators Night Vision Imaging System (ANVIS), Bagram, Afghanistan 04/2015
ANVIS, AN/AVS-6(v)3
Military Training
UH-60M and CH-47F Model Transition Course 2012
Advanced Leader Course 2010
Aviation Accident Prevention Course 2008
Warrior Leader Course 2007
Transportation and Storage of Hazardous Materials Course 2005
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Aircraft Mechanics
Program Management
Personnel Training
Aviation Maintenance
Planning
Risk Management
Safety Policy/Procedures
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Inspection Procedures
Logistics Management
DOD Regulations
Meticulous Attention to Detail
Clear, Concise
Communicator
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Project Management
Contractor Support
Personnel Management
Effective Leadership
Impeccable Multi-Tasking
Budgeting/Fund Accounts
Parts/Supply Management

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WORK EXPERIENCE
Dyncorp International, Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan 06/2014 – 11/2016
Aircraft Mechanic II, UH-60
⋅ Conducted scheduled and unscheduled inspections, maintenance, troubleshooting and diagnostics on
aircraft rotor systems. Performed functional and operational testing of systems including power,
transmission, control, pneumatic, mechanical, hydraulic, life support and structural equipment, assemblies,
units and accessories, and scheduled inspections.
⋅ Performed troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair of various aircraft electrical systems to include
countermeasure systems, aircraft radio systems, integrated vehicle health management systems,
instrumentation systems, pitot static systems, and many other aircraft specific systems.
⋅ Assembled major components and accessories in accordance with appropriate technical data, and
applicable policies, regulations, and procedures within established time frames.
⋅ Provided maintenance test flight support in determining and performing rotor system balancing and
vibration adjustments.
⋅ Completed various structural repairs consisting of aluminum, titanium, fiberglass, Kevlar, and graphite.
⋅ Conducted fuel systems maintenance to include, inerting, testing, repair and replacement on system
components and fuel cells; Requiring confined space certification and currency in the respirator program
⋅ Managed the UH-60 flight control rigging, fuel systems, electrical systems, and ground support equipment
training program.
⋅ Made prescribed modifications and final adjustments to include minor repair or replacement of attached
electrical, pneumatic, and fuel subsystems, engine controls, and instrumentation as prescribed by work
specifications and technical orders with in established time frames.
Dyncorp International, Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan 08/2014 – 11/2015
Aircraft Mechanic III, Technical Inspector, UH-60, CH-47, and AH-64
⋅ Sole Technical Inspector charged with performing inspections, historical review/update, quality deficient
reports, and processing of the Bagram site component repair shops for the UH-60, CH-47, and AH-64
aircraft.
⋅ Maintained the largest Technical Inspector footprint for the company at Bagram; consisting of multi-
airframe powertrain, engines (T700-GE-701 series and T55-GA-714A,) pneudraulics, sheet metal, rotor
blade, ballistics, and night vision goggle shops.
⋅ Plan, coordinate and supervise technical inspections for aircraft systems, subsystems and major
components to ensure compliance with specifications and operation at optimal levels.
⋅ Update, enforce and implement technical policies, manuals and operational procedures in accordance with
DOD and Army regulations.
⋅ Perform daily, weekly and monthly shop safety inspections of the fire suppression systems, eye irrigation
systems, first aid kits, maintenance stands, heavy equipment, tool boxes, and personnel.
United States Army, Fort Bragg, North Carolina (Includes two deployments to Afghanistan) 01/2010 – 06/2014
UH-60, CH-47 and AH-64 Technical Inspector
⋅ Plan, coordinate and supervise technical inspections for aircraft systems, subsystems and major
components to ensure compliance with specifications and operation at optimal levels.
⋅ Update, enforce and implement technical policies, manuals and operational procedures in accordance with
DOD and Army regulations.
⋅ Maintain accountability for aircraft, equipment and supplies valued in excess of $130 million without
damage, loss, violation or discrepancy in property book reconciliation.
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⋅ Single handedly developed and implemented an Aviation Ground Support Equipment (AGSE) training
program licensing over 140 personnel within a one year period on AGSE equipment with great success.
Increased effectiveness of ground support by more than 82% in as little as four days.
⋅ Liaison to 82nd Airborne Division RQ-7 Shadow military intelligence platoons for conduct of Aviation
Resource Management survey inspections
United States Army, Fort Bragg, NC 01/2009 – 01/2010
UH-60 Blackhawk Repairer/Team Chief
⋅ Planned, Coordinated, and directed activities of aircraft maintenance teams performing UH-60 Blackhawk
maintenance procedures.
⋅ Prioritized and distributed work load to crews providing necessary guidance where needed on all aspects
of aircraft maintenance. Generated and provided senior personnel with status updates of all down aircraft
on a daily basis.
⋅ Utilized technical manuals and Electronic Technical Manuals (ETMS) to isolate and solve complex
mechanical problems in order to restore aircraft to working condition.
⋅ Received, reviewed, and performed reconciliation on aircraft parts orders weekly, ensuring only necessary
resources were utilized in parts ordering procedures.
⋅ Orchestrated and supervised professional development of staff, providing one-on-one training where
needed, and administered disciplinary action as needed to subordinate staff.
United States Army, Camp Stanley, Korea 01/2007 – 01/2009
UH-60 Blackhawk Repairer
⋅ Conducted numerous 360 and 720-hour inspections on aircraft rotor systems. Performed functional and
operational testing of systems including power, transmission, control, pneumatic, mechanical, hydraulic,
life support and structural equipment, assemblies, units and accessories, and scheduled inspections.
⋅ Replaced main transmissions, tail rotors, gear boxes, main landing gear, shock struts, APUs, oil coolers,
fuel cells, hydraulic pumps.
⋅ Assembled major components and accessories in accordance with appropriate technical data, and
applicable policies, regulations, and procedures within established time frames.
⋅ Made prescribed modifications and final adjustments to include minor repair or replacement of attached
electrical, pneumatic, and fuel subsystems, engine controls, and instrumentation as prescribed by work
specifications and technical orders with in established time frames.
United States Army, Joint Base Lewis-McCord, WA (Includes deployment to Iraq) 10/2004 – 01/2007
Light Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic
AWARDS
Army Commendation Medal (4th
Award) … Army Achievement Medal (2nd
Award) … Meritorious Unit
Commendation … Army Good Conduct Medal (3rd
Award) … National Defense Service Medal … Afghanistan
Campaign Medal with Campaign Star (3rd
Award) … Iraq Campaign Medal with Campaign Star (2nd
Award) …
Global War on Terrorism Service Medal … Korean Defense Service Medal … Noncommissioned Officer
Professional Development Ribbon (2nd
Award) … Army Service Ribbon … Overseas Service Medal (4th
Award)
… NATO Medal … Aviation Badge … Driver and Mechanics Badge