1. Shannon David Kavanagh
1679 Pinefield Way, Marietta GA 30066 (205)240-2607
ShannonKavanagh@Hotmail.com
Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning 2 Quality Assurance Inspector/Mechanic Technician 4
Maintains a fleet of cutting edge low-observable stealth fighter jets. Works closely with U.S and U.K Airmen, Sailors, and
Marines in Process Improvement, Technical Training, Quality Assurance, and Logs and Recordkeeping.
Possesses a U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance and access to U.S. Military Installations around the
world.
Maintains general services, repairs, and overhauls aircraft and aircraft engines to ensure that aircraft are in good
mechanical condition and safe for flight.
Ensures Good Housekeeping and Safety practices are enforced.
Responsible for; subordinate training, conducting Formal On-The-Job Training, work assignments, and
recognition/disciplinary actions.
Performs periodic inspections and general overhaul and repairs or modifications requiring replacement and
assembly of parts.
Provides technical assistance as required. Completes work-orders in the Autonomic Logistics Information
System,Requisitions parts using the Autonomic Information System.
Launches and recovers aircraft to include; pre-flights, post flights and thru flights.
Aviation Structural Mechanic Profile
As E-5 in the U.S. Navy, gathered years of leadership experience. Optimizes quality maintenance and time-critical
troubleshooting, and advances all collateral duties.
Maintained a fleet of 4 E-2C Hawkeye and multiple C-2A Greyhound aircraft in operational flight status with
total on-aircraft work exceeding 25 tail numbers.
Quality Assurance certified for Aviation Structures including flight controls, primary and secondary flight
surfaces, full aircraft hydraulic flight systems and combined systems, emergency electrical aircraft systems,
pneumatic and pneudraulic systems, and all aircraft fasteners and hardware.
Final inspector for all quality assurance actions.
Quality Assurance certified for Advanced Aircraft Corrosion and Aircraft Final Paint and Finish, developed
standard operating procedures for aircraft corrosion inspections and led a team of maintainers in repair, refit,
rework and preventive maintenance.
Quality Assurance certified for Aircraft Ground Operations including knowledge and demonstration of all aircraft
ground procedures and emergency situations including aircraft taxiing, fueling, safety, and all crew chief
procedures.
Worked as 1st
, 2nd
, and 3rd
shift supervisor responsible for 17 aviation structural mechanics and served as liaison to
upper management, accountable for quality aircraft maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, parts ordering,
training, and workcenter performance.
Collateral Duty Inspector qualified in Aircraft Tire and Wheel, Aircraft Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems, Final
Checking, and dual Powerplant and Airframe Troubleshooting.
Qualified Air Warfare Specialist and conducted training for 100+ junior Air Warfare Specialists.
Certified multiple collateral duty inspectors and aircraft system troubleshooters.
Works closely with civilian, federal, and military employees in process improvement, troubleshooting, quality
assurance, and improvement of maintenance practices, support equipment, and tooling required.
Leading Petty Officer of Corrosion Control and program manager for Environmental Protection, Hazardous
Material Control and Management, Emergency Reclamation Team Leader, and Squadron Respiratory Protection
Manager leading a team of qualified personnel in daily Hazmat handling procurement and training, liaising with
federal EPA employees on a weekly basis, and certifying 160 squadron personnel in emergency procedures and
safety.

2. Shannon David Kavanagh
1679 Pinefield Way, Marietta GA 30066 (205)240-2607
ShannonKavanagh@Hotmail.com
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Areas of Expertise
During 5 years as an enlisted Sailor in the U.S. Navy, gained rank quickly and held several LPO and Program Manager
Billets.
Hazardous Material and Waste
Management
Corrosion Treatment and
Prevention
Environmental Protection
Regulations and Laws
Respirator Personal Protection
Coordinator
Emergency Reclamation
Team Leader
Application of Temporary and Permanent
Aircraft Markings
Collateral Duty Inspector for 3 Divisions
310 (Aircraft Handling)
120 (Aviation Structural Mechanics)
12C(Corrosion Control)
Aircraft Tires and Wheel
Assemblies
Aircraft Hydraulic Systems Expert
Professional Experience
Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company
Senior Structural Assembler 606 (June 2011- April 2012)
Worked swing shift on final centerwing/fuselage assemblies of F-35 aircraft. Skilled in all processes required for final
assembly and manufacturing including shimming, bolting, riveting, sealing, surface preparation, chemical conversion
coating, and many other procedures. Can utilize SFM and LM publications. Worked with a team to produce quality aircraft
on time and under budget. Worked weekends and variable shifts.
United States Navy (Various Locations)
Aviation Structural Mechanic Second Class Petty Officer (May 2006- Dec 2010)
Corrosion Control Workcenter Leading Petty Officer and Program Manager (Dec 2009-Dec 2010)
Directed eight enlisted personnel (E-3 through E-5) in the organizational corrosion control inspecting, preventive
maintenance, and treatment of four E-2C Hawkeye aircraft. Established workcenter scheduling and manpower allocation for
optimal efficiency. Ensured timely and accurate reports are created, maintained and organized. Monitored all maintenance
practices and procedures for quality while ensuring proper corrosion prevention. Conducted all related training for 140
maintenance department personnel. Full spectrum leadership traits ensured. Identified, analyzed, and resolved technical and
personnel issues. Ensured all specifications and regulations are met.
Key Achievements:
-Received Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal June 28th
2010 for exceptional performance as Leading Petty Officer
of the complete overhaul and re-painting of the E-2C Hawkeye Showbird in Fallon Air Station, Fallon, NV.
VAW-123 Hazardous Material Control and Management Monitor (Jan 2010-Dec 2010)
Primary squadron Hazmat/Waste Monitor, responsible for storage, transportation, allocation, and disposal of all squadron
Hazardous Materials. Conducts initial HAZCOM and follow-on training for all maintenance personnel. Maintains, reviews,
and updates all Material Safety Data Sheets for more then 245 separate chemicals. Oversees weekly inventory of 5 Hazardous
Material Lockers and all reclaimable materials.

3. Shannon David Kavanagh
1679 Pinefield Way, Marietta GA 30066 (205)240-2607
ShannonKavanagh@Hotmail.com
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Key Achievements:
-Procured more then $300,000 of hazardous chemicals with 0 safety discrepancies and less then 1% unnecessary
waste accumulation.
-Only squadron member to receive HMC&M NEC 9595
VAW-123 Emergency Reclamation Team Leader (Dec 2009-Dec 2010)
Squadron Petty Officer responsible for all Fuel Spill and Emergency Reclamation coordination. Conducts initial and follow-
on training of local and federal hazmat spill procedures, and facilitates quarterly drill simulations including creating scenarios
and evaluating squadron reaction.
Key Achievements:
-Received second Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal for the highly efficient coordination of a spot
COMACCLOGWING Aviation Maintenance Team Inspection, including zero discrepancies and by-name
recognition from Commander Blaxton, AMI Team Maintenance Officer, and AMC Kaufman, AMI Airframes
Advisor.
VAW-123 Respirator Personal Protection Coordinator (October 2008-Dec 2010)
Squadron Petty Officer responsible for all gas-free engineer on-aircraft maintenance, conducting initial, follow-on, and
annual training of 36 full- and half- face respirator-qualified personnel. Supervises all respiratory-hazardous evolutions,
oversees a thorough inspection, cleaning, and replacement schedule of all squadron respirators. Responsible for purchasing of
new respirators and approved cartridges. Conducts irritant smoke fit testing of all assigned personnel.
Key Achievements:
-Facilitated 3 yearly industrial hygienist inspections, directly contributing to a safer, more efficient organization and
upholding compliance with OSHA regulations.
-Incorporated all squadron personnel into the Enterprise Safety Applications Management System (ESAMS)
Education and Training
Program Management and Team Leadership Aircraft Advanced Corrosion
Paint and Final Finish E-2C Hawkeye Career School
Hazardous Material Control and Management Advanced Hydraulic Systems
Respiratory Protection Program Coordinator Industrial Safety for Supervisors