1. Paul F. Pavilonis
206 Equinox Circle  Ladson, SC 29456  843-647-9516 paul.pavilonis@yahoo.com
Aircraft Mechanic  C-17 Systems Expert (7 Level) Senior Instructor
Career Summary
 Experienced maintenance mechanic with a demonstrated record of success in the repair and upkeep of military and
commercial aircraft, assemblies and components—specialize in aircraft engines and avionics.
 Possess practical knowledge in the application of principles applying to aircraft systems, concepts and use of
maintenance directives and data reports.
 Skilled technical instructor known for expertise in communicating complex subjects and concepts in easy to
understand language within both classroom and operational environments.
 Well-versed in the use of proper safety rules and federal, state and local regulations when storing, handling, labeling,
and disposing of hazardous materials.
 Hold a Secret Security Clearance and a valid U.S. passport.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
AMMROC (Advanced Military Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul Center), Dubai, United Arab Emirates,
June 2012 – Present
7-Level Technician – C17 Aircraft
 reassembled, and performed final functional Installed, adjusted, aligned, disassembled, repaired, troubleshot,
and operational checks on a variety of C-17 and other aircraft systems, assemblies and components such as
airframe, landing gear, power plant, pumps, hydraulics, utility, fuel, oil, pneumatics, and flight control systems.
 Advised higher authorities on problems related to maintaining, servicing and inspecting aircraft; used technical
data to diagnose and solve maintenance problems on aircraft systems; troubleshot and maintained aircraft
structures, systems and components; adjusted, aligned, rigged, and calibrated aircraft systems; and jacked,
towed and refueled/serviced aircraft.
 Supervised and administered training programs; delivered classroom and on-the-job training (OJT) to aircraft
mechanics during all aircraft maintenance actions.
 Performed pre-flight and post-flight inspections and service all hydraulic, nitrogen, oxygen, and engine oil
systems; and ensured compliance with standards and ensure that the aircraft is operationally ready.
 Troubleshot, identified, and repaired C-17 aircraft engine and systems; troubleshot aircraft computer and report
any faults to the proper authority.
 Documented work accomplished on appropriate maintenance forms, AFTOform, 781 series, and Maintenance
Information System.
 Proposed changes to technical publications when discrepancies were identified.
KBR (Kellogg, Brown, Root), Al Udeid Air Base, Doha Qatar, Jan 2012 – June 2012
Transient Aircraft Technician
 Escorted transient aircraft to their parking area on the airfield; serviced aircraft fuel, hydraulics, oxygen, and
engine oil; assisted air crew in maintaining and troubleshooting ground support equipment.
 Served as first responder during aircraft emergencies.
CHARLESTON AFB, Charleston, SC, June 2011 – Jan 2012
C-17 Crew Chief
 Supervised, scheduled, assigned, trained, and motivated 4-6 personnel; instructed airmen on aircraft servicing,
maintenance and repair techniques; mentored and motivated subordinates to perform at maximum efficiency
within diverse environments. Other responsibilities were the same as current position.

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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
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L-3 COMMUNICATIONS – Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, July 2010 – Feb. 2011
Aircraft Service Technician
 Conducted pre-flight and post-flight inspections of C-12 aircraft; refueled aircraft and serviced oil and nitrogen
systems; towed aircraft for take-off and landing.
 Instructed new technicians in aircraft servicing and refueling procedures; performed related servicing duties such
as washing aircraft.
MIDWESTAIR TRAFFIC CONTROL – Bagram Airfield Afghanistan, July 2009 – July 2010
Contractor Transient Alert
 Ensured compliance with appropriate safety rules and taxied transient aircraft to appropriate parking areas on the
airfield.
 Refueled aircraft and serviced oil, nitrogen and fuel systems; performed preventive maintenance; transported
powered and non-powered support equipment to aircraft.
 Served as first responder delivering aid to emergency personnel.
315TH AIR WING,Charleston Air Force Base, South Carolina, Aug. 2004 – July 2009
C-17 Crew Chief (APG)
 Supervised, scheduled, assigned, trained, and motivated 4-6 personnel; instructed airmen on aircraft servicing,
maintenance and repair techniques; mentored and motivated subordinates to perform at maximum efficiency
within diverse environments.
 Installed, adjusted, aligned, disassembled, repaired, troubleshot, reassembled, and performed final functional
and operational checks on a variety of C-17 and other aircraft systems, assemblies and components such as
airframe, landing gear, power plant, pumps, hydraulics, utility, fuel, oil, pneumatics, and flight control systems.
 Performed full scope of leadership and technical responsibilities as described in current position. Graduate of
West Roxbury High School, West Roxbury, MA
- New England Tractor Trailer School, Quincy, MA
- Aircraft Fundamentals Course, Shepard AFB, TX
OTHER SKILLS
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PRIOR EXPERIENCE:
 Motor Transport Chief, U.S. Marine Corps Reserves, 1994 – 2003
 Air Field Operations 2nd Marine Air Wing , U.S. Marine Corps Active Duty, 1989 – 1993
EDUCATION
- C-17 Upgrade Training, Charleston AFB, SC
- C-17 Level 7 Training, Shepard AFB, TX
 Computer proficiencies include Windows and Microsoft Office Suite (MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and some
PowerPoint and Access).