IZAAK MONTOYA
Maumelle
Summary
Highly skilled aircraft mechanic with 12+ years of experience across U.S. Air Force and civilian aviation environments, specializing in inspection, fault diagnosis, and regulatory compliance. Experienced in DGSM inspections, CAMS documentation, and advanced troubleshooting on complex airframes. Recognized for maintaining strict airworthiness standards, resolving discrepancies efficiently, and ensuring mission-ready aircraft in high-pressure operational settings.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Flight Line Mechanic II
Dassault Falcon
Little Rock
05.2024 - 2026
- Conducted daily inspections of aircraft systems and components for safety compliance.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues using specialized tools and equipment.
- Monitored aircraft performance during flight tests, identifying discrepancies to ensure safety and reliability.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline repair processes, enhancing turnaround time.
- Supervised personnel on repair tasks, ensuring adherence to quality standards and timely project completion.
- Documented maintenance activities to meet regulatory standards.
- Followed safety protocols ensuring personal and team safety during operations.
- Maintained clean, organized work environment to enhance efficiency.
UNIT DEPLOYMENT MANAGER
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
03.2021 - 08.2022
- Coordinated logistical support for combat and security operations, enhancing mission effectiveness.
- Collaborated with intelligence personnel to synchronize troop movements, improving operational efficiency.
- Implemented and enforced standard operating procedures and operations orders.
- Strengthened combat readiness of units.
- Monitored vehicle availability and maintenance needs to optimize transportation readiness.
- Analyzed battalion strength and predicted potential personnel and equipment losses.
- Established procedures for cargo documentation, labeling and dispatch.
- Drafted briefings, reports and presentations for commanding officers.
- Misawa, Japan
SUPPORT MANAGER
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
08.2019 - 03.2021
- Coordinated with departments to resolve backlogs and service issues, enhancing cross-functional collaboration.
- Trained support agents in customer service techniques.
- Led and directed team members on effective methods, operations and procedures.
- Conducted timely performance feedback and appraisals, fostering employee development and accountability.
- Implemented new policies and procedures to improve employee efficiency and productivity.
- Prepared documentation for tracking, monitoring and escalation of risk-related issues for management.
- Inspected, maintained, repaired, disposed, and replaced $3.8 million of Air Force equipment.
- Misawa, Japan
F-16 AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
02.2016 - 08.2019
- Maintained, repaired, and rebuilt aircraft structures and functional components, ensuring safety and reliability of systems including wings, fuselage, hydraulic units, and electrical systems.
- Recommended modifications, repairs, or replacements of aircraft equipment based on thorough inspections to ensure operational readiness.
- Examined and inspected aircraft components, including landing gear, hydraulic systems, and deicers to locate cracks, breaks, leaks, and other problems.
- Checked for corrosion, distortion and invisible cracks in fuselage, wings, and tail; used x-ray and magnetic inspection equipment.
- Conducted functional tests of repaired and installed components and systems.
- Used test equipment such as ignition analyzers, compression checkers, distributor timers, and ammeters.
- Maintained repair logs, documented all preventive, and corrective aircraft maintenance.
- Inventoried and requisitioned needed supplies, parts and materials.
- Acted as technical expert and mentor, providing critical advice and corrective recommendations to enhance team capabilities.
- Luke AFB, Phoenix, AZ/Osan AB, South Korea
ASSISTANT DEDICATED CREW CHIEF
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
02.2012 - 02.2016
- Supervised team, providing clear instructions on job requirements to ensure compliance with security standards.
- Trained, mentored and briefed maintenance personnel on safety and maintenance rules and regulations.
- Coordinated with departments to confirm proper training and availability of aircrews for flights.
- Worked closely with parachute fabrication shop on inspections of parachutes and flotation equipment.
- Employed specialized tools to perform rescues, emergency medical care and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Inspected military tools and equipment, scheduling repairs to maintain soldier safety.
- Tested and repaired electronic equipment to keep assets fully operational.
- Assisted operations teams with repairing damaged or destroyed structures.
- Collected, seized and preserved evidence according to federal and DOD guidelines and regulations.
- Investigated and reported any violations of company policies or procedures.
- Little Rock AFB, Arkansas
Education
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
ALMA HIGH SCHOOL
Alma, Arkansas05-2010
Skills
- Aircraft inspection
- Aircraft inspection techniques
- Ground support equipment
- Hydraulic system proficiency
- Maintenance documentation
- Equipment maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Risk management
- Project Requirements
- Documentation management
- Technical Manuals
- Organizational Systems
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Powerpoint
- Crew Coordination
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Client Communication
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Inspection Standards
- Precision measurement tools
- Records Management Systems
Certification
U.S. Air Force Aircraft Maintenance Training
Technical Skills
- Aircraft Structural & Mechanical Systems Troubleshooting
- Fault Isolation & Diasnostics
- DGSM Inspection
- Squawk Identifaction & Resolution
- CAMS & Maintenance Documentation Systems
- Preflight/Postflight/Phase Inspections
- Airworthiness Compliance (FAA & EASA)
- Tooling & Specialized Aircraft Equipment
Timeline
Flight Line Mechanic II
Dassault Falcon
05.2024 - 2026
UNIT DEPLOYMENT MANAGER
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
03.2021 - 08.2022
SUPPORT MANAGER
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
08.2019 - 03.2021
F-16 AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
02.2016 - 08.2019
ASSISTANT DEDICATED CREW CHIEF
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
02.2012 - 02.2016
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
ALMA HIGH SCHOOL