Travis Bembry
Warner Robins
Summary
Reliable, dependable and meticulous mechanic with extensive knowledge and background in the tools needed to build, repair and modify aircraft structures. Reliable and methodical with strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills. An individual who excels in problem-solving, teamwork, and adaptability to ensure peak aircraft performance and safety that is ready to offer many years, experience, and knowledge to a new challenging role.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Transportation Coordinator
Vectrus (V2X) Contracting Company
06.2024 - Current
- Returned to Sabah Al-Salem, Kuwait as a transportation coordinator.
- Developed rapport and respect from supervisors and peers.
- Maintained reliability, responsibility, dependability, and work ethic on a daily basis.
Transportation Coordinator
Vectrus (V2X) Contracting Company
11.2022 - 02.2024
- Coordinated and provided transportation for the Personal Property Shipping Office (PPSO) for soldiers and government personnel.
- Transported cargo down range, back to C.O.M.U.S., and within the GCC.
- Ensured compliance with all relevant laws and regulations pertaining to transport operations.
- Monitored shipment progress and provided timely updates regarding arrivals or delays.
- Communicated delays and early arrivals to management.
Flight Control/ Sheet Metal Mechanic WG-3806-10
Robins AFB GA 402 AMXG
10.2009 - 11.2022
- Performed complex production operations and inspections on structural parts, subassemblies, aircraft systems and accessories using manual or automated assembly tools
- Removed, repaired and/or installed aircraft brackets, hinges or clips to secure or support components and subassemblies
- Built templates for Lightening Holes in AFT Spoiler Panels
- Installed Panels for Traveling Edge Wing
- Repaired holes in aircraft panels which are crucial for flight
- Repaired major structural damage
- Performed rework and modification to parts and assemblies from the C-5 aircraft
- Utilized extensive knowledge of tools used to build, repair and modify aircraft structures
- Worked with NDI inspecting internal wing assemblies for fit, alignment, defects or non-compliance of standards by using appropriate measuring instruments and tooling
- Marked reference points and locations for installation of critical parts or components by using jigs, templates, or measuring and marking instruments.
- Studied and implemented C-5 aircraft blueprints, illustrations, and specifications to determine layouts, sequence of operations, and identities and relationships of parts.
- Initiated maintenance work requests (MRWs)
- Work with engineers by submitting an AFMC 202, requesting assistance.
- Worked closely with C-5 planners with estimating labor standards, verification of technical orders (T.O) and correcting any inadequacies in technical data
- Developed and implemented an organizational culture founded on participative production systems to drive improvements in quality, delivery/flow and/or cost efficiency/productivity
- Ensured goals were managed and met using standard Art of the Possible (AOP) tools – leadership model, visual displays, gated processes, Radiated Bar Assessments and integrated master schedules
- Collaborated with leadership to maintain Critical Path to effectively and efficiently deliver the aircraft on time to the customer
- Analyzed guidelines, maintenance modification orders to efficiently determine material, equipment and personnel needs
- Performed technical reviews of guides to locate discrepancies or propose improvements to methods or specifications
- Organized, developed, and accomplished the assigned workload needed to complete any additional duties appointed
- Ensured and embraced the duty for checking unpredictable workbooks, modification (MOD) dock Work Control Documents (WCD) and Air Force Technical Order (AFTO) form 781 to ensure all discrepancies are stamped or signed off
- Workedd closely with C-5 Planners to estimate labor standards, verify technical orders (T.O) and to correct any inadequacies in tech data
- Ensured all completed work met required technical specifications and quality standards.
- Utilized continued improvement techniques to enhance speed, safety, quality and cost effectiveness
- Supported managers in developing, managing and maintaining Team Ops efficiency
- Maintained proper record keeping pertaining to all completed work
- Adhered to Department of Defense & Air Force written guidance in the form of policy statements, directives and regulations
- Implemented LEAN practices into daily assignments and activities
- Ensured Foreign Object Debris (FOD) prevention was practiced
- Held position as VPP Representative - Attended and supported the weekly VPP meetings and monthly group meeting. Briefed and educated employees and supervisors on safety programs and preventative safety methods and procedures
- Participated and collaborated with outside agencies conducting studies, projects and initiatives
- Adhered to and promoted all safety, security, fire and health regulations
Mechanic
TIMCO Aviation Services
01.2000 - 09.2009
- Performed complex production duties to include sheet metal, Interior, Airframe & Power Plant
- Repaired floorboards
- Ensured air ducts were pressurized to the correct standard
- Removed and repaired galleys, lavatories, air ducts, aircraft seats, cockpit doors and flooring
- Studied, implemented and adhered to Department of Defense & Air Force written guidance in the form of policy statements, directives and regulations
- Ensured and responsible for lavatories being emptied before aircraft departed
- Received 3 Ruby Awards while employed
- Ensured that all needed guidelines, blueprints, supplies and tools needed to complete work were readily accessible
- Managed, monitored, and performed in complex working conditions under time and/ or mission constraints to include all weather and night operations
- Ensured Foreign Object Debris (FOD) prevention was practiced
- Followed Lean, Safety, Security and Health Principles and Practices daily
- Independently evaluated maintenance operations and facilities for compliance with directives, technical manuals, work standards, safety procedures and operational policies
Education
Aircraft Structural Technology Diploma
Middle Georgia Technical College
01-2000
Skills
- C-5 Flight Control Systems
- SOJT Training
- Special Skills Qualification (SSQ) - Rigging
- Operations and inspections on structural parts, subassemblies, and aircraft systems
- Extensive knowledge of the tools used to build, repair and modify aircraft structures
- Innate ability to manage and prioritize incoming workload
- Interpreting technical documentation
- Troubleshooting and repair
Affiliations
Volunteer: Keris Kare Foundation – est. 2014
Started foundation after the death of my niece, Keris Nicole Bembry who passed away at the age of 6 from a rare brain disease called
Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma (DIPG). Foundation raises money for families with children suffering from this highly aggressive & terminal cancer.
Accomplishments
- Performance Award: May 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
- Time Off Award: Oct 2013
- Notable Achievement Award: Nov 2012
Timeline
Transportation Coordinator
Vectrus (V2X) Contracting Company
06.2024 - Current
Transportation Coordinator
Vectrus (V2X) Contracting Company
11.2022 - 02.2024
Flight Control/ Sheet Metal Mechanic WG-3806-10
Robins AFB GA 402 AMXG
10.2009 - 11.2022
Mechanic
TIMCO Aviation Services
01.2000 - 09.2009
Aircraft Structural Technology Diploma
Middle Georgia Technical College
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