Dennis Catrett
Jacksonville
Summary
Proactive professional with a strong background in aircraft maintenance and safety. Recognized for ensuring compliance and airworthiness assessments, ready to leverage expertise to enhance operational efficiency and safety in aviation.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
7
7
Certifications
Work History
Safe For Flight Aircraft Maintenance Controller
United States Marine Corps
Jacksonville
08.2018 - Current
- Conducted detailed safety inspections of all aircraft prior to flight, ensuring compliance with technical manuals, service bulletins, and maintenance procedures.
- Managed the documentation and reporting of all maintenance actions and discrepancies, ensuring accurate and timely record-keeping.
- Coordinated with flight operations and maintenance teams to determine the airworthiness of aircraft before flight.
- Ensured all maintenance was conducted in accordance with the Federal Aviation Administration and other applicable guidelines.
- Monitored aircraft systems and safety equipment to ensure the readiness of aircraft for operational missions.
- Provided technical support to aircrew members to ensure a proper understanding of aircraft capabilities and limitations during pre-flight briefings.
Aircraft Mechanic
United States Marine Corps
Jacksonville
05.2006 - 08.2018
- Performed flighline maintenance, inspections,troubleshooting, and repairs on CH-53E Super Stallion helicopters in accordance with the Naval Aviation Maintenace Program, and maintenance technical manuals.
- Conducted pre-flight, post-flight, daily, turnaround, and special inspections to ensure aircraft worthiness and mission readiness.
- Inspected, serviced, diagnosed, and repaired discrepancies on powerplant, gearbox and drive systems, flight controls, hydraulics, and fuel systems.
- Supported high-tempo flight operations, ensuring rapid aircraft turnaround while maintaining strict safety and quality standards.
- Documented maintenance actions accurately using maintenance logs and records, maintenance action forms, and electronic maintenance systems.
Recruiter
United States Marine Corps
Fredericksburg
02.2013 - 02.2016
- Recruited qualified candidates for enlistment in the United States Marine Corps
by promoting military service, conducting interviews, and assisting in the
enlistment process. - Conducted recruiting events and presentations to inform potential candidates
about benefits, career paths, and the requirements of military service. - Developed and executed marketing strategies to attract diverse candidates,
utilizing social media, job fairs, and outreach programs. - Supported candidates through the pre-enlistment process, including advising on
education, career paths, and military occupational specialties (MOS). - Assessed applicants’ physical and mental suitability for military service by
reviewing medical records, conducting assessments, and advising candidates on
fitness standards.
Education
High School Diploma -
Stafford Senior High School
Stafford, VA06-2000
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Coastal Carolina University
Conway, South Carolina, SCSkills
- Aircraft safety inspections
- Maintenance documentation
- Technical Directive Compliance
- Compliance assurance
- Systems monitoring
- Aircraft worthiness assessment
Certification
Naval Aviation Maintenance Control Management for Optimized Organizational Maintenance Activities Certification - Center For Naval Aviation Technical Training
Timeline
Safe For Flight Aircraft Maintenance Controller
United States Marine Corps
08.2018 - Current
Recruiter
United States Marine Corps
02.2013 - 02.2016
Aircraft Mechanic
United States Marine Corps
05.2006 - 08.2018
High School Diploma -
Stafford Senior High School
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Coastal Carolina University