Andrew Pham
Santa Ana
Summary
Dedicated helicopter mechanic with 6+ years of extensive experience in performing comprehensive unscheduled and scheduled maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting on AH-1Y/Z, MH-60R and MH-60S aircraft models. Demonstrated expertise in engine diagnostics, rotor system inspections, hydraulic system maintenance, and strict adherence to safety regulations, consistently ensuring aircraft operational readiness.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
4041
4041
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
AH-1Y/Z Aircraft Mechanic II
Kay & Associates
03.2026 - Current
- Inspected aircraft systems to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Performed scheduled maintenance checks on various aircraft models.
- Inspected aircraft components and systems for wear, corrosion, or other defects.
- Monitored engine run-ups to identify any problems that may require further attention.
- Operated ground support equipment such as hoists, jacks, and test stands.
- Assisted in the assembly of structural components such as tail sections, wings, fuselage panels, and flight control surfaces.
- Disassembled units and inspected parts for wear with micrometers, calipers and gauges.
- Inspected aircraft engines for compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Monitored operational parameters during test runs to detect any irregularities in performance levels.
- Disassembled aircraft engines to inspect internal components for damage or defects.
MH-60S Power Plants Lead
STATION SAR
09.2022 - 10.2025
- Directly led 12 sailors and 10 civilian contractors in the timely completion of 3 phase inspections, 1 main gear box replacement, 2 main rotor spindle replacement, 2 main rotor blade replacement, 4 tail rotor blade replacement, 6 functional check flights, 11 conditional inspections, and 92 special inspections enabling the execution of 478 mishap free flight hours in support of Naval Air Station Key West's tactical flight operations.
- Diagnosed complex mechanical issues of main rotor rotating swash plate scissor, centering socket, and hub liner using advanced diagnostic tools, ensuring accurate repairs and minimal repeat issues, greatly reducing work center backlog by 17 percent.
- Efficiently perform under pressure to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make time critical decisions.
MH-60R Power Plants Technician
HSM-51
08.2020 - 08.2022
- Trained 8 sailors to efficiently operate power tools, gauges and testing equipment to adjust, repair, and replace 2 faulty fuel shut-off valves, 2 fuel selector valves, and one fuel cell resulting in the timely execution and completion of the fuel-feed system integrity test. Ultimately 27 maintenance actions were completed and contributed towards 1,079 mishap free flight hours.
- Followed safety procedures and strict adherence to all technical publications while analyzing issues and working meticulously to troubleshoot any arising deficiencies.
- Mentored junior sailors in best practices, contributing to a skilled and knowledgeable command.
Education
High School Diploma -
La Quinta High School
Westminster, CANo Degree - Airframe & Powerplant
Universal Technicial Institute
Long Beach, CASkills
- Repairs and troubleshooting
- Vibration analysis adjustments
- Corrosion prevention techniques
- Attention to detail
- Preventative maintenance planning
- Gearbox Inspection
- Lubrication and oil analysis
- Organization and time management
- Dependable and responsible
- Critical thinking
- Calm under pressure
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Engine inspection
- Aircraft troubleshooting
- Mechanical diagnostics
- Quality assurance
- Fuel system maintenance
- Corrosion prevention
- Engine repair
- Pneumatic systems
- Aircraft Weight Balance
- Flight control systems
- Aircraft rigging
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Certification
- United States Military Apprenticeship Program (USMAP) Airframe & Powerplant.
Timeline
AH-1Y/Z Aircraft Mechanic II
Kay & Associates
03.2026 - Current
MH-60S Power Plants Lead
STATION SAR
09.2022 - 10.2025
MH-60R Power Plants Technician
HSM-51
08.2020 - 08.2022
High School Diploma -
La Quinta High School
No Degree - Airframe & Powerplant
Universal Technicial Institute