BLAKE MATTHEWS
Riverside
Summary
Experienced aviation technician who excels in a fast-paced production environment. Problem-solves in creative and innovative ways to best address workplace needs. Possesses excellent communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Takes initiative to build personal experience and proficiencies in mechanical and electrical knowledge.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Test Technician
Anduril
04.2025 - Current
- Participate in a cross-functional team conducting a variety of tests including static, dynamic, fatigue, thermal, and vibration assessments.
- Supported the testing of various components, from avionics, electrical systems to full-scale drone and UAV structures
- Provide support during key hardware demonstrations for clients as necessary.
- Engage in the testing and assembly of harnesses and LRUs for missiles, drones, and Group 5 UAVs.
Avionic and Electrical Instrumentation Technician
Insight Global
05.2024 - 04.2025
- Build harnesses for an Evtol electrical vertical take-off and landing helicopter currently in the development stage
- Complete tasks such as soldering, wire harnessing, and harness routing in a professional and timely manner
- Ensure proper safety and best practices for the work required, following all guidelines and communicating any errors as needed
Aviation Ordnance Technician
PKL
04.2020 - 11.2022
- Manage duties incident to the accounting, stowage, breakout, testing, maintenance, assembly, and transportation of airborne armament equipment, munitions handling equipment, air launched missiles, and conventional munitions
- Demonstrate great attention to detail through required inspections, tests, checks adjustments, and preventative maintenance and repair on various equipment, including support equipment, missile launching equipment, multiple ejection/bomb racks, aircraft guns, turrets, aerial targets, and other highly technical aircraft armament weapons systems
- Perform quality assurance, safety, and maintenance management duties in order to diagnose and address issues in a highly effective manner
Aircraft Worker
PAE
10.2018 - 04.2020
- Serviced and inspected aircraft for flight safety, such as installing panels, fueling, and engine work with powerplant shops
- Assisted in troubleshooting malfunctions in aircraft structure, landing gear, flight-surfaces and controls, anti-icing, pneudraulic engines, auxiliary power unit, and ventilation and heating systems
- Maintained and repaired or replaced defective parts, accessories, and components as a higher-grade worker with demonstrated experience
- Tracked and logged maintenance records for pre-flight and post-flight maintenance inspections, including description of the work performed to keep the aircraft in safe operating condition
Aviation Electronics Technician/Ordnanceman
United States Navy
02.2013 - 12.2018
- Troubleshooted issues by utilizing extensive knowledge of software loading and classified aircraft computer and weapons systems
- Possessed licensures for all Ground Support Equipment use, as well as skills for maintaining and servicing equipment
- Completed operations confidently and quickly in fast-paced and stressful conditions with no room for error
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to identify process gaps in order to develop solutions, resulting in more successful testing, improved time-management, and a better understanding of weapons systems
- Verified proficiencies in aircraft communications, navigations, and weapons systems
Education
Airframe Mechanics - Airframe & Powerplant Certificate Program
Universal Technical Institute
Long Beach, CA05.2024
Aviation Technical School - undefined
Naval Aviation Technical Training
09.2015
Skills
Avionics System Wire harness builds and repairs (IPC-620) Aircraft Systems and Mechanics Hand & Power Tools Computer Skills Machine Maintenance Communication
Timeline
Test Technician
Anduril
04.2025 - Current
Avionic and Electrical Instrumentation Technician
Insight Global
05.2024 - 04.2025
Aviation Ordnance Technician
PKL
04.2020 - 11.2022
Aircraft Worker
PAE
10.2018 - 04.2020
Aviation Electronics Technician/Ordnanceman
United States Navy
02.2013 - 12.2018
Aviation Technical School - undefined
Naval Aviation Technical Training
Airframe Mechanics - Airframe & Powerplant Certificate Program
Universal Technical Institute
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