Giovanni Carbonell
LANCASTER
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience in project management and team leadership within the aircrew flight equipment sector. Recognized for developing efficient processes that enhance product quality and streamline operations while effectively managing cross-functional teams.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Aircrew Flight Equipment QA Inspector
Department of Defense
Edwards AFB, California
08.2024 - Current
- Conducted inspections of flight equipment and products to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Identified areas of non-conformity to management for prompt corrective action.
- Developed and refined inspection procedures to enhance process efficiency and product quality.
Aircraft Survival and Flight Equipment Repairer
Department of Defense
Edwards AFB, California
02.2013 - 08.2024
- Performed assembly, testing, repair, modification, inspection, and fitting of aircrew flight equipment, comprising flight helmets, oxygen masks, protective garments, torso harnesses, and flotation devices.
- Utilized specialized tools and diagnostic procedures to troubleshoot and correct identified malfunctions.
- Designed and manufactured various aircrew and aircraft-related equipment using fabric, webbing, and other materials.
- Conducted inspections and repack of ejection seat-installed parachutes and survival kits; performed and maintained documentation of quality control, critical points, and in-place inspections.
Aircrew Flight Equipment Mobility Section Manager
Department of Defense
Travis AFB, California
10.2010 - 02.2013
- Managed deployable assets to ensure wing capability to support air expeditionary missions.
- Created a mobility package configuration adopted as the standard for all USAF C-17 units.
- Coordinated the redistribution of surplus aircrew chemical defense and decontamination assets to other USAF units.
Aircrew Flight Equipment Craftsman (Flight Chief)
US Air Force (Active Duty)
Travis AFB
08.2008 - 10.2010
- Planned, scheduled, coordinated, and monitored projects and processes related to flight equipment maintenance.
- Oversaw a large AFE program comprising over 50 technicians, supporting 60 cargo aircraft, and over 1,000 aircrew members.
- Managed budgets for capital purchases and ensured cost-effectiveness in purchasing decisions.
Aircrew Life Support / Aircraft Wreckage Analyst
US Air Force (Active Duty)
Hickam AFB, Hawaii
08.2002 - 08.2008
- Served as a key member during efforts to determine the fate of missing service members lost due to military conflicts.
- Collaborated with joint teams comprising personnel from other armed services during recovery efforts.
- Processed and analyzed collected material evidence.
- Briefed U.S. And foreign dignitaries are on procedures used during recovery operations.
Education
Aircrew Flight Equipment Quality Assurance Course
Dyess AFB, Texas01-2025
Aircraft Mishap Investigation/Life Science Course
Brooks AFB, Texas01-2001
Arctic Survival Training
Eielson AFB, Alaska01-2001
Aircrew Life Support Program Manager's Course
Dyess AFB, Texas01-2000
Principles of Instruction Course
Dyess AFB, Texas01-2000
Aircrew Life Support 7-Level Technical School
Chanute AFB, Illinois01-1989
Water Survival Training (Parachuting)
Homestead AFB, Florida01-1988
US Air Force Combat Survival Training
Fairchild AFB, Washington01-1987
Aircrew Life Support Technical School
Chanute AFB, Illinois01-1984
Skills
- Quality assurance and equipment inspection
- Technical documentation
- Data analysis and project management
- Customer service and support
- Equipment maintenance and process improvement
- Team leadership and problem analysis
- Effective communication
Timeline
Aircrew Flight Equipment QA Inspector
Department of Defense
08.2024 - Current
Aircraft Survival and Flight Equipment Repairer
Department of Defense
02.2013 - 08.2024
Aircrew Flight Equipment Mobility Section Manager
Department of Defense
10.2010 - 02.2013
Aircrew Flight Equipment Craftsman (Flight Chief)
US Air Force (Active Duty)
08.2008 - 10.2010
Aircrew Life Support / Aircraft Wreckage Analyst
US Air Force (Active Duty)
08.2002 - 08.2008
Aircrew Flight Equipment Quality Assurance Course
Aircraft Mishap Investigation/Life Science Course
Arctic Survival Training
Aircrew Life Support Program Manager's Course
Principles of Instruction Course
Aircrew Life Support 7-Level Technical School
Water Survival Training (Parachuting)
US Air Force Combat Survival Training
Aircrew Life Support Technical School