Marquis J. Brown
Lancaster
Summary
Results-driven Field Service Engineer skilled in software troubleshooting and team leadership. Maximizes mission capability through quality assurance in maintenance operations. Expertise in military logistics and training development ensures optimal performance and safety compliance in high-pressure environments.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Field Service Engineer Level 4
Lockheed Martin
04.2024 - 06.2025
- Maximized mission capability through software troubleshooting tools PDM, VAS, VAST, JTD, JDL, and JEDI, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Collaborated with Fort Worth IPTs and PSEs to establish a responsive network, improving service delivery timelines.
- Diagnosed and repaired complex electronic systems in various operational environments.
- Conducted routine maintenance on aircraft systems to ensure functionality and safety.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to implement design modifications and enhancements.
Level-3 Weekend Shift Supervisor
Lockheed Martin
01.2022 - 04.2024
- Instructed specialized personnel in low observability material, avionics, crew chiefs, and weapons, achieving multiple 100 percent quality assured maintenance evolutions and collaborating with FSE and MTE support to ensure full mission capability for test aircraft at Edwards Airforce base.
- Mitigated communication breakdowns between employees and coordinated with HR to maintain a safe work environment.
- Demonstrated leadership with 10 years in supervisory roles and 1 year as an FSE, combined with over 10 years as a technician, establishing comprehensive knowledge of the F-35 program across logistics, technical aspects, and managerial practices.
Field & Service Mechanic [TR3 Mod Team]
Lockheed Martin
04.2020 - 01.2022
- Executed F-35 Flight Test maintenance procedures on structures, hydro-mechanical systems, flight surfaces, landing gear, engines, ejection seats, canopy, and weapons systems.
- Utilized autonomic logistics information system (ALIS) to effectively plan and sustain F-35 systems throughout the air vehicle's lifecycle, integrating operations, maintenance, prognostics, supply chain, customer support, training, and technical data.
- Executed matrix operations for mission systems software auto-load and manual load procedures, validating hardware/software configurations and verifying software and aircraft data loads using PMA and MATRIX.
Aircraft Mechanic
DynCorp International
08.2019 - 03.2020
- Conducted on-the-job flight-test training for personnel on service removal, installation, inspections, and repairs of all F/A-18 E/F variants, enhancing technical proficiency.
- Supervised rebuilding of overhauled aircraft that had been inactive for over 2 years, coordinating tasks to ensure timely and safe completion.
- Assisted weekend and night check supervisor with F-18 maintenance, inspections, and flight planning, ensuring readiness for flight operations.
Aircraft Mechanic
Soundair /Aviation Technical Services
11.2018 - 08.2019
- Performed troubleshooting on major systems per manufacturer specifications to identify and resolve issues effectively.
- Performed preventative maintenance on aircraft, including engine and airframe inspections, as well as fluid checks and filter replacements.
- Executed aircraft maintenance and modifications, including drilling holes, tapping threads, bending sheet metal, welding, and riveting to ensure airworthiness.
- Repaired hydraulic leaks, replaced fuel filters and performed other general repairs on 747s, 777s and 737 Teardown.
- Adhered to safety protocols by utilizing personal protective equipment (PPE) and implementing correct lifting techniques to maintain a safe work environment.
Aircraft Mechanic/Lead
DynCorp International
03.2010 - 11.2018
- Coordinated daily maintenance plans and assigned tasks to workers, supporting weekend supervisor in optimizing workflow.
- Supervised and directed phase inspections on the different variants of the F/A-18s Bravo to Fox trot Aircraft including special inspections hourly inspections, and technical directives.
- Led planning for logistics support programs, defining goals and objectives while evaluating key criteria.
- Analyzed interrelated issues of effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity, developed recommendations for resolution, and applied program and logistics management principles to ensure successful phase project completion.
- Resolved complex issues in aircraft depot processes, work methods, and data management, ensuring adherence to maintenance schedules and quality standards.
Night Supervisor and Collateral Duty Inspector
Navy NAS Oceana
08.2001 - 07.2009
- Supervised on-the-job flight-test training for personnel on service removal, installation, inspections, and repairs on all F/A-18 variants.
- Inspected and oversaw maintenance practices on F/18 aircraft related to propulsion, fuel, and oil components to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Supervised planning, execution, and maintenance of F/18 Super Hornet while training junior workers to develop their skills and qualifications for success in the workshop.
- Trained and certified incoming coworkers to ensure they met required skills and adapted to a fast-paced, flexible environment.
Education
Associate of Arts - General Studies
College of Southern Maryland
La Plata, MD06-2013
Skills
- Troubleshooting and repair
- Software troubleshooting
- Hardware configuration
- Equipment installation
- Equipment calibration
- System optimization
- Coordinating projects
- Technical documentation
- Safety compliance
- Supply chain management
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Leadership skills
- Time management
- Customer management
Timeline
Field Service Engineer Level 4
Lockheed Martin
04.2024 - 06.2025
Level-3 Weekend Shift Supervisor
Lockheed Martin
01.2022 - 04.2024
Field & Service Mechanic [TR3 Mod Team]
Lockheed Martin
04.2020 - 01.2022
Aircraft Mechanic
DynCorp International
08.2019 - 03.2020
Aircraft Mechanic
Soundair /Aviation Technical Services
11.2018 - 08.2019
Aircraft Mechanic/Lead
DynCorp International
03.2010 - 11.2018
Night Supervisor and Collateral Duty Inspector
Navy NAS Oceana
08.2001 - 07.2009
Associate of Arts - General Studies
College of Southern Maryland