Michael Covington
Las Cruces,NM
Summary
Dynamic project manager with a proven track record at Jaycon Systems LLC, excelling in mechanical design and technical solutions. Highly organized and self-motivated, skilled in SolidWorks and advanced critical thinking. Successfully led teams to achieve operational excellence while ensuring compliance with stringent regulations and maintaining high-quality standards.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Small Business Owner
BVR Manufacturing
Las Cruces, NM
03.2009 - Current
- Federally licensed firearm manufacturer and distributor
- Knowledge of ATF regulations and 4473 form
- Performs troubleshooting and gunsmith services
- Skilled with machine shop equipment
- Provides training in small arms safety and range procedures
- Establishes and maintains inventory
- Skilled in data entry, Microsoft Office and Google Docs
- Strong organizational and time management skills
Installation Small Arms Repairer
United States Army
White Sands, NM
07.2022 - 08.2023
- Supervised operation and maintenance of weapons systems and specialized equipment.
- Diagnosed issues and troubleshot malfunctions to ensure timely service.
- Installed new components or replaced defective parts to restore optimal functionality.
- Documented completed work through accurate work orders, repair logs, and maintenance plans.
- Ensured on-time completion of scheduled appointments to maintain quality service.
Project Manager
Jaycon Systems LLC
Melbourne, FL
10 2018 - 04.2021
- Validates schematic designs working alongside hardware engineers.
- Supports Chief Operating Officer with daily operational functions.
- Designs and analyzed mechanical systems and mechanisms.
- Completes project mechanical design while providing technical solutions feedback.
- Applies mechanical problem solving skills to develop creative solutions for quality products.
- designs products and components using Solid works, GrabCad and prints 3D prototype models.
- Built and established strong partnerships with teams, vendors and contractors.
Acting Small Arms Repairer Supervisor
Department Of the Army
White Sands Missile Range, NM
02.2009 - 05.2013
- Supervised employees work schedules, performance, trainings, time sheets and inventory lists for 120 personnel including the police department and Nuclear reactor quick response force.
- Responsible for planning, supervision, preventative maintenance on arms and equipment
- Management and execution of the armory operating budget
- Excelled in all in all inspections from outside agencies (Inspector General, Installation Management Command, Army Test and Evaluation Command)
- Conducted all studies and investigations related to the acquisition, utilization, repair and maintenance of equipment, property accountability
- Utilized Microsoft Office to relay information to upper management and train staff.
- Wrote the standard operating policy for the WSMR arms room and Arms Ammunition and Explosives (AA&E) for White Sands responders in accordance with Army guidance.
- Obtained and held a security clearance under the Army Nuclear Reliability Program and train staff.
Store Manager
Command Bunker
Las Cruces, NM
07.2007 - 02.2009
- Counted cash drawers and made bank deposits.
- Monitored security and handled incidents in a calm and professional manner.
- Examined merchandise to verify that it was correctly priced and displayed.
- Reordered inventory when it dropped below predetermined levels.
- Completed all daily tasks and special assignments with an efficient and quality-driven approach.
- Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service.
- Responsible for managing firearm and military surplus store.
- Effective communication of technical specification and ballistic information to customers.
- Performed gunsmithing services such as refinishing, installing sights and scopes, diagnostics and repairs, cleaning, trigger jobs, and glass bedding.
- Responsible for all logistics including order, marketing, preparing financial accounting, preparing income statements and maintaining business account. Conduct bi-weekly inventories and orders supplies and products.
Munitions Systems Crew Chief
United States Air Force
Panama City, FL
02.2002 - 06.2007
- Supervised assembly, disassembly, maintenance and accounting of air-to-air missiles.
- Utilizes the Air Forces Combat Ammunition System to manage inventory, order munitions and support equipment.
- Conduct liaison duty by evaluating deployed unit’s abilities in a wartime situation and ensures they meet all frag requirements. Developed and maintained successful HAZMAT programs.
- Uses various test sets and equipment to ensure 100% functionality of Warhead Replacement Tactical-to-Telemetry Module (WRTTM) after installation. Trained in equipment maintenance, line delivery, conventional maintenance, storage and handling and accountability.
- Obtained and maintained a secret security clearance.
Education
Computer Science
New Mexico Military Institute
Roswell, NM2001
Mechanical Engineering Technology
New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NMSkills
- Organized and self motivated
- Eligible for security clearance
- CAM and CAE
- SolidWorks 3-D models
- Project Management
- Prototype design
- Schematics understanding
- Technical support
- Advanced critical thinking
- Machining
- Dimensional analysis
- Test instrumentation
Certification
- Security Certifications (earned through the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency): Introduction to Physical Security, Physical security Planning and Implementation, Introduction to the Risk Management Framework (RMF), Marking Special Categories of Classified Information, Introduction to Industrial Security, Introduction to Information Security, Introduction to Risk Management, DoD Locks Approved to Safeguard Classified and Sensitive Materials, Introduction to Physical Security, Derivative Classification, DoD Mandatory Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), Physical Security Measures, Special Access Program (SAP) Overview, Transmission and Transportation for DoD, Original Classification, Storage Containers and Facilities, Developing a Security Education and Training Program, Lock and Key Systems, OPSEC Awarness for Military Members, DoD Employees and Contractors
- Solidworks Associate Certification
- Ammunition and Explosives Certification Training - AMTEC Corp
- Small Arms Direct Support Maintenance Certified [M2, M9, M240, M16, M14, M107, M110]
Timeline
Installation Small Arms Repairer
United States Army
07.2022 - 08.2023
Small Business Owner
BVR Manufacturing
03.2009 - Current
Acting Small Arms Repairer Supervisor
Department Of the Army
02.2009 - 05.2013
Store Manager
Command Bunker
07.2007 - 02.2009
Munitions Systems Crew Chief
United States Air Force
02.2002 - 06.2007
Project Manager
Jaycon Systems LLC
10 2018 - 04.2021
Computer Science
New Mexico Military Institute
Mechanical Engineering Technology
New Mexico State University