Steven Zbinden
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Credentials
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Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic Certificates
Federal Aviation AdministrationJun, 1994- Oct, 2024
Experience
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MVCTC
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United States
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Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Board of Education Member
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Apr 2019 - Present
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GE Aviation-EPIS Center
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Dayton, Ohio, United States
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Engineering Testing Specialist
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Jan 2022 - Present
Setup and maintain test configurations for electrical generation systems for aviation use. Set up and operate Avtron Drive stand equipment during Electromagnetic interference testing. Building Test equipment from drawings and files. Setup and maintain test configurations for electrical generation systems for aviation use. Set up and operate Avtron Drive stand equipment during Electromagnetic interference testing. Building Test equipment from drawings and files.
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TRAINCROFT, INC.
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Professional Training and Coaching
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1 - 100 Employee
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Product Support Specialist, Large Combat and Trainer engines
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Jul 2021 - Jan 2022
I work as a member of the MOC team for Large Combat and Trainer engine. I assist customers with finding solutions for maintenance issues not covered by published technical data. I support the engineers by tracking hardware returned by customers and provide information from the field for daily organization meetings.
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Technical Instrutctor GE F110-129 engine
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Nov 2020 - Jul 2021
Contracted to GE Aviation Customer Technical Education Center (CTEC) To provide engine specific maintenance and repair training to Foreign Military customers.
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GE Aerospace
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United States
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Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Test Technician
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Mar 2017 - Aug 2020
As a part of the Engineering team I work to procure materials, set up, run and document tests of new and existing engine start systems. I conduct failure analysis on returned materials from customers. As a part of the Engineering team I work to procure materials, set up, run and document tests of new and existing engine start systems. I conduct failure analysis on returned materials from customers.
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Battlespace Flight Services, LLC
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United States
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Aviation & Aerospace
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1 - 100 Employee
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Electronics Techinician II
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Nov 2016 - Mar 2017
Performs organizational level servicing, scheduled and unscheduled avionics and electronics maintenance on Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) including inspection, troubleshooting, repair, and analysis of aircraft avionics and electronic systems, subsystems, associated components, ground control stations (GCS), ground data terminals (GDT), Fiber Optic data lines with working knowledge of Fixed Site Satcom Terminal (FSST), Satcom Earth Terminal Subsystem (SETSS) ground satellite systems and test equipment. Applies program knowledge to implement and manage Communication Security (COMSEC), Foreign Object Damage (FOD), and Data Integrity Team (DIT) ancillary programs as required by Supervisor. Working knowledge of UAS unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, multi-meters, dial indicators, micrometers, and other special tools and equipment. Uses and interprets technical orders (TO’s) and technical data to apply basic and some advanced technical knowledge to identify, troubleshoot, and diagnose maintenance problems and determine appropriate corrective action. Show less
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Ohio Air National Guard
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Armed Forces
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500 - 600 Employee
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Intelligence Operations Specialist
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Mar 2011 - Nov 2016
Performs signals intelligence production and analysis, to include acquiring signals through optimum antenna manipulation and receiver tuning. Utilizes a wide range of complex analysis hardware and software to process signals, including receivers, demodulators, printers, spectrum analyzers, and other associated computer equipment. Uses advanced computer software programs to manipulate and extract intelligence data from electromagnetic emissions. Operates computer terminals for data entry, query, data restructuring, and signals development. Communicate with civilian, contractor and military personnel locally and at higher agencies to resolve issues that affect production schedules. Use Microsoft Office products to create user friendly charts reports and presentations to brief information as necessary. Other assigned duties include: Vehicle control officer responsible for a Government owned 7 passenger van. Prepared and received classified shipments, including managing necessary records and receipts. Performed local account management functions preparing account access requests, tracking expirations and assisting users with resolving access issues. Assisted with security manager by checking clearance statuses and facilitating employees with security questions and issues. Show less
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Aircraft Production Controller
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Oct 2010 - Mar 2011
Plan, schedule and document maintenance of Block 42 Lockheed F16C/D aircraft and systems. Forecast and schedule component time changes, time compliance technical orders (TCTO), depot maintenance, modifications and inspections. Communicate with Operations and Maintenance squadrons to ensure equipment is available to meet mission requirements, de-conflict any issues affecting production and mission requirements. Use Integrated Maintenance Data System (IMDS) to Schedule maintenance and record history and Patriot Excalibur (PEX) to show available airframes. Use Microsoft Office products to create user friendly charts reports and presentations lists to assist in planning and communicate fleet health and status to management and higher headquarters Show less
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Engine Production Controller
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May 2009 - Oct 2010
Plan, schedule and document maintenance of General Electric F110-100B/C and Pratt and Whitney F100-220E Power Plants. Forecast and Schedule Component time changes and Inspections. Communicate with Depot and Higher agencies to resolve Issues that affect production schedules. Use Global Integrated Maintenance Management System (GIMMS), Comprehensive Engine Management System (CEMS) and Integrated Maintenance Data System (IMDS) to track engine times Schedule maintenance and record history. Use Microsoft Office products to create user friendly charts reports and presentations lists to assist in planning and Communicate Engine Fleet health and status. Show less
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Jet Engine Mechanic
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Aug 2001 - May 2009
Maintenance and repair of the GE F-110-100 engine installed in the F-16 C/D Block 30 airframe. Involved with Installation, operation and removal of the engine on the test stand. Responsible for overseeing the maintenance, inspection, and accountability of the Propulsion section tool room. Responsible for implementing the use of a computerized tool control program, TCMAXX, and barcode labeling 2500+ tools. Experience with Microsoft Office programs including Excel, Word, Access and Internet Explorer, Air Force electronic publications (IETMS), CETADS and CAMS GUI Electronic Maintenance Documentation. Experience using Common Engine Test System (CETS) and Comprehensive Engine Download System (CEDS) to access engine times and fault codes. Certified to Clear Red “X” and Perform In Process Inspections Show less
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National Flight Services
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United States
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Airlines and Aviation
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1 - 100 Employee
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Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic.
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Jan 2001 - Aug 2001
Performed inspections and repair of general aviation light aircraft, and ground support equipment. Involved in major repairs, periodic inspections, modifications and alterations to light and medium size aircraft. Performed inspections and repair of general aviation light aircraft, and ground support equipment. Involved in major repairs, periodic inspections, modifications and alterations to light and medium size aircraft.
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Flight Operations Incorporated
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Toledo Express Airport, Swanton, Ohio
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Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic
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Feb 2000 - Dec 2000
Involved in the Maintenance, Repair and periodic phased inspections of Cessna Citation 550, 560XL, 650, Dassult Falcon 50 and Gulfstream IV aircraft operated in a corporate environment. Performed periodic maintenance, removed and installed Garret 731 turbo fan engines Flight Safety Certified Engine Run and Taxi on Cessna Citation 650. Responsible for teardown, inspection and build up of serviceable spare wheel assemblies for these aircraft. Also responsible for maintaining supplies necessary for this activity. Show less
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Air Transport International, Inc.
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United States
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Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
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500 - 600 Employee
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Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic
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Aug 1999 - Feb 2000
Responsible for flight line service and maintenance of Douglas DC-8-60 and 70 series freighter aircraft operated under FAR part 121. Responsible for servicing and maintaining CFM 56 and Pratt and Whitney JT3-D engines installed on these aircraft. Responsible for flight line service and maintenance of Douglas DC-8-60 and 70 series freighter aircraft operated under FAR part 121. Responsible for servicing and maintaining CFM 56 and Pratt and Whitney JT3-D engines installed on these aircraft.
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Education
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Community College of the Air Force
Associate’s Degree, Intelligence Studies and Technology -
Community College of the Air Force
Associate’s Degree, Aviation Maintenance Technology -
E.L Bowsher High School , Toledo Ohio
High School, Aircraft Maintenance Technology -
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Bachelor’s Degree, Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General