Rabah Harchaoui
El Cajon
Summary
Dynamic and skilled Avionics Systems Technician with extensive experience in leading critical maintenance and operational support for advanced remotely piloted aircraft systems. Specializes in the execution of comprehensive maintenance programs, operational checks, and system inspections, significantly enhancing combat capabilities and operational readiness. Demonstrates expertise in diagnostic equipment operation, equipment calibration, and the troubleshooting of complex avionics issues to ensure peak performance of valuable aircraft assets. Holds certification in engine run procedures, contributing to a marked improvement in multi-capable airman capabilities. Expert in ensuring compliance with technical documentation, executing routine maintenance, and playing a pivotal role in the development of combat-ready pilot and sensor operators. Recognized for outstanding leadership in guiding teams to achieve mission-critical objectives and securing multiple squadron awards. Committed to upholding the highest standards of security and operational efficiency in support of national and global defense initiatives.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Avionics Technician
United States Air Force
01.2022 - Current
- Led a team of 5 airmen during a 194-day deployment for ATLANTIC RESOLVE/JUNIPER SHIELD, executing over 1,100 maintenance tasks, 135 operational checks, and 58 inspections on 8 MQ-9s and 2 GCSs. Managed 143 key loads and fueling operations for 429 sorties, enhancing combat capability with a total of 420 sorties and 6,800 flight hours across 3 continents.
- Achieved qualification in engine run procedures and executed 11 aircraft launches, becoming one of only four specialists with this certification, boosting multi-capable airman capabilities by 15%. Co-led the Communication Security program across two locations, guiding 45 technicians in the secure destruction of 214 assets, achieving a zero-discrepancy rating during a Wing inspection.
- Spearheaded both scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on 11 MQ-9 aircraft valued at $180M, supporting the largest Formal Training Unit (FTU) at Holloman AFB, NM. Handled troubleshooting, inspection, removal, installation, repair, and modification of avionics and electrical systems, utilizing aerospace ground equipment for testing and operational checks, ensuring data accuracy.
- Led a team of 8 technicians through 7,200 maintenance actions and oversaw 12 satellite launches, facilitating 287 training sorties and the graduation of 289 aircrew members across two Attack Squadrons. Troubleshot and repaired 120 pilot-reported issues and ground station errors, achieving a 92% mission-capable rate and contributing to winning a Squadron Large Team Award and two Squadron Unit Quarterly Wins.
- Expertly troubleshooted, inspected, removed, installed, repaired, and modified Avionics and Electrical (A&E) system components and associated aircraft support equipment, ensuring peak operational performance. Upheld technical data and maintenance operating instruction compliance, ensuring precise aircraft documentation and Integrated Maintenance Data System (IMDS) accuracy.
- Completed both scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on 12 MQ-9A Reapers valued at $180M, vital to the Air Force's largest FTU, contributing to the production of combat-ready Pilot and Sensor Operators. Supported RPA deployment cycle preparations and readiness, fulfilling short-notice HHQ theater Combatant Command (COCOM) taskings globally.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Avionics Maintenance Technology
University of Maryland Global Campus
Maryland08.2024
Skills
- Diagnostic Equipment Operation
- System Modification
- Scheduled Maintenance
- Hardware Installation
- Component Testing
- Troubleshooting skills
- Routine Maintenance
- Technical Documentation Compliance
- Operational Checks and Inspections
- Security and Encryption Management
- Team Leadership and Coordination
- Systems Repair and Modification
Timeline
Avionics Technician
United States Air Force
01.2022 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Avionics Maintenance Technology
University of Maryland Global Campus
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