Dalton Gebele
Virginia Beach
Summary
Detail-oriented Aviation Electrical Technician with expertise in multi-model aircraft maintenance, safety protocols, and problem-solving. Proven track record of conducting inspections and collaborating with engineering teams to enhance operational readiness.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sales Associate
TJ Maxx
Kettering, OH
01.2021 - 02.2023
- Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries, enhancing shopping experience.
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring stock availability and organization on sales floor.
- Processed transactions accurately and efficiently, maintaining cash register operations.
- Collaborated with team members to meet sales goals and improve store performance.
Hospital Ambassador
Kettering Medical Center
Kettering, OH
02.2023 - 05.2023
- Fostered positive relationships with patients and staff to enhance customer service experience.
- Educated visitors on hospital policies and services, ensuring compliance and understanding.
- Assisted in training new ambassadors, sharing best practices and operational procedures.
- Assisted with the creation of dietary restrictions for patients.
- Managed the ordering, delivery, and cleanup of patient nutrition.
Naval Aircrewman - Avionics
US Navy
Tinker AFB, OK
04.2024 - 01.2025
- Operated advanced avionics and communication systems to support mission readiness and aircraft performance on the E-6B Mercury.
- Conducted pre-flight and post-flight inspections ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Collaborated with aircrews to implement standard operating procedures, improving operational efficiency.
- Coordinated maintenance schedules for aircraft systems, ensuring timely repairs and upgrades.
- Maintained a high level of physical fitness, enabling the successful execution of demanding tasks in extreme environments.
- Enhanced team performance by implementing effective communication strategies and maintaining high standards for safety procedures.
- Conducted thorough pre-flight inspections of aircraft systems and equipment, ensuring optimal operational readiness.
Plane Captain
US Navy
NAS Oceana, VA / USS Gerald R. Ford
02.2025 - 06.2026
- Operated and maintained F/A-18F aircraft systems to ensure optimal performance and safety.
- Trained junior personnel on equipment handling and operational procedures for improved efficiency.
- Developed standard operating procedures to enhance workflow and reduce turnaround time.
- Implemented quality control measures, ensuring compliance with military aviation standards.
- Led safety briefings, promoting awareness of risks and emergency procedures among staff.
- Communicated effectively with pilots regarding any discrepancies found during inspections, fostering a culture of safety and awareness.
- Ensured proper storage of hazardous materials according to regulatory requirements while maintaining a safe working environment.
- Upheld high standards of professionalism and attention to detail, resulting in consistently positive feedback from pilots and supervisors alike.
- Conducted regular corrosion control treatments on aircraft surfaces, prolonging the lifespan of valuable assets.
- Maintained detailed records of aircraft maintenance, ensuring timely repairs and optimal performance.
- Serviced aircraft fuel, oil, air, hydraulic and other systems to prepare flights for takeoff.
- Directed incoming and outgoing aircraft near terminal areas using light signals and guiding signs.
- Implemented best practices for tool management and organization within workspaces to improve workflow efficiency.
- Assisted in the training of new plane captains, enhancing team efficiency and knowledge transfer.
- Ensured aircraft safety by performing thorough pre-flight and post-flight inspections.
- Supervised expeditious movement of aircraft on flight decks, hangar decks, and ashore.
- Handled diverse responsibilities such as towing aircrafts or coordinating ground support equipment placement thereby contributing to smooth flight operations.
- Supported emergency response efforts when needed by applying quick thinking and problem-solving skills under pressure situations.
- Identified potential hazards during routine inspections, preventing accidents and costly damages.
- Managed aircraft fueling operations, adhering to strict safety guidelines and procedures.
- Conducted pre-flight checks and inspections, verifying airworthiness of assigned aircraft.
- Collaborated with maintenance crews to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues efficiently.
- Supervised flight crew during ground operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Performed such duties for a prolonged time on the nuclear powered aircraft carrier the USS Gerald R Ford and on the ground at Naval Air Station Oceana at both night and day.
Aviation Electrical Technician
US Navy
NAS Oceana, VA
06.2026 - Current
- Diagnosed and repaired electrical systems on F/A-18F Super Hornets to ensure operational readiness.
- Conducted routine inspections of avionics equipment to maintain compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to troubleshoot complex electrical issues, enhancing system performance.
- Installed and maintained wiring harnesses and circuit boards, ensuring reliable aircraft operations.
- Provided technical support during flight tests, contributing to successful mission outcomes.
- Trained junior technicians on electrical repair procedures and safety protocols to improve team efficiency.
- Contributed to an increase in overall operational readiness by conducting comprehensive pre-flight tests on aircraft electrical systems.
- Conducted regular inventory audits, ensuring adequate stock levels for essential parts and supplies needed for repair tasks.
- Collaborated with a team of technicians to complete large-scale electrical projects, meeting strict deadlines.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all completed repairs, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Enhanced aircraft safety by performing thorough electrical system inspections and maintenance.
Education
High School Diploma -
Kettering Fairmont Highschool
Kettering, OH05-2023
Certificate of Completetion - Naval Aircrew
Naval Aircrew Candidate School
Pensacola, FL12-2023
Avionics Technician Organizational Level Course - Avionics
Naval Air Technical Training Center
Pensacola, FL04-2024
Skills
- Aircraft maintenance
- Power distribution
- System repair
- Test equipment operation
- Electrical wiring
- Schematic reading
- Electronics maintenance
- Aircraft avionics troubleshooting
- Avionics troubleshooting
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Troubleshooting malfunctions
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Scheduled maintenance
- Safety protocols
- Task prioritization
- Self motivation
Accomplishments
- Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal, awarded for actions on the night of March 12, 2026, to March 13, 2026 fighting the 23 hour class A fire onboard the USS Gerald R Ford.
- Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal Under Combat Conditions, awarded for exemplary and above and beyond performance during a detachment to Uvda, Israel during US-Iran war.
Certification
- TOP SECRET - SCI ELIGBLE CLEARANCE
- ORDNANCE SAFETY BRIEF (FA-18E/F, EA-18G)
- FLIGHT DECK FAMILIARIZATION APPRENTICE
- CPR QUALIFIED
- EGRESS/EXPLOSIVE SYSTEMS CHECKOUT QUALIFICATION (FA-18E/FA-18F/EA-18G)
- ENGINE/AMAD OIL SERVICING (FA-18EF, EA-18G)
- PLANE CAPTAIN DESIGNATION (4790/158) (FA-18E/F, EA-18G)
- NAVEDTRA 43426-0B AIR CAPABLE SHIPS FLIGHT DECK OBSERVER
- LOW OBSERVABLE FORM IN PLACE SEALANT (F/A-18EF AND EA-18G)
- FUEL SURVEILLANCE (FA-18E/FA-18F/EA-18G)
- FUEL SURVEILLANCE (FA-18E/FA-18F/EA-18G)
- ELECTRICAL WIRING INTERCONNECT SYSTEM (EWIS) GENERAL TRAINING SYLLABUS (OJT) FA-18EF,EA-18G
- NAVEDTRA 43426-0B (FDFAM) CVN DEPLOYABLE SQUADRON FLIGHT DECK OBSERVER
- FINAL CHECKER AFLOAT/ASHORE (FA-18EF, EA-18G)
- INTAKE DUCT DIVER (FA-18EF, EA-18G)
- BRAKE RIDER (FA-18E/FA-18F/EA-18G)
- SHIPBOARD AIRCRAFT FIRE FIGHTING COURSE
Timeline
Aviation Electrical Technician
US Navy
06.2026 - Current
Plane Captain
US Navy
02.2025 - 06.2026
Naval Aircrewman - Avionics
US Navy
04.2024 - 01.2025
Hospital Ambassador
Kettering Medical Center
02.2023 - 05.2023
Sales Associate
TJ Maxx
01.2021 - 02.2023
High School Diploma -
Kettering Fairmont Highschool
Certificate of Completetion - Naval Aircrew
Naval Aircrew Candidate School
Avionics Technician Organizational Level Course - Avionics
Naval Air Technical Training Center