Jacob Benke

SUMMARY

A highly skilled professional with diverse experience throughout my 20 year career in the Air Force. From analyzing complex systems to identify and repair malfunctions to most recently serving as production superintendent for the Air Force technical avionics training program. Accompanied by a proven record of strong leadership skills, building rapport, and prioritizing needs to
meet deadlines while producing quality work.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Equipment Certified Appraiser (ECA) - BizWorth

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of various machinery & equipment types to determine their current market values & condition
• Carry out detailed physical inspections at client locations, collecting relevant data & photographs to support appraisal findings
• Analyze industry trends, market conditions, & economic factors to ensure accurate & up-to-date valuation of machinery & equipment assets

Production Superintendent - U.S. Air Force
3/2020 - 3/2023

• Advised leadership on production, personnel, budgets, facilities, etc.
• Revised evaluations, awards, internal checklists, & technical forms
• Collaborated with senior leadership to resolve complex issues

Avionics Craftsman - U.S. Air Force
8/2003 - 2/2020

• Prioritized maintenance for technicians to efficiently maintain aircraft
• Inspected base exercises ensuring mission readiness
• Isolated/repaired avionics and electrical systems on fighter aircraft
• Identified procedure violations & retrained to ensure proper outcomes

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

• Won quarterly and annual leadership awards
• Earned Achievement, Commendation and Meritorious Service Medals

EDUCATION

A.A. Avionics Systems CCAF, 2008
B.S. Professional Aeronautics Embry Riddle University, 2009
A.A. Instructor of Technology and Military Science CCAF, 2020