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Lao Thao

Iwakuni

Summary

Detail-oriented and mission-driven Aviation Maintenance Data Specialist with hands-on experience in technical data management, aircraft maintenance documentation. Proven expertise in managing complex data systems such as NATEC and ALIS, ensuring accurate reporting, trend analysis, and real-time readiness tracking for Marine Corps aircraft. Skilled in maintaining up-to-date technical libraries, coordinating publication updates, and supporting maintenance teams with critical documentation. Known for strong organizational skills, precision under pressure, and a deep understanding of aviation maintenance operations.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Aviation Maintenance Data Specialist

United States Marine Corps
03.2020 - Current
  • Collect maintenance action data from aircraft logs and reports.
  • Enter detailed maintenance data into automated systems like ALIS (Autonomic Logistics Information System)
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date maintenance databases.
  • Track trends in equipment failures or recurring issues.
  • Generate reports on aircraft readiness, maintenance status, flight hours, and usage.
  • Worked with users to determine system malfunctions.
  • Provide data to maintenance control, quality assurance, and operations for planning and scheduling.
  • Assist in determining aircraft mission readiness and workload distribution.
  • Work closely with other aviation MOSs such as power plants, airframes, and avionics Marines to ensure all maintenance performed is accurately documented.

Aircraft Technical Librarian

United States Marine Corps
02.2024 - 03.2025
  • Maintain libraries of aircraft technical manuals
  • Ensure all publications are current by tracking updates and revisions(through systems like Naval Air Technical Data and Engineering Service Command (NATEC))
  • Issue and control copies of manuals and documents to authorized personnel.
  • Ensure only the latest authorized versions are in use to prevent maintenance errors.
  • Support audits and inspections by ensuring documentation compliance.

Education

High School Diploma -

Washington Technology Magnet High School
Saint Paul, MN

Skills

  • Data Management & Analysis
  • Technical Documentation Handling
  • Compliance & Regulation Knowledge
  • Software & Systems Proficiency
  • Attention to Detail
  • Communication & Team Collaboration
  • Security Clearance & Military Discipline

Timeline

Aircraft Technical Librarian

United States Marine Corps
02.2024 - 03.2025

Aviation Maintenance Data Specialist

United States Marine Corps
03.2020 - Current

High School Diploma -

Washington Technology Magnet High School
Lao Thao