Clay Jones
About Clay Jones
Clay Jones is a helicopter technician with extensive experience in aircraft maintenance, having worked for the United States Air Force and currently at MD Helicopters, Inc. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration and an Associate of Science in Aviation Maintenance Technology.
Work at MD Helicopters
Clay Jones has been employed at MD Helicopters, Inc. as a Helicopter Technician since 2017. His role involves performing maintenance and repairs on various helicopter models, ensuring that they meet safety and operational standards. Jones has accumulated over seven years of experience in this position, contributing to the overall efficiency and reliability of the aircraft serviced at the Mesa, Arizona facility.
Experience in the United States Air Force
Clay Jones served in the United States Air Force for a total of 21 years, from 1992 to 2015. He held various positions, including Aircraft Manager and Maintenance Superintendent/Contracting Officer Representative. During his tenure, he directed aircraft maintenance resources, achieving over 3,000 sorties and 4,200 flying hours. He specialized in hazardous material waste disposal and provided continuous training for personnel in this area.
Education and Expertise
Clay Jones has a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) in Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration from Columbia Southern University, which he completed from 2012 to 2015. He also holds an Associate of Science (A.S.) degree in Aviation Maintenance Technology from the Community College of the Air Force, earned between 2009 and 2011. His educational background supports his technical expertise in aircraft maintenance and management.
Achievements in Aircraft Maintenance
Throughout his career, Clay Jones has led a team responsible for the maintenance and repairs of a fleet of 46 aircraft, including F-15E and F-16 models, valued at over $2.2 billion. He has managed accountability for over 1,000 tools, test equipment, and mission-critical assets. Additionally, he generated and reviewed numerous product quality deficiency reports to identify trends and recurring issues with F-16 components.