Different Uniform.

Same Standard.

For many at Summit Aviation, military service shaped the values they bring to work every day. The uniform may be different, but the mindset remains: one team, one mission and an unwavering commitment to delivering when it matters most.

Experience That Continues to Serve

Veterans bring discipline, accountability, leadership and a firsthand understanding of the standards our customers demand.

They serve throughout Summit Aviation, from A&P mechanics and program management to IT and other essential support functions. Their range of roles reflects an important truth: delivering for the customer extends beyond the aircraft. Every team member contributes to the quality of our work and the experience we provide.

Meet Some of the Veterans Behind the Mission

Each veteran at Summit Aviation brings a distinct background, skill set and story, strengthening our company through trust, precision and accountability.

Bruce Melendez

For 21 years and 7 months, Bruce Melendez served in the U.S. Army in various roles, including CH47 Mechanic, CH47 Flight Engineer, CH47 Technical Inspector, CH47 Test Pilot course Instructor, Squad Leader and Platoon Sergeant.

Bruce has been with Summit Aviation for five years, and is currently Flight Test Lead. He provides maintenance service on CH47F and MH47G, but if you ask him what he enjoys most about working here, he’ll tell you it’s the people he works with and Summit’s customers. His service to our country continues to be his life work as he contributes his knowledge as a civilian.

His experience in the military helped prepare him for his job at Summit. “I experienced an ease of transition into Summit’s processes and procedures. That has translated into a high customer satisfaction rate; customers are happy with the presented product,” said Bruce.

Jose Hilario

For five years, Jose Hilario proudly served the U.S. Marine Corps in various roles including Airframer on CH46E, Maintenance Control and QAR Inspector.

Today, Jose is our CH/MH-47 Shop Floor Supervisor. The bonds he formed with his fellow Marines taught him how to lead effectively as a civilian; he knows the value of motivating his team so they trust each other and work toward a common quality goal. The same mission, together.

Built on Service.

Focused on the Mission.

Employing military veterans is both a privilege and a responsibility. Their experience and leadership make Summit Aviation stronger and help us provide the dependable support our customers count on.

Different uniform. Same standard.

Focused on trust. Driven by precision.

I'm proud that I'm able to continue fostering my love for aviation as a civilian in a way that is meaningful, and supports our military. I can put myself in their shoes and know exactly what they need and why they need it.

—Bruce melendez

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