HORIZON CITY, TX, October 29, 2026 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Evan Wayne Barney has been recognized for achievement in aircraft mechanic and maintenance services.

Mr. Barney's professional journey spans more than two decades and reflects a steadfast commitment to the field of aircraft maintenance and unmanned aerial systems. In his current capacity as a UAS field service representative with Albers Aerospace, based in Korea, Mr. Barney is responsible for the mechanical aspects of unmanned aircraft systems. Over the past year in this role, he has demonstrated his expertise in maintenance and technical operations.

Additionally, Mr. Barney serves as an aircraft mechanic 1 at Albers Aerospace and as a driver for Horizon Haul LLC, both roles he began in 2025. His current work is based out of Japan, where his responsibilities focus exclusively on the mechanical side of operations.

Before these roles, Mr. Barney worked as a contract UAS pilot for DelMar Aerospace Corporation from 2024 to 2025, further expanding his international experience and technical proficiency. In 2024, he also worked in the restaurant industry at JJs Eastside Tavern, showcasing his adaptability across industries.

From 2023 to 2024, Mr. Barney excelled as a HUB lead and principal field service representative for UAS maintenance and logistics at Textron Systems, after initially serving as a senior field service representative for the organization for more than five years, starting in 2016. During his time at Textron Systems, he managed staff, coordinated with management at multiple levels, and handled logistics management, technical maintenance and customer coordination. Among Mr. Barney's proudest achievements was becoming a site lead at Fort Bliss for Shadow UAS, a milestone that stands out in his career.

Earlier in his career, Mr. Barney was a probationary emergency medical technician with Hastings Fire and Rescue from 2015 to 2016, after working as a team lead at Lacy Construction Company between 2014 and 2016. He also served as a field service representative and UAS pilot with ACADEMI (A Constellis Company) from 2013 to 2014 after completing nearly three years of overseas deployments with a company related to his military background.

Mr. Barney's foundation in aviation began with the U.S. Army, where he served from 2003 to 2013 as an RQ7 Shadow pilot and UAS operator. He started as a camera operator before advancing into maintenance roles and leadership positions that involved customer correspondence, scheduling and understanding client needs. This decade of military service established Mr. Barney's reputation as an expert in maintenance and laid the groundwork for subsequent roles in both civilian and defense sectors.

Prior to his military engagement, Mr. Barney's employment included working as a hardwood flooring artisan at Old World Wood Floors from 2001 to 2003. He first contributed to LBR and M Corp's family farm as a construction and farm hand for nearly a decade between 1990 and 1998.

Mr. Barney's studies in aviation airway management and operations were completed at Cochise College in 2004. Years later, he received an Associate of Applied Science in business administration and management from Central Community College in 2020 and an Associate of Applied Science in business office automation technology and data entry from Central Community College in 2023. These academic achievements have provided Mr. Barney with essential business acumen and technical knowledge that have supported his advancement through increasingly complex roles.

In addition to his degrees, Mr. Barney's professional credentials have been extensive and reflect ongoing dedication to skill development. These have included credentials from Microsoft in Excel and PowerPoint, from the FAA in remote pilot certification, from Insitu Inc. with RQ21A Scan Eagle pilot certification, from Textron Systems with MQ19 Aerosonde pilot certification and, among others, certification as an MQ-9 Reaper mechanic from Amentum. Each credential has contributed directly to Mr. Barney's ability to excel across diverse technical environments.

Beyond professional pursuits, Mr. Barney has demonstrated civic engagement through volunteerism with several organizations. Since 2022, he has volunteered with SPCA International, reflecting a commitment to animal welfare. His earlier involvement included contributing time to Habitat for Humanity International, supporting community development initiatives, from 2005 to 2016, and fundraising volunteer work with Lions Clubs International between 1990 and 1998.

Recognition for Mr. Barney's achievements included induction into the Veterans National Honor Society and membership in the Business Honor Society. Throughout his career, he has attributed his success to lessons learned through hard work, perseverance toward personal goals, and unwavering support from family and friends. Mr. Barney emphasizes the value of surrounding himself with individuals who strive for excellence or occupy higher positions than himself, fostering continuous growth rather than stagnation.

Mr. Barney's career stands as a testament to expertise in maintenance services within aviation fields, marked by international experience, ongoing education, professional certifications, community involvement and family devotion, all underscoring the qualities that define his enduring legacy of achievement. Looking ahead, he is focused on building new ventures alongside his fiancée. Together, they are developing businesses centered on sales, arts and crafts, including an Etsy shop, resale activities and launching a hotshot dispatch company inspired by his recent acquisition of a commercial driver's license. The effort invested in these projects reflects both Mr. Barney's entrepreneurial spirit and dedication to securing future opportunities through diligent savings from current employment.

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