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Las Vegas, Nevada Area

Performs back to birth trace on purchased Engines, APUs and Landing GearAudits Engine, APU, and Landing Gear work packages from repair vendors and updates AIS to reflect Service Bulletin and AD compliance Build records packages for Allegiant vendors to market used powerplant material Prepares AD compliance statements, Disk Sheets and non-incident statements Assists Powerplant Engineering with last shop visit data required for workscope generation. Tracks and monitors fleet… Show more Performs back to birth trace on purchased Engines, APUs and Landing GearAudits Engine, APU, and Landing Gear work packages from repair vendors and updates AIS to reflect Service Bulletin and AD compliance Build records packages for Allegiant vendors to market used powerplant material Prepares AD compliance statements, Disk Sheets and non-incident statements Assists Powerplant Engineering with last shop visit data required for workscope generation. Tracks and monitors fleet powerplant turbine airfoil time and cycles to categorize for scheduled inspections Show less

Las Vegas, Nevada Area

Created custom Spreadsheet to document and track DTA requirements for both FAA and Engineering. Coordinated with Engineering, Maintenance Control and Aircraft Records to ensure all documented repairs were entered into AIS and Major Repairs were documented and tracked per the FAR’s

Greater Atlanta Area

I assisted with the merger of Delta Airlines and Northwest Airlines with responsibility for parts integration of SCEPTRE (NWA) and SAP (DAL). Verified fit, form, and function of each part/assembly and advised engineering managers integrating AIPC and EIPC maintenance systems. -- Provided IPC mark-ups for each part/assembly and assisted fleet managers with OM9 and MMRF creation for integration efforts as a “go-to” engineer and a process lead. -- Contributed to merging parts systems into… Show more I assisted with the merger of Delta Airlines and Northwest Airlines with responsibility for parts integration of SCEPTRE (NWA) and SAP (DAL). Verified fit, form, and function of each part/assembly and advised engineering managers integrating AIPC and EIPC maintenance systems. -- Provided IPC mark-ups for each part/assembly and assisted fleet managers with OM9 and MMRF creation for integration efforts as a “go-to” engineer and a process lead. -- Contributed to merging parts systems into a single system to avoid double ordering, with only 14,000 remaining out of 490,000 items when I left when my contract ended. Show less

Louisville, Kentucky Area

Reviewed the documented major repairs and alterations and compared the history against FAA disclosure criteria and airframe surveys for the whole fleet (DC-8, A-300, MD-11/DC-10, 757, 767, and 747). -- Prepared quality documentation for entry into a database, and presented packages to FAA in compliance with FAA regulations for every airplane in the fleet.

Goodyear, Az / Lake City,Fl

I started as a mechanic then progressed to a lead position. When the Arizona facility closed, I transferred to Florida. Performed Heavy C and D checks and winglet modification on B757 and B737 Airframes as lead for 14 sheet metal mechanics. Fabricated and installed skin, frame web, and flight control repairs including drilling, riveting, and sealing on Boeing 737, 757, Douglas DC-8, DC-9 and Airbus A310 aircraft.

Everett, Wa

I reported to senior managers and oversaw the daily operations of the Quality Department with 15 inspectors across two facilities. Maintained 5S level production, assigned inspectors, coached, and disciplined employees. Resolved quality, shipping, and delivery issues with customers and suppliers. Managed the Material Review Board System to expedite processing and reduce loss.-- Recommended to consolidate operations to one facility, which reduced shipping and saved costs.-- Instituted… Show more I reported to senior managers and oversaw the daily operations of the Quality Department with 15 inspectors across two facilities. Maintained 5S level production, assigned inspectors, coached, and disciplined employees. Resolved quality, shipping, and delivery issues with customers and suppliers. Managed the Material Review Board System to expedite processing and reduce loss.-- Recommended to consolidate operations to one facility, which reduced shipping and saved costs.-- Instituted program to verify invoices before shipping, with a projected monthly savings of $5000.-- Introduced an online spreadsheet which calculated quality cost and detailed the cost of errors. Show less

Greater Seattle Area

I provided technical consultations and applied my experience with computer solutions and manufacturing /quality systems. Created production/quality systems to meet changing needs using ISO9001 and lean manufacturing principles, and standardized guidelines to document discrepancies and resolutions. -- Helped increase efficiency in manufacturing and reduced costs by applying Lean principles at a bottling company, improving organization, which increased product output and speed to market… Show more I provided technical consultations and applied my experience with computer solutions and manufacturing /quality systems. Created production/quality systems to meet changing needs using ISO9001 and lean manufacturing principles, and standardized guidelines to document discrepancies and resolutions. -- Helped increase efficiency in manufacturing and reduced costs by applying Lean principles at a bottling company, improving organization, which increased product output and speed to market. -- Developed custom forms with Word macros and Visual Basic to support business processes. The form had a long life span used throughout Boeing with airline customers. Show less

Greater Seattle Area

I grew through some major process changes, integrating the customer role into production by managing needs in sync with manufacturing goals. Served as technical liaison and customer advocate between manufacturing, quality assurance, and upper management during the production and delivery of 737/757 aircraft. Managed and mediated customer expectations and resolved differences. Abided by union regulations and collective bargaining agreements.-- Complex Systems /Process Improvement: I coached… Show more I grew through some major process changes, integrating the customer role into production by managing needs in sync with manufacturing goals. Served as technical liaison and customer advocate between manufacturing, quality assurance, and upper management during the production and delivery of 737/757 aircraft. Managed and mediated customer expectations and resolved differences. Abided by union regulations and collective bargaining agreements.-- Complex Systems /Process Improvement: I coached and mentored airline representatives to integrate them into the Boeing production system, which helped cut teams of up 20 engineers to monitor progress down to 30% of airlines needing only a small team of six for improved efficiency and cost savings.-- Managed Key Accounts: I served as customer advocate with Delta Airlines, Condor, International Lease Finance (ILFC), Boeing Business Jets, and Southwest Airlines. -- Quality Control: I led the implementation and design of web-based customer quality manual and other quality tools to improve adherence to established ISO9001 standards. -- Improved Efficiency: I helped develop and implement the new at the time moving assembly line for the 737 final assembly organization, increasing the production capability by 33% at a cost savings of $6,000,000 in first year.-- Increased Customer Satisfaction: Reduced flow time on the 757/737 winglet modification project by 33% and reduced defects by 18% over the same period, saving staffing costs.-- Created Innovative Solutions: Conceived of and developed web-based customer defect tracking system to reduce repeat defects, saving over $506,000 in the first year. Integrated SPC systems into customer quality reporting system, improving response time by 38%.-- International Business: Liaised with airline sales and contract teams in Japan, Israel, Indonesia, Ethiopia, South Africa, Poland, Uzbekistan, China, Turkey, Brazil, and Argentina. Show less

Greater Seattle Area

I directed the activities of 25 hourly mechanics, electricians, plumbers, and test technicians during the production and testing of 737/757 airplanes. Maintained capital investments budget, accounted for tool loss, and instituted a plan for showing the cost of quality monitored Materials Review Board costs. Enforced compliance of all applicable company policies, procedures and government regulations (FAR's, OSHA and ISO 9001 standards). Coached employees to take training to enhance skills… Show more I directed the activities of 25 hourly mechanics, electricians, plumbers, and test technicians during the production and testing of 737/757 airplanes. Maintained capital investments budget, accounted for tool loss, and instituted a plan for showing the cost of quality monitored Materials Review Board costs. Enforced compliance of all applicable company policies, procedures and government regulations (FAR's, OSHA and ISO 9001 standards). Coached employees to take training to enhance skills. Retained staff during layoffs and developed team for lead and supervisory roles within time restrictions and union guidelines. Show less

Greater Seattle Area

I started off as a missile mechanic doing sheet metal work on cruise missile program, took classes and went into the manufacturing line for the 767. Soon I had worked on a few models and then moved to end of manufacturing production line and made various mechanical, electrical, or hydraulic repairs to stay on schedule. Performed aircraft systems testing and verification to applicable engineering, customer and company requirements. Interpreted engineering drawings, electrical and plumbing… Show more I started off as a missile mechanic doing sheet metal work on cruise missile program, took classes and went into the manufacturing line for the 767. Soon I had worked on a few models and then moved to end of manufacturing production line and made various mechanical, electrical, or hydraulic repairs to stay on schedule. Performed aircraft systems testing and verification to applicable engineering, customer and company requirements. Interpreted engineering drawings, electrical and plumbing schematics and formulas. Assisted other employees with troubleshooting hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical systems. -- Assigned technicians to work on systems as needed, entered budgetary details, and invoiced for staffing. Show less

Mountain Home Afb, Id

Performed operational testing of engines after maintenance and overhaul in static and portable test cell. Maintained test cell and sound suppressor to applicable readiness status. Honorably discharged.-- Awarded commendation medal for designing and building a custom wire harness for remote engine trimmers.

Business Administration Certificate, Business

Associate Of Arts, Business

Licensed Airframe Mechanic, 737 Gen Fam

Electronic Technician Certificate, Electronics