Focused, ambitious and knowledgeable professional with years of proven and progressively responsible leadership experience in the aviation maintenance field. Demonstrated success in developing viable strategies that grow into practical action plans that produce noteworthy outcomes. Able to excel autonomously for extended periods in diverse cultural and economic settings. Known by colleagues and managers alike for fostering and sustaining mutually positive professional relationships with individuals and groups at all levels Expert in developing and mentoring other in team settings to successfully achieve or surpass organizational objectives. Proven aptitude for understanding customer expectations and liaising between both the organization and its clients. Adept in multitasking to handle comingling priorities under pressure. Possess a B.S. in Professional Aeronautics, an FAA license and a safety certification.

Aircraft Systems | Innovation | Maintenance | Operations Management | Quality Assurance | HAZMAT

Program/Project Management | Inspections | Testing | Professional Development | Training

Product Performance | Problem Solving | Technical & Product Support | Corrective Actions

Performance Management | Reports & Presentations | Interpersonal Communication (Arabic & English)

Negotiation | Critical Thinking | Problem Solving | Time Management | Scheduling | Strategic Planning Inventory Control | Safety & Hazardous Materials | Budgets | Resource Allocation | Troubleshooting

Customer Satisfaction | Data Systems | Windows | MS Office | Air Force Systems

         Honored with a series of promotion over the course of career into progressively responsible roles that included leading large-scale global aviation maintenance operations

         Expert in traveling and working across more than three countries at once

         Conceptualized, developed, and introduced a shift structure that allowed for 24-hour aviation repair and maintenance operations in support of crucial flight functions with no quality loss

         Received numerous axxxxxxrds and commendations for consistently demonstrating outstanding performance during intricate field operations

         Boosted aircraft readiness levels by 45% through leverage of superb cross-functional skills to teach the Royal Saudi Air Force in proper phase inspection procedures (DynCorp)

         Trained 22 members of the Saudi Air Force in detailed phase inspection processes; increased their readiness levels by 60% (DynCorp)

         Facilitated a presentation used in briefing high0ranking generals (DynCorp)

         Administer up to $1.2M in annual budgets and assess organizational funding requirements; use findings to prepare detailed budget proposals and allocate funds distribution (USAF)

         Led and mentored dynamic teams in order to build a collaborative work environment (USAF)

         Designed and delivered training to increase staff expertise, skill aptitudes and productivity (USAF)

         Called on sound business operations expertise to mentor Saudi National Technician and instruct them on installation techniques, repairs, modifications or overhaul of F-15C/D/S aircraft

         Instructed the team on how to achieve excellence via both formal channels and informal networks

         Controlled inventory to ensure needed parts were both stocked and calibrated; used phone, fax and e-mail systems to track and monitor parts

         Developed and maintained customized inventory, tooling, and materials management spreadsheets

         Worked seamlessly with superiors, regulatory agencies, clients, vendors and other personnel

         Led on-the-job training focused on maintaining log book entries, completing AD research and paperwork, as well as complying with U.S. Airxxxxxxys and legislative regulations

         Also introduced and led a maintenance training program for F-15C/D/S airframe and safety maintenance in Saudi Arabia, which led to an increase in training by 65%

         Comprehended systems and troubleshooting for F-15 airplanes, with readiness alxxxxxxys at 90% or more

         Also worked with the company as a Production Supervisor in 2006

         Proved essential in strategic planning, staffing, resource allocation, administrative support, equipment, training and in making logistics decisions related to aviation maintenance

         Coordinated aircraft towing, lifting, jacking, launch and recovery operations; assessed functions to note areas in need of improvement, as well as diagnose issues and determine staff needs

         Lead a team in maintaining aviation assets, including F-15, F-16, F-117 and KC-10 airframes

         Scheduled work and crew assignments to ensure a smooth workflow, meet deadlines and adhere to operational commitments

         Introduced methods to enhance performance, quality, safety and productivity levels

         Repaired issues problems and determined optimal maintenance actions for aircraft structures, systems, components and equipment

         Used technical data and instructions to supervise component removal, installation and testing

         Collaborate with other departments to support flight schedules and critical missions fully

         Directed special projects including planning for timelines, resources, coordination and tracking

         Produced accurate reports and recommendations, vital to organizational decision making

         Oversaw aviation safety and hazardous material (HZMAT) management programs; involved deeply in developing processes that earned formal accolades for their success

         Inspected and repaired aircraft; deciphered findings and noted the adequacy of corrective actions

         Monitored all maintenance and repair activities to ensure compliance with quality and safety systems

         Reviewed maintenance forms, aircraft records, automated maintenance systems and historical reports to confirm completeness, identify trends and determine production efficacy

         Facilitated staff performance evaluations; helped team members devise short- and long-term career development plans using contents of these assessments

         Purchased and controlled parts inventories and consumable supplies to keep resources on hand to meet maintenance and repair needs

         Supervised facilities and equipment to keep items properly maintained and in good working order

B.S., Professional Aeronautics, Minors in Business & Safety, Embry Riddle Aeronautical University

A.S., Civil Engineering Technology, University of Puerto Rico

Member, Professional Aviation Maintenance Association (PAMA), 2005-Present

Member, National Association of Safety Professionals (NASP), 2004-Present

Airframe and Powerplant License, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)

Safety Management Certification, National Association of Safety Professionals

Airman Leadership School, United States Air Force

Previously held Top Secret Department of Defense Security Clearance

Air Force Commendation Medal | FBI Commendation Certificate | DIA Commendation Certificate

Joint Service Achievement Medal | Crewmember of the Month (2)