Jose Carlos
Long Beach,CA
Summary
Airframe Power Plant Mechanic successfully performs skilled maintenance and repair services and supports group efficiency. Experience handling preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance actions on aircraft. Dedicated to helping team excel with high-quality work.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Technician
Textron Aviation
Long Beach, CA
02.2016 - 02.2024
- Provided AOG maintenance support for all Textron Aviation products.
- Performed diagnosing and troubleshooting of all aircraft systems.
- Removed and installed engines on various types of airframes following approved procedures. Replaced worn and damaged engine and airframe components, as needed. Perform operational and functional checks according to manufacturer specifications.
- Conducted scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on a variety of aircraft systems, including engines, landing gear, hydraulics, pneumatic, electrical, and avionics systems.
- Adhered strictly to safety rules while working around aircraft systems and hazardous materials.
- Completed required paperwork related to maintenance activities accurately and timely.
- Directly communicate with aircraft owners and operators as representatives of Textron Aviation in all aspects of maintenance support.
Field Service Representative
XOJET
Van Nuys, CA
02.2009 - 12.2015
- Provided technical support and troubleshooting assistance to aircraft maintenance vendors in the field on the company's aircraft fleet.
- Ensure proper compliance with all maintenance procedures and FAA-required paperwork requirements.
- Worked directly with fleet pilots, aircraft maintenance vendors, and aircraft manufacturer engineering to ensure proper diagnosing, troubleshooting, and operational and functional checks.
- Ensured compliance with company policies, procedures, and safety standards.
- Provided on-line training for new aircraft maintenance vendors on company procedures and paperwork requirements.
Lead Technician
Cessna Aircraft Company
Long Beach, CA
09.1996 - 01.2009
- Conducted scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on a variety of aircraft systems, including engines, landing gear, hydraulics, pneumatic, electrical, and avionics.
- Performed detailed inspections of aircraft systems and components to identify any potential issues or defects.
- Diagnosed malfunctions utilizing technical publications and experience gained from previous similar problems encountered during maintenance activities.
- Performed engine run-up operational and functional checks after major overhauls or installations were completed. Operated test equipment to troubleshoot aircraft systems.
- Repaired defective parts using hand tools and precision measuring instruments.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable airworthiness regulations and standards.
- Trained new personnel on aviation maintenance techniques and procedures.
Education
Airframe and Powerplant Certificate - Aviation Maintenance
Long Beach City College
Long Beach, CA06-1994
Skills
- Aircraft System Maintenance and Diagnostics
- Aircraft System Operational and Functional Testing
- AOG Customer support and management
- Aircraft document compliance
Timeline
Lead Technician
Textron Aviation
02.2016 - 02.2024
Field Service Representative
XOJET
02.2009 - 12.2015
Lead Technician
Cessna Aircraft Company
09.1996 - 01.2009
Airframe and Powerplant Certificate - Aviation Maintenance
Long Beach City College