Adam Starr
Wichita,KS
Summary
Results-driven aircraft maintenance professional with several years of industry experience. Adept in performing troubleshooting and resolution on a range of aircraft makes and models.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Aircraft Structure/ Sheetmetal Mechanic
Bombardier Aerospace
Wichita, KS
06.2023 - Current
- Aligned structural assemblies with jigs and fixtures prior to joining them with fasteners.
- Assembled aircraft subassemblies by bolting or riveting components together.
- Fabricated replacement parts using sheet metal cutting shears, brakes and forming dies when necessary.
- Replaced worn or defective parts using appropriate tools and equipment.
- Drilled holes in structural parts for rivets or bolts.
Rapid Response Mechanic
Spirit AeroSystems
Wichita, KS
04.2022 - 05.2023
- Aligned structures by adjusting angles, lengths and positions of parts to meet tolerances specified in drawings or manuals.
- Analyzed engineering drawings to determine dimensions, tolerances and other requirements for assembly operations.
- Fabricated new components from raw materials according to blueprints or design specifications.
Aircraft Structure Mechanic
Niar
Wichita, KS
02.2021 - 03.2022
- Replaced damaged structural parts with new ones using hand tools and power tools.
- Fabricated replacement parts when needed according to specifications provided by engineering drawings.
- Inspected aircraft structures for corrosion, wear and fatigue damage.
- Drilled rivet holes in order to install various components onto the aircraft structure.
Aircraft Structural Mechanic
Spirit AeroSystems
Wichita
02.2020 - 01.2021
- Oversee projects and tasks assigned to sub-contractors based on their competencies and specialties
- Led and managed resolution of all issues during the project construction and commissioning phases.
- Assembled aircraft subassemblies by bolting or riveting components together.
- Fabricated replacement parts using sheet metal cutting shears, brakes and forming dies when necessary.
Structure Mechanic/Lead
Spirit AeroSystem's
Wichita, KS
02.2017 - 04.2020
- Assembled components with a verity of pneumatic hand tools and power tools while working in a safe, FOD free workspace
- Assembled aircraft based off engineering drawings
- Calibrated countersinks and depth gauges, drilled through sheet metal, installed various fasteners with sealant
- Installed and bucked rivets
- Assisted the manager in keeping coworkers and jobs on track and on time
- In charge of bar line control and part inventory
- Assisted co-workers in all areas that where behind on their barline while maintaining my own
- Implimented new stratigies and ideas to improve and speed up the assembly process.
Aircraft Structure Mechanic
Decrain Aerospace
Wichita, KS
07.2013 - 03.2017
- Interpreted blueprints, drawings and sketches
- Assembled components with hand and power tools while maintaining a safe work environment
- Used various countersinks, drill bits, measuring devices and sealent tools to complete the job based off engineering drawings.
- Installed new structural components including bulkheads, stringers, frames and longerons.
Education
Other -
Safe Start
07.2015
High school or equivalent -
Maize High School
01.2004
Skills
- Interpretation of blueprints, wiring diagrams and engineering drawings
- Skilled metal worker
- Expert in safety rules and operation
- Power and hand tool operation
- Ability to multi-task
- Fine measurement tools proficiency
- Leadership
Timeline
Aircraft Structure/ Sheetmetal Mechanic
Bombardier Aerospace
06.2023 - Current
Rapid Response Mechanic
Spirit AeroSystems
04.2022 - 05.2023
Aircraft Structure Mechanic
Niar
02.2021 - 03.2022
Aircraft Structural Mechanic
Spirit AeroSystems
02.2020 - 01.2021
Structure Mechanic/Lead
Spirit AeroSystem's
02.2017 - 04.2020
Aircraft Structure Mechanic
Decrain Aerospace
07.2013 - 03.2017
Other -
Safe Start
High school or equivalent -
Maize High School