Ayla Pinto Espinosa
Ringgold,VA
Summary
To secure a position with a company that offers growth and opportunity. I believe my professionalism and dedication will assist me in becoming a valuable asset to your organization/company. Consider myself to be motivated, fast learner, self-starter with excellent communication skills. I have a strong desire to succeed and I welcome new challenges. Willing to relocate: Anywhere
Overview
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Certification
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
A&P Mechanic FTR
Dynamic Aviation
Bridgewater, VA
05.2023 - Current
- Serviced and repaired airframe components for King Air aircraft, enhancing operational reliability.
- Conducted maintenance and inspections on PT6A-42 engine, contributing to optimal performance.
- Executed routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and inspections on aircraft to ensure safety and compliance.
- Supported special mission aircraft readiness across hangar operations.
- Coordinated with crews on maintenance needs and return-to-service tasks.
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled airframe and powerplant repairs.
A&P Lead Composite and Sheetmetal
S.C.A.T.S - Contractor
Kinston, NC
12.2022 - 05.2023
- Assembled, fitted, fastened, and installed parts while training apprentices to enhance skills in aircraft maintenance. Fabricated, modified, and repaired airframe and all metal and composite parts. Performed routine inspections, C checks, and troubleshooting to ensure airworthiness.
- Maintained airframe components for ATR 42, ATR 72, Cessna Caravan 208, ERJ-145, and Sky Courier models, contributing to operational reliability and safety.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with a diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Heavy Maintenance Representative
APA Services, Inc. - Contractor
Bridgeport, WV
05.2022 - 12.2022
- Collaborated with vendor in pre/post dock activities, monitored daily aircraft production for compliance with standards and policies, managed agreements/contracts, maintained schedule and budget, and ensured adherence to GMM processes and procedures.
- Procured necessary parts and materials for ongoing projects, coordinated work-scope additions, sourced technical data for routine and non-routine tasks, managed warranty claims, and provided daily updates on progress and outstanding issues.
- Maintained maintenance turnover/progress log to identify material issues and unplanned project events, analyzed vendor performance, and coordinated revisions to procedures for process improvement.
- Developed the applicable work scope. Approve labor hours in accordance with applicable agreements/contracts.
- Offered technical support to vendor to enhance performance and compliance.
- Maintained maintenance turnover/progress log to identify material issues and unplanned project events; analyzed vendor performance, and coordinated revisions to procedures for process improvement.
- Airframe: CRJ 200, 700, 900.
A&P Mechanic (Space Wrench)
SkyBridge Aviation - Contractor
, New Mexico
01.2022 - 07.2022
- Maintained airframe structure for SS2 Unity aircraft.
- Performed airframe inspections, repairs, and preventative maintenance for contractor aviation operations.
- Troubleshot mechanical issues using maintenance manuals, schematics, and approved technical procedures.
- Replaced worn aircraft components, hardware, and systems parts to support flight readiness.
- Assembled, fitted, fastened, and installed components to ensure structural integrity.
- Help write new procedures for maintenance.
Lead A&P Mechanic (Sheetmetal)
S.C.A.T.S.- Contractor
Kinston, NC
02.2021 - 01.2022
- Assemble, fit, fasten, and install parts. Train apprentices and distribute workload. Fabricate, modify, repair airframe and all metal and composite parts of aircraft. Performed routine inspections, C checks and troubleshooting.
- Maintained comprehensive records of various airframe types, such as ATR 42, ATR 72, Cessna Caravan 208, and ERJ-145.
- Inspected airframe and powerplant systems for SCATS contractor flight operations.
- Performed scheduled maintenance on engines, landing gear, and hydraulic assemblies.
- Troubleshot mechanical faults using manuals, schematics, and inspection findings.
A&P Mechanic (Engine Mechanic)
Veterans Alliance - Contractor (DoD, DCMA)
Bridgewater, VA
03.2020 - 01.2021
- Ensured compliance with DoD, DCMA, and AS9100 standards
- Focused on engine maintenance for PW123 and PT6A-42 models.
- Conducted routine inspections, C checks, rigging, and troubleshooting; executed engine and prop changes, assemblies, and balancing to ensure optimal performance. Airframe and interior restoration.
- Specialized in airframe maintenance for DHC-8 and King Air models.
A&P Mechanic
Ravn Air
Palmer, AK
07.2019 - 03.2020
- Managed airframe maintenance for Cessna Caravan 208 and EX and Beechcraft 1900, ensuring compliance with safety and performance standards.
- Performed routine and heavy maintenance, troubleshooting, and inspections; trained apprentices; conducted hot section inspections, engine changes, prop balancing, and airframe & interior restoration; executed RII and DII inspections.
- Engine: Pt6-114,140.
A&P Mechanic
CAT Aerostaffing - Contractor
Palmer, AK
01.2019 - 07.2019
- Performed routine and heavy maintenance, troubleshooting, and inspections, while training apprentices and executing hot section inspections, engine changes, prop balance, and airframe & interior restoration. Conducted RII and DII inspections.
- Maintained airframes for Cessna Caravan 208, Cessna Caravan 208B EX, and Beechcraft 1900, ensuring compliance with safety and performance standards.
- Engine: Pt6-114 & 140
A&P Mechanic
Wipaire Inc
Leesburg, FL
01.2018 - 06.2018
- Performed routine maintenance, troubleshooting, inspections, and assembly to ensure aircraft operational reliability.
- Executed repairs, assembly, and installation to enhance equipment reliability and efficiency.
- Conducted float inspections and managed aircraft interior restoration to uphold quality standards.
A&P Mechanic
Paradise Helicopters
Hilo, HI
05.2017 - 12.2017
- Executed engine changes, head changes, and blade balancing; restored airframe and interior while conducting daily checks to ensure operational readiness.
- Serviced airframe for MD 500 helicopter, contributing to flight safety and reliability.
- Performed routine maintenance, troubleshooting, inspections, and assembly; trained apprentices to enhance skill development.
- Engine: RR 250
A&P Mechanic
Hawaiian Airlines
Honolulu, HI
10.2016 - 05.2017
- Conducted comprehensive maintenance on B717 and B767 airframes, ensuring airworthiness and compliance with safety regulations.
- Serviced engines RR-BR700 and PW-JT9D, enhancing reliability and operational readiness.
- Performed routine maintenance, inspections, and assembly, diagnosing engine issues and restoring airframes to optimal performance.
Lead A&P Mechanic, Records Holder, Line A&P Mechanic
Mokulele Airlines
Kailua-Kona, HI
05.2015 - 10.2016
- Perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting and inspections. Performed line maintenance, rigging, engine changes, airframe & interior restoration. Performed run ups and blade balancing. Trained mechanics and apprentices. Inspected mechanics' maintenance and distributed workload. Fostered a trustworthy atmosphere for mechanics and apprentices. Updated maintenance records of all fleets, filed and organized records.
- Maintained airframe for Cessna Caravan 208 and 208 EX models, ensuring adherence to safety standards and optimal aircraft performance.
- Engine: PT6-114, PT6-140
Lead A&P Mechanic, Customer Service Agent
Air Sunshine
San Juan, PR
08.2013 - 05.2015
- Conducted routine inspections and restored airframe to ensure safety and compliance. Provided every passenger with their check-in process, boarding pass, and escort to the aircraft.
- Oversaw airframe maintenance for Cessna 402 to maintain operational readiness.
- Inspected Air Sunshine aircraft for airworthiness and safety compliance.
- Troubleshot airframe, engine, and electrical discrepancies.
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on turboprop systems.
Education
Associate - Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Puerto Rico Aviation Maintenance Institute
Ceiba, PRHigh school or equivalent -
Fajardo Baptist Academy
Fajardo, PRSkills
- Aircraft maintenance
- Airframe
- Sheet metal
- Wiring harnesses
- Preventive maintenance
- Maintenance
- Troubles Production management
- Technical Documentation
- Regulatory Compliance
- Federal Aviation Regulations
- ISO 9001
- AS9100
- Electronics testing
- Circuit design
- Schematics
- Mechanical assembly
- Assembly
- Calipers
- Micrometer
- Precision measuring instruments
- Oil Change
- CMMS
- Data analysis
- Analysis skills
- Aviation
- DoD Experience
- Team Coordination
- Crew Leadership
- InterForkliftal Communication
- Leadership
- English
- Spanish
- Office software
- MS Office
- Leadership
- DoD Experience
- Production management
- Mechanical expertise
- MS Office
Personal Information
- Title: A&P Mechanic
- Availability: Willing to relocate: Anywhere
- Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Certification
- Certification, Licenses and System's
- A&P License
- Genfam B717
- Genfam B767
- Cescom/Camp Systems
- Alkym Systems
Timeline
A&P Mechanic FTR
Dynamic Aviation
05.2023 - Current
A&P Lead Composite and Sheetmetal
S.C.A.T.S - Contractor
12.2022 - 05.2023
Heavy Maintenance Representative
APA Services, Inc. - Contractor
05.2022 - 12.2022
A&P Mechanic (Space Wrench)
SkyBridge Aviation - Contractor
01.2022 - 07.2022
Lead A&P Mechanic (Sheetmetal)
S.C.A.T.S.- Contractor
02.2021 - 01.2022
A&P Mechanic (Engine Mechanic)
Veterans Alliance - Contractor (DoD, DCMA)
03.2020 - 01.2021
A&P Mechanic
Ravn Air
07.2019 - 03.2020
A&P Mechanic
CAT Aerostaffing - Contractor
01.2019 - 07.2019
A&P Mechanic
Wipaire Inc
01.2018 - 06.2018
A&P Mechanic
Paradise Helicopters
05.2017 - 12.2017
A&P Mechanic
Hawaiian Airlines
10.2016 - 05.2017
Lead A&P Mechanic, Records Holder, Line A&P Mechanic
Mokulele Airlines
05.2015 - 10.2016
Lead A&P Mechanic, Customer Service Agent
Air Sunshine
08.2013 - 05.2015
Associate - Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Puerto Rico Aviation Maintenance Institute
High school or equivalent -
Fajardo Baptist Academy