Benjamin Patterson
Rootstown
Summary
Experienced Aircraft Maintenance Technician with a proven track record in supervising maintenance teams, great attention to detail and ensuring operational readiness. Skilled in troubleshooting technical issues and implementing safety procedures. Strong ability to coordinate with engineers to meet deadlines while maintaining high safety standards.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Castle Aviation
11.2020 - Current
- Currently managing Saab 340 heavy checks to ensure a safe and efficient completion within the scheduled timelines.
- Supervising daily aircraft maintenance operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and industry standards.
- Mentor junior technicians, enhancing their technical skills and operational efficiency.
- Conduct thorough inspections and troubleshooting for various aircraft systems, improving reliability and performance.
Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Constant Aviation
10.2014 - 11.2020
- Performed disassembly, inspections, repairs, and reassembly of multiple aircraft flight controls, thrust reverser components, and inlets utilizing current manufacturer technical data and Service Bulletins.
- Maintained accurate documentation of repairs, enhancing traceability and accountability.
- Diagnosed and repaired aviation systems to enhance operational efficiency.
- Conducted routine maintenance inspections, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Trained junior technicians on equipment handling and maintenance procedures.
- Performed run/taxi procedures of multiple aircraft while maintaining contact with airport tower personnel.
- Safely and efficiently completed the part out of a GIV, Citation X, and multiple Beechcraft 400/Nextant aircraft.
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Banyan Aerospace
09.2013 - 10.2014
- Performed maintenance on multiple aircraft engine types including reciprocating, turbo prop, and turbo fan engines.
- Performed light and heavy scheduled and unscheduled maintenance procedures.
- Performed run/taxi procedures while maintaining contact with airport tower personnel.
- Diagnosed and repaired aircraft systems, ensuring compliance with FAA regulations.
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Nextant Aerospace
08.2012 - 09.2013
- Performed modification procedures to transform the Beechcraft 400/400A aircraft into the 400XT/400XTI model.
- Performed extensive flight control and landing gear rigging procedures.
- Performed routine aircraft maintenance and inspections.
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Commut Air
01.2011 - 08.2012
- Performed routine and heavy maintenance and inspections on Bombardier Dash-8 Q200 and Q300 aircraft.
- Performed run/taxi procedures while maintaining contact with airport tower personnel.
- Received delegate RII position.
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Gulfstream International Airlines
10.2009 - 01.2011
- Performed routine and heavy maintenance/inspection procedures on Hawker Beechcraft 1900D aircraft.
- Performed removal and installation of Pratt and Whitney PT6 turbo prop engines.
- Performed aircraft engine run procedures.
Education
Line Maintenance Training
Global Jet Services, Inc.
06.2016
Line Maintenance Training
Williams International
01.2016
Associates Degree - Specialized Technology
Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania10.2009
Skills
- Team leadership
- Time management strategies
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Quality assurance procedures
- MS Excel
Certification
- Inspection Authorization
- Licensed Airframe and Powerplant Technician
Timeline
Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Castle Aviation
11.2020 - Current
Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Constant Aviation
10.2014 - 11.2020
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Banyan Aerospace
09.2013 - 10.2014
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Nextant Aerospace
08.2012 - 09.2013
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Commut Air
01.2011 - 08.2012
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Gulfstream International Airlines
10.2009 - 01.2011
Line Maintenance Training
Williams International
Line Maintenance Training
Global Jet Services, Inc.
Associates Degree - Specialized Technology
Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics
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