Billy Williams
Skiatook,OK
Summary
Talented professional considered knowledgeable leader and dedicated problem solver. Brings 37 years of valuable expertise to forward company objectives. Attentive to detail with experience in coordinating projects, programs and improvements.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Manager Airframe Maintenance Technical Operations
UNITED AIRLINES
05.2021 - Current
- Manage MRO contractual obligations
- Provided guidance to MRO on repairs vs replacement decisions
- Applied safeguards for company assets at MRO locations
- Assisted MROs with critical path and planned milestones
- Worked as liaison for engineering, planning, contracts, and operations
- Performed aircraft cabin audits to ensure quality product returning to service - post maintenance completion
- Execute daily monitoring and reporting of all aircraft in check with attention to set standards of quality, span, and cost
- Monitor aircraft engine runs for compliance and standards of United Airlines
- After all maintenance is complete, verify security of all compartments with walk around of aircraft and signed Airworthiness release
- Coordinated Test flights and Return to Service flights
- Verify completion of all Maintenance accountability items
- Perform post check audit reports to clearly identify issues that occurred during Maintenance check process that require further investigation or action to improve future Maintenance checks
- Assisted MRO with continuous improvement opportunities.
Heavy Maintenance Technical Representative/Quality Control
ALLEGIANT AIR LINES
10.2016 - 05.2021
- Provide Technical expertise on MD-80 and Airbus 319 & 320 aircraft
- Provide Technical help as required, or facilitate exchange of technical information between applicable departments at Allegiant and vendor
- Preform QC/RII as require
- Provide paperwork auditing
- Assist Planning department for upcoming aircraft visits by researching previous repairs, parts and defect reports for items to be added to work scope that were not covered by planning check package
- Monitor parts purchase request and verify need, or explore opportunity for repair rather than replacement
- Reporting daily work status of aircraft while in check and to monitor labor hours expended on daily basis
- Review non-routine work card bid hours and ensure fair and equitable for both Airline and Vendor
- Provide details of in progress engineering programs as required and help Allegiant Airlines engineering make any required modifications to work instructions
- Track aircraft after departure from maintenance visit and provide feedback to Vendor for defects occurring that may be attributed to Work performed by Vendor
- Accomplish reliability tracking for pre-maintenance and post-maintenance discrepancies to help in identifying possible modifications to maintenance program that would allow Allegiant to increase aircraft fleet reliability
- Review invoice items for accuracy and provide feedback to manager
- Qualifications include; Engine Run/taxi on Airbus A320 family, RII, RI, Airworthiness Release Authority.
Manager, Process Specialist, Manufacture Engineer
SPIRIT AEROSYSTEMS
08.2009 - 06.2016
- Lead on Repair team, responsible for repair and modifications
- Started on Gulfstream G-650, wing unit 6002, finished on unit 6249
- Worked on all phases in production of G-650 wing build
- Very experienced drilling close tolerance (up to 0.0005) holes in aluminum, titanium, stainless steel and composite materials
- Lead man on leading edges, improving processes, tool design, and training
- Manager, brought production down from 22 days to 12
- Lead team of 24
- Process Specialist in spar production, redesigned spar area for better work flow, came up with processes for 5 day build
- Worked on quality to average one rejection tag per unit pair
- Tool design to make build processes more efficient and better quality
- Worked closely with Lean Management group
- Manufacture Engineer responsible for planning changes, Technical Writing documents, tool design, Process improvement and training
- Worked independently with limited instruction and limited supervision
- Worked with Catia V5 and SAP
- EWI/SAP instructor
- Responsible for teaching employees, including Salary employees, Electronic Work Instruction and SAP computer programs.
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
SERENITY NOW
10.2007 - 05.2009
- Maintained and repaired owners private Beechcraft King Air 350
- Completed Phase 1-4 inspection
- Propeller overhaul, avionics update, landing gear overhaul.
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance tasks performed, ensuring compliance with FAA regulations.
- Enhanced aircraft safety by performing thorough maintenance inspections and identifying potential issues.
- Inspected airframes to detect wear and other defects.
- Developed strong relationships with colleagues, fostering positive work atmosphere conducive to teamwork and effective communication.
- Operated power tools, gauges and testing equipment to adjust, repair, and replace faulty components in aircrafts.
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
AMERICAN AIRLINES
12.1995 - 10.2007
- Very Experienced on Heavy 'C' and 'D' checks on 727, 737, 757, 767, MD-80, MD-11, DC-10 and Airbus 300
- Responsible for Heavy Overhaul of passenger aircraft
- Including structural repairs, interior and exterior modification, flight control rigging, landing gear, and engine repairs and testing
- Worked on flight line for 'A' & 'B' checks
- Run up and taxi qualified on MD-80, 737, and 757
- Received training in management work groups that were responsible for streamlining operational procedures and Lean management.
- Removed components such as landing gear, engines, and flight control.
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled inspections to check flight readiness of aircraft.
- Collaborated with other technicians to complete complex repairs and improve team efficiency.
- Assisted in training new technicians, sharing knowledge and expertise to ensure high-quality workmanship.
- Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning by staying up-to-date on industry best practices and participating in relevant training opportunities.
- Consistently met or exceeded performance metrics related to repair turnaround times, contributing to overall operational efficiency.
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
DEE HOWARD
05.1993 - 10.1995
- Responsible for Heavy 'C' & 'D' checks of Boeing 737 airframe
- Experience in fabrication of doublers, stringer repair, skin lap mods, etc
- Two years of Heavy Structures experience.
- Analyzed engineering drawings and schematics to troubleshoot systems and diagnose solutions.
- Improved aircraft longevity by conducting detailed corrosion control inspections and treatments.
- Supported aircraft modifications projects, collaborating with engineers to implement design changes effectively.
- Troubleshot mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems and tested equipment following repairs.
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
TRACOR AVIATION
02.1990 - 04.1993
- Responsible for Heavy 'C' & 'D' of Boeing 727, 737, 747
- Experience in rib replacement on section 41 repair of Boeing 747
- Three years of Heavy Structures experience.
- Supported aircraft modifications projects, collaborating with engineers to implement design changes effectively.
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on diverse aircraft engines, avionics and hydraulics.
- Contributed to reduction in maintenance-related incidents by maintaining strong focus on safety during all tasks.
Education
B.S. - Aerospace Education - Technical Services Management
Oklahoma State University
Tulsa, OK08.2007
Associate in Applied Science - Airframe and Powerplant
Spartan School of Aeronautics
Tulsa 12.1989
Skills
- Problem-Solving
- Project Management
- Detail Oriented
- Strategic Planning
- Process Improvement
- Team leadership and direction
- Project Coordination
- Program Leadership
- Team Management
- Attention to Detail
- Operations Management
- Stakeholder Communications
Additional Information
Airframe and Powerplant license since 1989.
General Familiarization Certified MD-80, 727, 737, 757 & Airbus A319/320.
Lean Management training.
Airworthiness Release Authority currently on Airbus A319/320 and 737.
Airbus ACT Level II & III 120 Hour Advance Course.
Many years of experience in Microsoft Office applications.
Timeline
Program Manager Airframe Maintenance Technical Operations
UNITED AIRLINES
05.2021 - Current
Heavy Maintenance Technical Representative/Quality Control
ALLEGIANT AIR LINES
10.2016 - 05.2021
Manager, Process Specialist, Manufacture Engineer
SPIRIT AEROSYSTEMS
08.2009 - 06.2016
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
SERENITY NOW
10.2007 - 05.2009
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
AMERICAN AIRLINES
12.1995 - 10.2007
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
DEE HOWARD
05.1993 - 10.1995
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
TRACOR AVIATION
02.1990 - 04.1993
B.S. - Aerospace Education - Technical Services Management
Oklahoma State University
Associate in Applied Science - Airframe and Powerplant
Spartan School of Aeronautics
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