Bradley Carter
Hillsboro,OH
Summary
Accomplished Lead Mechanic with extensive experience at Metro Aviation Inc., excelling in aircraft troubleshooting and schedule management. Proven track record in enhancing safety and reliability through effective problem-solving and training. Successfully supervised maintenance teams, ensuring optimal performance and compliance.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Mechanic NWC/OSU
Metro Aviation Inc.
Columbus, Ohio
06.2023 - Current
- Coordinated with field mechanics and hangar manager to effectively plan maintenance events and align schedules.
- Identified mechanical issues in aircraft to support safety and reliability.
- Assisted maintenance team in conducting routine helicopter inspections to maintain safety and reliability.
- Trained junior mechanics on best practices and safety procedures.
- Oversaw two programs, ensuring alignment with operational standards.
Lead Mechanic NWC
Metro Aviation Inc.
Shreveport, Louisiana
10.2016 - 06.2023
- Executed maintenance on BK117C2 to ensure optimal performance and safety
- Coordinated maintenance events, securing necessary parts and tooling for efficient operations
- Supervised maintenance and repair of aircraft systems and components.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues using advanced troubleshooting techniques and tools.
- Led team in developing maintenance schedules for fleet readiness and compliance.
Roaming Mechanic
Med-Trans Air Medical Transportation
Lewisville, Texas
10.2012 - 11.2016
- Supported heavy maintenance tasks and addressed AOG events for EC135 and Bell 407 helicopters, ensuring aircraft readiness and operational continuity.
- Performed routine maintenance on air medical transport vehicles.
- Inspected aircraft systems to ensure optimal performance and safety compliance.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues using advanced troubleshooting techniques and tools.
Mechanic
AMES
Wilmington, OH
06.2012 - 10.2012
- Conducted inspections and resolved discrepancies on Boeing 767.
Lead mechanic
Air Methods
Cincinnati, OH
08.2011 - 04.2012
- Maintained and repaired two BK117 EMS helicopters at field base, conducting daily inspections and heavy maintenance while supervising two mechanics during operations.
- Contract was changed to another vendor.
Heavy maintenance depot supervisor
Columbus, Ohio
Columbus, OH
12.2004 - 08.2011
- Supervised and worked along with ten fellow mechanics in a heavy maintenance facility on BK117, EC135 and AS350B2. Performed in depth inspections, alterations, sheetmetal and composite repairs, engine runs and track and balance. Omniflight closed the heavy maintenance facility so I transferred to the field base until Omniflight sold to Air Methods in August of 2011.
Education
Airframe and Powerplant - Airframe and Powrplant in Aviation maintenance
Laurel Oaks
Wilmington, OH01-2004
Diploma -
Hillsboro High School
Hillsboro, OH01-2001
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Southern State Community College
Hillsboro, OHSkills
- Aircraft troubleshooting
- Engine repair
- Schedule management
- Routine inspections
- Equipment maintenance
- Problem solving
Timeline
Lead Mechanic NWC/OSU
Metro Aviation Inc.
06.2023 - Current
Lead Mechanic NWC
Metro Aviation Inc.
10.2016 - 06.2023
Roaming Mechanic
Med-Trans Air Medical Transportation
10.2012 - 11.2016
Mechanic
AMES
06.2012 - 10.2012
Lead mechanic
Air Methods
08.2011 - 04.2012
Heavy maintenance depot supervisor
Columbus, Ohio
12.2004 - 08.2011
Airframe and Powerplant - Airframe and Powrplant in Aviation maintenance
Laurel Oaks
Diploma -
Hillsboro High School
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Southern State Community College