Caelan Lauwers
Summary
Adept at troubleshooting and detail-oriented, I leveraged skills in maintenance & repair and interpreting technical documentation to enhance operational efficiency at Boeing. My background includes ensuring adherence to FAA and military maintenance standards and a proven track record in improving system reliability. My expertise spans from aviation to marine environments, showcasing a versatile skill set in both hard and soft skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Aviation Maintenance Quality Assurance
Boeing
Renton, WA
01.2024 - Current
- Perform thorough inspections of Boeing 737 for compliance with engineering and FAA regulations.
- Verified operational adherence of Boeing 737 P8 to established engineering, FAA, and Naval guidelines.
- Conducted thorough inspections to ensure maintenance adherence to specifications.
- Ensure accuracy of records adhering to Boeing and FAA requirements.
- Maintain knowledge of complex aircraft systems
- Proficient in various computer applications and software.
- Assisted technicians with diagnosing complex malfunctions.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Skilled in interpreting and understanding engineering drawings.
Hyperbaric Chamber Operator/Hyperbaric Maintenance
Ballard Marine Construction
Washougal, WA
12.2021 - 12.2023
- Documented and categorized checklists to maintain safe hyperbaric practices.
- Executed system-specific maintenance tasks on hyperbaric machinery in areas such as plumbing, electrical installations, and mechanical operations.
- Executed preventive maintenance and inspections to enhance service environment.
- Coordinated with suppliers to acquire necessary resources tailored to business requirements.
- Performed setup and teardown of portable hyperbaric facilities across diverse job locations.
Field Service Technician
WISErg
Redmond, WA
10.2020 - 12.2021
- Perform mechanical repairs on various equipment.
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues according to industry standards.
- Performed detailed inspections of drives, motors, and belts to ensure optimal operation.
Aviation Maintenance Technician
United States Coast Guard
Mobile, AL
05.2017 - 09.2020
- Served as Crew Chief and Flight Mechanic on Coast Guard MH-65D helicopter during search and rescue missions.
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and troubleshooting of aircraft systems.
- Completed mechanical, paint, composite, structural, and corrosion inspections and repairs.
- Ensured thorough documentation of aircraft maintenance tasks in compliance with FAA and military guidelines.
- Conducted research and interpreted technical manuals before inspections, installations, and repairs.
- Completed scheduled and unscheduled safety and performance assessments.
Tactical Boat Crew/Engineer
United Sates Coast Guard
Juneau, AK
09.2014 - 10.2016
- Performed tasks such as mooring, line handling, nav rules adherence, and charting.
- Conducted maintenance and repairs on various small boat systems.
- Performed detailed checks on instruments aboard Coast Guard vessels.
- Enforced federal laws to maintain public safety.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Aviation Maintenance Management
Embrey Riddle Aeronautical University
Daytona Beach, FL08-2026
Some College (No Degree) - Airframe And Powerplant Technical School
South Seattle Community College
Seattle, WA12.2023
Certificate - Commercial Diver
Divers Institute of Technology
Seattle, WA12.2021
Military Training - Aviation Maintenance
A-school
Elizabeth City, NC05.2017
Skills
- Technical Troubleshooting
- Detail-Oriented
- Maintenance & Repair
- Understanding Technical Specifications
- Maintenance Quality Assurance
- Problem resolution
Certifications
ADCI entry level tender/diver international endorsement EXP. 12/2024
DCBC unrestricted surface supplied diver / occupational scuba endorsement EXP. 12/2024
Qualified rigger API 2D (RP2D) (REV7) EXP. 12/2025
Level 1 liquid penetrant NDT ISS. 12/2021
Level 2 magnetic particle NDT ISS. 12/2021
Kirby Morgan hat user and operator EXP. 12/2024
NAUI Open water SCUBA EXP. 12/2024
TWIC EXP. 2026
OSHA-10 ISS. 12/2021
Washington State Boaters License ISS. 01/2022
Class-A license/Hazmat endorsement EXP.04/2025
References
ADAM WITCRAFT- 737 Preflight Quality Manager (425-919-2193) adam.p.witcraft2@boeing.com
BRIAN MCCAFFERY-Aviation Maintenance Tech. Senior Chief (E-8) (856) 981-9751 bkmCcaffery@gmail.com
BRYAN THECKSTON- K9 handler, sergeant-Port of Seattle police. (253) 227-8954
Timeline
Aviation Maintenance Quality Assurance
Boeing
01.2024 - Current
Hyperbaric Chamber Operator/Hyperbaric Maintenance
Ballard Marine Construction
12.2021 - 12.2023
Field Service Technician
WISErg
10.2020 - 12.2021
Aviation Maintenance Technician
United States Coast Guard
05.2017 - 09.2020
Tactical Boat Crew/Engineer
United Sates Coast Guard
09.2014 - 10.2016
Bachelor of Science - Aviation Maintenance Management
Embrey Riddle Aeronautical University
Some College (No Degree) - Airframe And Powerplant Technical School
South Seattle Community College
Certificate - Commercial Diver
Divers Institute of Technology
Military Training - Aviation Maintenance
A-school
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