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Casey Fortune

Holly Ridge,NC

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Avionics Manager

Modern Aviation
Wilmington, NC
10.2023 - Current
  • Manage avionics projects from inception to completion, including budgeting, resource allocation, and scheduling.
  • Provide leadership, technical expertise and guidance while performing various operational and functional tests, and repairs of avionics.
  • Develop and execute strategic plans for avionics system upgrades, enhancements, and fleet modernization initiatives.
  • Evaluate emerging technologies and industry trends to make informed decisions regarding equipment procurement and system integration.
  • Cultivate strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and regulatory authorities to ensure customer satisfaction and regulatory compliance.

Avionics Lead

Modern Aviation
Wilmington, NC
09.2022 - 10.2023
  • Coordinated with other maintenance departments to ensure timely completion of scheduled maintenance and repairs, minimizing downtime for aircraft and maximizing fleet readiness.
  • Developed and implemented new procedures and techniques for avionics maintenance and repair, increasing efficiency and effectiveness of the team.
  • Maintained accurate records of all maintenance and repairs performed on avionics systems, ensuring compliance with regulatory and company requirements.
  • Provided technical guidance and support to other departments and personnel on avionics-related issues, ensuring their compliance with safety and quality standards.
  • Coordinated with vendors and suppliers to ensure availability of necessary parts and equipment for avionics maintenance and repair.
  • Participated in safety meetings and audits, ensuring compliance with safety policies and procedures related to avionics maintenance and repair.

Avionics Installation Technician

Bevan Aviation
Wichita, KS
12.2015 - 09.2022
  • Managed Garmin G5000 installations on Beechcraft Beechjet 400/400A and Cessna Citation Excel/XLS.
  • Obtained a Federal Aviation Administration Repairman certificate.
  • Repaired equipment with new parts and replace inoperable items.
  • Traveled to various sites to perform maintenance on failed equipment.
  • Conducted routine maintenance in alignment with established preventive protocols.
  • Performed removal, design, fabricate, and installation of aircraft panels.
  • Manufactured and installation of various antenna doublers.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction ratings by efficiently resolving technical, on-site and account issues.
  • Performed FAR 91.411 and FAR 91.413 certifications on aircrafts.
  • Inspected, serviced, repaired and troubleshot aircraft avionics and related systems.
  • Experienced in fabrication of harnesses, installation and troubleshooting of Bendix/King, Collins, Aspen, L3 Technologies, Appareo, Genesys Aerosystems, Avidyne, PS Engineering, J.P. Instruments, Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics and all GARMIN equipment.
  • Managed and monitored different small to medium scale installations in schedule and budget.
  • Performed job tasks while complying with company's safety procedures and guidelines.
  • Managed technicians while leading and delegating job assignments, tracking project statuses and resolving issues to maximize productivity.
  • Kept up-to-date on knowledge by participating in numerous training classes each year.
  • Removal of aircraft parts such as engines, pumps and landing gear.

Aircraft Starter Generator Overhaul Technician

Amtek B&S Aircraft
Wichita, KS
08.2013 - 12.2015
  • Carried out scheduled and performed routine maintenance on small and large generators.
  • Recorded information to document repairs, maintenance and tests performed.
  • Assembly of aircraft AC/DC generators.
  • Performed functional tests for starter generators.
  • Evaluated and repaired faulty equipment.

Education

Avionics Technology Technical Certificate - Avionics Maintenance Technology

Wichita Area Technical College
Wichita, KS
05.2013

Timeline

Avionics Manager

Modern Aviation
10.2023 - Current

Avionics Lead

Modern Aviation
09.2022 - 10.2023

Avionics Installation Technician

Bevan Aviation
12.2015 - 09.2022

Aircraft Starter Generator Overhaul Technician

Amtek B&S Aircraft
08.2013 - 12.2015

Avionics Technology Technical Certificate - Avionics Maintenance Technology

Wichita Area Technical College

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