Charles Henderson
Fairburn,GA
Summary
Aviation Maintenance Technician/Quality Inspector & Wind Turbine Technician seeks a permanent position with new challenges and opportunities for professional growth and advancement. Brings knowledge 25 years of experience in aviation maintenance with expertise in repair and maintenance of flight controls, engine changes, flight control rigging, landing gear, structural repairs, composite repairs & parts fabrication, Live TV installations, Wi-Fi Installations and IFE systems. 6 years experience in wind turbine electrical, mechanical, SCADA & fiber optics, gearbox & generator changes and hydraulic systems.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Engineering Technician 4 - QCA/Rework Technician
Applied Materials
Austin, TX
12.2023 - Current
- Duties are the same as the previous employer below. I transferred over from contract to regular full-time employee.
Engineering Technician 3 - QCA/Rework Technician
Applied Materials (Adecco Staffing) - Contract
Austin, TX
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Troubleshot mechanical issues related to production process flow.
- Inspected components for conformance with specified quality standards prior to shipment.
- Replaced defective components or parts as needed.
- Reviewed technical manuals and other documents related to product operation and maintenance requirements.
- Participated in training to maintain technical expertise and proficiency on applicable equipment.
- Disassembled and repaired damaged sections and fabricated replacements.
- Used bolts, rivets and screws to fasten parts.
- Inspected and validated repairs before delivery.
Quality Control Inspector
AeroJet (Strom Engineering Corporation) - Contract
East Camden, AR
02.2022 - 01.2023
- Assessed materials, parts and products for conformance with quality control requirements and production specifications.
- Performed detailed inspections on rocket motor components and assemblies.
- Trained newly hired employees by explaining company procedures and job duties.
- Examined products and materials for defects or deviations to remove or discard non-conforming items.
- Reviewed drawings and blueprints to complete inspection at appropriate levels.
- Inspected, tested and measured materials, products and installations against specifications.
- Completed evaluations by properly using various gauges, tools and equipment.
Line Maintenance Technician
FEAM (Loyal Source Government Services) - Contract
Austin, TX
10.2021 - 02.2022
- Performed troubleshooting procedures to find root causes of faults.
- Performed maintenance services such as lubricating components.
- Removed aircraft parts such as engines, pumps and landing gear.
- Researched, read and interpreted technical manuals and guidelines before inspections, installations and repairs.
- Recorded maintenance performance in aircraft logbooks and completed other paperwork requirements.
- Aircrafts: B737-800, B767-200 & B767-300
Mechanical Pre-Comm Inspector
Amazon (OtterBase) - Contract
Albuquerque, NM
06.2021 - 10.2021
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of inspection techniques, codes, ordinances and regulations.
- Read and interpreted drawings and assessed construction against plans.
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
- Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
Alarm Installation Technician
Safe Haven Security Services
Austin, TX
01.2021 - 06.2021
- Connected and set up control panels and alarm components.
- Examined and tested electrical systems to locate loose connections or other faults and make proactive repairs.
- Achieved proper alarm operation by testing hardware, connections and signals.
- Met with clients to discuss security features, needs and service costs.
- Tracked material and equipment inventory, upkeep and maintenance.
- Input information from customer calls and onsite service visits into company's system.
Maintenance Quality Control Inspector
Mesa Airlines
Houston, TX
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Performed assigned inspection functions in accordance with Company general procedures and other Company manuals to ensure aircraft are airworthy and serviceable.
- Performed assigned inspection functions, to ensure company aircraft are inspected to the prescribed standard of airworthiness and serviceability.
- Reviewed AMLs and DDLs for all Pilot reports and Deferred Maintenance items that are to be corrected by maintenance staff.
- Audited AMLs prior to removal of white copy.
- Reviewed NRJCs for deferred maintenance items that are to be corrected by maintenance staff.
- Certified aircraft airworthiness (with regard to work performed) after an inspection by signing the aircraft airworthiness release in the AML.
- Participating member of the MMRB.
- Reviewed all associated documentation utilized for aircraft inspections to ensure proper completion of all entries.
- In addition to routine inspection duties, I performed receiving inspections of materials and/or equipment.
- Performed other duties as assigned by the Manager of Quality Control.
Quality Inspector
Bombardier (JSG) - Contract
Red Oak, TX
04.2019 - 11.2019
- Inspected new build aircraft wings for Global 7500 aircraft.
- Documented, filed and maintained proper inspection records and quality assurance documents.
- Assessed finished items for defects and ordered reworks to eliminate irregularities.
- Inspected quality of finished products, making minor repairs to meet project expectations.
Quality Inspector
Zodiac Seats (Launch Workforce) - Contract
Gainesville, TX
10.2018 - 01.2019
- Inspected new built 1 class seats for various airlines.
- Inspected, tested and measured materials, products and installations against specifications.
- Followed industry standards and manufacturer instructions to calibrate measurement tools.
- Assessed finished items for defects and ordered reworks to eliminate irregularities. Notified supervisors about production problems and helped identify and correct concerns.
Quality Inspector/Aircraft Structures B-737
Spirit AeroSystems (PMG) - Contract
Wichita, KS
04.2018 - 10.2018
- Performed inspections on Boeing 737NG, Boeing 737 Max 8 & Max 9, Boeing P8 Poseidon aircraft fuselage during integration and final build process.
- Maintained and generated non-conformance documentation during the inspection cycle.
- Analyzed and interpreted blueprints, data and manuals to determine precise specifications.
Lead A&P Mechanic
Aviation Concepts Inc. - (Contract)
Rome, NY
01.2018 - 03.2018
- Boeing 777-200LR disassembled for parts.
Transportation Supervisor/Transit Bus Operator
MV Transportation
Austin, TX
03.2017 - 11.2019
- Worked with dispatchers to solve service related challenges/tooked direction from BOC when dispatched to respond to a situation or operate a coach if needed.
- Perform spot checks on operators and Road Supervisors. Inspects vehicles for cleanliness and policy compliance - reporting ALL violations and discrepancies.
- Worked with Detour Supervisors to ensure reporting is timely and accurate.
Assists Operations Managers (as a witness) when issuing disciplinary action.
Coach operators on DriveCam events. - Responded to and accurately document emergency situations/incidents/injuries-reporting.
- Monitored daily operations and performed safety audits to check that staff followed administrative policies and regulations.
Inspector
UTC Aerospace (PMG) - Contract
Vergennes, VT
07.2016 - 02.2017
- Performed testing & final inspection of fuel tank probes for Boeing 737, P-8, Boeing 767 Classic, Boeing 747, Boeing 787 Dreamliner, Boeing F-18, Lockheed Martin JSF, Airbus A-320, Airbus A-330, Airbus A-340 & Airbus A-380.
- Generated detailed reports outlining inspection and testing results.
- Participated in training to strengthen and develop inspector competencies.
- Rejected products and materials failing to meet expectations.
Composite Technician
Triumph Aerospace Systems (Strom Engineering) - Contract
Spokane, WA
06.2016 - 07.2016
- Fabricated composite aircraft distribution ducts using carbon fiber pre-preg materials for Boeing 747-8 and Boeing 787 Dreamliner.
- Fabricated molds and tooling for composites parts using a variety of materials.
- Inspected parts throughout production process to ensure quality standards were met.
- Trained other technicians on proper handling of composite materials and tools used in fabrication process.
- Utilized hand tools such as grinders, drills, saws, routers, sanders to shape and cut composites materials.
Education
Certificate of Graduation - Aviation Maintenance Technology
Rice Aviation
02-1997
Skills
- Safety-oriented
- Superior communication skills
- Global traveler
- Adaptable
- Organized
- Valid US passport
- Team player
- Conflict resolution
- Excellent judgment
- Fast learner
- Manufacturing test methodologies
- Strong mechanical aptitude
Timeline
Engineering Technician 4 - QCA/Rework Technician
Applied Materials
12.2023 - Current
Engineering Technician 3 - QCA/Rework Technician
Applied Materials (Adecco Staffing) - Contract
01.2023 - 12.2023
Quality Control Inspector
AeroJet (Strom Engineering Corporation) - Contract
02.2022 - 01.2023
Line Maintenance Technician
FEAM (Loyal Source Government Services) - Contract
10.2021 - 02.2022
Mechanical Pre-Comm Inspector
Amazon (OtterBase) - Contract
06.2021 - 10.2021
Alarm Installation Technician
Safe Haven Security Services
01.2021 - 06.2021
Maintenance Quality Control Inspector
Mesa Airlines
01.2020 - 12.2020
Quality Inspector
Bombardier (JSG) - Contract
04.2019 - 11.2019
Quality Inspector
Zodiac Seats (Launch Workforce) - Contract
10.2018 - 01.2019
Quality Inspector/Aircraft Structures B-737
Spirit AeroSystems (PMG) - Contract
04.2018 - 10.2018
Lead A&P Mechanic
Aviation Concepts Inc. - (Contract)
01.2018 - 03.2018
Transportation Supervisor/Transit Bus Operator
MV Transportation
03.2017 - 11.2019
Inspector
UTC Aerospace (PMG) - Contract
07.2016 - 02.2017
Composite Technician
Triumph Aerospace Systems (Strom Engineering) - Contract
06.2016 - 07.2016
Certificate of Graduation - Aviation Maintenance Technology
Rice Aviation
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