Christopher Himes
Puyallup,WA
Summary
Professional aircraft mechanic with deep expertise in structural maintenance, repair, and modification. Skilled in reading blueprints, using precision tools, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Strong focus on teamwork, consistently adaptable to evolving project demands. Known for reliability and delivering high-quality results under pressure.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Aircraft Structures Mechanic
Boeing
06.2019 - Current
- Led high-visibility 737 MAX storage reactivation project, leading flight-line team in executing critical out-of-sequence structural rework and implementing prototype modifications.
- Coordinated with Flight Test, Engineering, and Functional Test teams to remove/install experimental landing gear on first 737 MAX 10 aircraft.
- Spearheaded major structural rework as temporary BlueStreak, fabricating custom drill templates for precision back-drilling of 777 HSTAB and VFIN assemblies.
- Acted as primary liaison between engineering, quality and planning to optimize installation strategies for 777-9 tip and wedge work packages.
Inspector Integral Fuel Cell
Boeing
06.2022 - 01.2023
- Led comprehensive inspections of 737 MAX and P-8 assemblies, sub-assemblies, wire bundles, hydraulic lines, and fuel cells.
- Oversaw functional testing verification of hydraulic, electrical, and flight control systems, ensuring compliance with quality standards in high-volume assembly operations.
- Promoted to 97110 Aviation Maintenance Technician and Inspector, facilitating preflight operations for year-end 737 MAX deliveries.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to address non-conformances and implement corrective actions.
- Utilized inspection tools and equipment to perform precise measurements and assessments of materials.
Brake & Alignment Technician
Les Schwab Tire Centers
06.2005 - 06.2019
- Delivered full-scope maintenance, repair, and rebuild of automotive suspension, tire/wheel assemblies, hydraulic brake systems, sensors, and batteries for large commercial fleets.
- Managed customer fleet maintenance programs and provided 24/7 emergency road service (on-call, 1-ton service truck) in hazardous environments including highways, mining/logging sites, military bases, and jobsites.
- Inspected/diagnosed/rebuilt collision-damaged front ends, suspension, and steering while maintaining exceptional customer communication.
Education
High School Diploma -
White River High School
01-2004
Skills
- 20 years of progressive hands-on mechanical expertise
- Proficient with Boeing Systems: CMES REDARS AMM IVT MBF CATIA
- Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement & cross-functional collaboration
- Hand tool proficiency
- Power tool operation
- Strong communication skills
- Hydraulic systems
- Electrical systems
- Composite materials
- Aircraft blueprint interpretation
- Structural repair expertise
- Precision measurement proficiency
Certification
- Scissor Lift & Forklift Certified
- TIA Certification
- MSHA Certification
- ASE A5 Brake System Certification
- ASE A4 Suspension & Steering Certification
CONTACT
- Address: Puyallup, WA 98374
- Phone: (253) 341-6108
- Email: Chimes1986@gmail.com
Timeline
Inspector Integral Fuel Cell
Boeing
06.2022 - 01.2023
Aircraft Structures Mechanic
Boeing
06.2019 - Current
Brake & Alignment Technician
Les Schwab Tire Centers
06.2005 - 06.2019
High School Diploma -
White River High School