Danny Smothers
Satellite Beach,FL
Summary
Aircraft technician with extensive experience in engineering and maintenance, specializing in inspection, repair, and quality assurance. Demonstrated success in leading teams to achieve compliance with safety standards and manage complex projects efficiently, delivering results for diverse clients.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
A&P Technician, Crew Chief, Chief Inspector, Facility Manager
Aircraft on Ground Inc
01.2003 - Current
- Performed, inspected, and managed all aspects of Boeing 737 winglet modification.
- Oversaw incoming and return to service inspections, ensuring compliance and safety standards.
- Examine and inspect engines and engine components for cracks, breaks, or leaks.
- Repair, replace, and rebuild aircraft structures: wings, fuselage, rigging, and hydraulic units.
- Modify aircraft structures, systems, and components from drawings and engineering orders.
- Read/interpret technical manuals to define feasibility and method of replacing faulty components.
- Led crews to deliver quality work on schedule while maintaining cost-effectiveness for customers.
- Managed customer relations from initial contact to job completion, ensuring satisfaction and project profitability.
- Oversee all corporate, customer, and FAA-mandated training of facility employees.
A&P Mechanic
PEMCO World Air Service
Tampa, Florida
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Exceptionally skilled in Boeing emergency escape slide qualified installation and rigging.
- Proficient in passenger door removal and installation.
- Rigged and adjusted doors to enhance safety and operational efficiency.
- Expert in door modifications and fabrication, following blueprints and engineer orders.
- Conducted mechanical operational checks to pinpoint parts for removal and replacement.
- Inspected incoming passenger doors and hanger floor to ensure timely delivery.
Fuel System Mechanic, Crew Chief
Floats and Fuel Cell Services
01.1995 - 01.2003
- Led and trained mechanic crews of 3-9 in maintenance and repair of structural and fuel system components, improving team efficiency.
- Accomplished fuel tank refurbishment complete de-seal/reseal in providing a leak-free aircraft.
- Executed leak path analyses and repair on AOG aircraft, ensuring operational readiness.
- Diagnosed and repaired fuel quantity systems, including fuel bladders, enhancing reliability.
- Performed sheet metal repairs with wing doublers’ removal and replacement in heavy check locations.
- Maintained paper and logbook entries per FAA regulations.
Skills
- Aircraft Maintenance
- Aircraft Systems Design
- Aircraft Safety Regulations
- Maintenance diagnosis
- Equipment Installation
- Aircraft Wiring
- Wiring diagram comprehension
- Reading Blueprints
- Aircraft technology understanding
- Instruction adherence
- Verbal Communication
- Written Communication
Certification
FAA Airframe & Powerplant license, current
Qualifications Strengths
- Experienced on over 20 aircraft: Boeing 717, 727, 737, 747, 757, 767, 777, C17; McDonnell Douglas MD10, MD11; Douglas Company DC8, DC9, DC10; Lockheed C130 & Cessna; Hawker, and Beechcraft
- Uncommon ability to diagnosis the type of maintenance needed on machines.
- Deep knowledge of machines, equipment installation, and aircraft wiring to industry standards
- Strong understanding of the design, use, repair, and maintenance of machines and tools.
- In-depth knowledge of technology related to all facets of aircraft.
- Expertise in reading and understanding blueprints and aircraft wiring diagrams.
- Stellar verbal and written communications skills and following instructions.
Timeline
A&P Mechanic
PEMCO World Air Service
01.2010 - 01.2012
A&P Technician, Crew Chief, Chief Inspector, Facility Manager
Aircraft on Ground Inc
01.2003 - Current
Fuel System Mechanic, Crew Chief
Floats and Fuel Cell Services
01.1995 - 01.2003