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Donald Berry

Seaside,OR

Summary

Reliable and self-motivated Aviation Maintenance Manager with over two decades of experience in both civilian and military sectors. Known for visionary leadership in managing large teams and ensuring high aircraft availability. Experienced Helicopter Aircrewman & Hoist Operator with over 2300 Flt Hrs performing complex SAR & Harbor Pilot Transfer operations. Expertise in quality assurance, inventory management, and maintenance planning, with a commitment to enhancing operational efficiency through innovative maintenance solutions. Committed to maintaining safety in all daily tasks, with a proven track record in servicing Sikorsky HH-60J, MH-60T & S-92, Bell 412, Leonardo AW-109SP, King Air 350 ER, and Pilatus PC-24 aircraft.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Base Maintenance Manager & Hoist Operator

Brim Aviation
09.2022 - Current
  • Directed all maintenance activities and managed a team of seven A&P/Hoist Operators, fostering a collaborative work environment to ensure the delivery of high-quality maintenance services while prioritizing safety.
  • Prioritized adherence to federal aviation regulations by meticulously keeping track of all maintenance tasks, ensuring that every document and record was accurate and up to date.
  • Established strong partnerships with the local FAA FSDO and PMI/PAI, creating a collaborative environment that ensured full compliance during all Part 135 surveillance audits.
  • Streamlined parts inventory by identifying essential items and establishing stock levels based on usage patterns.
  • Improved equipment reliability by implementing a preventive maintenance program and managing repair schedules to maximize aircraft availability for operational commitments.
  • Developed comprehensive training programs for new hires, ensuring consistent quality across the team.
  • Managed the department's budget planning to ensure optimal resource allocation while minimizing expenses.
  • Collaborated with Leonardo Engineering to implement design modifications to enhance the performance and reliability of the aircraft.
  • Maintained open lines of communication with pilots to address their concerns about aircraft maintenance, fostering a relationship built on trust and confidence.
  • Established strong relationships with Leonardo and other vendors to ensure parts and services were delivered on time and within budget.

Aviation Maintenance Technician & SAR Aircrewman

North Slope Borough SAR
02.2022 - 09.2022
    • Conducted inspections of aircraft systems and components to ensure operational readiness and compliance with standards for the following SAR aircraft: King Air 350ER, Bell 412, Pilatus PC-24, and Sikorsky S-92.
    • Aircrewman for Helicopter SAR operations, coordinated with the team to maximize mission efficiency.
    • Executed Search and Rescue (SAR) and Medical Evacuation (MEDVAC) operations across 95,000 square miles, achieving successful mission outcomes in extreme weather conditions.

Maintenance Program Manager / Maintenance Chief

USCG Air Station Astoria
07.2018 - 02.2022
    • Managed & planned scheduled maintenance outages as part of a preventive maintenance program on three MH-60T Helicopters while supporting 2200 annual flight hours with an alert aircraft availability rating above 98%.
    • Supervise the daily operation of 3 maintenance shifts consisting of 48 maintenance technicians. Determine schedules/assignments based on work priority, part availability, skill of personnel, & aircraft operational demands.
    • Approve/Release aircraft for Return To Service following grounding discrepancies & major maintenance cycles.
    • Maintain aircraft data systems and documented aircraft maintenance and services in electronic systems.
    • Responsible for over $100 million dollars worth of aircraft, ground support equipment, tools, and parts.
    • Quality Assurance (QA) department Chief, oversee all QA inspections, reported directly to Engineering Officer.

Aviation Maintenance Technician & Aircrewman

USCG Airstations: Kodiak,Cape Cod, Astoria, Sitka
06.2003 - 07.2018
  • Responsible for the Troubleshooting, Inspection and Repair of HH-60J & MH-60T helicopter systems and related equipment. MH-60T Flight Mechanic (hoist operator) & Aircrew Instructor/Flight Examiner, accumulated 2144 accident free flying hours performing USCG SAR operations.
  • Performed scheduled phase maintenance inspections/repair on assigned aircraft: airframe, electrical, powertrain, flight control and rotor systems. Check installed components for proper operation and conformity.
  • Responsible for day-to-day maintenance of helicopters, including preflight, thru-flight, post-flight, special inspections, servicing & unscheduled maintenance.
  • Rigged flight control systems, tracked/balanced rotor systems & completed in-flight system vibration surveys.
  • Quality Assurance inspector oversaw inspections & repairs, performed ground run-up and test flight evaluations.
  • Deployed as Plane Captain to remote Forward Operating Locations acting a lead maintenance representation.
  • Computed aircraft Weight & Balance using AWBS for different load conditions and missions.
  • HH-60J/MH-60T Aircrewman and Hoist Operator accumulated 2144 total & 264 Night (NVG) Flt Hrs while performing USCG SAR operations. Conducted 2137 Hoist Operations including Rescue Swimmer deployments.
  • Skilled/Trained in Night Vision Google (NVG), Over Water, Inland & Urban Search & Rescue (SAR) operations.
  • Flight Qualifications: Direct Deployment Vertical Surface (cliff rescues), External Load Operations, Vertical Insertion (fast-rope), Elector-Optical Infrared Senor System (ESS) Operator & Left-Seat Ground-Turn Operations.
  • Aircrewman & Hoist Operator Instructor & Flight Examiner, provided 181 Instructor Flights completing over 450 Hours of inflight instruction. Served as Chairman of Enlisted Flight Examining Board & Head of Training Division providing initial hoist operator and aircraft conning training to new Flight Mechanic trainees.
  • Maintenance Resource Management (MRM) & Crew Resource Management (CRM) Facilitator (instructor) provided yearly training to maintainers & aircrew.

Education

Airframe & Powerplant Certificate

Federal Aviation Administration

USCG Senior Leadership And Management School

USCG Chief Petty Officer Academy

Aviation Maintenance Technician

Spartan College of Aeronautics And Technology
Tulsa, OK

FJ44-4A-QPM Factory Line Maintenance Training

Williams International

AW-109E,S,SP Maintenance Type Training B1.3

Leonardo Training Academy
Sesto Calende, Italy

Training

  • USCG Advanced Helicopter Rescue School graduate (Advanced Hoist Training in High Seas, Vertical Surface, Swift Water and Urban SAR settings.
  • NTSB Advanced Mishap Analysis and Recreation course.
  • Maintenance Resource Management (MRM) Facilitator (instructor) course.
  • USN Aircrew Crew Resource Management (CRM) Facilitator (instructor) course.
  • Sensor/C4ISR System Operator (FLIR/EOIR) course.
  • USCG Nondestructive Inspection (NDI) Level 2 inspector in Eddy Current, Ultrasonic, Fluorescent Penetrant & Magnetic Particle.
  • USCG Advanced Structural Repair school.
  • USAF Advanced Composite Repair school.
  • Aircraft Rescue & Firefighting (ARRF) course (Big Bend Community College).
  • USCG MH-60T Airframe & Powertrain training course (C-School).
  • USCG Honeywell ADVMS operator course (Helicopter Track / Balance & Vibration Analysis)
  • Lockheed Martin Automated Weight & Balance System (AWBS) Training course.
  • Naval Aviation Water Survival course (Dunker & Egress), completed course four times total(once every 6 years).
  • Instructor/Facilitator, Method of Instruction & Public Speaking Course.


Timeline

Base Maintenance Manager & Hoist Operator

Brim Aviation
09.2022 - Current

Aviation Maintenance Technician & SAR Aircrewman

North Slope Borough SAR
02.2022 - 09.2022

Maintenance Program Manager / Maintenance Chief

USCG Air Station Astoria
07.2018 - 02.2022

Aviation Maintenance Technician & Aircrewman

USCG Airstations: Kodiak,Cape Cod, Astoria, Sitka
06.2003 - 07.2018

USCG Senior Leadership And Management School

USCG Chief Petty Officer Academy

Aviation Maintenance Technician

Spartan College of Aeronautics And Technology

Airframe & Powerplant Certificate

Federal Aviation Administration

FJ44-4A-QPM Factory Line Maintenance Training

Williams International

AW-109E,S,SP Maintenance Type Training B1.3

Leonardo Training Academy

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