Javier Tovar
Boca Raton,FL
Summary
With over 15 years of experience as a Licensed Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic and Quality Control Inspector, I have received comprehensive hands-on training in line, base, and MRO operations. My expertise encompasses inspection, removal, installation, assembly, disassembly, records documentation, and operational procedures for a wide range of aircraft, including B737, B747, B757, B767, B777, B787, A320, A380, and E190, as well as their respective engines and APU's. I possess the ability to consult, interpret, and apply technical drawings, manuals, specifications, procedures, and instructions to efficiently install, remove, and replace various components and modules associated with both engines and airframes. Additionally, I am well-versed in the utilization of all necessary forms and documents required to support maintenance services, including procedure manuals, FAR's, service bulletins, AD's, and maintenance manuals. As an experienced Quality Control Inspector, I am adept at conducting thorough inspections, assessments, and reporting on quality issues. My track record includes collaborating closely with production teams to identify and rectify negative trends, thereby driving significant improvements in overall production efficiency. Thank you for considering my qualifications. I am confident in my ability to contribute effectively to your team and look forward to the opportunity to discuss how I can support your organization's objectives
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Quality Control Inspector
Willis Lease Finance Corp.
07.2023 - Current
- Inspected incoming and outgoing Jet Engines for accuracy and quality.
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Demonstrated high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Improved product quality by conducting thorough inspections and identifying defects in timely manner.
- Trained and mentored junior inspection staff and interns to apply best practices and comply with quality control guidelines and regulations.
- Maintained compliance with industry regulations through meticulous record-keeping and documentation of inspection results.
- Recorded inspection and test results on data sheets.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
Engine Teardown Mechanic
Willis Lease Finance Corp.
04.2022 - 07.2023
- Implemented effective tools organization strategies within the workspace, promoting a clean working environment conducive to high productivity levels.
- Maintained orderly and safe work environment by enforcing tool control and FOD awareness, prevention, and safety.
- Optimized inventory management by accurately tracking parts usage and proactively ordering replacements when needed.
- Maintained safety standards by adhering to FAA regulations and company policies during routine maintenance and repairs.
- Assisted colleagues with technical guidance as needed, fostering a collaborative environment focused on shared success.
Quality Control Inspector
PRATT & WHITNEY GTF MRO
09.2019 - 04.2022
- Perform visual and dimensional inspections during the disassembly and assembly process of the corresponding modules, components, LLP's and accessories of the turbine engine delivered to the MRO
- Audit, review and monitor the traceability of all documents related to the engine and ensure that are updated, archived and recorded in order to meet the maintenance and quality requirements during the visit to the workshop for the fulfillment of scheduled maintenance
- Comply with applicable service bulletins and airworthiness directives, and make disposition decisions based on the applicability of those SBs and AD's
- Perform checkouts inspections in order to release the engine and/or engine modules and execute their airworthiness document FAA 8130
- Interact and work with the engineering department to successfully deliver the customer's engines to high quality standards.
- Enhanced production efficiency by implementing standardized inspection processes and procedures.
- Maintained compliance with industry regulations through meticulous record-keeping and documentation of inspection results.
- Investigated customer complaints related to product quality, working closely with manufacturing teams to resolve concerns swiftly.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing materials for accuracy and quality.
Quality Control Inspector
CTS ENGINES
11.2016 - 09.2019
- Read and understand maintenance manuals, AD's, service bulletins, and others specifications to determine the feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components
- Perform visual and dimensional inspections on turbine engines components, subassemblies and individual parts for abnormalities such as corrosion, cracks, wear, nick, dents, pitting, fretting
- Route and instruct the corrective action to the maintenance technicians
- Inspect engines and components for F.O.D, perform as necessary dimensional and visual inspection comply with approved data
- Perform receiving and shipping inventory of engine components, subassemblies and individual parts, teardown reports, assembly inspection and final inspection for airworthiness release on CF6-50/80A/80C2 engines.
Project Manager (A Checks)/Aircraft Mechanic
FLIGHT TECH WORLDWIDE CORP
01.2015 - 10.2017
- Ensure the highest quality service, safety standards and performance, with the objective of exceeding customer satisfaction in the re-delivery of airworthy, reliable and clean aircraft, in a timely manner
- Provide leadership and direction, ensuring high quality workmanship and on-time re-delivery of aircraft
- Secure commitment and accountability at all levels in execution of both work and accurate supporting documentation
- Elaborate Shift Handover instructions and Work Interruption logs with attention to detail
- Review daily personnel performance and progress on aircraft to determine if any alteration to the plan and schedule is necessary and to ensure that tasks are completed within budgeted time
- Ensure that tools and equipment are correctly used and handled by operations personnel for both safety and to reduce breakages, wear and tear
- Performs routine inspections, troubleshooting, operational test, remove, replace and install components, modules, parts and equipment on engines, APU's and aircraft system on Boeing 767 and engines as CF6-80, CFM56, RB211, Following manufacturer and company, manuals, procedures and specifications
- Accurately records time worked on a work order.
Lead Aircraft Mechanic
AMES-AIRBORNE MAINTENANCE
09.2014 - 09.2015
- Provide leadership and direction, ensuring high quality workmanship and on-time re-delivery of aircraft
- Secure commitment at all levels in execution of both work and accurate supporting documentation
- Performs routine inspections, troubleshooting, operational test, remove, replace and install components, modules, parts and equipment on engines, APU's and aircraft system on Boeing 767, 757 & 737and engines as CF6-80, CFM56 and RB211 Following manufacturer and company, manuals, procedures and specifications
- Operates all power tools and equipment necessary to accomplish job assignment
- Completes all required maintenance records
- Accurately records time worked on a work order
- Presents a clean and neat work area
- Performs other aircraft maintenance work as may be required
- Perform pre-flight, daily, service checks, A service check as required by the company.
Aircraft Mechanic
PROFESSIONAL AVIATION MNGT (LATAM Airlines)
02.2012 - 09.2014
- Performs routine inspections, troubleshooting, operational test, remove, replace and install components, modules, parts and equipment on engines, APU's and aircraft system on Boeing 767, 777 & 787 and engines as CF6-80, GE90, PW4000 and TRENT 1000 Following and company, manuals, procedures and specifications
- Operates all power tools and equipment necessary to accomplish job assignment
- Completes all required maintenance records
- Accurately records time worked on a work order
- Presents a clean and neat work area
- Performs other aircraft maintenance work as may be required
- Perform transit, daily, 100FH, 400FH checks as required by the company Performed ECO-friendly Engine Power Wash on CF6-80 and PW4000.
Aircraft Mechanic/In-flight Mechanic
EVERGREEN INTL. AIRLINES
02.2008 - 03.2013
- Performs routine inspections and troubleshooting, including airframe structures, engines, and aircraft system on Boeing 747 and engines as CF6-50/80 and JT9D
- Removal and disassembly of defective parts; assembly and installation of replacement parts; and testing aircraft systems
- Operates all power tools and equipment necessary to accomplish job assignment
- Completes all required maintenance records
- Presents a clean and neat work area
- Interprets technical manuals, drawings and blueprints
- Performs other aircraft maintenance work as may be required
- Performs varied additional duties as assigned such as In-flight maintenance technician.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering (online)
CUN-Corporacion Unificada Nacional
Bogota, Colombia06.2026
Associate of Science - Aviation Maintenance
Wilson Technological Center - Aviation Maintenance
Farmingdale, NY01.2010
High School Diploma -
Colegio Restrepo Millan - High School
Bogota, Colombia12.1992
Skills
- Inspection procedures
- Parts inspection
- Quality Control
- Inspection documentation
- Inspection and Testing Reports
- Powerplant Installation Procedures
- Drawing interpretation
- Engine Overhaul Techniques
- Technical Documentation Expertise
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
- Critical Thinking
- Jet Engine Maintenance
Certification
- Certified- FCC, Federal Communications Commission
- Licensed- FAA, (A&P) Federal Aviation Administration
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Quality Control Inspector
Willis Lease Finance Corp.
07.2023 - Current
Engine Teardown Mechanic
Willis Lease Finance Corp.
04.2022 - 07.2023
Quality Control Inspector
PRATT & WHITNEY GTF MRO
09.2019 - 04.2022
Quality Control Inspector
CTS ENGINES
11.2016 - 09.2019
Project Manager (A Checks)/Aircraft Mechanic
FLIGHT TECH WORLDWIDE CORP
01.2015 - 10.2017
Lead Aircraft Mechanic
AMES-AIRBORNE MAINTENANCE
09.2014 - 09.2015
Aircraft Mechanic
PROFESSIONAL AVIATION MNGT (LATAM Airlines)
02.2012 - 09.2014
Aircraft Mechanic/In-flight Mechanic
EVERGREEN INTL. AIRLINES
02.2008 - 03.2013
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering (online)
CUN-Corporacion Unificada Nacional
Associate of Science - Aviation Maintenance
Wilson Technological Center - Aviation Maintenance
High School Diploma -
Colegio Restrepo Millan - High School
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