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Jerry Ryan

Huntingdon Valley,PA

Summary

Detail-oriented Aircraft professional skilled in directing, monitoring and performing preventive and unscheduled aircraft maintenance. Thorough knowledge of standard industry hardware and materials with continuous drive for new knowledge. Skilled Aircraft Mechanic knowledgeable in all areas of fixed wing and rotary aircraft. Adept at performing in-process and final aircraft inspections with commitment to unfailing accuracy and safety. Meticulous A&P mechanic and avionics technician adept in multiple areas of aircraft maintenance and repair. Offering current FAA Airframe and Powerplant license and a proven history of delivering exceptional performance in aircraft maintenance roles. Highly skilled A&P mechanic with 20 plus years in aviation maintenance industry. Repaired and maintained aircraft engines, flight systems and avionics at large MRO facility. Exceptional technical skills and attention to detail leading to management and client satisfaction.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Aviation Instructor

Aviation Institute Of Maintenance
Philadelphia, PA
10.2022 - Current

* Instructor of avionic systems, electrical wiring systems and components, engine instruments, wood coverings and finishes, rigging and landing gear.

* Instruct and train a class of 25 students on various aircraft systems in order to obtain an FAA A&P license.

Boeing 767/777 Maintenance Instructor

Eastern LLC
Wayne, PA
08.2022 - 11.2022
  • Collaborated with colleagues and improved teaching practices through professional learning communities and student retention meetings.
  • Deployed technology and current research in instruction and monitored students' progress in use of online learning materials and technology.
  • Identified program successes and failures based on student assessments and course reviews.
  • Met training needs with well-organized, factual programs based on contemporary requirements.
  • Established goals for courses with organized outlines and detailed lessons.
  • Kept updated with developments in subject area curriculum, technical and career trends and teaching resources and methods.
  • Developed software content, study aids and handouts for industry professionals.

A&P Mechanic

Aeroair
Juneau, Alaska
03.2022 - 08.2022
  • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
  • Completed preventive maintenance and mechanical repairs on aircraft.

A&P Mechanic

Mecaer Aviation Group Incorporated
Bensalem, PA
11.2021 - 03.2022
  • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Maintained daily, legible FAA log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Completed preventive maintenance and mechanical repairs on helicopters.

A&P Mechanic

Launch Contract For Delta Airlines
Minneapolis, MN
08.2021 - 11.2021
  • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Maintained daily, legible FAA log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Completed preventive maintenance and mechanical repairs on aircraft.

A&P Mechanic

LAUNCH Technical Workforce Solutions, LLC
Portland, Maine
04.2022 - 08.2022
  • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
  • Maintained daily, legible FAA log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Completed preventive maintenance and mechanical repairs on aircraft.

A&P Mechanic

DynCorp International
Prince George County, Maryland
04.2020 - 05.2021

* Maintained top secret clearance.

* Worked on the flight line to inspect and repair aircraft.

* Worked on Gulfstream V, 550, 737 and 757.

* Worked on Presidential aircraft.

* Launched and recovered aircraft.

* Performed preventive maintenance, inspections, installations, general maintenance, repairs, replace/repair tires and brakes, perform Nav data updates to include troubleshooting aircraft writeups.

  • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.

A&P Mechanic

Boeing BAC Group 737 Max Recertification Preflight
Moses Lake, WA
10.2019 - 03.2020
  • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
  • Maintained active secret clearance to preform production installations, maintenance, preventative maintenance, alterations and quality assurance on aircraft , systems and sub-systems including avionics on standard or experimental certified aircraft.
  • Troubleshoot, inspect, test, repair and service aircraft and engine systems to prepare aircraft for flight.
  • Perform quality functions such as customer?FAA coordination, configuration change verification, conformity inspections, airworthiness inspections (including pre-flight and post-flight), corrective action and investigations.
  • Initiate and document any nonconforming materials, hardware, software, tools, parts, assemblies or portions thereof according to specifications, processes and procedures.
  • Perform aviation Maintenance Technician Inspector tasks in order to obtain and maintain knowledge, skills and required certifications.

A&P Mechanic

HSGI Contract For Dumont Group
New Castle, DE
03.2018 - 07.2019
  • AOG - Aircraft on ground Team Lead
  • A FAA Part 135 and Part 145 repair operation.
  • Performed quality inspections, servicing and maintenance of airframe systems and components in a timely, clean, safe and professional manner with no rework.
  • Inspect components for any signs of damage or defects and perform minor troubleshooting, function testing and repair of aircraft systems and components.
  • Consistency locate and use appropriate technical data and follow verbal instructions when accomplishing assigned maintenance tasks.
  • Remove and install aircraft subsystem assemblies and components according to aircraft maintenance manuals and specifications.
  • Disassembly of aircraft and visually inspect individual components for wear, damage or defects.
  • Participate in maintenance test flights and operation checks.
  • Complete all duties as assigned.

A&P Mechanic AOG- Aircraft on Ground Team Lead

Air Transport International
Wilmington, OH
11.2018 - 01.2019
  • Perform A&P maintenance, launch and recovery on B757 and B767 aircraft.
  • Receive aircraft and perform quick turns and troubleshooting utilizing time management.
  • ATI is a FAR Part 121 charter airline headquartered in Ohio but operates a worldwide fleet of Boeing 757 and 767 cargo and combination passenger aircraft.

A&P Mechanic

Premier Aviation
Rome, NY
04.2017 - 10.2017
  • Aviation Maintenance Technician and Inspector
  • Performed the inspection of Embraer 170 and Boeing 747.
  • Completed C Checks and heavy checks for RII Qualified part 145 maintenance.
  • Assisted with maintenance per assigned maintenance tasks.

Aviation Maintenance Technician and Inspector

CommutAir
Newark, NJ
02.2017 - 04.2017
  • Disassembled, repaired and reassembled engines.
  • Maintained up-to-date and accurate logs and permanent records.
  • Scheduled and completed maintenance according to or ahead of schedule.
  • Removed and installed aircraft subsystem assemblies such as engines, rotors, gearboxes, transmissions and mechanical flight controls.
  • Completed preventive and reparative maintenance on aircraft electronics and computer systems.
  • Recorded maintenance actions in aircraft logbooks.
  • Performed maintenance on company ERJ145 aircraft including dismantling, overhauling, repairing and assembling of all aircraft parts and components.
  • Performed routine releases for returning aircraft to service and completing all necessary paperwork in accordance with company, manufacturer and FAA requirements.

Senior Assembler

Veeco Instruments
Horsham, PA
10.2015 - 03.2016
  • Conducted quality assurance inspections on finished components and identified issues.
  • Completed durable assemblies and subassemblies with hand and power tools.
  • Assembled components with minimal supervision, exceeding expected project milestones.
  • Disassembled, reassembled and corrected changeover.
  • Checked position and alignment of each component to prevent errors and minimize materials waste.
  • Work closely with production and engineering teams to prepare components and facilitate electromechanical assemblies. This position is responsible for the final assembly of equipment tooling, fixtures, and devices. Our Senior Assemblers inspect, test, and adjust completed units to ensure that units meet specifications, tolerances, and customer order requirements.

A&P Mechanic and Avionics Technician and Inspector

Augusta Westland
Philadelphia, PA
11.2013 - 10.2015
  • Tested electrical aircraft systems, components and equipment for compliance with standards and to uncover any malfunctions.
  • Removed components such as landing gear, engines and flight control.
  • Completed quality assurance checks for service work and completed documentation outlining updates.
  • Repaired and installed wiring, connectors, control boxes antennas and other pieces.
  • Utilized testing equipment such as oscilloscopes, ammeters and ohmmeters.
  • Lubricated shafts, bearings and gears to maintain optimal performance.
  • Performed A&P/Avionics maintenance in a part 145 environment on AW119KX, AW109E, AW109SP, and AW139 aircrafts.
  • Performed installations of avionic components and wiring on aircraft.
  • Worked on Garmin1000 COBHAM troubleshooting Audio, Comm, DME, AMU and FCC.

Aviation Maintenance Technician and Inspector

HBC Contract For Beechcraft Corporation
Wilmington, DE
11.2013 - 03.2014
  • Maintained up-to-date and accurate logs and permanent records.
  • Disassembled, repaired and reassembled engines.
  • Scheduled and completed maintenance according to or ahead of schedule.
  • Removed and installed aircraft subsystem assemblies such as engines, rotors, gearboxes, transmissions and mechanical flight controls.
  • Completed preventive and reparative maintenance on aircraft electronics and computer systems.
  • Recorded maintenance actions in aircraft logbooks.
  • Documented all inspection and maintenance actions in aircraft forms, IMDS and FERMS.
  • Authorized service center that performs inspections on a broad range of services from basic maintenance on Barons and Bonanzas through heavy maintenance on King Airs, Beech jets and Hawkers.

FAA Part 147 Instructor

Aviation Institute Of Maintenance
Phladelphia, PA
11.2008 - 11.2013
  • Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
  • Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
  • Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
  • Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Maintained accurate and complete records for 25-40 students.
  • Performed as an instructor of avionics systems, electrical wiring systems and components, engine instruments, wood coverings and finishes, rigging and landing gear.
  • Trained a class of 25 students on the following maintenance: inspect, test, repair, maintain and service aircraft.
  • Read and interpret aircraft maintenance manuals and specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components.


A&P/Avionics Technician /Inspector General

Cape Airlines
Hyannis, MA
01.2007 - 11.2008
  • Completed preventive and reparative maintenance on aircraft electronics and computer systems.
  • Performed scheduled and unscheduled inspections to check flight readiness of aircraft.
  • Tested electrical aircraft systems, components and equipment for compliance with standards and to uncover any malfunctions.
  • Serviced electrical, pumps and air handling systems.
  • Removed components such as landing gear, engines and flight control.
  • Completed quality assurance checks for service work and completed documentation outlining updates.
  • Repaired and installed wiring, connectors, control boxes antennas and other pieces.
  • Performed thorough visual and physical inspections of all electrical parts.
  • Performed maintenance and repairs on 402 Cessna aircrafts.
  • Performed all maintenance in a part 119 environment.

Avionics Technician

Colgan Air Inc.
Manassas, VA
02.2006 - 12.2007
  • Performed scheduled and unscheduled inspections to check flight readiness of aircraft.
  • Completed preventive and reparative maintenance on aircraft electronics and computer systems.
  • Repaired and installed wiring, connectors, control boxes antennas and other pieces.
  • Utilized testing equipment such as oscilloscopes, ammeters and ohmmeters.
  • Tested electrical aircraft systems, components and equipment for compliance with standards and to uncover any malfunctions.
  • Diagnosed faults and developed resolution plans.
  • Performed thorough visual and physical inspections of all electrical parts.
  • Completed quality assurance checks for service work and completed documentation outlining updates.
  • Performed installations and repairs of avionics systems.
  • Read and interpret aircraft maintenance manuals and specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components on Beech1900D, De-Havilland-Canada DHC-8, Dash 8 and Saab 340.

Special Flight Mechanic/A&P/Avionics Technician /Inspector General

General Electric Company/NBC
Newburgh, NY
01.2000 - 01.2006
  • Maintained all aircraft in accordance with organizational maintenance requirements.
  • Documented all inspection and maintenance actions in aircraft forms, IMDS and FERMS.
  • Removed and installed aircraft subsystem assemblies such as engines, rotors, gearboxes, transmissions and mechanical flight controls.
  • Maintained repair logs to document all corrective and preventive aircraft maintenance.
  • Inspected all received aircraft parts to verify compliance with FAA regulations.
  • Completed preventive and reparative maintenance on aircraft electronics and computer systems.
  • Performed as a special flight mechanic/inspector in a part 91 environment.
  • Performed international and domestic repair and testing on avionics and electrical equipment primarily on Boeing 737-800, Gulfstream G4 604 and Challenger604.
  • Perform the inspection, maintenance, complex repairs, testing and troubleshooting of all fixed wing aircraft and it's avionics and electrical systems on Boeing-BBJ 737, C-604 and Gulfstream G-4.

A&P Mechanic/Inspector Part 145

Pratt & Whitney
East Hartford, CT
06.1995 - 01.2000
  • Maintained all aircraft in accordance with organizational maintenance requirements.
  • Documented all inspection and maintenance actions in aircraft forms, IMDS and FERMS.
  • Analyzed engineering drawings and schematics to troubleshoot systems and diagnose solutions.
  • Recorded maintenance actions in aircraft logbooks.
  • Maintained, repaired and rebuilt aircraft structures and fuel, electrical and oxygen systems.
  • Performed aircraft corrosion control procedures.
  • Maintained repair logs to document all corrective and preventive aircraft maintenance.
  • Manufacturing and servicing of aircraft engines, space propulsion systems and industrial gas turbines.
  • Military ISF professional with expertise in a wide range of functional areas including engineering operations, instrumentation and avionics.

Education

Associate of Science Degree in Aviation A&P - Aviation Maintence And Avionics.

East Coast Aero Technical School
Hanscom Airforce Base
08.1996 - 06.1998

Skills

    Special Aviation Training

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Special Aviation Training


  • Bombardier Montreal Training Center
  • Gulfstream GA Training Center
  • Augusta Westland Training Center - Philadelphia
  • Gen-Fam Inspection Embraer 170/190/145 and Boeing 767/787
  • Inspection RII inspector training
  • Challenger 604/605/CRJ200 initial type course, Challenger 604 Avionics Course- Rockwell course
  • Pro Line 4 Integrated avionics, General Electric CF34-38 turbofan engines, Honeywell GTCP-100 gas turbine auxiliary power unit.
  • Level 5 flight training device taxi and run-ups.
  • Boeing Seattle WA Training Center
  • Boeing Business Jer 737/700/800/900 Initial course, 737 avionics course, Rockwell Collins Series 900, avionics suite. General Electric CFM International CFM56-7 turbofan engine course

Timeline

Aviation Instructor

Aviation Institute Of Maintenance
10.2022 - Current

Boeing 767/777 Maintenance Instructor

Eastern LLC
08.2022 - 11.2022

A&P Mechanic

LAUNCH Technical Workforce Solutions, LLC
04.2022 - 08.2022

A&P Mechanic

Aeroair
03.2022 - 08.2022

A&P Mechanic

Mecaer Aviation Group Incorporated
11.2021 - 03.2022

A&P Mechanic

Launch Contract For Delta Airlines
08.2021 - 11.2021

A&P Mechanic

DynCorp International
04.2020 - 05.2021

A&P Mechanic

Boeing BAC Group 737 Max Recertification Preflight
10.2019 - 03.2020

A&P Mechanic AOG- Aircraft on Ground Team Lead

Air Transport International
11.2018 - 01.2019

A&P Mechanic

HSGI Contract For Dumont Group
03.2018 - 07.2019

A&P Mechanic

Premier Aviation
04.2017 - 10.2017

Aviation Maintenance Technician and Inspector

CommutAir
02.2017 - 04.2017

Senior Assembler

Veeco Instruments
10.2015 - 03.2016

A&P Mechanic and Avionics Technician and Inspector

Augusta Westland
11.2013 - 10.2015

Aviation Maintenance Technician and Inspector

HBC Contract For Beechcraft Corporation
11.2013 - 03.2014

FAA Part 147 Instructor

Aviation Institute Of Maintenance
11.2008 - 11.2013

A&P/Avionics Technician /Inspector General

Cape Airlines
01.2007 - 11.2008

Avionics Technician

Colgan Air Inc.
02.2006 - 12.2007

Special Flight Mechanic/A&P/Avionics Technician /Inspector General

General Electric Company/NBC
01.2000 - 01.2006

Associate of Science Degree in Aviation A&P - Aviation Maintence And Avionics.

East Coast Aero Technical School
08.1996 - 06.1998

A&P Mechanic/Inspector Part 145

Pratt & Whitney
06.1995 - 01.2000
Jerry Ryan