John Dustin Eye
Morgantown,WV
Summary
Aviation professional with extensive experience at Mesa Airlines, excelling in aircraft system troubleshooting and regulatory compliance. Proven track record in leading teams to enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. Adept at executing preventive maintenance and managing parts procurement, ensuring timely aircraft readiness and adherence to safety standards.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
AOG Techician
EASW
Bridgeport, WV
03.2025 - Current
- Reviewed technical manuals and documents to ensure compliance with operational standards.
- Executed troubleshooting and repair of equipment per manufacturer specifications.
- Returned various corporate jets to service during AOG situations.
- Conducted preventive maintenance procedures following established schedules.
Dulles Aircraft Maintenance Base Manager
Mesa Airlines
Dulles, VA
12.2023 - 03.2025
- Managed six shifts of mechanics, ensuring readiness for timely aircraft departures and arrivals.
- Ensured compliance with FAA and OSHA standards by implementing necessary changes following audits.
- Facilitated partner meetings with United to enhance on-time performance metrics.
- Collaborated across departments to ensure adherence to deadlines and operational efficiency.
- Developed and implemented base safety policies and procedures.
- Resolved customer (United Airlines) complaints in a timely manner while ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Created detailed reports summarizing information related to base activities and submitted them to upper management regularly.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Dulles Lead Mechanic
Mesa Airlines
Dulles, VA
10.2018 - 12.2023
- Executed scheduled maintenance and troubleshooting for MELs and OOS aircraft during overnight shifts.
- Identified and procured necessary parts and tooling for all MELs and heavy maintenance tasks.
- Managed overnight workload effectively, ensuring availability of manpower, tools, and parts.
Dulles Mechanic
Mesa Airlines
Dulles, VA
12.2016 - 10.2023
- Recognized as a key troubleshooter for base operations.
- Executed numerous road trips to outstations for recovery of out-of-service AC units.
- Achieved general familiarity with all Mesa aircraft types, including RII and run taxi procedures.
A&P Mechanic
Airbourne Heavy Maintenance
Wilmington, OH
01.2015 - 12.2016
- Executed B767 aft pressure bulkhead replacement to enhance structural integrity.
- Completed engine and thrust reverser replacement on B767 aircraft.
- Assisted experienced sheet metal technicians with complex repair tasks.
- Conducted heavy C check operations on B767 to ensure regulatory compliance.
Auto Salesman
Harrisonburg Auto mall
Harrisonburg
04.2013 - 02.2015
- Performed car demonstrations, highlighting key information and features to make sure each customer found what they wanted within the customers budget.
- Arranged special order build for customers. Detailing different requirements and features to educate your customers so they have a good experience.
Education
Bachelor’s of Science - Aviation Maintaince & Management
Fairmont State University
Fairmont, WV09-2014
Skills
- Aircraft system troubleshooting
- Preventive maintenance
- Regulatory compliance
- Technical documentation
- Parts procurement
- Team leadership
- Run Taxi Clearance
References
- James Stewart, Senior Regional Manager, Mesa Airlines, 304-820-6745
- Jon Brooks, Maintenance Lead, Mesa Airlines, 724-600-6261
- Carl Hartman, Officer, U.S. Customs, 304-940-6618
- Trent Brown, Lead, Omni Air International, 937-661-5407
Awards And Acknowledgements
- CRJ 700 Gen Fam/ Run taxi / Rii
- ERJ 170/175 Gen Fam/ Run taxi/ Rii
- EMB 145 Gen Fam
- BOEING 737 Gen Fam/ Run Taxi
- B767 Gen Fam
Timeline
AOG Techician
EASW
03.2025 - Current
Dulles Aircraft Maintenance Base Manager
Mesa Airlines
12.2023 - 03.2025
Dulles Lead Mechanic
Mesa Airlines
10.2018 - 12.2023
Dulles Mechanic
Mesa Airlines
12.2016 - 10.2023
A&P Mechanic
Airbourne Heavy Maintenance
01.2015 - 12.2016
Auto Salesman
Harrisonburg Auto mall
04.2013 - 02.2015
Bachelor’s of Science - Aviation Maintaince & Management
Fairmont State University
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