Jordan Alexander
American Airlines
Grand Prairie,TX
1
Certification
16
years of professional experience
FAA-Certified Airframe & Powerplant Mechanic and QC Inspector specializing in Borescope Inspections for V2500, LEAP, CFM, GE90, and Trent engines. Led highest-volume inspection base with over 900 annual scopes, combining hands-on maintenance expertise with QC authority to deliver technically sound repair decisions. Holds NDT Level I (PT/ET) and actively pursues Level II, supported by a background in USAF Aircraft Armament maintenance and troubleshooting.
Professional in quality assurance with strong skills in inspection, testing, and process optimization. Known for ensuring standards compliance and improving product consistency through collaboration and adaptability. Possess keen attention to detail, excellent problem-solving abilities, and commitment to team success. Reliable and flexible, consistently delivering high-quality results amidst changing requirements.
Work History
Quality Control Inspector
4 Years 8 Months- Department performs over 900 inspections annually at my base, making it the highest-volume inspection location within American Airlines' QC network.
- Detect early-stage HPT blade distress, compressor rub, and FOD — reducing unscheduled engine pulls by 12% year-over-year.
- Borescope Inspections using G&E MENTOR equipment across V2500, LEAP-1A/B, CFM56-7B, GE90, and Trent 700/800 powerplants — covering the full commercial fleet.
- Translated technical data and damage criteria to assess borescope imagery, leading to informed repair decisions.
- Signed off on maintenance releases and NDT findings (PT/ET Level I), maintaining 100% compliance with FAR Part 145 and OEM SB standards, resulting in zero audit findings.
- Trained incoming inspectors on borescope probe handling, photo-documentation standards, and defect classification according to AA internal quality procedures, enhancing inspection readiness.
- Conducted thorough inspections of aircraft components to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Identified and documented discrepancies in materials and processes, driving corrective actions for quality assurance.
Overhaul & Line Service Technician
3 Years- Executed systems overhaul and maintenance at Tulsa Overhaul Base, ensuring compliance with FAA standards.
- Assisted Oasis Modification crew in upgrading narrow body aircraft for increased passenger capacity. — Helping revamp narrow body Aircraft to carry more passengers with modern details.
- Specialized in extending titanium seat rails to accommodate six additional seats in narrow body aircraft. adding 6 seats to every narrow body
- Titanium seat Rail extension specialty adding 6 seats to every narrow body
- Oasis Modification crew — Helping revamp narrow body Aircraft to carry more passengers with modern details.
- Conducted pre-flight inspections to verify equipment functionality and safety standards.
Aircraft Weapons Load Team Member
4 Years 2 Months- Troubleshot cockpit to airframe to weapon interface, resolving issues in electrical, signal, power, and connection systems to ensure operational readiness.
- Operated ground support equipment for weapons loading, storage, transportation, and aircraft ground power supply to maintain mission capabilities.
- Interpreted maintenance manuals, blueprints, schematics, and drawings for load and repair operations.
- Handled emergencies and failures with immediate response per established procedures.
- Interpreted maintenance manuals, blueprints, schematics, and drawings for load and repair operations, facilitating accurate and efficient task execution.
- Collaborated with diverse teams to execute mission objectives effectively and efficiently.
Skills
Inspection & NDT: Borescope (G&E MENTOR)
NDT Level I — Penetrant Testing (PT) & Eddy Current (ET)
Engine Trend Monitoring
Vibration Analysis
Thermal Damage Assessment
Regulatory & Compliance: FAR Part 145 / Part 65
Airworthiness Directives (ADs)
OEM Service Bulletins (CFM/GE/RR/IAE)
FAA 8130-3 Documentation
Quality Audit Readiness
Quality control
Visual inspection
Product inspection
Quality audit compliance
Regulatory compliance
5S
Certification
FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certification, NDT Level I — Penetrant Testing (PT) and Eddy Current (ET) per NAS-410, Actively pursuing NDT Level II — expected completion Q1 2027
Timeline
Quality Control Inspector
American Airlines
01.2022 - CurrentRead More
Overhaul & Line Service Technician
American Airlines
01.2019 - 01.2022Read More
Aircraft Weapons Load Team Member
US Air Force
12.2010 - 02.2015Read More