Juan vasquez
North Miami Beach
Summary
Dynamic aircraft project manager with extensive experience in project management, technical documentation, and inventory management. Adept at coordinating complex maintenance operations and training teams to ensure compliance with safety standards and efficiency in aircraft readiness.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Aircraft Maintenance Supervisor
American Airlines
Miami
10.2018 - Current
- Supervised aircraft maintenance teams to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Coordinated routine inspections and troubleshooting of aircraft systems.
- Managed inventory of parts and supplies to support timely maintenance operations.
- Trained and mentored junior technicians on best practices and safety protocols.
- Developed maintenance schedules to enhance aircraft availability and reliability.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to address technical issues and improvements.
- Performed scheduled maintenance checks according to manufacturer's specifications.
- Directed the activities of subordinate personnel in the execution of assigned tasks.
- Used manufacturers' documentation to determine necessity, feasibility and methods for replacing aircraft components.
- Coordinated with departments to ensure on-time and budget-compliant aircraft maintenance.
aircraft project manager
flightstart aircraft services
Jacksonville
06.2010 - 08.2018
- Managed cross-functional teams to ensure project timelines were met.
- Developed project plans and schedules for aircraft service operations.
- Coordinated stakeholder meetings to align project goals and expectations, ensuring clarity and shared vision.
- Oversaw resource allocation and task assignments among team members.
- Implemented risk management strategies to mitigate potential project issues.
- Facilitated staff training sessions on new processes and tools to enhance team capabilities and operational efficiency.
- Monitored project progress and reported updates to upper management regularly.
- Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines, prioritizing tasks and resources to meet project deliverables.
- Built and established strong partnerships with teams, vendors and contractors.
- Led meetings with internal team members, consultants and contractors.
- Forecasted, scheduled and monitored project timelines, personnel performance, and cost efficiency.
- Coordinated resources across multiple departments and teams for successful project completion.
- Conducted periodic inspections of job sites for quality and progress.
- Prepared cost estimates for projects of varying sizes.
Aircraft Maintenance Supervisor
Flightstar Aircraft Services
Jacksonville
10.2008 - 06.2010
- Supervised aircraft maintenance teams to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Coordinated routine inspections and troubleshooting of aircraft systems.
- Managed inventory of parts and supplies for efficient maintenance operations.
- Trained and mentored junior technicians on best practices and safety protocols.
- Developed maintenance schedules to optimize aircraft availability and performance.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to address technical issues and improvements.
- Implemented quality control measures to enhance maintenance processes and procedures.
- Reviewed maintenance logs to ensure accurate documentation and compliance standards.
Lead A&P Mechanic
flightstart aircraft services
Jacksonville
10.2007 - 10.2008
- Supervised maintenance and repair of aircraft systems and components.
- Conducted inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Trained junior mechanics on procedures and best practices in aircraft maintenance.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to troubleshoot complex mechanical issues.
- Coordinated scheduling of maintenance tasks, ensuring timely completion to minimize aircraft downtime.
- Evaluated equipment performance, recommending upgrades or replacements to enhance operational reliability.
- Developed standard operating procedures, streamlining maintenance processes and workflows for increased efficiency.
- Researched engineering data including service bulletins for the purpose of determining feasibility of modifications requested by customers.
- Maintained records for all maintenance performed on the aircraft.
- Reviewed logbooks for completeness prior to approving release of an aircraft from maintenance control.
- Coordinated with other departments on projects involving multiple teams.
- Tracked parts usage during repairs and maintenance activities in order to maintain accurate inventory levels at all times.
A&P Technician
flightstart aircraft services
Jacksonville
03.2003 - 09.2007
- Performed inspections, troubleshooting and repairs of aircraft systems such as engines, landing gear, brakes, electrical systems, hydraulic systems and airframes.
- Conducted routine maintenance on engines and airframes to ensure operational readiness.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues using specialized tools and diagnostic equipment.
- Performed troubleshooting on electrical systems to identify and resolve faults.
- Inspected aircraft systems for compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
- Verified proper operation of aircraft systems using specialized test equipment.
- Tested engine performance by checking ignition timing and cylinder pressures.
- Performed functional tests of aircraft structures to ensure structural integrity.
- Inspected flight control surfaces for wear or damage.
- Checked fuel lines for leaks or contamination.
- Ran diagnostic tests on avionics equipment such as radios, navigation systems and autopilots.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance efficiency of maintenance processes and workflows.
- Maintained accurate records of repairs and inspections in compliance with regulations.
- Recorded all maintenance activities in logbooks as per FAA regulations.
- Coordinated parts inventory management to ensure timely availability for maintenance activities.
- Assisted in training new technicians on safety protocols and best practices to promote workplace safety.
- Utilized pneumatic tools such as drills, rivet guns and grinders during repair work.
- Adjusted propeller pitch settings as needed for optimal performance.
- Examined parts for cracks or other signs of fatigue under magnification devices.
- Fabricated replacement parts using hand tools and precision measuring instruments.
- Evaluated service bulletins and technical manuals to identify appropriate corrective actions.
- Reconfigured instrumentation panels according to customer specifications.
- Installed modifications and upgrades to aircraft components in accordance with FAA regulations.
- Repaired wiring harnesses that were damaged due to corrosion or mechanical stress.
- Reviewed schematics for accuracy before installation into an aircraft system.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Dentist
Universidad Cooperativa
Medellin ColombiaSkills
- Aircraft inspections
- Aircraft troubleshooting
- Safety compliance
- Maintenance scheduling
- Technical documentation
- Project management
- Inventory management
Timeline
Aircraft Maintenance Supervisor
American Airlines
10.2018 - Current
aircraft project manager
flightstart aircraft services
06.2010 - 08.2018
Aircraft Maintenance Supervisor
Flightstar Aircraft Services
10.2008 - 06.2010
Lead A&P Mechanic
flightstart aircraft services
10.2007 - 10.2008
A&P Technician
flightstart aircraft services
03.2003 - 09.2007
Some College (No Degree) - Dentist
Universidad Cooperativa