Lawrence Baker
43277 Water Bird Way#5522 Punta Gorda ,FL
Summary
Detail-oriented Aircraft Mechanic with strong skills in aircraft troubleshooting, engine rebuilding, and FAA compliance. Proven track record in quality assurance and component inspection, ensuring operational efficiency and safety.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Flight Line Mechanic
Boeing
Everett, Washington
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Performed routine maintenance and repairs on various aircraft systems to maintain operational efficiency.
workplace coach
Boeing
Everett, Washington
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Educate employees on company documents pertinent to job requirements as outlined in Boeing Gemm manual.
Lead Quality Inspector
Boeing
Seattle, Washington
01.2008 - 01.2014
- Selected by Boeing for Flight Test operations on 787-8 Dreamliner program.
Managed QA responsibilities for ZA006, performing comprehensive tests prior to flights.
Executed cold weather testing missions in regions like Alaska and Montana post-completion.
Participated in promotional tour, featuring aircraft at AirFrance location in Paris.
Presented 787-8 model at KLM hangar in Amsterdam during marketing efforts.
Mechanic A/P
Eclipse Aviation
Albuquerque, New Mexico
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Trained Junior Mechanics on Rigging all Flight Controls on the Very Light Jet.
Lead A/P mechanic
Northwest Airlines
Minneapolis, Minnesota
01.1992 - 01.2005
- Trained team members on troubleshooting techniques, improving overall problem-solving capabilities within the group.Radio Electrical Lead 10 years. Installed FAA mandated systems TCAS, Windshear, Digital Fuel system upgrade on 747 A/C. Tower Lead, Engine Shop Lead, Flight Line Lead.
Radio Electrical Mechanic (R/E)
Hughes Airwest
Phoenix, Arizona
08.1980 - 01.1992
A/P mechanic
Learjet
Tucson, Arizona
01.1977 - 01.1980
- Performed servicing and engine changes for Learjet aircraft, ensuring operational readiness.
Qualified for run-up and taxi operations, enhancing service capabilities.
Provided customer service updates for aircraft transitioning from factory to delivery.
Conducted 10,000-hour inspections as part of first crew, removing wings and cabling for thorough corrosion and wear checks.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Avionics
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
Carbondale, IL01-1977
Certificate of Completion - Airframe and Powerplant classes.
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Daytona Beach, FL01-1974
Skills
- Aircraft troubleshooting
- Engine rebuilding
- FAA compliance
- Flight control rigging
- Component inspection
- Quality assurance
Certification
A/P, Pilot License,FCC Certificate General radio, NOAA Certificate
Timeline
Flight Line Mechanic
Boeing
01.2014 - 01.2018
workplace coach
Boeing
01.2013 - 01.2014
Lead Quality Inspector
Boeing
01.2008 - 01.2014
Mechanic A/P
Eclipse Aviation
01.2006 - 01.2008
Lead A/P mechanic
Northwest Airlines
01.1992 - 01.2005
Radio Electrical Mechanic (R/E)
Hughes Airwest
08.1980 - 01.1992
A/P mechanic
Learjet
01.1977 - 01.1980
Bachelor of Science - Avionics
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
Certificate of Completion - Airframe and Powerplant classes.
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University