Luke Reinsch
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Detail-oriented structural mechanic, well-versed in both sheet metal and composite applications, adept at interpreting blueprints, working with others and meeting required deadlines. Skilled in inspecting, fabricating, repairing, modifying and installing aircraft structural components, assemblies and sub-assemblies on operating aircraft. My goal is to become associated with a company where I can utilize my skills and gain further experience while enhancing the company’s productivity and reputation.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Production Control Lead
Air Methods / United Rotorcraft
09.2024 - Current
- Maintain oversight of operations throughout the facility - to include each active project and their respective departments.
- Ensure compliance with company processes, procedures, and policies.
- Overcome daily project hurdles by providing knowledgeable direction to technicians and their respective department leads.
- Coordinate with Planning Department on short-term and long-term project goals, thus implementing and allocating labor needs as applicable.
- Train technicians on practical application and documentation of maintenance.
- Liaise communication between Engineering department, Procurement department, and third party vendors.
- Develop and implement processes embodying Continuous Improvement & 5S.
Lead 145 Structures Technician
Air Methods / United Rotorcraft
01.2021 - 09.2024
- Supervise and coordinate the activities of a team of structural technicians, ensuring adherence to safety standards and quality controls.
- Collaborate with engineers to ensure structural modifications meet design specifications and operational requirements.
- Train new technicians in repair techniques, safety protocols, and use of specialized tools and equipment.
- Maintain accurate documentation of repair processes, inspections, and compliance with regulatory agencies.
- Conduct thorough inspections and evaluations of aircraft structures, identifying areas needing repair or refurbishment to maintain compliance with FAA regulations.
- Rebuilt, repaired and modified aircraft structural and functional components in accordance with maintenance manuals, FAA regulations and aviation services policies and procedures.
- Removed and installed aircraft components such as engines, rotors, gearboxes, transmissions and mechanical flight controls.
- Read and interpreted manufacturer maintenance manuals, service bulletins and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components.
Aircraft Maintenance/Structures Mechanic
Precision Heli-Support
11.2019 - 01.2021
- Rebuilt crashed MD500 structural sub-assemblies
- Completed various modifications and supplemental type certificates such as FLIR mounts, Dual-Hook Assemblies, and search light mounts for Mesa Police Department (MD500) and Pinal County Sheriff's Office Search & Rescue (UH-1/OH-58)
- Succeeded in completing multiple phase inspections on both the UH-1 and OH-58
- Overhauled a large volume of MD500 flight control components such as collective stick grips, cyclic stick grips, and swashplates
- Executed an engine-swap from an MD500 to an OH-58
- Replaced rotor head of a UH-1
- Fabricated sheet metal parts per FAA PMA following engineering drawings & diagrams maintaining tolerances within thousandths of an inch
- Fabricated and installed an abundance of antenna doublers and custom mounting shelves for Avionics components, as well as modified & fabricated a plethora of instrument panels on various fixed-wing aircraft such as Cessna, Piper, Beechcraft, and Mooney
Structures Mechanic
International Air Response Technical Services
08.2018 - 11.2019
- Performed air-worthiness inspections on C-130A fuselage and wing structures
- Completed major structural repairs such skin replacements, skin doublers, skin splices, frame/rib doublers on C130-A fuselage, wing structures, and flight control surfaces
- Fabricated various replacement parts such as frames, skins, and stiffeners
- Executed corrosion control and inspection duties
- Inspected, troubleshooted, removed, and replaced C-130A fuel system components
- Manufactured and assembled 4,500 gallon oil spill response water tank from raw material referencing engineering drawings
- Recorded all maintenance performed in aircraft logbooks (Ebis) and completed other paperwork requirements as needed
LHT - Fuselage Assembly
MD Helicopters
12.2016 - 08.2018
- Installation and manufacture of MD 500 Light Helicopter fuselage assembly and sub-assemblies
- Fabrication of sheet metal parts per blueprints and specification
- Assembled parts using bolts, screws, rivets and other fasteners utilizing hand tools
- Rectified non-conforming conditions in accordance with engineering dispositions and company specifications
- Worked from complex and detailed manufacturing documentation and/or verbal/written instructions
- Collaborated with Manufacturing and Lead Engineers on a daily basis
- Ensured all tools and Foreign Object Debris were accounted for on a daily basis
Aircraft Structural Repairer
Arizona Army National Guard
10.2014 - 11.2019
- Fabricated, repaired, and modified UH-60 Blackhawk structural components with hand and power tools
- Inspected and repaired fiberglass components
- Installed, removed , and replaced UH-60 Blackhawk aircraft components
- Improved knowledge and productivity through continuous education and learning from senior technicians
- Reviewed and verified all work was in compliance with blueprints and technical publications
- Adhered strictly to safety rules and regulations
- Documented all aircraft maintenance actions via the required maintenance logbook, ULLS-A(E)
Education
High School Diploma -
North Canyon High School
Phoenix, Arizona2013
Skills
- Proficient in aircraft structural repair techniques, materials, and systems
- Strong leadership skills with a proven ability to manage teams effectively in high-pressure environments
- Excellent troubleshooting skills, with the ability to analyze complex structural issues and implement solutions efficiently
- Effective verbal and written communication skills for interacting with engineering teams, management, and regulatory bodies
- High attention to detail
- Dependable independent worker
- Fast learner
Accomplishments
- Earned the Skymaster's Award upon completion of Advanced Indiviual Training
- Maintained a 90% or higher grade point average throughout the entire course
- Exceeded in all written and practical examinations
- Placed into the top 2% of the battalion
Certification
- FAA Airframe License
- Abaris Advanced Composite Structures: Fabrication and Damage Repair - Phase 1
- EC-130 Airframe Field Maintenance
- EC-135 X5730 Ring Frame Upgrade
Timeline
Production Control Lead
Air Methods / United Rotorcraft
09.2024 - Current
Lead 145 Structures Technician
Air Methods / United Rotorcraft
01.2021 - 09.2024
Aircraft Maintenance/Structures Mechanic
Precision Heli-Support
11.2019 - 01.2021
Structures Mechanic
International Air Response Technical Services
08.2018 - 11.2019
LHT - Fuselage Assembly
MD Helicopters
12.2016 - 08.2018
Aircraft Structural Repairer
Arizona Army National Guard
10.2014 - 11.2019
High School Diploma -
North Canyon High School