Manuel Gallegos
El Paso,TX
Summary
Well-versed in Airframe and Powerplant technician. Trained on aircraft from diverse manufacturers. Top-notch technical, diagnostic and structural abilities. Excited to learn about new systems and aircraft.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
A&P Technician
Erickson Incorporated
Medford, OR
01.2023 - Current
- Mechanical and Structure mechanic maintaining a S64 helicopter in the field and hanger when off fire contract. Performing work such as engine changes, transmission, servos, landing gear, Main and tail rotor removal and installation.
- Structural and sheet metal work such as skin changes, longeron, structural fittings, modifications, structural repair, close tolerance fabrication, locating, reaming and fastener installation on all airframe locations.
A&P Technician
Emergent air
El Paso, TX
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Performed inspections, troubleshooting and repairs of aircraft systems such as engines, landing gear, brakes, electrical systems, hydraulic systems and airframes.
- Verified proper operation of aircraft systems using specialized test equipment.
- Conducted periodic maintenance on aircraft including oil changes and filter replacements.
- Performed functional tests of aircraft structures to ensure structural integrity.
A&P Technician
Vertex Aerospace
Naples, Italy
05.2020 - 01.2022
- Installed modifications and upgrades to aircraft components in accordance with FAA regulations.
- Recorded all maintenance activities in logbooks as per FAA regulations.
- Conducted periodic maintenance on aircraft including oil changes and filter replacements.
- Inspected flight control surfaces for wear or damage.
- Checked fuel lines for leaks or contamination.
- Performed inspections, troubleshooting and repairs of aircraft systems such as engines, landing gear, brakes, electrical systems, hydraulic systems and airframes.
Structures A&P Technician
M1/L3 comunications
Overseas, Oconus
01.2015 - 05.2020
- Examined parts for cracks or other signs of fatigue under magnification devices.
- Evaluated service bulletins and technical manuals to identify appropriate corrective actions.
- Utilized pneumatic tools such as drills, rivet guns and grinders during repair work.
- Utilized hand and power tools to detect and repair aircraft malfunctions and damages.
- Disassembled units and inspected parts for wear with micrometers, calipers and gauges.
- Installed modifications and upgrades to aircraft components in accordance with FAA regulations.
- Performed inspections, troubleshooting and repairs of aircraft systems such as engines, landing gear, brakes, electrical systems, hydraulic systems and airframes.
Education
Airframe And Powerplant Lisence - Aircraft Powerplant Technology
International Aviation Academy
Arlington, TX07-1996
Skills
- Supervising Service Bulletin and Blueprint Modifications
- AD, SRM,MM, OHM,IPC Familiarization
- Blueprint Reading Certified (Boeing, Sikorski)
- Active Secret Clearance held 10 years
- Bell Helicopter experience (205, 206, 212)
- Military and civilian Helicopter experience ( UH-60, AH64, CH47, CH46, S61, S64,
- Eurocopter (AS350, EC120)
- Fixed wing experience (KIng air, C-12, C26, Dash 7 and 8, Boeing 737, 747, 777
- Heavy structures Locating, drilling, installation such as landing gear fittings, transmission deck beams, large skin sections, frames, stiffeners, beams
- Installing High tolerance fasteners example Hi-locks, tapered pins, aluminum, monel and blind rivets
- Bonding, sealing, and painting for corrosion prevention
- Manufacturing and Fabrication of most parts made from aluminum, stainless and titanium steel by means of measuring, cutting, bending, and making phenolic blocks using standard and specialty tools such as english wheel, hydraulic cutting shear, drill motor, angle/straight grinders, and riveting guns (IAW MM, Blueprint, and Military Specs)
Timeline
A&P Technician
Erickson Incorporated
01.2023 - Current
A&P Technician
Emergent air
01.2022 - 01.2023
A&P Technician
Vertex Aerospace
05.2020 - 01.2022
Structures A&P Technician
M1/L3 comunications
01.2015 - 05.2020
Airframe And Powerplant Lisence - Aircraft Powerplant Technology
International Aviation Academy
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