Matthew Poirrier
Camden,NC
Summary
A&P-certified aviation professional with 14+ years of experience in aircraft maintenance, inspection, and quality assurance across te military, Part 145 repair stations and Part 135 operations. Proven leadership as a Lead Inspector overseeing personnel, regulatory compliance, and airworthiness determinations. Experienced in audit support, quality system execution, and driving corrective actions. Strong ability to bridge maintenance operations with compliance requirements to ensure safe, efficient, and audit-ready performance.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Quality Control Inspector
Aery Aviation
12.2024 - Current
- Reviewed schematics and guidelines to ensure quality standards.
- Supported execution and continuous improvement of the quality management system to ensure compliance with regulatory and company requirements.
- Provide oversight of maintenance activities to ensure adherence to approved data and procedures.
- Conduct and coordinate internal audits to evaluate compliance, identify gaps, and drive corrective actions
- Drive root cause analysis and corrective action processes to prevent recurrence of discrepancies and improve quality performance.
- Monitor and analyze quality metrics and trends to identify areas for process improvement and operational efficiency.
- Ensure adherence to Repair Station Manual (RSM) and Quality Control Manual (QCM), supporting updates and procedural improvements.
- Promote a quality-focused culture across maintenance and inspection teams.
- Coordinate with maintenance, engineering, and operations to ensure compliant and efficient aircraft return to service.
- Review and approve maintenance records, logbook entries, and airworthiness documentation for accuracy and traceability.
- Perform inspections and audits to verify airworthiness and support quality system effectiveness.
- Conduct conformity inspections and validate work against approved technical data.
- Review maintenance documentation for accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance.
- Identify discrepancies and ensure proper corrective actions are implemented and documented
- Ensure adherence to company quality procedures and regulatory standards.
- Contribute to quality metrics tracking and reporting
Aviation Mechanic
Horizon Aviation Services
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Reduced downtime for repairs by quickly diagnosing and troubleshooting mechanical issues in a timely manner
- Supported continuous improvement efforts within the maintenance department through regular process evaluations and recommendations for enhanced efficiency measures
- Conducted thorough pre-flight inspections, identifying any potential hazards or malfunctions before takeoff to ensure passenger safety
- Enhanced aircraft safety by performing routine maintenance and inspections on various aircraft systems
- Performed aircraft maintenance for scheduled preventive actions and unscheduled requirements
- Recorded maintenance actions in aircraft logbooks
- Operated support equipment and flight line vehicles
- Operated power tools, gauges and testing equipment to adjust, repair, and replace faulty components in aircrafts
- Maintained repair logs to document all corrective and preventive aircraft maintenance
Aviation Maintenance Technician
USCG Aviation Logistics Center MH-60T Product Line
06.2019 - 08.2024
- Performed Quality Assurance for the MH-60T product line
- Supervised all maintenance performed at the MH-60T End of Line Shop
- Reviewed and ensured all maintenance requirements through the Program Depot Maintenance product line were completed prior to ground turns and test flights
- Calculated aircraft weight and balance, performance and fuel requirements for MH-60T
- Lubricated shafts, bearings, and gears to maintain optimal performance
- Removed and replaced components such as landing gear, engines, and flight control
- Inspected airframes to detect wear and other defects
- Operated power tools, gauges and testing equipment to adjust, repair, and replace faulty components in aircrafts
- Performed flight line preflight and postflight requirements
- Maintained repair logs to document all corrective and preventive aircraft maintenance
- Obtained fuel and oil samples to check for contamination
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled inspections to check flight readiness of aircraft
- Diagnosed faults and developed resolution plans
- Evaluated individual aircraft components to identify and troubleshoot issues
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on MH-60T aircraft engines and hydraulics
- Recorded maintenance actions in aircraft logbooks
- Troubleshot mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and tested equipment following repairs
- Removed and installed aircraft subsystem assemblies such as engines, rotors, gearboxes, transmissions, and mechanical flight controls
- Assisted with aircraft and equipment transport and movement
Aviation Maintenance Technician
USCG Air Station Clearwater MH-60T
03.2015 - 06.2019
- Worked with the Heavy Maintenance Team for much of my time in Clearwater, FL
- Removed components such as landing gear, engines, and flight control
- Lubricated shafts, bearings, and gears to maintain optimal performance
- Inspected airframes to detect wear and other defects
- Operated power tools, gauges and testing equipment to adjust, repair, and replace faulty components in aircrafts
- Performed flight line preflight and postflight requirements
- Obtained fuel and oil samples to check for contamination
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled inspections to check flight readiness of aircraft
- Maintained, repaired and rebuilt aircraft structures and fuel
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on MH-60T aircraft engines and hydraulics
- Assisted with aircraft and equipment transport and movement
- Removed and installed aircraft subsystem assemblies such as engines, rotors, gearboxes, transmissions, and mechanical flight controls
Deck Seaman
USCG Station Cape May
11.2011 - 03.2015
- Stood watch in comms room listening for mayday calls to respond to and while underway to facilitate communications and maintain onboard safety and security
- Performed deck maintenance and upkeep and reported abnormalities
- Inspected lifesaving and visual-signaling equipment for defects
- Evaluated vessels prior to departure, documented concerns and coordinated timely repairs
- Completed patrols based on current needs, orders, or objectives
- Fabricated mooring lines, tow lines and lines for bumpers
- Qualified as Boat crew on 24', 25', and 45' small boats
- Qualified as boarding team member
Union Sheet Metal Worker
Sheet Metal Workers Local 33
12.2003 - 10.2011
- Completed 5 year apprenticeship program to earn my Journeyman card
- Interpreted blueprints and diagrams to determine project dimensions and requirements
- Selected gauges and types of sheet metal or non-metallic material to meet product specifications
- Used rulers, squares and scribes to measure and mark dimensions and reference lines on materials
- Fastened joints and seams together to assemble components into ductwork
- Observed safety practices and procedures to maintain safe and clean working environment
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations
Education
Advanced Structural Repair School -
Aviation Logistics Center
Elizabeth City, NC08-2018
Leadership And Management -
USCG
Clearwater06-2017
MH60 Airframe/Powertrain "C" School -
Aviation Technical Training Center
Elizabeth City, NC09-2016
Aviation Maintenance Technician "A"School -
USCG Aviation Technical Training Center
Elizabeth City, NC03-2015
Journeyman Card - Sheet Metal Fabrication And HVAC
Sheet Metal Workers Local 33
Massillon, OH01-2009
Diploma -
Louisville High School
Louisville, OH06-2003
Skills
- Blueprint and schematic reading
- Depot and operational level maintenance procedures
- Precision Instruments
- ISO standards
- Process evaluation
- Compliance audits
- Conformity inspections
- Recordkeeping
- Regulatory Compliance
- Root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action (CAPA)
- Quality metrics tracking and trend analysis
- Regulatory compliance oversight (Part 145 / 91)
- RSM / QCM procedure implementation and continuous improvement
- Cross-functional quality coordination with maintenance and operations teams
- Strong leadership and team development skills
- Detail-oriented with a focus on compliance and documentation accuracy
- Ability to perform under pressure while maintaining regulatory integrity
- Effective communicator across maintenance, quality, and management teams
Accomplishments
- CG Commendation Medal, 01/01/24
- Armed Forces Service Medal, 05/01/18
- DHS Outstanding Unit Award, 05/01/22
- Global War Terror Service Medal, 12/01/11
- CG Achievement Medal, 12/01/14
- CG Unit Commendation Ribbon, 02/01/21
- CG Unit Commendation Ribbon, 02/01/16
- CG Rifle Marksman Ribbon, 11/01/13
- CG Pistol Marksman Ribbon, 09/01/13
- CG COMDT Ltr of Comm Ribbon, 04/01/19
- Golden Wrench Award, 12/01/17
- Sikorsky Aircraft Maintenance Award, 12/01/17
- Sikorsky Aircraft Maintenance Award, 01/01/19
- National Defense Service Medal, 11/01/11
- Humanitarian Service Medal, 10/01/18
- Humanitarian Service Medal, 02/01/15
- CG Good Conduct Medal, 09/01/23
- CG Good Conduct Medal, 09/01/20
- CG Good Conduct Medal, 09/01/17
- CG Good Conduct Medal, 09/01/14
Certification
- FAA Mechanic Certificate (Airframe), 06/24
- FAA Mechanic Certificate (Powerplant), 07/24
Timeline
Quality Control Inspector
Aery Aviation
12.2024 - Current
Aviation Mechanic
Horizon Aviation Services
08.2024 - 12.2024
Aviation Maintenance Technician
USCG Aviation Logistics Center MH-60T Product Line
06.2019 - 08.2024
Aviation Maintenance Technician
USCG Air Station Clearwater MH-60T
03.2015 - 06.2019
Deck Seaman
USCG Station Cape May
11.2011 - 03.2015
Union Sheet Metal Worker
Sheet Metal Workers Local 33
12.2003 - 10.2011
Leadership And Management -
USCG
MH60 Airframe/Powertrain "C" School -
Aviation Technical Training Center
Aviation Maintenance Technician "A"School -
USCG Aviation Technical Training Center
Journeyman Card - Sheet Metal Fabrication And HVAC
Sheet Metal Workers Local 33
Diploma -
Louisville High School
Advanced Structural Repair School -
Aviation Logistics Center