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Matthew A. LeVan

Louisville,KY

Summary

Detail-oriented, organized, and meticulous employee with a proven track record of working efficiently to meet tight deadlines. A dedicated team player enthusiastic about contributing to company success. Possessing a keen eye for detail and a strong work ethic, consistently striving for excellence in all assigned tasks.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Avionics/Systems Engineer

UPS Airlines (United Parcel Service)
01.2009 - Current
  • Implemented and managed AD requirements creating compliance documents
  • Incorporated aircraft and component service bulletins into active fleet aircraft
  • Participate in multiple industry meetings, training events, and steering committees
  • Managed multiple projects from proposals through implementation, including estimating, material specifications, planning, and cost integration into fleet
  • Designated SME for MD11 ATA 28 (quantity and distribution)
  • Developed approximately 24 reliability projects
  • Created Engineering Orders, Fleet Surveys and standardization documents for fleet aircraft
  • Work with Maintenance Control to address AOG avionics and systems problems
  • Provide daily coordination between multiple departments (Maintenance Control, Tech Support, Fleet Management, Maintenance Planning, Materials, Records, etc.)
  • Addressed engineering needs for B747, B757, B767, MD11 and A300 fleets.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
  • Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
  • Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.

Avionics Supervisor

Flightstar Aircraft Services
09.2002 - 12.2008
  • Supervised a staff of 15 avionics personnel during major maintenance
  • Integrated numerous major modifications into transport aircraft
  • Perform passenger to freighter conversions on Boeing 727’s and 757’s
  • Utilized schematics, wire diagrams, EOs, FCDs, Boeing Drawings and STC data
  • Sat on test flights to capture, troubleshoot, and repair ongoing aircraft problems
  • Worked with customers to ensure deadlines were met, and delivery goals achieved
  • Ensure that FAA, ICAO, ICA and FAR guidelines and standards are being met
  • 2 time employee of the month, June 2003, September 2005
  • Considered company SME in ATA chapters 22, 23, 24, 26, 28, 31, 33, 34.
  • Created, planned, scheduled, controlled and reported on projects.

General Aviation Technician

Burlington Aviation
01.2002 - 09.2002
  • Maintained general aviation aircraft for customers as needed
  • Performed line maintenance, inspections, and repairs.

General Aviation Technician / Shift Leader

PhilAir Flight Center
01.1998 - 12.2001
  • Maintained single and twin engine aircraft
  • Performed line maintenance, structural repairs, and inspections
  • Overhauled engines
  • Interior and exterior airframe refurbishing.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Aviation Maintenance Technology

Embry Riddle
Daytona Beach, FL
12.2001

Skills

  • Project Planning
  • Project Estimation
  • Project Management
  • Process Development
  • Cost Analysis
  • Design Development
  • System Troubleshooting
  • Schematic reading

Certification

  • FAA A&P (Airframe and Powerplant) licensed
  • FCC General Radio Telephone licensed
  • 28 years experience in aircraft maintenance and engineering
  • Completed B717, B727, B757, MD11 and A300 General Familiarization Courses
  • BR715, RB211 and PW2000 Engine Familiarization Courses
  • CAT 3 Qualified on multiple aircraft for major carriers


Additional Information

Expert at avionics modifications, troubleshooting, and ops checks, Assisting and working with DERs, regulatory authorities, and internal operations, Technical writing, creating presentations, tracking projects, and providing stakeholder updates, Work with engineering to troubleshoot and problems with prototype systems, Understanding of wiring repair, maintenance and EWIS concepts, Designed and built sub assemblies such as control panels and test equipment, Performed avionics upgrades such as: TCAS, RVSM, TAWS, FMS, Radar and ADS-B, Experience obtaining and interpreting flight recorder downloads, Experience identifying software changes required for various components, Familiar with current requirements and upcoming aircraft modifications

Timeline

Senior Avionics/Systems Engineer

UPS Airlines (United Parcel Service)
01.2009 - Current

Avionics Supervisor

Flightstar Aircraft Services
09.2002 - 12.2008

General Aviation Technician

Burlington Aviation
01.2002 - 09.2002

General Aviation Technician / Shift Leader

PhilAir Flight Center
01.1998 - 12.2001

Bachelor of Science - Aviation Maintenance Technology

Embry Riddle

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