Michael Aviles

All duties under QA Manager to include:

• Developed and implemented a master inspection plan spanning 5 airframes and 9 units supporting 5 missions and 2,500 maintenance personnel.
• Scrutinized aviation maintenance-related instructions, supplements, operating instructions, forms local, functional and emergency action checklists.
• Oversaw and implemented aircraft impoundment procedures, in conjunction with, the maintenance group.
• Developed key task lists and routine inspection lists to supplement headquarter requirements in collaboration with the Operations Officer and Maintenance Superintendent.
• Ensured Acceptable Quality Level Standards are developed and met for all key tasks and routine inspections.
• Supported project coordination and smooth workflow by coordinating materials, inspections, and inspector/maintenance actions.
• Developed and maintained productive working relationships with internal and external USAF/program partners.
• Resolved conflicts between staff and customers swiftly and professionally.
• Worked with specialized teams to accomplish all objectives and achieve goals.
• Analyzed reports to identify areas of improvement and implement corrective action.

• F-35, F-22, F-16, F-15, A-10 Quality Assurance Management spanning 10,000 process/quality verification inspections annually.
• Utilized assigned inspectors and augmentees to provide on-the-spot assistance to correct problems.
• Spot-checked inspection work cards, checklists, job guides and technical manuals during evaluations/inspections for currency and accuracy.
• Reviewed and compiled customer feedback for In-Process Inspection listing updates.
• Ensured training plan was created and followed, to OSHA and appllicable safety standards.
• Implemented new quality assurance and customer service standards.
• Revamped tracking system to ensure annual safety training was accomplished.
• Training manager to include annual safety training to include PPE, flightline safety, radar safety, work place safety, weapons safety.
• Established input procedures for inspection database systems.
• Established work methods and training for all inspectors to include orientation of new personnel.
• Recorded, analyzed, and distributed statistical information.
• Reported production malfunctions to managers and production supervisors.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and implement process and system improvements.
• Investigated unit/section complaints and performed corrective actions to resolve quality issues.
• Assessed product quality by monitoring quality assurance metrics, reports and dashboards.

• Managed a 2,500 item inventory valued at over $1.2M.
• Coordinated maintenance, inspection, logistics and troubleshooting of F-35 equipment and assets.
• Trained/oriented new personnel to include Form 55's, safety, flightline safety, weapons safety, PPE.
• Ensured annual safety training was accomplished in a timely manner and updated associated databses to include Form 55 file database.
• Provided ALIS, LSEMS, SEMM, PAIRS, FSE/FSR support both on site and off. Liaison between Lockheed Martin, contracted partners and Nellis AFB.
• Enabled 2,000 missions annually and 3,500 flying hours.
• Maintained clean and organized facilities.
• Performed equipment maintenance and repairs.
• Assigned work to staff, set schedules, and motivated strong performance in key areas.
• Developed partnerships with external vendors and suppliers to obtain quality products and services.
• Inspected equipment and facilities for signs of wear or damage impacting safety.
• Created and maintained detailed reports of daily, weekly and monthly operations.

• Ensured maintenance was accomplished in a timely manner and coordinated on all aircraft maintenance actions while managing, controlling and directing resources to accomplish scheduled and unscheduled maintenance.
• Ensured accurate asset status and configuration status to mission operation centers and production staff.
• Trained and prepared personnel to implement specific disaster control duties and responsibilities pertaining to aircraft movement and personnel evacuation procedures.
• Ensure Form 55 up to date and accurate to include recurring safety training for 65 personnel.
• Directly contributed to 2,000 missions, 3,500 flying hours annually, maintaining a 24 Acft Fleet.
• Bolstered the 6th Weapons School pilot syllabus by conducting over 1,500 pre-flight checks, 350 scheduled/unscheduled maintenance tasks, resulting in 16 pilot upgrades annually.
• Supervised employee performance, preventive maintenance, and safety.
• Delegated tasks to carefully selected employees in alignment with resource management goals.
• Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
• Created and submitted detailed reports to highlight maintenance activities and equipment performance.
• Collaborated with other departments to verify completion of maintenance tasks.
• Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.

• Managed scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance daily.
• Trained/oriented new personnel while developing new training plans and objectives.
• Validated and verified maintenance instructions to include munition loading procedures.
• Implemented and ensured currency of directed aircraft generation sequences and overseas contingency plans.
• Delegated tasks to carefully selected employees in alignment with resource management goals.
• Created and implemented maintenance program to optimize operational efficiency and reduce downtime.
• Trained maintenance technicians to apply proper techniques and best practices and comply with safety protocols.

• Responsible for 225 inspections monthly ranging from program, management, vehicle, hazmat, quality verification, maintenance, and data entry inspections.
• Developed and implemented local page supplements, checklists, operational instructions and guidance for aviation maintenance.
• Selected as Wing Inspection Team member to conduct inspections and oversee emergency operations and implementation.
• Conducted and authored monthly, quarterly, and annual data reports used to brief senior leadership to ensure decisions are data driven.
• Led 4 person inspection team selected to augment engineer necessity providing SME recommendations on operating isntructions and one-time inspection criteria
• Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
• Oversaw maintenance, calibration and control of inspection, measuring and all test equipment.
• Completed precise measurements using special tools.
• Evaluated components and final products against quality standards and manufacturing specifications.
• Participated in team meetings to discuss progress and results, providing ideas and suggestions for improvement.
• Trained and mentored junior inspection staff and interns to apply best practices and comply with quality control guidelines and regulations.

• Performed aircraft systems tasks to include servicing, scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, pre-flights, thru-flights, basic post-flights.
• Conducted home station checks, special inspections, corrosion control, cleaning, ground handling, launch/recovery of aircraft.
• Troubleshooting and adjustment, on-equipment repairs and component removal and replacement, maintenance ground tests, lubrication and maintenance modification preparations.
• Fault isolated fighter aircraft utilizing/reading schematic, wiring diagrams and troubleshooting trees.
• Supported flightline munitions loading/unloading operations while maintaining monthly munitions safety/handling and loading proficiency of multiple explosives to include fuzes, initiators, air to ground laser guided and GPS guided bombs, and air to air missiles both short range and long range.

• Weapons Standardization planned and conducted nuclear and conventional weapons load certification and training requirements to support unit tasking and operational plans.
• Ensured all weapons load crew members obtain and maintain the certification/qualification and proficiency needed to effectively meet safe, secure, and efficient munitions loading/unloading operations supporting the mission readiness for immediate and effective generation/employment of loaded aircraft maintaining critical wartime capability.