Michael Barton
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Over 20 years’ experience in the Aviation Industry, extremely well rounded aviation maintainer working on numerous military, commercial, and general aviation platforms. Strong ability in troubleshooting, repairing, testing, inspecting, and maintaining aircrafts and parts in accordance with manufacture’s recommendations, NAVAIR directives, EASA, CASA and FAA regulations. Excellent computer skills specialize in creating Microsoft Office charts, graphs, and Power Point presentations. Results-driven aircraft maintenance professional eager to join a dynamic team while leveraging 20 years of industry experience. Highly skilled in troubleshooting and resolving mechanical issues.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Aircraft Technician
AMERICAN AIRLINES/USAIRWAYS
10.2015 - Current
- Performs temporary Lead Mechanic duties on A Checks and C Checks, delegating job assignments and certifying Aircraft
- Performs all Line Maintenance duties/ Gate call troubleshooting/ Hangar maintenance
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
QANTAS AIRLINES/ S.A.S. SERVICES GROUP INC.
10.2014 - Current
- Perform Hanger
- Line Maintenance
- Transit Checks
- A Checks
- C Checks
- Departure
- Arrival Inspections
- Fuel Management
- Towing
- Troubleshooting faults
- Perform inspections on general aircraft systems including engines, APU, airframe, cabin, and avionics.
Line Maintenance Technician
COMPASS AIRLINES/ STS AEROSTAFF SERVICES
04.2015 - 07.2015
- Signing corrective action in Aircraft Maintenance logbooks for Airworthiness release
- Return to Service
- Perform Fault Isolation Management
- Ensure safe Operation of Aircraft systems Avionics, Flight Controls, Electrical, Landing Gear from Flight Deck.
Repair Station Lead
HUTCHINSON AEROSPACE/ BARRY CONTROLS
06.2013 - 01.2015
- Designed, Produced, and Repaired multiple Aircraft parts for all Major and Regional Airlines Commercial and Military Worldwide in Compliance with FAA, EASA, and CASA Regulations
- Created, Revised, and Updated Component Maintenance Manuals CMM’s
- Final Inspector Certified
- Released 8130 Airworthiness Certifications for repaired parts to Customers.
Powerplant Senior Technician
LOCKHEED MARTIN DEFENSE SUPPORT SERVICES / NORTHRUP GRUMMAN/ DYNCORP
12.2007 - 05.2012
- Qualified low/ high power engine run-up on P-3 and C-130 aircraft
- Qualified for fuel cell entry
- Flight line troubleshooter and aircraft handler
- Engine /Propeller removal and installation/ Performed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and inspections.
Service Department Fleet Manager
CHANNEL ISLANDS AVIATION
03.2006 - 12.2007
- Authorized Cessna Service Center Performed
- Performed Annual Inspections
- Major and minor alterations
- Flight line taxi qualified
- Engine removal/ installation
- Prebuy survey inspector
- Avionics upgrade installer.
Aviation Powerplants Mechanic
UNITED STATES NAVY
10.1999 - 10.2003
- Qualified High and Low Power engine turn Operator (sea/ shore)
- Collateral Duty Inspection (Powerplants) Aircraft Carrier flight deck troubleshooter
- E2C Hawkeye Plane Captain.
Education
Skills
- Blueprint Reading
- Engine repair
- Excellent work ethic
- System Troubleshooting
- Aircraft Systems Knowledge
- Attention to Detail
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Avionics Proficiency
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Excellent Communication
- Team Management
- Problem Resolution
Certification
- FAA A&P Certified
- LAX Security Badged Employee
- United States Navy Veteran (Honorably Discharged)
- Willing to relocate
- An extremely dependable inspector that strives for a safe and mishap free work environment. Experienced in utilizing blueprints, schematics, and aircraft manuals. Well known as an outstanding team worker with natural leadership skills.
References
Reference Available Upon Request
Timeline
Aircraft Technician
AMERICAN AIRLINES/USAIRWAYS
10.2015 - Current
Line Maintenance Technician
COMPASS AIRLINES/ STS AEROSTAFF SERVICES
04.2015 - 07.2015
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
QANTAS AIRLINES/ S.A.S. SERVICES GROUP INC.
10.2014 - Current
Repair Station Lead
HUTCHINSON AEROSPACE/ BARRY CONTROLS
06.2013 - 01.2015
Powerplant Senior Technician
LOCKHEED MARTIN DEFENSE SUPPORT SERVICES / NORTHRUP GRUMMAN/ DYNCORP
12.2007 - 05.2012
Service Department Fleet Manager
CHANNEL ISLANDS AVIATION
03.2006 - 12.2007
Aviation Powerplants Mechanic
UNITED STATES NAVY
10.1999 - 10.2003
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