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Michael Cavanaugh

Saint Cloud, FL,Florida

Summary

Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Aircraft Maintenance Base Manager

Avelo Airlines
06.2022 - Current
  • Implemented innovative programs to increase employee loyalty and reduce turnover.
  • Collaborated with senior leadership on strategic planning efforts, aligning base operations with wider organizational objectives.
  • Maintained strict adherence to regulatory guidelines and safety protocols, minimizing incidents or violations within the facility.

Aircraft Maintenance Senior Manager

Soutwest Airlines
01.2017 - 09.2020
  • Boosted team member productivity by enhancing performance monitoring and instituting motivational approaches.
  • Launched quality assurance practices for each phase of development
  • Consolidated vendors and renegotiated contracts to optimize costs.
  • Ordered new equipment and inventory and scheduled repairs for damaged equipment.

Aircraft Maintenance Supervisor

Southwest Airlines
11.2000 - 01.2017
  • Inspected airframes to detect wear and other defects.
  • Enhanced safety standards for maintenance operations, conducting regular inspections and audits.
  • Leveraged advanced diagnostic tools to quickly identify complex technical issues, resulting in faster repair times.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction ratings by motivating team members to strengthen quality and increase productivity.

Aircraft Technician

Southwest Airlines
02.1992 - 11.2000
  • Efficiently managed multiple projects concurrently, successfully meeting deadlines while maintaining high-quality workmanship standards.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting complex mechanical issues, providing expert guidance to resolve problems quickly and effectively.

Aircraft Maintenance Technician

Midway Airlines
11.1988 - 11.1991
  • Performed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on diverse aircraft engines, avionics and hydraulics.
  • Recorded maintenance actions in aircraft logbooks.
  • Increased operational readiness of aircraft fleet through timely completion of scheduled maintenance tasks.
  • Maintained, repaired and rebuilt aircraft structures and fuel, electrical, and oxygen systems.

Education

Associate of Science - Aviation Maintenance Management

Lewis University
Romeoville, IL
12.1989

Skills

  • Customer Service Management
  • Data Analysis
  • Contract Administration
  • Health and safety

Hobbies

Enjoyed dirt track Stock Car racing as the owner/driver/fabricator. 

Timeline

Aircraft Maintenance Base Manager

Avelo Airlines
06.2022 - Current

Aircraft Maintenance Senior Manager

Soutwest Airlines
01.2017 - 09.2020

Aircraft Maintenance Supervisor

Southwest Airlines
11.2000 - 01.2017

Aircraft Technician

Southwest Airlines
02.1992 - 11.2000

Aircraft Maintenance Technician

Midway Airlines
11.1988 - 11.1991

Associate of Science - Aviation Maintenance Management

Lewis University
Michael Cavanaugh