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Michael Dowd

Slocomb,AL

Summary

Experienced AH-64E Maintenance Test Pilot and Maintenance Operations Manager with a Secret Clearance. Strong background in leadership and operations management. Demonstrates extensive knowledge, skills, and expertise in operating helicopter systems, troubleshooting system malfunctions, and implementing proper procedures to address these issues. Proficient in performing both normal and emergency flight procedures. Adheres to technical manuals to ensure maintenance is conducted safely and up to standard.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

AH-64E Maintenance Test Pilot

M1 Support Services
10.2022 - Current
    • Perform test flights on 114 Army Flight School aircraft, utilizing flight test techniques and manuals to assess performance and ensure airworthiness post-maintenance
    • Efficiently completes routine inspections, performing pre-flight, in-flight, and post-flight procedures to remain compliant with Army directives with 100% accuracy rate
    • Executes operational ground checks, taxi checks, hover checks on rotary wing aircraft; functional check flights, general and limited maintenance test flights, confirmation check flights of aircraft and aircraft systems undergoing maintenance and determines, in accordance with Army technical publications and procedures, the airworthiness of an aircraft prior to its release for flight
    • Performs troubleshooting procedures of an aircraft on the ground and in flight and makes appropriate (verbal or written log entry) recommendations to aid ground personnel in correcting deficiencies
    • Accomplishes recovery and ferry flights during training operations
    • Supports Army Flight School Fleet of 114 AH-64E Helicopters to ensure Flight School has Airworthy Aircraft for training and to help minimize time
    • Maintains proficiency in basic flight maneuvers, proper aircraft emergency procedures and correlates with Army technical publications and requirements
    • Increased flight safety by consistently performing thorough pre-flight inspections and addressing potential issues.

AH-64E Maintenance Test Pilot

United States Army
11.2019 - 10.2022
    • Utilizes flight test techniques, checklists, and manuals to perform test flights of assigned aircraft to measure performance and handling to determine airworthiness following maintenance or modifications
    • Efficiently completes routine inspections, performing pre-flight, in-flight, and post-flight procedures to remain compliant with Army directives with 100% accuracy rate
    • Executes operational ground checks, taxi checks, hover checks on rotary wing aircraft; functional check flights, general and limited maintenance test flights, confirmation check flights of aircraft and aircraft systems undergoing maintenance and determines, in accordance with Army technical publications and procedures, the airworthiness of an aircraft prior to its release for flight
    • Performs troubleshooting procedures of an aircraft on the ground and in flight and makes appropriate (verbal or written log entry) recommendations to aid ground personnel in correcting deficiencies
    • Accomplishes recovery and ferry flights during missions, gunnery, and training operations
    • Managed 8 AH-64E Helicopters worth over $240 million to guarantee optimal fully mission capable flight time, not as much unscheduled down time, and equipment
    • Maintains proficiency in basic flight maneuvers, proper aircraft emergency procedures and correlates with Army technical publications and requirements
    • Coordinate maintenance and logistics with Civilian Contractors, Project Managers (PM), Logistics Assistance Representative (LAR), and Field Support Representatives (FSR)

Aviation Technical Inspector

United States Army
11.2019 - 10.2022
    • Reviews all procedures, equipment, and systems on an aircraft to confirm it meets with federal safety regulations
    • Examine flight logs and maintenance records to verify all required checks have been performed
    • Full Technical Inspector Orders
    • Oversee preventative maintenance and repair tasks for 24 assigned aircraft by following established maintenance procedures to ensure repairs are conducted in accordance with the technical manuals
    • Quality Assurance and Control
    • Maximized equipment uptime with regular preventative maintenance checks and timely repairs.
    • Increased efficiency of repair operations by liaising with technicians and engineering teams effectively.

Apache Pilot

United States Army
01.2017 - 01.2022
  • Dual seat pilot responsible for coordinating, conducting, and directing armed reconnaissance, security, and attack missions in all modes of flight
  • Inspect aircraft, controls, systems, and instruments before, during and after each flight
  • Pre-flight checks also include consulting with Air Force and Civilian weather forecasters and checking NOTAMS, which provides the proper information necessary to create a FAA flight plan
  • Air Mission Commander
  • Manager and responsible of multiple aircraft during flight
  • Pilot-in-Command
  • Primary trainer for the Unit, teaching and mentoring pilots to help them become future pilot-in-command and air mission commanders
  • Mission Briefing Officer
  • Ensured risk mitigation for briefed flights and to protect aircrews, aircraft, and Commanders

Aviation Life Support Officer

United States Army
01.2017 - 11.2019
    • Completes inspection, maintenance, repair, and overhaul of Aircrew Life Support Equipment (ALSE), personal survival equipment and aircraft installed survival equipment including Night Vision Devices (NVDs)
    • Reviews, analyzes, and develops procedures to ensure the planning, budgeting, and maintenance of Aviation Life Support Equipment (ALSE)
    • Taught aircrews in proper operation, use, and operator maintenance of survival equipment and the techniques of survival
    • Section supervisor of 5 employees ensuring qualified personal are available for conducting job assignments
    • Maintained current and accurate records pertaining to the section for quality assurance and FORSCOM inspections
    • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with industry trends and best practices, ensuring top-quality service delivery at all times.
    • Created, prepared, and delivered reports to various departments.

Operations Manager

United States Army
02.2013 - 04.2015
    • Senior Operations Manager for U.S
    • Army Pacific Command working in G3 Current Operations
    • Operations manager of 15 employees
    • Supervise daily job assignments throughout the whole Pacific area of operation
    • Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
    • Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.

Manager, First Line Supervisor, and Training Instructor

United States Army
05.2007 - 02.2015
    • Operates weapons and equipment in ground combat operations
    • Duties include operating and maintaining weapons, such as rifles, machine guns, mortars, and hand grenades; locating, constructing, and camouflaging infantry positions and equipment; evaluating terrain and recording topographical information; operating and maintaining field communications equipment; assessing need for and directing supporting fire; placing explosives and performing mine sweeping activities on land; and participating in basic reconnaissance operations
    • Manager, first line supervisor and training instructor of over 30 employees
    • Ground security force in highly hazardous conditions
    • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
    • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
    • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.

Education

Class II Flight Physical -

Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
04.2024

Virtual Coaching Specialist (VCS) -

National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM)
07.2022

Commercial Pilot (CP) Helicopter with Instruments -

Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
03.2017

High School -

Woodland High School
Marble Hill, MO
05.2007

Skills

  • Flight Test & Safety
  • Operational Planning
  • Resource Allocation
  • Policy Implementation
  • Logistics Management
  • Full Technical Inspector
  • Maintenance Supervisor
  • Maintenance Management
  • Organizational Leadership
  • Time and Task Management

Websites

Personal Information

Title: AH-64E MAINTENANCE TEST PILOT | MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS MANAGER

Specialized Military Training

  • Aviation Maintenance Officer Course
  • AH-64E Maintenance Test Pilot Course
  • Advance Leadership and Management Development Course
  • Junior Officer Training Course
  • Basic Leadership Development Course
  • AH-64E Flight School XXI Apache Qualification Course
  • Aviation Life Support Equipment (ALSE) Course
  • Army Survival, Evasion, Resistance and Escape Level C
  • Helicopter Overwater Survival Dunker Training
  • Combat Lifesaver (CLS)
  • Air Load Planner Course
  • Air Movement Operations Course

Timeline

AH-64E Maintenance Test Pilot

M1 Support Services
10.2022 - Current

AH-64E Maintenance Test Pilot

United States Army
11.2019 - 10.2022

Aviation Technical Inspector

United States Army
11.2019 - 10.2022

Apache Pilot

United States Army
01.2017 - 01.2022

Aviation Life Support Officer

United States Army
01.2017 - 11.2019

Operations Manager

United States Army
02.2013 - 04.2015

Manager, First Line Supervisor, and Training Instructor

United States Army
05.2007 - 02.2015

Class II Flight Physical -

Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)

Virtual Coaching Specialist (VCS) -

National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM)

Commercial Pilot (CP) Helicopter with Instruments -

Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)

High School -

Woodland High School

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