Michael Galutza
Spartan College of Aeronautics
Sapulpa,OK
12
years of professional experience
Detail-oriented Aviation Maintenance Technician with extensive experience at Spartan College of Aeronautics. Expert in diagnosing and repairing aircraft systems, ensuring compliance with FAA standards. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency through preventive maintenance and effective troubleshooting. Strong multitasking skills contribute to streamlined processes and maximum aircraft availability.
Work History
Avaition Maintenance Technician
9 Years- Detail-oriented Aviation Maintenance Technician (AMT) with a focus on general aviation (GA) safety and fleet readiness. Proven track record in performing 100-hour and progressive inspections, troubleshooting avionics, and maintaining piston-engine aircraft to FAA standards. Committed to supporting student pilot success by ensuring maximum aircraft availability and operational safety in high-tempo flight school environments.
- identifying and rectifying wear-and-tear issues common in training environments.
- Troubleshoot and repair airframe, powerplant, and electrical system malfunctions reported by flight instructors and students.
- Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical malfunctions
- Engine Maintenance: Inspections, cylinder replacements/ repairs and routine service for Lycoming powerplants. Engine repair and replacement, component and accessories repair and replacement.
- Avionics & Systems: Maintain and troubleshoot communication/navigation systems, including Garmin G1000, G1000NXI Garmin G5, aspen and ADS-B equipment, and other electrical components.
- Sheet Metal Work: Cutting, bending, and riveting aluminum skins; replacing structural ribs or stringers. Skin patches and general sheet metal repairs
- Composite Repair: repair fiberglass components on aircraft.
- Corrosion Control: Identifying "aluminum rot" or rust and applying chemical treatments to stop structural degradation.
- Hydraulics & Pneumatics: Maintaining landing gear retraction systems, brakes, and struts.
- Control Rigging: Adjusting the cables, pulleys, and push-pull rods that move the ailerons, elevators, and rudder.
- Environmental Systems: Ensuring cabin heating, ventilation.
- Fuel Systems: Inspecting fuel tanks, lines, and selector valves for leaks or blockages.
- Conducted routine inspections on aircraft and systems to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Performed preventive maintenance on engines and airframe components to enhance operational efficiency.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues using specialized tools and equipment, ensuring timely repairs.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot malfunctions, contributing to streamlined repair processes.
- Maintained accurate records of maintenance activities and repairs for regulatory compliance.
- Assisted in training junior technicians on best practices for aircraft maintenance procedures.
Aviation Maintenance Technician
2 Years- Conducted routine inspections on aircraft and systems to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline maintenance processes.
- Serviced oil changes, oil filter change
- Serviced spark plugs
- Change engine cylinder and other various engine maintenance
- Adjust and rig flight controls
Line Service
2 Years- Executed aircraft fueling procedures at FBO and various aircraft on airport to ensure operational readiness.
- Executed towing operations for aircraft to and from hangar and ramp parking locations.
- Coordinated aircraft marshaling and parking procedures, ensuring a smooth offloading process for pilots and customers.
- Responded to phone calls regarding fuel inquiries and aircraft arrival updates. Provided assistance with fuel requests and communicated aircraft arrival details.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness while overseeing daily opening and closing operations.
Education
- Avaition Maintenance
High School Diploma
- Private Pilot Ground
Skills
Aircraft systems
Aircraft repair
Diagnosing problems
Preventive Maintenance
Troubleshooting and repair
Engine repair
Hydraulic systems repair
Aircraft inspections
Sheet metal
Lubricating components
Hydraulic and pneumatic systems
Corrosion control
Multitasking
Removing and replacing engines
Fiberglass and composites
Timeline
Avaition Maintenance Technician
Spartan College of Aeronautics
08.2017 - CurrentRead More
Aviation Maintenance Technician
Anson Aviation
08.2015 - 08.2017Read More
Line Service
Christainsen Jet Center
08.2014 - 08.2016Read More
Tulsa Technology Center
from Avaition Maintenance
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Union High School
High School Diploma
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Tulsa Technology Center
from Private Pilot Ground
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