Michael Hancock
Fort Worth
Summary
Highly experienced Airframe & Powerplant mechanic with nine years in aviation maintenance. Previous experience includes seven years maintaining United States Air Force KC-10 aircraft, two of which as a flying crew chief. Exceptional technical skills with attention to detail and leading teams in maintenance actions. Adept at maintaining diverse aircraft systems, including electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems. Detail-oriented professional skilled in directing, monitoring and performing scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance. Thorough knowledge of standard industry hardware and materials with continuous drive for new knowledge. Currently employed at Spirit Airlines as a line mechanic on Airbus A320 family aircraft, and also serving in the U.S. Air Force Reserve as a Machinist for the 301st Maintenance Squadron.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Spirit Airlines Inc.
03.2023 - Current
- Perform in depth maintenance on all systems, overnight checks, inspections, and engine changes on A320 family aircraft
- Troubleshot mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems and tested equipment following repairs.
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on aircraft pneumatic, avionics and hydraulic systems.
- Performs unscheduled, scheduled maintenance, troubleshooting and remove/replacement of IAE V2500 and Pratt and Whitney PW1100G engines
Aircraft Metals Technology Apprentice
United States Air Force Reserve
07.2021 - Current
- Designs, welds, heat treats, fabricates, and machines precision tools, components, and assemblies for aerospace weapon systems and related support equipment
- Develop jigs, fixtures and tooling to exceed aircraft maintenance requirements.
Line Maintenance A&P Mechanic
SkyWest Airlines
11.2022 - 03.2023
- Line Maintenance Mechanic for CRJ700 type aircraft
- Performed Service checks, 100 hour inspections, and responded to Gate Calls
Mechanic
Kearns Maintenance Group
07.2021 - 10.2022
- Performed as Assistant Team Lead in full airframe rebuild and major hourly inspections as part of Airborne Tactical Advantage Company's Mirage F-1 Return to Service program.
- Tested electrical aircraft systems, components and equipment for compliance with standards and to uncover any malfunctions.
- Performed rigging adjustments for mechanical flight controls.
Aerospace Maintenance Craftsman/SSgt
United States Air Force
07.2014 - 07.2021
- Performs Preflight, Thru-flight/ Park/Receive and Basic Post-flight inspections on 32 of USAF's 59 KC-10.
- Scope of duties includes analyzing, testing, troubleshooting, repairing, removing/installing of KC-10 system components.
- Responsible for maintaining, safeguarding and inventorying Tail Number Bins (TNB) supplies for 32 KC-10 aircraft.
- Debriefs assigned KC-10/transient aircraft; ensures proper input of fight hours, landing status coding/ mission capable reporting.
- Performed and supervised aircraft towing and engine run operation checks
Education
Airframe & Powerplant -
Baker's School of Aeronautics
Lebanon, TN06.2021
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United States Air Force Airman Leadership School
Joint Base McGuire/Dix/Lakehurst, New Jersey09.2018
High School Diploma -
Orange Park High School
Orange Park, FL06.2013
Skills
- Aircraft taxiing/towing
- Line Maintenance Experience
- Hanger Maintenance Experience
- High Lift Experience
- Effective communication
- Safety Procedures
- Computer skills
- Interpreting Technical Documentation
Certification
- Airframe and Powerplant License
- Airbus A320 40h Gen/Fam
- Airbus A320 Run/Taxi
- CRJ 7/900 Gen/Fam
- KC-10 "Red X" Qualification
- KC-10 Engine Run Certified
- KC-10 Advanced Troubleshooting
- Secret Clearance
Accomplishments
Awarded Air Force Achievement Medal for distinguished service as Ceremonial Guardsman, Base Honor Guard, Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey.
Timeline
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Spirit Airlines Inc.
03.2023 - Current
Line Maintenance A&P Mechanic
SkyWest Airlines
11.2022 - 03.2023
Aircraft Metals Technology Apprentice
United States Air Force Reserve
07.2021 - Current
Mechanic
Kearns Maintenance Group
07.2021 - 10.2022
Aerospace Maintenance Craftsman/SSgt
United States Air Force
07.2014 - 07.2021
Airframe & Powerplant -
Baker's School of Aeronautics
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United States Air Force Airman Leadership School
High School Diploma -
Orange Park High School