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Michael Hancock

Fort Worth,TX

Summary

Highly experienced airframe & powerplant mechanic with ten years in aviation maintenance. Demonstrated expertise includes seven years maintaining United States Air Force KC-10 aircraft, three years as a drilling reservist with the 301st Fighter Wing as an aerospace machinist, and two years in airline aircraft line maintenance. Exceptional technical skills with meticulous attention to detail and a proven track record of leading teams in maintenance actions. Proficient in maintaining diverse aircraft systems, including electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems. Thorough knowledge of standard industry hardware and materials, coupled with a continuous drive for acquiring new knowledge. Currently employed at Spirit Airlines as a line mechanic on Airbus A320 family aircraft.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior 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
  • Troubleshoots mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems and ensured equipment functionality following repairs.
  • Collaborated with engineering to troubleshoot complex technical issues, leading to more effective problem-solving and resolution.
  • 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
  • Improved team productivity by providing comprehensive training to junior technicians on essential aircraft maintenance skills.
  • Ensured compliance with all FAA regulations in performing maintenance tasks, prioritizing safety at all times.

Aircraft Metals Technology Journeyman

United States Air Force Reserve
07.2021 - 11.2024
  • Designs, welds, heat treats, fabricates, and machines precision tools, components, and assemblies for Aircraft components, weapon systems, and related support equipment
  • Develop jigs, fixtures and tooling to exceed aircraft maintenance requirements.
  • Inspected airframes to detect wear and other defects.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings and schematics to determine parts dimensions.

Line Maintenance A&P Mechanic

SkyWest Airlines
10.2022 - 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.
  • Supervised aircraft towing and engine run operation checks
  • Championed cross-functional collaboration between different specialties within the team achieving seamless workflow integration by learning aspects of other shops to enure smooth communication
  • Enhanced team cohesion with regular debriefings, feedback sessions, and team-building exercises.
  • Conducted regular performance evaluations of maintenance staff to identify strengths, areas for improvement, and opportunities for growth within the military.

Education

Airframe & Powerplant License -

Baker's School of Aeronautics
06.2021

Airman Leadership School - Organizational Leadership

Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL
09.2018

High School Diploma -

Orange Park High School
06.2013

Skills

  • Quality assurance procedures
  • Team leadership experience
  • Safety compliance management
  • Avionics troubleshooting
  • Advanced troubleshooting
  • Eng/Run Taxi
  • Problem-solving aptitude

Certification

  • Airframe and Powerplant License
  • Airbus A320 40h Gen/Fam
  • Airbus A320 Run/Taxi
  • Airbus A320 80hr/ Advanced Troubleshooting Course
  • CRJ 7/900 Gen/Fam
  • KC-10 "Red X/In-Progress Inspection" Qualification
  • KC-10 Engine Run Certified
  • KC-10 Advanced Troubleshooting Course


Accomplishments

    Awarded Air Force Achievement Medal for distinguished service as Ceremonial Guardsman, Base Honor Guard, Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey.

Timeline

Senior Aircraft Maintenance Technician

Spirit Airlines Inc.
03.2023 - Current

Line Maintenance A&P Mechanic

SkyWest Airlines
10.2022 - 03.2023

Aircraft Metals Technology Journeyman

United States Air Force Reserve
07.2021 - 11.2024

Mechanic

Kearns Maintenance Group
07.2021 - 10.2022

Aerospace Maintenance Craftsman/SSgt

United States Air Force
07.2014 - 07.2021

High School Diploma -

Orange Park High School
  • Airframe and Powerplant License
  • Airbus A320 40h Gen/Fam
  • Airbus A320 Run/Taxi
  • Airbus A320 80hr/ Advanced Troubleshooting Course
  • CRJ 7/900 Gen/Fam
  • KC-10 "Red X/In-Progress Inspection" Qualification
  • KC-10 Engine Run Certified
  • KC-10 Advanced Troubleshooting Course


Airframe & Powerplant License -

Baker's School of Aeronautics

Airman Leadership School - Organizational Leadership

Community College of The Air Force
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