Michael Johnson
Jacksonville,Florida
Summary
Experienced Quality Control Inspector skilled at inspections, assessments and reporting on quality issues. Works well with production teams. Well-qualified in documentation, reporting and compliance standards. Meticulous and methodical professional with a deep understanding of manufacturing and production operations. Bringing 30 plus years of mechanical and inspection experience.
Overview
46
46
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Quality Control Inspector
Flightstar Aircraft Services
08.2017 - Current
- Perform both primary inspections and buy-back inspections as assigned.
- Perform both visual and dimensional inspections properly and accurately.
- Writes up inspection items accurately, noting discrepancies' clearly.
- Performs buybacks inspection ensuring that previously noted and subsequently repaired items have been properly completed and documented.
- Researches and retrieves technical data as necessary.
- Maintains an updated, current knowledge of technical information and inspection techniques and requirements through adequate research and technical reading.
- Follows safety procedures and wears and utilizes appropriate safety equipment for the work being performed.
Quality Control Inspector
Northrop Grumman
10.2010 - 08.2017
- Performs both primary inspections and buy-back inspections as assigned on KC-10 and JSTAR (B-707) aircraft
- Performs both visual and dimensional inspections properly and accurately.
- Writes up inspection items accurately, noting discrepancies' clearly.
- Performs buybacks inspection ensuring that previously noted and subsequently repaired items have been properly completed and documented.
- Maintained compliance with industry regulations QMS standards ISO 9001
- Perform C checks on KC-10 and JSTAR (B-707) aircraft
- Repair, remove and install engine and engine components, landing gear, flight control surfaces, hydraulic, and pneumatic system components
- Perform functional and operational checks, troubleshooting, and servicing on aircraft systems
- Inspect aircraft structure, aircraft systems, and CF6-60C2 engines
Aircraft Mechanic
PATS Aircraft Systems
06.2007 - 10.2010
- Maintained safety standards by adhering to FAA regulations and company policies during routine maintenance and repairs.
- Perform A, B, and C checks on B-737 aircraft
- Comply with Air Directives and Service Bulletins
- Install and complete all areas of testing of auxiliary fuel tanks
- Run-up qualified on B-737, CRJ, and Embraer 195 aircraft
- Tow qualified and fuel truck qualified
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Savannah Air Center
09.2005 - 11.2006
- Perform A, B, and C checks on Gulfstream GIV, GV, Hawker, Global 5000, and Challenger aircraft
- Troubleshot mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems and tested equipment following repairs.
- Developed strong relationships with colleagues, fostering a positive work atmosphere conducive to teamwork and effective communication.
- Run-up qualified on Global 5000 aircraft
- Aircraft tow certified and fuel truck qualified
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Gulfstream Aerospace
08.2002 - 06.2005
- Perform hourly and unscheduled CMP maintenance on Gulfstream II, III, IV, and V aircraft
- Repair, remove and install engine components, landing gear, flight control surfaces, hydraulic, and pneumatic system components
- Perform functional and operational checks, rig flight controls, troubleshooting, and servicing
- Run-up qualified on GIV and GV aircraft
- Tow qualified and fuel truck qualified
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
TIMCO Aviation Services
08.1999 - 08.2002
- Performed C and D check overhaul maintenance on B-727, B-767, and DC-9 aircraft and A checks
- Removed and installed aircraft subsystem assemblies such as engines, landing gear, mechanical flight controls, hydraulic and pneumatic system components
- Perform functional and operational checks, rig flight controls, troubleshooting, and aircraft servicing
Flight Line Expediter / Supervisor
United States Air Force
09.1995 - 09.1999
- Direct and coordinate scheduled and unscheduled maintenance
- Plan daily priorities
- Develop weekly schedules
- Oversaw over 100 personnel and 12 KC-135R/T aircraft
- Instruct personnel on maintenance and job functions
- Ensure quality maintenance
Engine Mechanic Lead / Lead Crew Chief
United States Air Force
01.1992 - 09.1995
- Oversaw aircraft through all phases of servicing, scheduled and unscheduled maintenance of KC-135R aircraft as crew chief
- Maintained qualifications in electro-environmental, hydraulics, guidance and control, com nav, and jet engines
- Utilized and maintained various test equipment and ground power units
- Run-up qualified on KC-135R/T aircraft
Jet Engine Technician Supervisor
United States Air Force
09.1989 - 01.1992
- Troubleshot, repaired, removed, and installed aircraft power plants and components on B-52H aircraft
- Utilized and maintained various test equipment and ground power units
- Run-up qualified on B-52H
Jet Engine Lead
United States Air Force
01.1985 - 09.1989
- Troubleshot, repaired, removed, and installed aircraft power plants and components on B-52G and KC-135A aircraft
- Utilized and maintained various test equipment and ground power units
- Performed phase dock inspections and repairs on KC-135A and B-52G as jet engine lead
- Run-up qualified on KC-135A and B-52G aircraft
Jet Engine Mechanic
United States Air Force
09.1981 - 12.1984
- Performed phase dock inspections and repairs on F-4E aircraft
- Maintained, inspected, adjusted, J-79 engine systems
- Run-up qualified on F-4E aircraft
Jet Engine Mechanic
United States Air Force
03.1978 - 09.1981
- Performed engine testing on C-141A and C-5A engines
- Removed and replaced engine components
- Engine test cell run qualified on TF-33 and TF-39 engines
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Applied Aerospace Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, ALSkills
Aircraft Mechanics: Performing heavy and routine maintenance on various type aircraft: * B-727 * B-737 * B-767 * B-707 (JSTAR) * Gulfstream GV, GIV, G-200 * Global 5000 * DC-9 * CRJ * Embraer 195 * KC-10 * KC-135A/R * B-52G/H * F-4E * C-5A * C-141B
Aircraft Systems: Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain diverse systems… * Flight Controls * Hydraulics * Landing Gear * Pneumatics * Power plants * Fuel * Auxiliary Fuel * APU
Inspection
Operate and maintain a variety of test equipment and tools
Certification
Airframe and Powerplant License.........1992
Timeline
Quality Control Inspector
Flightstar Aircraft Services
08.2017 - Current
Quality Control Inspector
Northrop Grumman
10.2010 - 08.2017
Aircraft Mechanic
PATS Aircraft Systems
06.2007 - 10.2010
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Savannah Air Center
09.2005 - 11.2006
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Gulfstream Aerospace
08.2002 - 06.2005
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
TIMCO Aviation Services
08.1999 - 08.2002
Flight Line Expediter / Supervisor
United States Air Force
09.1995 - 09.1999
Engine Mechanic Lead / Lead Crew Chief
United States Air Force
01.1992 - 09.1995
Jet Engine Technician Supervisor
United States Air Force
09.1989 - 01.1992
Jet Engine Lead
United States Air Force
01.1985 - 09.1989
Jet Engine Mechanic
United States Air Force
09.1981 - 12.1984
Jet Engine Mechanic
United States Air Force
03.1978 - 09.1981
Associate of Applied Science - Applied Aerospace Technology
Community College of The Air Force
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