Michael Leeds
York,PA
Summary
Dedicated serviceman focused on applying eight years of military aircraft maintenance and management experience to earn continued growth in the civilian sector. Exceptionally hard worker well-versed in equipment operation, quality standards, and safety hazards.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Installer
Signature Signs
Columbia, PA
06.2022 - Current
- Led installation teams to ensure timely project completion and adherence to safety standards.
- Developed and implemented workflow improvements, enhancing team productivity and reducing downtime.
- Coordinated with clients to determine project specifications and installation requirements.
- Collaborated with project managers to assess site conditions and prepare installation plans.
- Manufactured/Assembled/Installed sign and electrical components to meet all city ordinances and UL regulations with 100% pass rate
Business Development Consultant
UTS Systems
York, PA
01.2020 - 06.2022
- Developed strategic partnerships to enhance market reach and drive business growth.
- Conducted market research to identify emerging trends and customer needs, informing product development initiatives.
- Marketed services to current clients as well as local and national businesses resulting in $10M+ in revenue.
Production Supervisor
UTS Systems
Fort Walton Beach, Florida
02.2018 - 01.2020
- Oversaw production process and managed production schedule.
- Evaluated incoming materials for quality and amounts ordered.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Kept work environments safe and efficient at all times.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Evaluated team member performance regularly to identify and resolve productivity concerns.
- Trained staff of 15+ employees to perform assembly and manufacture of specified products.
Sales Manager
Km Cycle & Marine
Fort Walton Beach, Florida
07.2016 - 02.2018
- Promptly resolved all customer requests, questions and complaints.
- Identified, hired and trained highly-qualified staff by teaching best practices, procedures and sales strategies.
- Monitored sales team performance, analyzed sales data and reported information to area managers; >90% customer report satisfaction
- Attended weekly meetings with VP of Sales to discuss strategies.
Dedicated Crew Chief/Flightline Expediter
United States Air Force
Hurlburt Field, Florida
01.2014 - 07.2016
- Lead Technician on AC130 Aircraft valued at $198M
- Managed a diverse team of 25 technicians, ensuring proper training and adherence to safety standards.
- Coordinated team scheduling to optimize resource allocation and enhance mission readiness.
- Attended pre/post dock meetings/supervised resources to complete scheduled/unscheduled maintenance directed by Production Superintendent
- Assisted in the development and delivery of technical training programs for junior crew members, improving overall team competency levels
Aircrew & Maintenance Debrief Technician/ Data Integrity Team Monitor
United States Air Force
Hurlburt Field, Florida
10.2012 - 01.2014
- Unit focal point for all aspects of aircraft systems debrief on 17 assigned AC-130U Gunships valued at $3.3B
- Documented Integrated Maintenance Data System (IMDS); flagged repeat malfunctions for trend analysis/reporting
- Reviewed and consolidated unit Data Integrity Team (DIT) Program for home station and deployed maintenance
- Ensured correct reporting of aircraft system capability codes
Education
Bachelor of Science - Aviation/Business Development
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA01-2027
Associate of Applied Science - Aerospace Maintenance Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Hurlburt Field, FloridaSkills
- Team leader/manager
- Advanced assembly and production
- Welding/sheet metal experience
- Inventory Management
- Quality Assurance
- Interpersonal Communication
Timeline
Lead Installer
Signature Signs
06.2022 - Current
Business Development Consultant
UTS Systems
01.2020 - 06.2022
Production Supervisor
UTS Systems
02.2018 - 01.2020
Sales Manager
Km Cycle & Marine
07.2016 - 02.2018
Dedicated Crew Chief/Flightline Expediter
United States Air Force
01.2014 - 07.2016
Aircrew & Maintenance Debrief Technician/ Data Integrity Team Monitor
United States Air Force
10.2012 - 01.2014
Bachelor of Science - Aviation/Business Development
Liberty University
Associate of Applied Science - Aerospace Maintenance Technology
Community College of The Air Force