Michael Sobecki
Spotsylvania,VA
Summary
Maintenance Supervisor with expertise in aircraft maintenance and project management. Demonstrated success in improving operational efficiency and driving mission success through strategic planning. Proven track record of leading teams to achieve high-performance standards.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Flight Detachment Maintenance Supervisor
Marine Helicopter Squadron One
Quantico, Virginia
06.2020 - Current
- Reviewed aircraft discrepancy logs regularly to maintain proper configuration and accuracy.
- Executed comprehensive planning for 377 detachments of Marines and helicopters, achieving 100% mission success.
- The Supervised Maintenance Department’s operations and supported material requirements effectively for three types of model aircraft: the VH-3D, VH-60N, and VH-92A.
- Coordinated with Operations Department for efficient scheduling of squadron aircraft usage.
- Served as primary liaison with Operations, White House Military Office, and contractors to ensure maintenance needs forecasted accurately.
- Trained 20 Safe for Flight Maintenance Controllers in procedures that enhance operational efficiency.
- Led daily meetings with the Operations Officer supporting aircrew training requirements directly.
- Managed near-, mid-, and long-range planning for all phase maintenance schedules.
CH-53E Crew Chief
Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 361
San Diego, California
03.2012 - 06.2020
- Successfully supervised 35 Marines during SLTE 2-20, focusing on development and maintenance excellence.
- Led Flight Line Division as Acting Chief, achieving successful execution of critical maintenance tasks for 377 sorties.
- Maintained high standards as a CH-53E Crew Chief, achieving 764.8 mishap-free flight hours while adhering to regulations.
- Coordinated daily maintenance control activities, ensuring accurate task delegation to meet operational timelines.
- Enhanced interdepartmental communications between Flight Line Division and Maintenance Control for streamlined operations.
- Mentored junior Marines on professional military education and Marine Net course completion to support overall training objectives.
- Oversaw and ensured accuracy of administrative submissions related to unit maintenance processes.
- Provided guidance as Staff Non-Commissioned Officer, promoting a culture of professional development within the team.
F/A-18 Structure/Hydraulics Mechanic
Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 314
San Diego, California
05.2007 - 03.2012
- Counseled junior Marines personally and professionally in line with Marine Corps Mentorship Program.
- Monitored all scheduled and unscheduled maintenance operations for 12 F/A-18D aircraft.
- Collaborated with Maintenance Control, Quality Assurance, Naval Aviation Depot, and Naval Air Technical Data and Engineering Service Command to prioritize maintenance tasks.
- Documented maintenance actions in compliance with applicable publications and directives.
- Employed Operational Risk Management (ORM) for effective task assignment to subordinates.
- Facilitated acceptance, transfer, modifications, and Naval Air Depot maintenance action coordination.
- Executed inspections and repairs on hydraulic, pneumatic, and structural systems of aircraft.
Education
High School Diploma -
Airport Senior High School
Carleton, MI06-2006
Skills
- Aircraft maintenance
- Strategic planning
- Maintenance scheduling
- Effective communication
- Project management
- Technical documentation
- Problem solving
- TS/SCI Clearance with Yankee White
Certification
- Certified Safe for Flight Maintenance Controller, Marine Helicopter Squadron One - September 2021 - Present
Timeline
Executive Flight Detachment Maintenance Supervisor
Marine Helicopter Squadron One
06.2020 - Current
CH-53E Crew Chief
Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 361
03.2012 - 06.2020
F/A-18 Structure/Hydraulics Mechanic
Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 314
05.2007 - 03.2012
High School Diploma -
Airport Senior High School