Miguel Rivera
Floresville,TX
Summary
Detail-oriented aircraft professional bringing a proven history of effectively directing, monitoring or performing preventive and unscheduled maintenance on aircrafts. Strong knowledge of standard hardware and materials with an insatiable curiosity of new industry materials and techniques. Skilled Aircraft Mechanic with in-depth knowledge of F16, F15, T38, T37, T6, T1, F111, C5 model aircrafts. Well-versed in executing in-process and final inspection on aircrafts to ensure continuous accuracy and safety for all equipment.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Aircraft Mechanic Inspector
United States Air Force Civil Service
Del Rio, TX
11.2018 - 02.2023
- Directed activities to manage and maintain [Number] US Army helicopters and assets valued at $[Number] to achieve readiness and mission standards.
- Used diagnostics and troubleshooting tools to identify failures and equipment issues.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to locate source of malfunctions.
- Updated maintenance and repair logs according to services performed and submitted reports to supervisors for review.
- Completed standard inspections to assess wear and damage to vehicles.
- Reviewed work orders and discussed with supervisors.
- Executed corrosion control and inspection duties with minimal supervision.
- Utilized hand and power tools to detect and repair aircraft malfunctions and damages.
- Supervised and completed flight line foreign object prevention walks.
- Attached test instruments to equipment, reading dials and gauges to diagnose malfunctions.
- Planned work procedures using charts, technical manuals and experience.
- Inspected and verified dimensions and clearances of parts to verify conformance to factory specifications.
Jet Engine Mechanic
United States Air Force Civil Service
Del Rio, TX
07.2010 - 11.2018
- Performed random quality checks using digital diagnostic tools.
- Worked on aircraft engines by repairing in place, refurbishing and building new models.
- Completed inspections and targeted repairs of aircraft systems, components and structures.
- Updated integrated maintenance data system with latest service actions.
- Troubleshot and repaired problems, updated assemblies and adjusted both conventional and modified jet engines.
- Installed aircraft bearings and seals with assistance of ovens and dry ice.
- Researched, read and interpreted technical manuals and guidelines before inspections, installations and repairs.
- Assembled and installed mechanical, hydraulic and structural components and accessories using appropriate tools.
- Inspected completed work to certify that maintenance adhered to standards and procedures.
- Completed scheduled and unscheduled safety and performance assessments.
- Reported issues, malfunctions, unusual wear, or damage to appropriate personnel.
- Managed repair logs, documenting preventive and corrective aircraft maintenance activities.
- Performed troubleshooting procedures to find root causes of faults.
- Recommended replacement, repair or modification of aircraft equipment based on inspection.
- Interpreted logs to understand issue history and nature, troubleshoot faults and identify next steps.
- Performed maintenance services such as lubricating components.
- Utilized drawings and schematics to install, remove and modify aircraft structures, systems and components.
- Disassembled and inspected engines and components for wear, breaks or other deficiencies.
- Serviced and maintained aircraft systems, flushing crankcases, cleaning screens and greasing moving parts.
- Removed aircraft parts such as engines, pumps and landing gear.
- Requested aviation parts and supplies before scheduled repairs to meet inventory needs.
Jet Engine Mechanic
Areotech
San Antonio, TX
06.2009 - 05.2010
- Recorded maintenance performance in aircraft logbooks and completed other paperwork requirements.
- Read and interpreted safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals to solve problems.
- Inspected parts or aircraft to identify defects, proper fluid levels and general wear.
- Completed flightline, hangar maintenance and repairs on assigned aircraft.
- Serviced and lubricated aircraft and subsystems as directed.
- Cultivated safe and organized work area by maintaining active control over tools and equipment and retaining FOD awareness at all times.
- Preserved units or parts during work process, installation and storage.
- Used current data and proper tools to perform maintenance.
- Trained [Number] new employees on company policies and protocols.
- Performed time compliance technical orders and service instructions to install structural components.
- Transported vehicles for repair by driving, towing or pushing into service bay.
- Operated riding type electric powered elevating equipment to accomplish work assignment.
- Directed activities to manage and maintain [Number] US Army helicopters and assets valued at $[Number] to achieve readiness and mission standards.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to locate source of malfunctions.
- Used diagnostics and troubleshooting tools to identify failures and equipment issues.
- Updated maintenance and repair logs according to services performed and submitted reports to supervisors for review.
- Reviewed work orders and discussed with supervisors.
- Executed corrosion control and inspection duties with minimal supervision.
- Utilized hand and power tools to detect and repair aircraft malfunctions and damages.
- Improved function of engines by replacing spark plugs, fuel filters and defective sensors.
- Adjusted and repaired systems to meet manufacturers' performance specifications.
- Attached test instruments to equipment, reading dials and gauges to diagnose malfunctions.
- Planned work procedures using charts, technical manuals and experience.
- Examined and adjusted protective guards, loose bolts and specified safety devices.
- Utilized electronic testing equipment to troubleshoot fuel, ignition and emissions control systems.
- Inspected and verified dimensions and clearances of parts to verify conformance to factory specifications.
Jet Engine Test Cell Technician/Hush House
Texas Air National Guard/Active Guard Reserve(AGR)
San Antonio Tx Lackland AFB, TX
05.1996 - 05.2009
- Climbed various heights on multiple structures safely and efficiently to repair equipment.
- Installed transmission lines, antennas, cabling, braces and supports to promote communications operations.
- Conducted daily site safety analysis meetings, equipment inspections and safety kit and [Type] inspections.
- Performed inspections, maintenance, testing and repair work on jet engines, propellers, turboshaft engines and other aerospace propulsion systems.
- Improved system operation and performance by optimizing maintenance and repair procedures.
- Troubleshot and repaired problems, updated assemblies and adjusted both conventional and modified jet engines.
- Tracked repair and maintenance activities with daily log updates and thorough reports.
- Completed daily inspections of each aircraft to check flight readiness.
- Performed preventive and corrective maintenance on GE F110,PW 220, 220Eand PW 200 jet enginesType] and F16 Blk 50 and F16 Blk 25 aircraft.
- Serviced all types of aircraft systems, including brakes, air handling and electrical.
- Balanced flight controls for accuracy and safety.
- Adhered to Tec orders and Safety standards in all repairs.
- Disassembled units and inspected parts for wear with micrometers, calipers and gauges.
Jet Engine Technician
United States Air Force
Multiple Home Stations, Tx, Id, Germany
05.1993 - 04.2009
- Improved system operation and performance by optimizing maintenance and repair procedures.
- Performed inspections, maintenance, testing and repair work on jet engines, propellers, turboshaft engines and other aerospace propulsion systems.
- Troubleshot and repaired problems, updated assemblies and adjusted both conventional and modified jet engines.
- Tracked repair and maintenance activities with daily log updates and thorough reports.
- Performed preventive and corrective maintenance on F15 and F16 aircraft.
- Adhered to Applicable tech data and safety standards in all repairs.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to locate source of malfunctions.
- Used diagnostics and troubleshooting tools to identify failures and equipment issues.
- Updated maintenance and repair logs according to services performed and submitted reports to supervisors for review.
- Reviewed work orders and discussed with supervisors.
- Executed corrosion control and inspection duties with minimal supervision.
- Utilized hand and power tools to detect and repair aircraft malfunctions and damages.
- Improved function of engines by replacing spark plugs, fuel filters and defective sensors.
- Adjusted and repaired systems to meet manufacturers' performance specifications.
- Supervised and completed flight line foreign object prevention walks.
- Attached test instruments to equipment, reading dials and gauges to diagnose malfunctions.
- Planned work procedures using charts, technical manuals and experience.
- Disassembled units and inspected parts for wear with micrometers, calipers and gauges.
- Examined and adjusted protective guards, loose bolts and specified safety devices.
- Utilized electronic testing equipment to troubleshoot fuel, ignition and emissions control systems.
- Disassembled and overhauled internal combustion engines, pumps and generators.
- Inspected and verified dimensions and clearances of parts to verify conformance to factory specifications.
- Completed daily inspections of each aircraft to check flight readiness.
- Performed preventive and corrective maintenance on J85,J69, F200,F220,F220E GE F110, T39,
- [Type] and [Type] aircraft.
- Performed preventive and corrective maintenance on J69,]J85,T62T,F200,F220, F220E T56 and T37,T38,F16,F15,F111,pe] aircraft.
Education
High School Diploma -
Balboa High School
Panama, Canal Zone06.1981
Skills
- Fire Extinguishing and Oxygen Systems
- Military Maintenance Standards
- Identifies, Installs and Removes Common Aircraft Fasteners
- Safety Protocol Knowledge
- Attentive to Detail
- Inspections Proficiency
- T37,T38,T62T,F16,F15,T6T1 Aircraft Trained
- Compliance Standards
- Technical Documentation Reading
- Refinishing Abilities
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional
Certification
- Aircraft Weight and Balance procedures Training - 2018
Timeline
Aircraft Mechanic Inspector
United States Air Force Civil Service
11.2018 - 02.2023
Jet Engine Mechanic
United States Air Force Civil Service
07.2010 - 11.2018
Jet Engine Mechanic
Areotech
06.2009 - 05.2010
Jet Engine Test Cell Technician/Hush House
Texas Air National Guard/Active Guard Reserve(AGR)
05.1996 - 05.2009
Jet Engine Technician
United States Air Force
05.1993 - 04.2009
High School Diploma -
Balboa High School
- Aircraft Weight and Balance procedures Training - 2018
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