Patrick Leach
Nashville,GA
Summary
Dynamic leader and problem solver with extensive experience in a leading-edge and highly technical industry, managing over $9.1B in assets. Demonstrates exceptional team management and interpersonal communication, ensuring peak operational efficiency. Specializes in innovative solutions and meticulous attention to detail.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Aircraft Personnel Ejection Systems Manager
United States Air Force
01.2023 - Current
- Leading Technician and Supervisors 15 technicians who perform aircraft and asset maintenance on the ejection systems for 42 A-10 aircraft.
- Performs advanced maintenance supervises section equipment including $21K in vital equipment.
- Manages local quality assurance program for 100 technicians across 3 specialized fields.
- Manages 4 facilities valued in excess of $30 Million, coordinating maintenance and repair, managing vendor and contractor relationships, and ensuring cost-effective use of space and resources.
Aircraft Fuel Systems Tool Room Manager
United States Air Force
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Utilized lean manufacturing principles to reduce waste and increase efficiency throughout the tool room operations.
- Researched potential suppliers for replacement parts when necessary, obtaining competitive pricing options from multiple sources.
- Collaborated with other departments to identify areas for improvement within the tool room process flow.
- Conducted regular audits of tools stored in the facility to ensure accuracy of inventory levels.
- Performed regular maintenance on machinery and equipment, troubleshooting any problems that arose.
- Ensured all safety regulations were adhered to within the tool room environment.
- Implemented new technologies into the tool room operations, such as computerized inventory tracking systems.
- Created detailed reports outlining existing conditions in the tool room and proposed solutions to improve productivity.
- Managed and maintained tool room inventory, ensuring accuracy of stock levels.
Aircraft Fuel Systems Manager
United States Air Force
04.2020 - 01.2021
- Supervises 46 personnel performing maintenance on 48 aircraft valued at $2.6 Billion.
- Created Detailed reports outlining the status of all aircraft and equipment.
- Collaborated with suppliers to source cost-effective parts for emergency repairs and scheduled maintenance.
- Ensures proper utilization and administers security of over $29.1 million in facilities, tools, and support equipment.
- Developed relationships with local service centers that specialize in repairing complex problems associated with modern fuel systems.
Aircraft Fuel Systems Manager
United States Air Force
04.2016 - 04.2020
- Created detailed reports outlining the status of each aircrafts fuel system health after every inspection cycle.
- Collaborated with suppliers to source cost-effective spare parts for repairs and maintenance of fuel systems.
- Developed relationships with local service centers that specialize in repairing complex problems associated with modern fuel systems.
- Supervises 14 personnel performing maintenance on 34 aircraft valued at $2.5B.
- Initiates product quality deficiency reports/confined space permits/mx analysis/equip reports and technical data changes.
- Ensures proper utilization and administers security of over $43.9 M in fuels facilities, tools, and contingency support equip.
Aircraft Fuel Systems Technician
United States Air Force
06.2014 - 04.2020
- Provided technical guidance to junior technicians regarding the repair of aircraft fuel systems
- Repaired and replaced malfunctioning parts in fuel systems, such as pumps, filters, valves, and lines
- Identified areas needing improvement in existing aircraft fuel system designs
- Performs confined space entry procedures, operational & functional checks, scheduled and unscheduled maintenance
- Identifies, isolates, diagnoses, & resolves component faults by using technical publications and analytical techniques
- Updates/reconciles aircraft 781 forms w/O081/IMDS databases; provides timely/accurate data collection/documentation
- Inspects, troubleshoots, repairs, and installs fuel system components for 34 C130J, AC-130W, And CV-22 Aircraft Valued at $4 Billion
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Aviation Maintenance
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Valdosta, GA04.2025
Skills
- Project management
- Innovative Mindset
- Employee Training
- Talent Acquisition
- Attention to Detail
- Leadership development
- Innovation management
- Cost analysis
- Customer service
- Inventory tracking and management
- Scheduling
- Quality assurance
Certification
- Six Sigma Green Belt Course, Six Sigma Council, 10/01/22, Six Sigma Green Belt is an individual that possesses a thorough understanding of enhanced problem-solving skills, with an emphasis on the DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve and Control) model.
- Airman Leadership School, Royal Air Force Base Mildenhall, 07/01/18, 10-week course on principles of Leadership and team management covering principles like personality types, identification of subordinate motivators, communication skills, and effective disciplinary actions.
Accomplishments
- General Larry O. Spencer Innovation Award, Secretary of the Air Force Wilson, 05/01/19, Air Force-level award for Superior innovative capabilities and production of a new patented product that resulted in $38 Million dollars a year saved at a cost of $14.80 in materials.
- Lt General Leo Marquez Maintainer of the Year, Colonel Christopher Amrhein, 02/01/18, Air Force-level award presented for having demonstrated superior service, performance, job knowledge, and results in aircraft maintenance.
- Maintainer of the Quarter, Lt Colonel Weme, 09/01/17, Awarded for superb time management, highly effective maintenance, and reducing labor costs.
- Support Maintainer of the Quarter, Lt Col Weme, 12/01/17, Awarded for process improvement initiatives and maintaining the annual qualification program for 37 personnel with zero discrepancies, zero missed appointments, and flawless program management.
Timeline
Aircraft Personnel Ejection Systems Manager
United States Air Force
01.2023 - Current
Aircraft Fuel Systems Tool Room Manager
United States Air Force
01.2021 - 01.2023
Aircraft Fuel Systems Manager
United States Air Force
04.2020 - 01.2021
Aircraft Fuel Systems Manager
United States Air Force
04.2016 - 04.2020
Aircraft Fuel Systems Technician
United States Air Force
06.2014 - 04.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Aviation Maintenance
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
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