Phillip McKinney
Waco,TX
Summary
Results-driven Aviation Professional with 27 years in quality assurance, production supervision, and flight line operations. Managed teams of up to 45 mechanics and oversaw 12 aircraft, delivering projects on time and under budget. Trained in Six Sigma and 6S. Knowledgeable in SAP, Solumina and Cost Point as a data management platform.Holds a Secret security clearance..
Overview
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Certification
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality representative/customer liaison
Tyonek services group
04.2021 - 10.2026
- Managed quality assurance as the sole Quality representative for multiple modification programs on Air Force C5 aircraft, ensuring compliance across programs.
- Facilitated communication between Tyonek, L3 Harris, and DCMA (Government representative) to meet quality standards and customer requirements.
- Coordinated quality and program execution to deliver 60+ aircraft on time and under budget, achieving zero major customer rejections.
Quality Assurance Supervisor
Bombardier
12.2019 - 04.2021
- Directed night-shift quality assurance operations, coordinated the inspection process, and ensured inspectors met coverage and accountability standards.
- Supervised quality assurance team, ensuring compliance with aerospace standards and internal procedures.
- Coordinated inspections, audits, and release activities across production and final assembly areas.
- Reviewed nonconformance reports, drove corrective actions, and tracked defect resolution.
Quality Assurance Inspector
Bombardier
09.2019 - 12.2019
- Inspected wing build for Global 7500, ensuring compliance with quality standards and identifying potential issues.
- Inspected aircraft components for compliance with engineering drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
- Verified dimensional accuracy using precision measuring instruments and calibrated inspection equipment.
- Documented nonconformances, initiated corrective actions, and tracked defect resolution through quality systems.
Heavy Structure Mechanic
L3Harris
02.2019 - 09.2019
- Performed heavy-structure repairs on U.S. KC135 aircraft applying structural repair expertise to restore aircraft integrity and support operational readiness.
- Inspected aircraft structures for damage, wear, and corrosion using maintenance manuals and detailed visual checks.
- Repaired sheet metal components through drilling, riveting, fastening, and precision fabrication techniques.
- Interpreted blueprints, technical drawings, and work orders to complete structural modifications accurately.
Flight Line Mechanic/Structure Specialist
Lockheed Martin
09.2017 - 02.2019
- Maintained a fleet of five active P3 Orion aircraft for Customs and Border Patrol by performing structural repairs and component replacements, including flight control surfaces, fairings, engines, APUs, and landing gear.
- Manufactured and installed sheet-metal parts using forming, layout, and drilling techniques, ensuring aircraft structures met safety and performance standards.
- Conducted APU runs and flight-deck checks to support aircraft launch and recovery, contributing to safe and efficient flight-line operations.
Chicago IL. Line Station A and P mechanic
Airlines Chicago O'Hare
02.2017 - 09.2017
- Performed line maintenance on in-service aircraft.
- Inspected airframe and powerplant systems for airworthiness and FAA compliance.
- Troubleshot hydraulic, electrical, and engine malfunctions to restore aircraft serviceability.
- Repaired structural components using approved maintenance manuals and technical specifications.
Manager / Supervisor / Lead Mechanic
L3 Communications
01.1998 - 01.2016
- Managed night-shift operations for multiple programs involving the P3 Orion aircraft, applying production leadership to coordinate aircraft work and project execution.
- Directed operations for up to 45 mechanics and 12 aircraft across five hangars, managing assignments and training.
- Oversaw safety, scheduling, budget, logistics, and personnel supervision as a key production-management member on night shift, ensuring uninterrupted operations.
- Coordinated support groups to facilitate continuous flow of parts, paperwork, engineering, and planning for artisans working on aircraft.
- Led launch of several projects, including wing rebuild facility and complete replacement of P3 Orion empennage, from initial bid proposal through facility setup and workforce hiring and training.
- Reduced cost and time required to replace the aircraft empennage section by over 50% in two years and helped dramatically reduce wing-section rebuild time.
- Contributed to on-time delivery of over 30 aircraft while maintaining the highest standard of quality recognized by the industry.
- Applied strong mechanical expertise and project leadership to bring complex aircraft programs to completion.
Education
Management and Leadership - Management
McClennan Community College
Waco, TXAviation Structural Mechanic School -
Uninted States Coast Guard
Elizabeth City, NCSkills
- Quality assurance
- Compliance expertise
- Aerospace maintenance
- Aircraft Structural Repair
- Precision sheet metal fabrication
- Production management
- Cost Management
- Production Scheduling
- Supply Chain Coordination
- Effective team leadership
Certification
Hold an Airframe and Power Plant License
Personal Information
- Title: Aviation
- Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Additional Information
- Include:
- Manager / Supervisor Quality Assurance Budgeting
- Trainer / Mentor On Time Delivery Safety / Logistics
Timeline
Quality representative/customer liaison
Tyonek services group
04.2021 - 10.2026
Quality Assurance Supervisor
Bombardier
12.2019 - 04.2021
Quality Assurance Inspector
Bombardier
09.2019 - 12.2019
Heavy Structure Mechanic
L3Harris
02.2019 - 09.2019
Flight Line Mechanic/Structure Specialist
Lockheed Martin
09.2017 - 02.2019
Chicago IL. Line Station A and P mechanic
Airlines Chicago O'Hare
02.2017 - 09.2017
Manager / Supervisor / Lead Mechanic
L3 Communications
01.1998 - 01.2016
Management and Leadership - Management
McClennan Community College
Aviation Structural Mechanic School -
Uninted States Coast Guard