Rodrigo Meneses Cuellar
Pensacola,US
Summary
Aircraft Maintenance Technician with over 27 years of experience in optimizing safety, quality, and efficiency in aviation operations. Demonstrating a solid track record of implementing rigorous maintenance protocols and strategies that enhance aircraft performance. Proficient in troubleshooting complex mechanical issues and ensuring regulatory compliance. My goals are to leverage my extensive expertise to contribute to a forward-thinking aviation organization.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Aircraft Technology Engineer
VT Mobile Aerospace Engineering Inc.
Pensacola, US
11.2022 - Current
- I have been involved in the maintenance and repair of aircraft and aircraft components as a mechanical APG on Boeing 757-200 and Airbus A300, and have been responsible for inspection and maintenance to ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations
- This role involves working on both airframe and powerplant systems, including engines and landing gear, in compliance with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations and manufacturer specifications
- The practical experience gained and demonstrated is comprehensive and includes, but is not limited to, the following:
- Performed a basic to advance level skilled work to identify, removed and install aircraft component and to perform servicing of engines and aircraft accessories
- Thorough knowledge and understanding of aircraft maintenance manuals (IPC, AMM, SRM, SPOM, CMM, service bulletins and others)
- Strict compliance with the instructions and safety information necessary for the correct and safe performance of the work assigned
- Safety precautions when using toxic fluids and chemical solvents, in general all hazardous materials
- Thorough knowledge and understanding of torque wrenches and precision measurements from torque tables, such as caliper, inspection of cables, fluid lines and fittings
- Operational Checks, troubleshooting, GVI´s, removal and installation of components in the hydraulic systems of PCA´s (Aileron, Spoiler, Elevator) and adjusment of PCA´s, air conditioning systems, fire protection systems, flight controls, fuel systems, landing gear and pneumatic systems
- Servicing and replenishing of hydraulic and oil systems
- Troubleshooting, removal and installation of its filters and associated components
- Fueling, de-fueling and draining of aircraft fuel tanks and transferring of fuel, component replacements, and system operational and functional checks of A/C systems
- Inspection and servicing of the engine oil system, filters replacement and draining systems
- Troubleshooting, removal, installation of engine (PW2000 and RR535/RB211)
- Fuel system inspection
- Removal and installation of fuel metering
- Removal, inspection, installation of thrust reverses ASSY and components, including actuators, translating cowls, blocker doors, blocker doors drag links
- Fueling and Defueling
- Forklifts, scissor lifts and snorkel lifts training
Aircraft MECHANIC
lª Air Brigade
, Chile
01.2011 - 09.2022
- Company Overview: Chilean Air Force
- I worked as an aircraft mechanic of the following aircrafts CASA-212 200/300 series in scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and in flight line maintenance
- I also worked as a C-212 fleet technical instructor, where I was part of a great work team, in which each member contributed and received ideas on maintenance, where I had the opportunity to lead as supervisor the operational support squadron of the Aviation Group No
- 2
- Performed scheduled and Unscheduled maintenance, inspections, functional check and preventive maintenance on tactical aircraft and aircraft-installed equipment
- Examined and tested aircraft accessories
- Inspect parts for wear, cracks, security or other defects
- Performed scheduled inspections and maintenance on aircraft engine including engine checks (Garret PTE 331)
- Documented detailed records of all maintenance activities and repairs
- Troubleshoot aircraft structure, landing gear, flight surfaces and controls, engines, fuel systems, anti-icing systems
- Flight line maintenance in subsystems (leak, operational and functional test, services, failure analysis, fueling and defueling)
- Strong knowledge with the risks associated with flight operations
- Aircraft towing supervision
- Chilean Air Force
Aircraft mechanic
Aerial Search and Rescue Service Squadron (SAR)
, Chile
03.2010 - 12.2010
- Company Overview: Easter Island, Chile
- Aircraft : CESSNA 337 Super Skymaster 0-2A as a Aircraft Mechanic performed all works in accordance with manufacture maintenance manuals
- Some of the works I have done is described below
- Performed preventative maintenance on aircraft system and components (aircraft structure, landing gear, flight surfaces and controls, engines, fuel systems)
- Conducted troubleshooting and repairs on aircraft systems
- Documented maintenance and repairs in aircraft logbooks
- Ensured aircraft safety and functionality through routine inspections
- Inspected and performed various functional checks of the aircraft as well as ensure that the aircrafts have been properly serviced with fuel, hydraulic fluid and oxygen (Preflight)
- Ensured the aircraft is still in operationally ready condition (Postflight)
- Performed routine aircraft maintenance checks and inspections
- Troubleshot and repaired aircraft systems to ensure safe operation
- Conducted preventative maintenance on aircraft engines and components (Continental IO360)
- Easter Island, Chile
AIRCRAFT MECHANIC
1ª Air Brigade
, Chile
01.2000 - 01.2009
- Company Overview: Chilean Air Force
- Aircraft : Piper Dakota PA-28, Cessna 337 Super Skymaster 0-2A, Beechcraft 99A, CASA C-212
- I have acquired my experience as an Aircraft Mechanic performed all works in accordance with manufacture maintenance manuals
- Some of the works I have done is described below
- Performed routine and non-routine inspections on aircraft and engines to identify wear, demage or malfunctions
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks to ensure the safety and efficiency of aircraft systems
- Scheduled inspections, functional check on aircraft and aircraft-installed equipment
- Performed scheduled inspections and maintenance on aircraft engines including engine checks and component replacements
- ( Lycoming O-540, Continental IO-360 , PW PT6A-27 and Garret PTE 331)
- Maintained detailed records of all maintenance activities and repairs
- Strict compliance with the instructions and safety information necessary for the correct and safe performance of the work assigned
- Troubleshoot aircraft structure, landing gear, flight surfaces and controls, engines, fuel systems
- Chilean Air Force
Education
Engineer Risk Prevention -
Arturo Prat University
Chile01-2020
Technician Degree Aircraft Mechanic -
Escuela de Especialidades Sargento 1 Adolfo Menadier Rojas
Chile01.2000
High School -
Liceo Comercial A-6
Chile12.1997
Skills
- Microsoft Office (intermediate)
- Proactive and responsible
- Leadership and decision-making skills
- Ability to work in a team
- Ability to work under pressure
- Effective Issue Resolution
- Commitment to quality
- Adaptable to new work environments
- Analytical and dynamic thinking
- High interest in learning
- Interpretation of technical drawings
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 11/14/79
Languages
- Spanish, Native
- English, Intermediate, ALCPT 67%
References
References available upon request.
Courses Taken
- Boeing B757-200/300 and PW2000 Series Powerplants, 01/01/23, Pensacola, FL, US
- Operational and Environmental Safety, 01/01/13
- CASA-212 serial 300, 01/01/11
- CASA-212 serial 200, 01/01/08
- Beechcraft 99A, 01/01/02
- Cessna 337 Super Skymaster 0-2A, 01/01/01
- Piper Dakota PA-28, 01/01/00
Others
- Military Aeronautical Authority license, Nº T152
- Driver's License, Professional E
Timeline
Aircraft Technology Engineer
VT Mobile Aerospace Engineering Inc.
11.2022 - Current
Aircraft MECHANIC
lª Air Brigade
01.2011 - 09.2022
Aircraft mechanic
Aerial Search and Rescue Service Squadron (SAR)
03.2010 - 12.2010
AIRCRAFT MECHANIC
1ª Air Brigade
01.2000 - 01.2009
Engineer Risk Prevention -
Arturo Prat University
Technician Degree Aircraft Mechanic -
Escuela de Especialidades Sargento 1 Adolfo Menadier Rojas
High School -
Liceo Comercial A-6
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