Rodrigo Valle

• Coordinate ODA Manual oversight process
• Act as a Subject Matter Expert for BPM Section 9 and 14 CFR Part 21
• Mentor New entries on Certification Process and Regulations (14 CFR and CSs)
• Represent Boeing on Authorities and Industry meetings

• Manage Gulfstream International Type Validation projects delivery
• Discuss and align International Type Validation Projects Strategy with Program Office, Engineering, Sales and Customer Support Associates
• Develop Regulatory review process anticipating Mandates and local regulations changes, requiring validation campaigns
• Coordinated with ODA Lead TCDS updates and validation campaigns to maintain support of the worldwide Gulfstream fleet
• Stablish solid relation with CAAs PCMs (CAA UK, TCCA, CAAC, ANAC, EASA, JCAB, DGCA India, among others);
• Manage budget for International certification Team
• Lead Gulfstream International Certification Office Team
• Support Senior Management and ODA Admin with oversight and tracking status of projects
• Provide technical guidance and training for International Certification Team
• Developed strategy for complex validation projects (e.g.: Brazil, Canada and China), by using strong interpersonal skills and certification process knowledgement
• Advocate IPA (Implementation Procedures for Airworthiness) and FAA policies interpretation championing compliance
• Represent Gulfstream on industry meetings and forums such as required
• Coordinate meetings with FAA and Foreign Authorities highlighting priorities and streamlining solutions
• Oversight and review of Type Certification application packages to ensure first pass quality with FAA
• Oversight and review of technical responses for CAAs (IPs, CRIs, VCNs)
• Coordinate Action Item responses with Engineering, FAA and Foreign Authorities
• Review and improvement of international validation office procedures and KPIs

Senior Airworthiness Engineer

Gulfstream, Savannah, Georgia

· Lead Gulfstream International Certification Office Team

· Support Senior Management and ODA Admin with oversight and tracking status of projects

· Provide technical guidance and training for International Certification Team

· Developed strategy for complex validation projects (e.g.: Brazil, Canada and China), by using strong interpersonal skills and certification process knowledgement

· Advocate IPA (Implementation Procedures for Airworthiness) and FAA policies interpretation championing compliance

· Represent Gulfstream on industry meetings and forums such as required

· Coordinate meetings with FAA and Foreign Authorities highlighting priorities and streamlining solutions

· Oversight and review of Type Certification application packages to ensure first pass quality with FAA

· Oversight and review of technical responses for CAAs (IPs, CRIs, VCNs)

· Coordinate Action Item responses with Engineering, FAA and Foreign Authorities

· Review and improvement of international validation office procedures and KPIs

• Reviewed fleet events from service, production, and design based on Service-Related Problems (21.3)
• Performed root cause analysis and tracked incidents across Embraer programs
• Managed identification and resolution of potential unsafe conditions
• Coordinated safety evaluations and continued airworthiness rationales with Airworthiness, Engineering, and Design teams
• Coordinated risk assessments and continued airworthiness presentations with Civil Aviation Authorities (CAAs)
• Managed NPR (Notice of Proposed Rulemaking) discussions with authorities
• Represented Embraer's Continued Airworthiness and Risk Assessment Department in regulatory meetings and committees

• Managed Certification Basis definition for New and Amended projects with ANAC, FAA and EASA Parts 21, 23 and 25 Regulations
• Planned and managed over 50 Project Certification Plans and Compliance checklists
• Planned and Managed TIA pre-requisites, Draft, meetings with Test Flight Team and Authorities
• Interfaced with Engineering departments, aligning strategies, and serving as primary Liaison with Regulatory Authorities and Representatives (DERs).
• Outlined work plans, determined resources, wrote timelines, and generated initial budgets as part of project scope determination
• Managed and discussed with Regulatory Authorities for project approval within time
• Performed project Risk Assessment and Management

• Planned and managed approval of type design change projects for Embraer Commercial and Business Jets.
• Planned and Managed STC type Design Project.
• Managed international validation of major type design changes for Embraer products with Worldwide Regulatory Authorities (Canada, China, India, Indonesia, Japan, Pakistan, Ukraine, Russia, among others), by discussing regulations, certifications basis and technical issues.
• Acted as Liaison with Regulatory Authorities (ANAC, FAA, EASA, TCCA, CAAC, JCAB, among others).
• Interfaced with Engineering departments, aligning strategies, and serving as primary liaison with Regulatory Authorities and Representatives (DERs).
• Performed risk management assessments on projects.
• Verified consistency in requirements compliance.
• Worked closely with other departments to better understand project scope and develop efficient and intelligent certification strategies.
• Leaded Kaizen that reduced Type Design Changes process costs by USD 300K.

• Coordinated approval of several type design changes Projects with ANAC, FAA and EASA
• Discussed the type certification basis and means of compliance strategy with engineering to comply with Authorities Regulations (RBAC, 14 CFR, CS, ACs, AMCs) and industries policies (DO, ARP, SAE)
• Coordinated the issuance of Issue Papers (Special Conditions, ELOS and Exemptions) with ANAC, FAA and EASA
• Coordinated the issuance and approval of compliance check lists with Engineers and Designated Engineering Representatives (DER).
• Coordinated Flight-Test Campaigns and Rig Testing with Engineering, DERs and Authorities
• Supported validation projects with worldwide CAAs.
• Created logs for type design changes projects to manage deliverables and deadlines
• Worked closely with Product Development Team to maintain optimum levels of communication to effectively and efficiently complete projects
• Identified issues, analyzed information, and provided solutions to problems
• Coordinated the discussion and approval of AFMs, Airworthiness Limitations and ICAs with ANAC, FAA and EASA

• Purchased and oversaw inventory of supplies, tools, and equipment
• Maintained workshop activities in line with budget requirements
• Scheduled maintenance and repair projects to maintain optimal performance of all equipment and systems
• Updated policies to reflect changing demands and improve performance, quality, and efficiency of workshop operations
• Identified areas in need of improvement and developed plans to correct problems.
• Oversaw staff development through in-depth training, workshops, seminars, and other learning opportunities
• Conducted audits for internal policies, quality assurance and SMS compliance.
• Implemented Lean Program on Electrical Components Workshop
• Managed Portfolio budget of R$ 17 million for suppliers
• Developed intelligent Supplier Budgets management, based on scope, cost and level of supplier maturity

• Managed engineering support for aircraft and components (rotables) under heavy maintenance check
• Managed development and approval of structural repair solutions with OEMs
• Supported project planning and execution efforts relating to technical documentation and process development
• Created integrated operating model strategies tailored specifically to clients' business goals, budgets, and available resources
• Designed site inspection work plans for Airspace Industry
• Facilitated transmission of feedback from junior personnel to senior staff, advocating for consideration of staff concerns and suggestions
• Monitored project activities and verified team adherence to project budget, business standards and regulations
• Reviewed specifications and technical manuals for compliance with ongoing operational goals and conformity to applicable regulations
• Managed structural repair solution for Navy Force aircraft models
• Managed Oxygen workshop certification

• Managed development of Engineering Orders for TAP fleet airworthiness
• Represented TAP on Workshops and Conventions.
• Developed tailored repair solution reducing Customer Cost by USD 1 Mi
• Developed repair solutions for aircraft and rotables under heavy maintenance check
• Issued technical reports for structural issues.
• Developed internal process for Composite Workshop
• Managed and maintained Composite workshop qualification
• Provided training for engineering and production teams
• Supported production team with repairs, SB embodiments and large repairs accomplishments;

• Reviewed the Business Case and developed the economic model for Parts Supply Program (Rental and Exchange)
• Supported the Sales Force with the evaluation of Recommended Spare Parts List (RSPL) and Pool Parts proposals
• Raised Embraer services competitiveness, by developing the scope and economic model for the 145-landing gear overhaul program
• Partnered with customers, end-users, and resellers to implement strategies and solutions