Roger Farris
Houston,TX
Summary
Experienced Chief Inspector and Quality Manager with an active A&P/IA certification. Expertise in developing and implementing FAA-approved quality systems and repair station programs across Part 91, 135, and 145 operations. Skilled in managing compliance, technical data, and FAA interactions while ensuring safety and regulatory adherence. Proficient in supervising inspection personnel and maintaining calibration of inspection tools and equipment.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Inspector/Quality Manager
Million Air, Inc.
Houston, Texas
03.2026 - 12.2026
- Administered and maintained the Quality Inspection System in accordance with Federal Aviation Regulations and Company policies and procedures.
- Responsible for overseeing all maintenance, preventive maintenance, and alterations, ensuring full compliance with FAA regulations, company manuals: RSM, QCM, TPM and SOP manuals, and approved technical data.
- As Chief Inspector, I ensured all inspections were properly performed and documented prior to approval for return to service (RTS).
- Houston, 8703 Telephone Road, Houston Texas 77061. CRS # LJCR092G.
- Updated 10/29/2026
DOM, A & P / IA
Infinity Flight Group, LLC
Trenton, NJ
09.2020 - 08.2024
- Managed aircraft and operations in accordance with Manufacturer’s instructions and Federal Aviation Administration’s Regulations.
- Lead and mentored a team of aviation maintenance professionals, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
- Safety Management System (SMS)
- Recruit, train, and develop maintenance personnel to build a strong and engaged team.
DOM, Chief Inspector and QC
SunWest Aviation, Inc.
San Luis Obispo, CA
11.2016 - 04.2019
- Plans, organizes, and controls all maintenance work to assure Airworthiness Standards prescribed by Federal Aviation Administration Regulation, manufacturers’ recommendations, and good aviation industry practices.
- Control maintenance on assigned aircraft and related support equipment. Maintains reporting aids depicting status of maintenance actions in progress, planned inspections, heavy maintenance checks and services, parts usage and requirements forecast.
- San Luis Obispo, CA 93444
- [Part 135]
Federal Aviation Regulations Part 147 – Aviation Maintenance Instructor
Delaware Technical & Community College
Georgetown, Delaware
10.2015 - 07.2016
- Taught General, Airframe and Powerplant subject areas.
- Develop and monitor emergency plans for maintenance activities response to contingencies such as lightning, heavy winds, rain, and other environmental hazards.
- 21499 Rudder Lane, Georgetown, Delaware, 19947
ADOM / QC Inspector / Instructor
Calspan Corporation
Niagara Falls, NY
11.2011 - 04.2015
- Developed and implemented FAA Part 145 CRS #2C3R049L for Gulfstream III/IV / Lear 20/40 / SAAB 340 A/B aircraft.
- Experience at Line maintenance on Airbus 320A for Allegiant and Spirit Airlines (2014 2016).
- Authorize Deferred Maintenance items, tracking of all MEL items, interfacing with Dispatch and Maintenance activities for timely clearing of deferred discrepancies. Advises the Scheduler of Maintenance activities.
- 2041 Niagara Falls Blvd, Niagara Falls, NY 14304
DOM, A & P / IA and QC Inspector
RAF Aircraft-MX
Preston, MD
08.2010 - 05.2011
- Performed inspections for FAA Part 145 CRS, Dassault Falcon Jet, Wilmington, DE (New Castle Airport) Falcon 7X / Falcon 8X / Falcon 900XL / Falcon 2000S (NetJet & BizJet Aircraft).
- Performed In-process inspection for FAA Part 145 CRS, Bombardier Aerospace, Learjet Inc., Windsor Locks, CT 06096 Challenger 300 / 600 & Global 5000.
- Performed In-process and “Final Inspection” prior to approval for return to service for Vought Aircraft Industries, Boeing 787 Dreamliner Fuselage Assembly, Charleston, SC.
- (self-proprietary)
Chief Inspector
Air Repair, Inc.
Easton, MD
08.2008 - 06.2010
- Performed inspections for FAA Part 145 Certified Repair Station #2C3R049L, and DoD approved maintenance contractor.
- Chief-Inspector ensured all paperwork and documentation for maintenance and alterations were complete and accurate for FAA Part 135 East Coast Flight Services charter operations.
- Performed In-process and “Final Inspections” on Cessna Citations I/II, CJ / Beech jet 400A / Diamond / Hawker / Gulfstream Challenger / Falcon 10, 20, and 50 / All piston—Baron, Navajo Chieftain / All Turbo Prop—Jetstream 31.
- 29137 Newman Rd, Easton, MD 21601
DOM, Chief Inspector and QC
Northeast Aviation, Inc.
Lansing, IL
07.2007 - 12.2008
- Ensured all Part 145 certified Repair Station shops, hangars and adjacent ramp areas, as well as all equipment under his authority, are clean and in a workable condition and all equipment is in proper calibration and working order.
- Ensured all paperwork and documentation were complete and accurate in accordance with Part 135 Hazardous Cargo Carrier regulations. Aircraft: Mitsubishi MU-2 / Piston—Beech Baron / Turbo Prop—King Air. [8]
- Lansing, IL 60438
DOM Chief Inspector and QC
Sierra Nevada Corporation
Sparks, NV
10.2005 - 03.2007
- Led Department of Defense Contractor team operating at Hurlburt Field, FL (Eglin, AFB) for Twelve (12) Pilatus PC-12 aircraft conversions to U.S. Air Force U-28A ISR platforms.
- Led the implementation process of Quality Control Program training courses for twenty-five (25+) aircraft technicians in support of U-28A platform.[50]
- Sparks, NV 89434
DOM, Chief Inspector and QC
Jet Direct Aviation
Coatesville, PA
07.2004 - 05.2005
- Revamped existing Part 145 Certified Repair Station (Base of 100+ GA & Corporate aircraft & helicopters) to include: Cessna Citation I/II/V/X, Gulfstream IV / V, CJ1 / CJ2, Beechcraft King Air F90 / 250 / 350 in accordance with Part 135 and current FAA Regulations.
- Coatesville, PA 19320
Operations Manager / A & P
Boone County Airport
Lebanon, IN
04.2001 - 04.2004
- Fixed Base of Operations (FBO) (Base 40+ GA aircraft) (Airframe Maintenance. & Repair)
- Repair & Overhaul of piston aircraft engines: Continental, Franklin and Lycoming [100]
- Lebanon, IN 46052
Senior Technician / Instructor
Rolls-Royce Allison
Indianapolis, IN
03.1998 - 04.2001
- Part 21 Parts Manufacturer / Engine Manufacturer A250 / A 2100D / AE3007 / T56.
- Part 145 Certified Repair Station for Engine Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul (MRO).
- Provided training to manufacturing personnel using a wide range of approaches, tools and techniques to uncover what causes problems in the manufacturing process: Root Cause Analysis
- Indianapolis, IN 42606
A & P, DOM, DME
Ivy Tech Community College
Terre Haute, IN
07.1994 - 08.1996
- Program Director of Maintenance as well as Designated Maintenance Examiner (DME)
- Developed, implemented, and recruited for High-School AMT Maintenance & Avionics program for High-School Juniors/Seniors from three (3) local high schools.
- Terre Haute, IN 47802
Education
MAS, Master of Aeronautical Science Degree. - Management
BA, Bachelor of Arts Degree. - English, Technical Writing
A & P
Spartan School of Aeronautics
Skills
- FAA Airframe and Powerplant Mechanics certificate w/ current FAA Inspection Authorization
- FAA Private Pilot (SEL)
- Able to ensure the highest level of safety / quality compliance while providing leadership, motivation, and oversight for team and support personnel
- Working knowledge of ISO 9001 / AS9100, OSHA / EPA guidelines and their requirements
- Experienced acting as liaison between Company and FAA, PMIs
- Proficient in common business applications and tools (eg MS Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Recent DOT Drug Testing, SIDA Badge, and Background Check
- Rolls-Royce Allison Blueprint I
- Rolls-Royce Allison Blueprint II
- Pratt & Whitney PT6A-60/61/64/65/66/67 Series Heavy Maintenance
- Rolls-Royce Allison AE 3007 Heavy Maintenance
- Rolls-Royce Allison AE 2000D3 Familiarization
- Rolls-Royce Allison 250/T63 Series II Heavy Maintenance
- Dallas Airmotive TFE731 Engines
- Rolls-Royce Allison AE 3007 Heavy Maintenance Manual May through August 1999 (MRO)
- Pilatus PC-12 Maintenance Familiarization Course (Broomfield, CO)
- Recent aircraft performed Maintenance on: Pilatus PC-12, King Air 100-300 series, Phenom 100 -300, Cessna Citation 550, Learjet 60X and Bell 340 Helicopter
Section name
- Resume
- A Dedication to One’s Profession
- Roger Farris
Timeline
Chief Inspector/Quality Manager
Million Air, Inc.
03.2026 - 12.2026
DOM, A & P / IA
Infinity Flight Group, LLC
09.2020 - 08.2024
DOM, Chief Inspector and QC
SunWest Aviation, Inc.
11.2016 - 04.2019
Federal Aviation Regulations Part 147 – Aviation Maintenance Instructor
Delaware Technical & Community College
10.2015 - 07.2016
ADOM / QC Inspector / Instructor
Calspan Corporation
11.2011 - 04.2015
DOM, A & P / IA and QC Inspector
RAF Aircraft-MX
08.2010 - 05.2011
Chief Inspector
Air Repair, Inc.
08.2008 - 06.2010
DOM, Chief Inspector and QC
Northeast Aviation, Inc.
07.2007 - 12.2008
DOM Chief Inspector and QC
Sierra Nevada Corporation
10.2005 - 03.2007
DOM, Chief Inspector and QC
Jet Direct Aviation
07.2004 - 05.2005
Operations Manager / A & P
Boone County Airport
04.2001 - 04.2004
Senior Technician / Instructor
Rolls-Royce Allison
03.1998 - 04.2001
A & P, DOM, DME
Ivy Tech Community College
07.1994 - 08.1996
A & P
Spartan School of Aeronautics