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Ryan Leenders

Everett,WA

Summary

Experienced professional with over 15 years of expertise in aerospace manufacturing & maintenance as well as some experience with medical anesthesia machine maintenance. Looking to transition into the Transportation industry having a proven track record of working safely with zero work place injuries with private airline customers, union stewards, and military clients. Highly skilled in technical and regulated environments.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Service Technician

Anesthesia Equipment Supply
12.2023 - Current
  • Maintained Anesthesia Machines on location at regular intervals across region (AK, WA, ID, MT, NV, OR, CA).
  • Prepared and submitted expense reports
  • Maintained portable tool box and inventory
  • Referenced service manuals for troubleshooting
  • Maintained productivity, safety and quality standards at all times.
  • Helped large volume of customers every day with positive attitude and focus on customer satisfaction.
  • Consistently demonstrated a strong work ethic, arriving punctually for shifts and maintaining focus on providing top-tier service throughout entire workday.
  • Maintained comprehensive knowledge of company products and services, ensuring accurate information was relayed to customers at all times.
  • Proposed & implemented a Boeing-like call sheet for the service department in improve organization using Microsoft Lists, based upon prior experience at Boeing.
  • Created QR code for Service sheets linking to Google Reviews page to increase reputation and attract new business in the animal medical and sciences division.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by swiftly addressing and resolving service-related issues.
  • Conducted thorough research on behalf of customers facing unique situations or requiring specialized assistance beyond standard troubleshooting guidelines; presented findings in an easily digestible format tailored specifically for each inquiry type encountered during this process.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance overall client experience and satisfaction levels.
  • Liaised with sales, marketing, and management teams to develop solutions and accomplish shared objectives.
  • Successfully established relationships with new customer leads that were later converted into new service accounts.

REALTOR

Realty One Group
05.2022 - 06.2025
  • Sales: Guiding clients and customers through the process of buying and/or selling their home to match needs & wants with financial capabilities.
  • 1st REALTOR in my brokerage to close a transaction with an assumable VA loan, obtaining a 2.625% rate in a 5.75% rate environment.
  • Experience with Million dollar listing & off market transaction.
  • Contact: Todd Fahlman - 425-239-0072

Flightline Operations Manager

Boeing Defense
11.2019 - 06.2020
  • Oversees aircraft 6-8 KC-46 tankers during delivery operations, 3 Team Leaders, 30+ employees at times, conducting scheduled maintenance, service bulletin installations, repairs, tests, test flight preparations, and deliveries.
  • Reporting simultaneously to Directors, Vice President, and Air Force Major status of aircraft maintenance and flight readiness daily.
  • Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
  • Facilitated smooth collaboration between departments through clear communication channels.
  • Reduced turnaround time for project completion through effective resource allocation and team management.
  • Problem solving under pressure, collaborating across multiple departments and organizations.
  • Created a process for special project that became a benchmark throughout Boeing 767 slat rework by collaborating with multiple departments and outside organizations & contractors to streamline rework in record timing, cutting the project completion time in half.
  • Maintained strict level of compliance at Military Delivery Center (FAA, USAF, Boeing QMS requirements).
  • Developed and executes business plans & acquires needed resources
  • Customer Service
  • Delivery of military aircraft to United States Air Force.

Quality Inspection/ Team Leader/Temp Mngr.

The Boeing Company
12.2011 - 11.2019
  • Multiple temporary Project Management assignments for Special Projects overseeing Quality Inspectors, Manufacturing Electricians, Technicians, Mechanics & Contractors.
  • Scheduling, planning order of operations, assigning work, reporting to Directors daily/Leading teams of Quality Inspectors in daily operations 787/767.
  • Inspecting technical installations of aircraft systems & components, completing records following corporate and FAA procedures. Generating Non-conformance reports and collaborating with Engineering to achieve effective & compliant solutions in most timely manner possible.
  • Commercial Manufacturing

Logistics - Flightline Support

Zodiac Aerospace (Now Safran)
01.2006 - 12.2011
  • Support Boeing Flight Line deliveries by diagnosing/ordering/tracking replacement components from HQ’s in Texas & Paris FR, referencing Maintenance Manuals and Order forms.
  • Provided back up support as a Flight line Technician for large projects and increased work loads.
  • Drafting post delivery commitment letter contracts.
  • 1st Class, Business Class, Economy Class, Pilot Aircraft Seats Delivery Support
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.

Personal Projects

Self-interests
01.2001 - 05.2025

Operating Equipment which includes using power hand tools (electric & pneumatic) including: drills, impact wrenches, wrenches, jacks, power saws, grinders, belt sanders, shovels, picks, saws.

Experience with auto maintenance including: Installation of: body lifts and suspension lifts, winch & snatch blocks, R&R of upper and lower ball joints, water pumps, alternators, A/C pumps, radiators, rims and tires, throttle body, air intake systems, weight distribution hitch & sway bar systems, leaf suspensions, axles, brake rotors, calipers and pads, turn signal, brake lights and headlights, batteries & chargers, intake manifold, spark plugs & coils, maintenance fluids & filters, (transmission, gear fluid, oil, coolant, & A/C freon). Towing, loading & backing trailers. Experience with generators & maintenance. Limited experience assisting with plasma cutting and welding. Experience driving 26' Uhaul diesel truck cross-country.

Education

Associate's Degree - General Studies

Everett Community College
Everett, WA
01.2022

Skills

  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Powerpoint
  • Google Calendar
  • Zoom
  • 3D & 2D Engineering Drawings
  • Engineering Specifications
  • ISO9001/AS9100
  • Maintenance Manual Application
  • Writing Non-conformance Reports
  • Aerospace Manufacturing Inspection
  • Precision Drilling
  • Rivet Installation
  • Safety Wire/Cable
  • Cotter Pin Installation
  • Axial Swedged Hydrolock Fittings
  • Bond & Ground
  • Primers & Paints
  • Electronic Electrostatic Discharge Elimination
  • Shimming
  • PPE/Respirators
  • Roto/Shot Peening
  • Torque Tools & Striping
  • Caliper/Micrometer
  • Power tools
  • Automotive Maintenance
  • Air Tools
  • 787 Tier 1 Flight Deck Basics
  • Process Auditing
  • Scheduled Maintenance
  • Lock Out Tag Out Try Out
  • Fall Protection
  • Foreign Object Debris Mitigation
  • Tool Accountability
  • Lean
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Fay/Fillet/Injection Sealant
  • Wire Mangement
  • Composite/Carbon Fiber Repair
  • First Aid/Heat Illness
  • CPR/Heimlich
  • Calendar management
  • Quality control

Certification

  • Aerospace Manufacturing Core Certificate (2011) Washington Aerospace Training & Research Center/Edmonds Community College (Dean’s Honor Roll)
  • Aerospace Manufacturing Assembly Mechanic Certificate (2011) Washington Aerospace Training & Research Center/Edmonds Community College (Dean’s Honor Roll)
  • Anesthesia Machine Maintenance: Mindray (2024)
  • Boeing 787 Management Certification Program (2014)
  • Certificate in Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (2013) Villanova University

LANGUAGES

English Full Professional Proficiency

Affiliations

  • National Association of REALTORS (05/2022 - 2024) REALTOR
  • Carlisle Creek Condominium Home Owner’s Association (2010 - 2012) Treasurer / Interim President - 84 Unit Complex

Interests

  • Hiking, lifting, yoga, camping, swimming, skiing, golf (Outdoors)
  • Reading
  • Volunteer Work
  • Investing

Timeline

Service Technician

Anesthesia Equipment Supply
12.2023 - Current

REALTOR

Realty One Group
05.2022 - 06.2025

Flightline Operations Manager

Boeing Defense
11.2019 - 06.2020

Quality Inspection/ Team Leader/Temp Mngr.

The Boeing Company
12.2011 - 11.2019

Logistics - Flightline Support

Zodiac Aerospace (Now Safran)
01.2006 - 12.2011

Personal Projects

Self-interests
01.2001 - 05.2025

Associate's Degree - General Studies

Everett Community College