Skip Fischer
Cedar Rapids,IA
Summary
- Over 7 years of expertise as an aircraft parts specialist and project manager at MidAmerican Aerospace.
- Background as an A&P Mechanic, Avionics and Electrical Installer, and experience as an AMT in the US Navy.
- Efficiently managed the disassembly of large fixed-wing aircraft, tracking the removal of over $2 million worth of parts.
- Created streamlined documentation, resulting in a notable 70% reduction in part processing times.
- Meticulously identified, disassembled, and processed valuable parts while adhering to technical manuals (IPC/CMM).
- Proficient in Project Management, leveraging skills honed through diverse aviation roles, strategic consulting, and parts software operation. I enjoy enhancing efficiency and adding tangible value.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Parts Specialist and Project Manager
MidAmerican Aerospace
06.2016 - 12.2023
- Expertly streamlined large fixed-wing aircraft disassembly, identifying valuable components and optimizing processes for increased revenue.
- Executed precise disassembly procedures in accordance with technical manuals (IPC/CMM) to maximize the value of aircraft parts.
- Achieved a remarkable 70% increase in parts processing efficiency by creating comprehensive quick reference guides.
- Implemented strategic process improvements, reducing manpower requirements and reallocating resources to fortify revenue for aircraft acquisitions.
- Successfully led and managed a 15-member international team, facilitating the procurement of 600 aircraft parts.
Electrical and Avionics Maintenance Technician
Quest Aircraft
03.2015 - 06.2016
- Tested electrical aircraft systems, components, and equipment for compliance with standards and to uncover malfunctions.
- Repaired and installed wiring, connectors, control boxes antennas, and other pieces.
- Completed quality assurance checks for service work and completed documentation outlining updates.
- Utilized testing equipment such as oscilloscopes, ammeters and ohmmeters.
- Performed thorough visual and physical inspections of all electrical parts.
Aircraft Electrician
U.S. Navy Active Duty
02.2002 - 03.2005
- Utilized testing equipment such as oscilloscopes, ammeters and ohmmeters.
- Performed thorough visual and physical inspections of all electrical parts.
- Completed preventive and reparative maintenance on aircraft electronics and computer systems.
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled inspections to check flight readiness of aircraft.
Education
Aviation Maintenance
Spokane Community College
Spokane, WASkills
- Cost Reduction Strategies
- Warehouse Operations
- Sales Support
- Forecasting and Planning
- Process Optimization
- Attention to Detail
- Parts Identification
- Technical Knowledge
- Purchasing Oversight
Certification
- Licensed - A&P
- DoD Clearance - Secret
Timeline
Parts Specialist and Project Manager
MidAmerican Aerospace
06.2016 - 12.2023
Electrical and Avionics Maintenance Technician
Quest Aircraft
03.2015 - 06.2016
Aircraft Electrician
U.S. Navy Active Duty
02.2002 - 03.2005
Aviation Maintenance
Spokane Community College
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