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Tayte Thibodeaux

Summary

Quality Control Lead Inspector with extensive experience at Aviation Exteriors Louisiana Inc. Proven ability to enhance compliance and efficiency through effective training and supervision of QC personnel. Skilled in aircraft inspections and problem-solving, ensuring high-quality standards and customer satisfaction. Adaptable and driven, with a strong focus on continuous improvement.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Quality Control Lead Inspector

Aviation Exteriors Louisiana Inc.
01.2024 - Current
  • Led and coordinated primary and supplemental aircraft inspections by assigning inspection cards to QC inspectors and managing the inspection opening process.
  • Performed primary aircraft inspections using customer-provided routine cards and manufacturer maintenance manuals during heavy checks.
  • Performed buybacks of Non-Routine and Work Cards Instruction Cards, ensuring compliance with regulatory and customer requirements.
  • Audited in-progress inspection paperwork for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to FAA, Customer and repair station standards.
  • Trained, supervised, and mentored Quality Control personnel, promoting consistency and high performance across inspection teams.
  • Ensured QC personnel compliance with customer specifications, FAA regulations, and repair station manuals.
  • Developed and maintained QC personnel schedules to optimize coverage for inspections and the buyback process.
  • Qualified to perform LLM, RVSM, Skin Waviness, EFVS, and RII Task.

Quality Control Inspector

Aviation Exteriors Louisiana Inc.
03.2022 - 01.2024
  • Conducted primary aircraft inspections in accordance with customer-provided routine cards and manufacturer’s manuals during heavy maintenance checks.
  • Completed final buybacks of Non-Routine and Work Instruction Cards, ensuring regulatory and procedural compliance per customer standards.
  • Performed aircraft weight and balance procedures following heavy check maintenance.
  • Audited in-progress inspection paperwork for accuracy, completeness, and conformity with FAA, repair station standards and customer standards.
  • Qualified to perform LLM, RVSM, Skin Waviness, EVFS and RII Task.

Aircraft Maintenance Manager

Aviation Exteriors Louisiana Inc.
06.2021 - 02.2022
  • Created and audited inbound aircraft paperwork packages to ensure accuracy and compliance with maintenance requirements.
  • Supervised and assigned aircraft maintenance tasks to Aircraft Maintenance Technicians (AMTs).
  • Delivered on-the-job aircraft training for newly assigned AMTs to ensure procedural understanding and quality standards.
  • Oversaw and monitored AMT performance and task execution on aircraft to ensure maintenance objectives were met.
  • Evaluated Non-Routine discrepancies and assessed aircraft damage for proper documentation and corrective action.
  • Supported aircraft return-to-service process by ensuring all work cards, inspections, and documentation were complete and signed off.

Quality Control Inspector

Aviation Exteriors Louisiana Inc.
03.2020 - 06.2021
  • Conducted detailed inspections of inbound aircraft, paint preparation stages, paint application, final exterior finish quality, and placard installation to ensure compliance with OEM and customer standards.
  • Oversaw and verified proper installation and rigging of flight controls, including operational checks and compliance with aircraft specifications.
  • Performed aircraft weighing and flight control balancing procedures.
  • Performed buy backs of Non Routines and Work Instruction Cards.
  • Audited aircraft maintenance records and documentation for accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance.
  • Performed receiving inspections on incoming aircraft parts and materials to ensure traceability, certification, and damage-free condition.
  • Conducted facility process audits to maintain compliance with internal procedures, customer requirements, C.A.S.E and FAA/EASA standards.


Aircraft Maintenance Technician

Aviation Exteriors Louisiana Inc.
06.2016 - 03.2020
  • Performed a wide range of aircraft maintenance tasks in compliance with Aircraft Work Instruction Cards and Non Routines.
  • Conducted service checks.
  • Performed flight control surface balancing and aircraft weight and balance procedures using platform weigh scales.
  • Removed and installed flight control surfaces, ensuring proper rigging, functionality, and alignment.
  • Carried out engine removal and installation.
  • Performed operational checks of various aircraft systems.

Service Helper

Aviation Exteriors Louisiana Inc.
01.2016 - 06.2016
  • Prepared aircraft for painting using chemical and mechanical stripping, sanding, and surface treatment techniques.
  • Masked aircraft components and surfaces according to customer paint specifications and engineering drawings.
  • Applied placards and exterior markings in compliance with customer specifications and regulatory standards.
  • Ensured proper surface preparation and masking to support paint application and prevent overspray or damage to sensitive areas.


Education

Aviation Science - Aviation Maintenance Technology

South Louisiana Community College
Lafayette, LA
12-2014

Loreauville High School
Loreauville, LA
07-2012

Skills

    Industry Certifications

  • B757 General Familiarization & Systems
  • B767 General Familiarization & Systems
  • B777 General Familiarization & Systems
  • MD11/ MD10 General Familiarization & Systems
  • A300 General Familiarization & Systems
  • A330 General Familiarization
  • B737 General Familiarization & Systems

    Skills:

  • Skilled in addressing challenges
  • Dedicated attention to customer needs in aircraft projects
  • Issue analysis and solution development
  • Strong work ethic
  • Adaptability in dynamic environments
  • Future project organization

Timeline

Quality Control Lead Inspector

Aviation Exteriors Louisiana Inc.
01.2024 - Current

Quality Control Inspector

Aviation Exteriors Louisiana Inc.
03.2022 - 01.2024

Aircraft Maintenance Manager

Aviation Exteriors Louisiana Inc.
06.2021 - 02.2022

Quality Control Inspector

Aviation Exteriors Louisiana Inc.
03.2020 - 06.2021

Aircraft Maintenance Technician

Aviation Exteriors Louisiana Inc.
06.2016 - 03.2020

Service Helper

Aviation Exteriors Louisiana Inc.
01.2016 - 06.2016

Aviation Science - Aviation Maintenance Technology

South Louisiana Community College

Loreauville High School

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