- I participate in a variety of outdoor recreational activities
- Tech enthusiast, passionate about exploring the latest advancements and innovations
- Crafting and DIY Projects
- I have a passion for photography and editing photos
- Photography
- Enjoy experimenting with different ingredients and flavors in the kitchen
- Baking
- Growing herbs, vegetables, or fruits in home gardens
- I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
- I like trying new recipes and food trends
- Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination
- Sharing travel tips, recommendations, and insights with fellow enthusiasts
- Food Tourism
- Road Trips
Walter Colson
A&P Mechanic, Commercial Rated Pilot
Auburn,WA
Summary
Dynamic aviation mechanic with extensive experience at Boeing Commercial Airplanes, specializing in complex assembly and certification processes. Proven expertise in airframe and powerplant certification, coupled with strong leadership skills. Successfully managed a self-directed rehabilitation journey while cultivating knowledge in diverse fields, enhancing critical thinking and project management capabilities.
Overview
47
47
years of professional experience
Work History
Self-Employed/ Disability
Walter Colson
01.2004 - Current
Self Employed from January 2004 to present. Managed my rehabilitation following a traumatic injury. I also invested years of self directed study in various fields of interest including... Arts & Sciences, Philosophy, Religion, Personal Development, Health, Biology, Astronomy, Project Management, Investing, Business, Critical Thinking, and Systems Analysis. I started a automotive maintenance and repair business and was later bought out by my partner. I also traveled throughout North America and parts of Mexico and the Caribbean.
Aviation Mechanic
Boeing Commercial Airplanes
05.1979 - 09.2003
747/767 Wing Panel Build Up
747/767 Wing Majors
747/767 Wing Lay Down
747 Rolls Royce Strut Fabrication
747 Modification / AOG Shop
41/42 Section Retrofit, Cargo Door AD, C&D Checks, Retrofits,
Service Bulletins, Task Cards, Etc.
767-200/300 Interior Installations Final Assembly
747-400 Leadman- Interior Installations, Final Assembly
747/767/777 Interior Configuration, Alternate Interior
Configurations, Alternate Interior, First of Model FAA
Certification
747/767/777 Fuel Dock System Functional Tests & Calibration
747/767/777 Pre-Flight & Delivery
Education
No Degree - Commercial Pilot Training
Comair Aviation Academy
Sanford, FL05-1999
No Degree - Aviation Maintenance Technology
Everett Community College
Everett, WA06-1993
Skills
Certified Flight Instructor Instrument
Certified Flight Instructor Instrument
Certified Flight Instructor Instrument
Interests
Timeline
Self-Employed/ Disability
Walter Colson
01.2004 - Current
Aviation Mechanic
Boeing Commercial Airplanes
05.1979 - 09.2003
No Degree - Commercial Pilot Training
Comair Aviation Academy
No Degree - Aviation Maintenance Technology
Everett Community College