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William May

Wichita,KS

Summary

Dynamic and detail-oriented Experimental Flightline Mechanic at Textron Aviation, skilled in troubleshooting and quality assurance. Proven track record in enhancing aircraft performance through effective maintenance and modifications. Adept at reading technical manuals and delivering exceptional customer service, ensuring compliance with safety procedures and operational standards.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Experimental Flightline Mechanic

Textron Aviation
07.2023 - Current
  • Assists with maintaining Textron Aviation legacy aircraft and new builds.
  • Experienced mostly on Beechcraft Denali, Cessna Caravans, Cessna Single Engines, Beechcraft Single Engines.
  • Installs and removes new updates and modifications as required by engineering.
  • Coordinates and provides feedback with engineering to improve updates and modifications.
  • Conducts Phase, Annual, and 100 Hour inspections.
  • Performs Functional Tests as part of Return to Service work.
  • Maintains GE Catalyst Engine on Beechcraft Denali.

Production Flight Team Member

Textron Aviation
09.2020 - 07.2023
  • Reinstalls flight controls and small parts.
  • Performs rework when required.
  • Fixes squawks found by inspection, pilots, and customers.
  • Conducts function tests that are part of the buildup process.
  • Rigs P&W PT6-114A and PT6-140 engine to meet specifications.
  • Performs engine run-ins in accordance with aircraft specifications on P&W PT6-114A and PT6-140 engines.

Tube Fabricator

Textron Aviation
05.2019 - 09.2020
  • • Utilizes Eagle Eaton Leonard VB 300 tube bender to bend one to three inch diameter tubes.
  • • Inspects tubes using Tube Inspection Booth and Eaton Leonard Inspection Arm.
  • • Identifies tubes using required tapes and markings.
  • • Beads tubes using proper support equipment and measuring gauges.

Assembly Team Member

Textron Aviation
08.2018 - 05.2019

• Uses blueprints and work instructions to perform aircraft maintenance.

• Adds and wires engine components and accessories.

• Performs sheet metal rework.

• Installs upholstery and panels to the interior of the aircraft.

Nondestructive Inspection Technician

United States Marine Corps
04.2016 - 07.2018

• Trained in PT, MT, ET, UT, and RT.

• Coordinated with maintenance activities when inspections were required.

• Selected, calibrated, or operated equipment used in the testing of products and materials.

• Documented methods, processes, and results of inspections.

• Consulted with higher maintenance authorities to discuss inspection results.

Quality Assurance (Collateral Duty Inspector)

United States Marine Corps
08.2015 - 07.2018

• Ensured safety programs and quality control measures were adhered to.

• Monitored work processes to ensure completeness, accuracy, and conformance to standards and specifications.

• Provided documentation showing maintenance actions were completed.

• Verified requisition of supplies to meet production demands.

• Reviewed work orders to plan maintenance in order to meet production requirements.

Hydraulic and Pneumatic Component Mechanic

United States Marine Corps
06.2012 - 07.2018

• Examined aircraft components for cracks, breaks, leaks, and proper function.

• Conducted work while following drawings, schematics, charts, engineering orders, and technical publications.

• Overhauled broken or worn parts for hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

• Performed testing and troubleshooting using required support equipment.

• Manufactured hose and tube assemblies using appropriate hand tools.

Education

License - Airframe And Powerplant

Textron Aviation A&P Apprenticeship
Wichita
07-2025

High School Diploma -

Royal Valley High School
Hoyt
05-2012

Skills

  • Troubleshooting
  • Mechanical systems
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Safety procedures
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Component repairs
  • Hydraulic repair
  • Quality assurance
  • Customer service
  • Servicing systems
  • Reading technical manuals
  • Performing maintenance

Timeline

Experimental Flightline Mechanic

Textron Aviation
07.2023 - Current

Production Flight Team Member

Textron Aviation
09.2020 - 07.2023

Tube Fabricator

Textron Aviation
05.2019 - 09.2020

Assembly Team Member

Textron Aviation
08.2018 - 05.2019

Nondestructive Inspection Technician

United States Marine Corps
04.2016 - 07.2018

Quality Assurance (Collateral Duty Inspector)

United States Marine Corps
08.2015 - 07.2018

Hydraulic and Pneumatic Component Mechanic

United States Marine Corps
06.2012 - 07.2018

License - Airframe And Powerplant

Textron Aviation A&P Apprenticeship

High School Diploma -

Royal Valley High School
William May