Cascade Engineering Services: Anchorage, Alaska USA
Senior Airline Project Coordinator for Boeing contract company based in SEA. I work primarily from ANC using internet tools to coordinate with my team. I helped to develop, implement, and manage our Virtual Maintenance and Engineering service offered to client airlines. This includes our own software which with my experience as a user of such systems was instrumental to the software developers. Currently, I am Project Lead and Technical Focal for our ANG customer with 12 heavy jet airplanes. Customer aircraft are 777, *****, 737NG. I have a team of 12 people. They are arrayed on station in LAD, at the company offices, or work from remote. We work closely with the airline to manage their maintenance program, part configuration control, AD compliance, log page tracking, and many other activities common in an airline maintenance operation. Working directly with Boeing gives me an in depth understanding of their services, engineering, and MPD processes. Presently employed as a contractor.

Mar 2008-Jul 2008 Eznis Airways: Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
Consultant Maintenance Management for Saab 340 regional start up based in ULN. I assisted with the optimization of the maintenance program, parts logistics, and cost control to industry standards. I negotiated vendor contracts. I attended the airlines C-check as the lead check rep with a team of 3 people in China TNA. Negotiated a 15% man-hour cost reduction at the MRO. Authored a detailed report for the airline CEO on how to improve efficiency and reduce costs during a heavy check event. I worked closely with General Electric and other part suppliers. I was the prime focal for a spare engine purchase from another airline. Performed a pre-buy survey of a Saab 340 in SAT. My initial contract was for 3 months. I was offered a new contract for one year but decided to take another job closer to home.

Dec 2006-Jan 2008 Cargo 360 Inc.: Anchorage, Alaska USA
Director of Maintenance for fleet of 747 Classic JT9D powered freighters. The company was an ACMI airline based in SEA. My primary office was in ANC where I could be centrally located in the route structure of our airplanes. I was the post holder for the airline’s FAA 121 ATOS certificate. I was responsible for all maintenance activities including Heavy, Line, and Shop maintenance. I administered the maintenance program, personnel, materials, stations, and vendors, with attention to safety, regulatory compliance, cost efficiency and customer satisfaction. Including contract maintenance, approximately 40 people reported to me from SEA, ANC, ICN, JFK, DFW, LAX and ORD. We averaged 95% technical dispatch reliability. I established an effective line maintenance plan and created an efficient and motivated team throughout all departments under me. My budget was approximately USD 10 million annually. I maintained careful scrutiny of vendor activities and invoices to control or lower costs. I interfaced directly with FAA personnel. Held run/taxi authority. The company was acquired by Southern Air. I received a separation package and declined an offer to work for Southern Air again.

May 2000-Dec 2006 Southern Air Inc: Anchorage, Alaska USA
Line Maintenance Manager for fleet of 747 Classic CF6-50 powered freighters. The company was an ACMI airline based in Norwalk, Connecticut. I was primarily based in ANC. I was responsible for all the line maintenance system wide for 8 airplanes. I hired, supervised, scheduled, and coordinated approximately 20 Technical Representatives. I frequently traveled and worked in stations worldwide to support and assist my personnel. I started up new maintenance stations in ANC, ICN, HKG, PVG, and LUX. I worked with various company departments on operational, logistic, and administrative issues. I performed vendor contract negotiation and oversight. Held 747 run/taxi and RII qualifications. I was originally hired by Southern has a Tech Rep when they had one airplane. I grew with the company and worked my way up to management. I took a new job that would advance my career.






Aug 1999-May 2000 Kitty Hawk International: Anchorage, Alaska USA
Lead Line Maintenance Mechanic on *****F and DC-8F for YIP based Airline. Also worked for sister company Kitty Hawk *****F on US postal contract. Performed all line quick turn maintenance and overnight maintenance on the 727. I assisted the station manager with planning, personnel scheduling, and general station administration. Served as 747 flight mechanic when needed. Held 727 & DC-8 run/taxi and 727 RII authorities. The airline went bankrupt and ceased operations.

Feb 1998-Aug 1999 Alaska Airlines: Anchorage, Alaska USA
Line Maintenance Mechanic on *****/400/700 & MD-83. Performed quick turn, overnight, and A-check maintenance. Participated in an unscheduled engine change in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk, Russia on an MD-80. Selected as new hire Trainer and relief Lead Mechanic. Granted *****/400 & MD-80 run/taxi and RII authorization. I left to pursue an opportunity with a cargo airline.

Feb 1996-Feb 1998 Continental Micronesia: Tamuning, Guam.
Lead Line Maintenance Mechanic on *****,*****,***** & DC-10. This was the hub for the region. The work was very fast paced and intensive. I learned a great deal about major airline operations and how to coordinate personnel and priorities. Worked as a relief Maintenance Controller and flight mechanic. Held 727 run/taxi trim rating. I resigned for a position in Alaska.

Mar 1995-Feb 1996 Sakhalinskie Aviatrassy: Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk, Russia.
Maintenance Representative for ***** operation. This was the first US built jet operation attempted by the airline. I was contracted as a member of a 4 person team to help the airline’s transition to new standards. We maintained compliance to US FAA 121 standards as required by the airplane lease. Served as C-check Representative in Taiwan TNN. Contract was for 12months.

May 1987-Mar 1995 Tramco Inc. Everett, Washington USA
Heavy Maintenance Mechanic in airframe, engine and composite shops. Held several lead and supervisory positions in foregoing areas. Aircraft include: 727,737,757,767, & 747. This was my first exposure to the industry. I took advantage of intra-company mobility to work and learn in many departments including parts logistics. I left for an opportunity to work with an airline.

Jan 1999-
May 2000 University of Alaska Anchorage: Anchorage, Alaska USA
Pursued BS in Technology. 3.8 GPA. 22 credits remaining.

Sep 1983
Dec 1986 University of Washington: Seattle, Washington, USA
Majored in International Studies. Sought Naval Officer commission through NROTC.

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