Mark Kohut

***** *.**** **. *** Lakes, AZ ***** 630-***-**** ac3b1a@r.postjobfree.com

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

Airframe/Power plant Mechanic With Inspection Authorization, 28 years of excellent mechanical and electrical experience. Adept at reading electrical schematics and blueprints as well as a highly motivated problem solver with the ability to exceed management goals and objectives. Also a licensed Private Pilot; Single Engine Land, 1800 hours. Have successfully worked with federal agencies to ensure compliance with strict federal regulations with expertise in:

Electro – Mechanical Systems Pneumatic

Structural Systems

Carbon fiber Re-enforced Plastics

Proto Typing

Environmental

Power Plant

Hydraulic

Sealant Inspection

First Article Inspection

Avionics

Rigging Fabrication &Modification

Rigging Layout

Titanium

Supervision and line maintenance

EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE

Mesa Air – Phoenix, AZ

Quality Assurance / Maintenance Controller May 2017 Present

Responsible for maintaining shift fleet airworthiness

Coordinate parts movement to facilitate Aircraft repairs at non maintenance stations

Provide Troubleshooting support and documentation to facilitate aircraft repairs at field locations

Collaborate with department leads to maintain fleet on time performance

Ensure compliance with Company/F.A.A. Documentation

Rotorway Helicopter – Chandler,AZ

Supervisor/ Mechanic Prototype Development Feb 2015 – Apr 2017

Supervision and facilitation in the development of RW7 (two place helicopter)

Responsible for the procurement and sourcing of all materials and parts needed for the project

Collaborate with department leads and development engineers in the design and build of the helicopter.

Streamlined and developed processes for transition of the project from experimental to certification

Swift Aviation – Phoenix, AZ

Sr.Maintenance Controller Aug. 2012 – Nov. 2015

Oversee aircraft fleet operations (Boeing 737 -400 and Boeing 767-200)

Supervise Domestic and International field mechanics with technical support, parts logistics, and inspection support

Perform and supervise all aircraft inspections, documentation, and approval for return to service

Ensure compliance in accordance with Airworthiness Directives ( A.D.)

Train and manage junior controllers in the development of operational procedures

The Plane Works – Maricopa, AZ

Owner /Self contractor 1995 - Present

Operate contract inspection business providing inspection of Certified and Experimental aircraft, performing annual and condition inspections

Inspect modifications, layouts, fabrications, and assemblies to certified and experimental aircraft.

Provide project management, builder-assist / owner-assist support of experimental aircraft, conducting inspections, providing input and guidance on Federal Air Regulations (FARs), and FAA 43-13 Standard Operating Procedures.

Conduct inspections determining airworthiness of single-engine and light twin aircraft including all overhauls, repairs and restorations.

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Sun Country Flight Services – Mesa, AZ

Chief Inspector Quality Assurance Mar. 2012 – Aug. 2012

Perform aircraft, part and assembly inspections per the Director of Maintenance

Accomplish material acquisition

Ensure compliance with company and F. A. A. required documentation

Accomplish offsite and field inspections

Gosshawk Unlimited, Inc., -Casa Grande, AZ

Shop Foreman/Lead Mechanic 2010 - 2012

Assign personnel to maintenance and restoration of aircraft

Accomplish material acquisitions

Manage vendor parts and component first article inspections

Accomplish prototype parts manufacture inspections

Assistant project manager to Flugwerk program aircraft

Boeing Aircraft Company – Everett, WA (partnered through Plane Tech Aviation)

Quality Assurance Inspector, Lead Inspector Boeing 787 2009 - 2010

Flight line production, fatigue, advanced composites inspection

Advanced flight control, power plant, structures

Trained in Catia, Enovia, Delemia/Redars to support manufacturing, fabrication and engineering

Primaris Airlines, Inc. – Las Vegas, NV

Lead Flight Mechanic/Quality Assurance Supervisor/Inspector 2007 to 2008

Supervise Maintenance/ Inspection of Aircraft, Support and oversee and Maintenance needs of B-757’s, RB 211/ Pratt&Whitney 2000 series engines during scheduled charter flights, scheduled Aircraft maintenance and during A and C checks, perform RII inspections

Responsible for base station inspections and operations as well as, inspect, approve repairs to airframe, engines, and avionics systems. Perform station auditing, coordination of unscheduled maintenance, and vendor support out of Oakland, California to Kona, Hawaii

Inspect station receivables and Controller for station inventory and station supervision in Lima, Peru.

Consolidated Turbine Support– Mesa, AZ

Quality Assurance Inspector 2006 to 2007

Perform inspection, removal,disassembly, assembly, and installations of Honeywell product engines (AS907, TFE 731/331 and 36 series APU engines). Including global fieldwork and return aircraft to service.

Utilization of calibrated measuring tools and manuals, such as the use of return to service authorizations (FAA form 8130).

Accountable for parts inventory and requisition, shipping and receiving, and tool fabrication worldwide

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US Airways – Chicago, IL

Flight Line and Base Maintenance/ lead mechanic 1986 to 2006

Accountable for inspection activities of all employees on all shifts, various aircraft and repair responsibilities including inspecting rigging aircraft system flight controls and landing gear systems; complete aircraft wiring; air conditioning and airframe, anti-icing; cockpit air navigation systems; airframe repair and modifications; and engines, pneumatic supply and auxiliary power units (APU).

Accountable for ensuring the correct completion of maintenance, per AD’s E.O.’s service bulletins, ensure a safe, efficient & on time flight operation.

Inspection of installations to flight controls, rigging sub-assemblies, engines, landing gear, interiors, avionics, hydraulics, pneumatics, environmental systems, adjustments and tests of aircraft systems

Trained junior staff in adherence to company and regulatory policies and procedures, appropriate records keeping regarding assigned duties, and evaluate routine/non-routine cards and reports.

Inspect and repair RB211, JT8d, and 217/219 CFM56, Rolls Royce Spey and Tey and 502alf engines.

Performed routine and non-routine safety inspections to ensure proper and safe functioning of all systems.

Followed-through inspections on repairs, ordering of replacements and or fabricating parts as needed. Worked with FAA to ensure compliance with strict security and safety regulations.

Supervised 15 mechanics in the maintenance of 18 aircraft per shift, striving to maintain on-time departure schedules. Oversaw the coordination of team members ensuring all systems were safely operational.

Instructed and trained mechanics how to perform certain skills not learned in training situations. Followed up to ensure work completed to standards.

Reduce aircraft MEL counts on thru flight service (time permitting )

Tracked all work assignments and entered information into maintenance database tracking system. .

Accessed computerized files containing all manuals, including schematics, maintenance, operations, repair, structural repair, and troubleshooting.

PRIOR RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

US AIRWAYS – Los Angeles and Burbank, CA and Chicago IL

Flight Line Mechanic

ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL – Palmdale, CA

Flight line inspector / Flight Line Mechanic

CERTIFICATES & LICENSES

Airframe & Power Plant Mechanics License

F.A.A. Inspection Authorization (I.A.) License

Air Conditioning (CFC) Certified

Private Single Engine Pilot – Total hours as Pilot in command: 1100 hours

Commercial Driving License (C.D.L) – Class A

Endorsements Include: Double/Triple Trailer, Haz/Mat and Tank Vehicles

MAINTENANCE QUALIFIED

Maintenance Qualified in Hydraulics, Electrical, Pneumatics, Structural, and Airframe & Power plant Systems for the following aircraft:

Boeing 727

Boeing 737-200

Boeing 737-300

Boeing 737-400

Fokker-100

BAE-146

Boeing 757

Airbus A319

Airbus A320

Airbus A321

McDonald Douglas DC-9

McDonald Douglas DC9-MD 80

Piper Navajo

Boeing 767-200

Cessna Conquest

Bombardier 700/900

Gulfstream G-1

Embraer E-170/175

EDUCATION

Specialized Training: 2009 Boeing 787, Everett, WA

79 courses, 36 of which are certifications for 787 Dreamliner in specialized drilling and fastener inspections in composite materials, CFRP (carbon reinforced plastics), with titanium fittings and fuel tank sealing inspections, product standards and process specification, training in Catia, Enovia, Delima, Redars design tools.

AS in Aviation Maintenance: Louis University, Romeoville, IL (Dean’s List)

AS in Business: Colorado Mountain College, Leadville, CO

MILITARY SERVICE

Served Honorably in the US Army as a Military Police Officer – Berlin, Germany

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