MICHAEL J. BRAVO
FORT WORTH, TEXAS
CELL # 559-***-****
QUALITY ASSURANCE INSPECTOR
FAA INSPECTOR AUTHORIZATION #3210771
RVR Charter Aviation Hangar 17 Fort Worth, Texas February 2022 – October 2024 150 Aviation way
Fort Worth Tx. 76106
A/P Mechanic with IA license.
FAR 135 & 145 Aircraft ENB135 900EX, 900B Falcons, Cessna 560 Encore +, Beach
Perform daily, Thru and Post Flights Inspections
Maintenance Troubleshooting
Travel when required to recover aircraft
Preform Inspections schedule and unscheduled
Preform functional checks: Rigging landing Gear, Flight Controls, Pressurization System, HAC, System, Electrical System
(Retired) Lockheed Martin Manufacturer Forth Worth, Tx. August 2021 – February 2022
Quality Assurance Inspector
Aircraft: F35 A, B, & C Models
Perform evaluations processes down the line during Aircraft Build up
Perform root causes analysis, validate, review Corrective Actions
Use of Hand Tools and test Equipment, Borescope Equipment
Use of Tech Data, Blueprints, Engineering Directives, Time Compliance Technical Directives (TCTD)
Monitor Hazardous waste Management programs: tools & FOD industry standards, equipment calibration procedures.
(Part Time Job) Edwards Air Force Base Flying Club January 2017 – March 2019
IA Inspector / Mechanic
Aircraft: Cessna 182,172, Beechcraft Baron
Records updates Airframe, Engine, Props, Parts Ordering
Readied Aircraft for Students on the line
Quick call for maintenance on the line
Performs Annual, 100hr, and 50hr inspections
Lockheed Martin Flight Test Edwards AFB Ca. November 2013 –August 2021
Quality Assurance Inspector Aircraft: F-35
Perform evaluations during Aircraft: Launches, Recoveries, Refuel Inspections
Understanding of USAF AF121-101 and NAVAL OPNAVINST 4790.2 Series Instructions
Evaluate process compliance, write, review Corrective Action/Preventative Action (CAPA) reports.
Perform root cause analysis, validate, quality processes, responses, and plans
Certifications: Seat Build-up, Teardown, LO repair cert, Canopy remove and install, Canopy Wind Screen remove and install,
Inspection of aircraft ground handling & servicing component remove/replace, scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, Time Compliance Technical Directives (TCTD) execution.
Perform Safety of Flight inspections, procedural breakdown, conductor program (process audits)
Perform Hazardous waste Management programs: tools & FOD industry standards, equipment calibration procedures.
Aircraft at Site 2 prep launch and recover after missions’ service fuel, engine oil, lox system, hydraulic system,
Removed and Replace Instruments Components Landing Gear, Flight Controls Rigging, engine installation and removals, Maintenance Runs, Troubleshooting Techniques.
Use of Hand Tools and Test equipment, Borescope Equipment,
Use of Tech Data, Blueprints, Wiring Diagrams IPB's, Note Book.
Army National Guard (Contractor) January 2013 – Nov 2013
Inspector Aircraft/ Mechanic: C-23 Sherpa
Perform Pre-Flight aircraft for mission
Perform daily inspection check all fluids, air frame, engines, Flight Controls
Recover aircraft perform thru-flight
Post-Flight inspections, repair as needed
Perform A, B, C, D, E Checks, or progressive Inspections
Service PT-6 Engines.
Mazzei Flying Service July 2012 - January 2013
Director of Maintenance
Aircraft: Piper, Cessna, King Air 90, R-22 Helicopter
Oversee all maintenance, Inspections, on 20 Aircraft Piper, Cessna's, King Air Robinson Helicopters
Control budget spending, personal, maintain aircraft records in accordance with FAA, Regulations.
Oversee Parts Department and spending, reorganized Parts department by setting-up new request and issue procedures.
Part 91 and 135 aircraft maintenance for Student Training and character flights..
AECOM/URS Corp. May 2008 – July 2012
Plane Captain
Aircraft: F-18 A, B, C, D, F- 18 E, F, Super Hornets
Perform Daily, Thru, and Post Flights on aircraft Launch and recover aircraft
Service aircraft fluids, Fuel, Hydraulics, engine oil & Lox
Carrier missions for training of incoming US Pilots and foreign Countries
Familiar with OPNAVINST 4790.2 Series Instructions
CDI Qualified, tow qualified,
Fresno Air National Guard November 1989 – June 2003
Jet Engine Technician F-16
O/I level Maintenance Oversee training with all new employees and Traditional that entered the department
From engine teardown and engine build-up to troubleshooting and testing at out test cell along with others.
Performing and supervising preventive maintenance, inspection, functional checks, troubleshooting procedures, repairs,
Adjustments, modifications, removal replacements and servicing of PW-100-220E and utilized various pieces of test equipment, special tools, hand tools, measuring devices, gauges
Received Skill level 9 during my career with Air National Guard
Identified, isolated and resolved engine technical Problems with the use of blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematics, reference materials and technical data.
Performed tasks to accomplish on-equipment maintenance, off- equipment maintenance, scheduled maintenance and unscheduled maintenance for both engine and support equipment.
Fresno Air National Guard January 1981 - November 1989
Aircraft Mechanic /Crew Chief
Aircraft: F-16A, B, C, D Lot 40, F106 A/B F-4D
Performing inspections, functional checks, troubleshooting procedures, repairs, adjustments, modification, removal, replacements.
Flight Controls, Landing Gear, Engine Rigging, Canopy, Ace s 2 Egress system.
Servicing of aircraft systems such as fuel, hydro and engine oil system, Hydrazine.
Utilized various pieces of test equipment, special tools, hand tools, measuring devices and gauges. isolated and resolved aircraft problems with the use of blueprints, wiring diagrams, Technical Data
Ability to work in a diverse /integrated work environment.
Download and upload weapons while standing alert at Fresno and Riverside Alert Stations.
US Army Fort Lewis WA. February 1976 - February 1980
Aircraft Mechanic / Crew Chief
Aircraft: Beech Baron, Beech King Air 90’s, Beech Super King Air C-12A, U-21A & U-21RU
Perform repairs, troubleshooting, flight controls, landing gear, pressurization system
Troubleshooting, oxygen servicing fuel servicing, engine rigging, removal, installation
Propeller removal, installation and rigging
Perform Pre-flights, Thru-Flights, Post Flights
EDUCATION
Engineering, Mechanical not completed.
West Hills City College, Lemoore California,
College of the Air Force, Maxwell AFB Alabama,
United States Army
License Airframe & Power Plant Mechanic
Inspection Authorization-IA License