Helicopters Flight Engineer

VIDAL DEL VALLE YAGUARIN MIRANDA

Flight Engineer Aeronautical Technician Technical Instructor

**PROFESSIONAL PROFILE**

Flight Engineer and Aeronautical Technician with over 37 years of experience in military and civilian aviation. Specialized in MI-8/17/172, AS 332 B1, and AS 532 AC helicopters, with over 2,500 flight hours. Proven expertise in aeronautical quality control, technical instruction, and search & rescue operations. Licensed by ICAO as AMT II Rotorcraft and Flight Engineer. Bilingual in English and Spanish, with strong leadership and multitasking skills.

**EXPERIENCE**

**Senior Flight Engineer Venezuelan Search and Rescue Service**

*November 2008 – Present*

- Conducted over 1,000 flight hours in MI-172-3 helicopters for search and rescue operations.

- Implemented quality control procedures, reducing maintenance errors by 15%.

- Trained and certified 20+ flight engineers and technicians.

**Flight Engineer Ukrainian Helicopters Aviation Company**

*Temporary Contract* February – 2018

- Operated MI-8MTV-1 helicopters, ensuring safety and compliance with ICAO regulations.

**Aeronautical Technician Venezuelan Air Force Military Aviation**

*1985 – 2007*

- Served as Flight Engineer for AS 332 B1 Super Puma and AS 532 AC Cougar helicopters.

- Conducted technical inspections and quality control for special operations.

- RCC/NRCM for UH-1H, 212, 412 helicopters.

**EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS**

**College Degree in Aeronautical Senior Technician** Venezuelan University Institute of Military Aeronautical Technology

**Technical Instructor**

Venezuelan University Institute of Military Aeronautical Technology

**Quality Control Inspector**

Venezuelan University Institute of Military Aeronautical Technology

**Certifications**

- Flight Engineer (ICAO) – MI-8 Series (760 flight hours).

- AMT II (ICAO) – Rotorcraft and Aircraft Fuselage.

- General Maintenance Systems – AS 332 B1 and AS 532 AC Cougar (Eurocopter).

ADDITIONAL TRAINING & COURSES

Human Factors Primer for Avia,on Mechanics – FAA Safety Team Fa,gue Countermeasure Training – FAA Safety Team

Maintenance Error Avoidance – FAA Safety Team

Night Vision Goggles (NVG) Training – FAA Safety Team Helicopter Controls, Systems, and Limita,ons – FAA Safety Team Performance-Based Naviga,on (PBN) – AeronauCcal InstrucCon Center “Miguel Rios” Teaching Induc,on (Recurrent Course) – University InsCtute of Civil AviaCon TECHNICAL SKILLS

Aircra4 Systems: MI-8/17/172, AS 332 B1, AS 532 AC, Bell UH-1H, 205, 212, 412 Maintenance & Inspec,on: Turbine engines, rotary wing fuselage, aircraF systems, quality control Flight Opera,ons: Search and rescue, door gunnery, NVG operaCons, rescue hoist and sling operaCons So4ware & Tools: Proficient in aviaCon maintenance

Technical Instructor documentaCon, ICAO regulaCons, and flight simulaCon systems SOFT SKILLS

Leadership: Proven ability to lead and mentor teams in high-pressure environments, ensuring operaConal success and safety.

Communica,on: Strong interpersonal and communicaCon skills, with experience in conflict resoluCon and team collaboraCon.

Problem-Solving: Skilled in structured problem-solving, with a focus on aIenCon to detail and precision. Adaptability: Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing operaConal requirements and environments. Teaching & Training: Experienced in technical instrucCon and training, with a focus on knowledge transfer and skill development.

Teamwork: CollaboraCve approach to teamwork, with a strong sense of responsibility and ethical work pracCces.

**LANGUAGES**

- English: Professional Proficiency (EFSET Certificate).

- Spanish: Native.

**CONTACT INFORMATION**

Address: Av. Julio Centeno, San Diego Urb Yuma, Conjunto Residencial Orión, Edificio Perseo 13, Apto 13-03 PB, San Diego, Venezuela.

Phone: +58-414-******* (WhatsApp)

Email: *********@*****.*** ***********@*****.*** LinkedIn: Linkedln https://www.linkedin.com/in/vidal-del-valle-yaguarin-miranda-77395a28

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