Abu Dhabi United Arab

Daniel Bryan Guillory

Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates

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Professional Summary

Dynamic Aviation Maintenance Manager with extensive experience recognized for enhancing safety culture and achieving contractual KPIs. Proven expertise in program management and logistics, complemented by Six Sigma Green Belt training. Adept at leading diverse teams and driving operational excellence in high-pressure environments. Adept at strategic planning, process improvement, and fostering culture of accountability and excellence. Known for adaptability and consistently meeting changing organizational needs.

Work History

09/2018 to 05/2025

Manager, Aviation Maintenance

Global Aviation Logistics – Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Managed all facets of aircraft maintenance, personnel, resources and equipment associated with the contract.

Ensured that all aircraft inspection procedures, maintenance practices, standards, and records comply with al Military FAA, TAMMS, GAL, and Customer regulations.

Ensured safety standards are adhered to and improve overall safety culture.

Responsible for the preparation of different audits parties and all subsequent corrections.

Responsible for the oversight, guidance, and counseling of all department managers, ensuring that managers are conducting productive and positive oversight of their departments.

Provided aircraft maintenance and related activity reporting and processes to include: collecting, combining, and presenting reports; developing and submitting monthly contract deliverables (CDRL); developing and maintaining aircraft maintenance and logistics and determining maintenance personnel requirements based on present and projected workloads.

Responsible for the management and the supervision of maintenance activities to include phase inspections, modifications and repair of aircraft and aircraft structures, engines, and accessories.

Ensured aircraft are maintained to airworthiness standards prescribed by applicable regulations, technical manuals, airworthiness directives, and good maintenance practices.

Managed the scheduled maintenance forecasting and planning for assets in support of mission requirements, the flying-hour program, and the bank time goals. Considers all factors that affect workflow, such as location of equipment and facilities, tools and tool control, supplies and logistical constraints, job requirements and technician skill sets.

Provided program over site and direction over maintenance support functions which include logistics, quality control, shops and information technology.

Developed primary and recurring training for all contract personnel to ensure that they are trained on new model aircraft before being assigned to duties on those aircrafts.

The Aviation Maintenance Program Manager is directly responsible for the performance appraisals of all functional managers.

Monitored the deployment execution and provided procedural guidance when necessary.

Delegated authority and functions to the Ops Manager but must retain responsibility for all assigned Managers.

Sustained contractual KPIs within pre-specified limitations and indicate/flag any potential drop downs to the Aviation Directorate.

Represented the official link of the maintenance program with the customer leadership.

01/2013 to 08/2018

Program Manager

UAE DynCorp Apache Program – Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Managed 104 DynCorp employees under GAL contract under my supervision.

Assessed current and future trends, guiding organizations in making informed maintenance, logistics, operations and management decisions at both the strategic and tactical levels.

Managed 65 direct hire DynCorp employees and 40 AMMROC contracted personnel.

Served as liaison between the UAE Apache Program and the UAE military with the OEMs that support the Apache helicopters.

Served as a liaison between DynCorp International Apache Program and AMMROC Company.

Supported the UAE Military and the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) in areas of providing technical and services, in accordance with the Technical Service Agreement (TAA) and supported service to assist in maintenance, training of maintenance personnel, and planning, development and implementation of a maintenance and supply program for the United Arab Emirates Apache Program.

Assisted the U.S. Government in overall issues involving FMS contract in areas of logistics, shipping old and new aircraft and shortage of Aircraft on the Ground (AOG) parts.

Coordinated meetings between the UAE Military and the FMS government representatives.

Advised the UAE Military on operations, maintenance and technical information regarding day-to-day operation.

Maintains communication line between UAE Military and AMCOM.

Interviewed, hired, managed and trained staff; delegated responsibilities, evaluated job performance and mediated conflicts.

Developed operating procedures for the maintenance back shops and flight line operations.

Analyzed complex information; identified areas needing improvement and resolved critical issues while holding teams accountable for their contributions.

Driven by challenge and recognized for clear decision-making under pressure, thriving in diverse and fast-paced settings.

10/1997 to 12/2013

Armament Electrical Lead

UAE DynCorp Apache Program – Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Diagnosed and repaired malfunctions in the Apache helicopter armament, electrical, instruments, airframe components, flight controls, BUCS system, power train, hydraulic and fire control systems according to technical manuals, directives and safety procedures.

Performed maintenance, authorized modifications on mechanical devices and instruments. Also performed maintenance on Apache helicopter Target acquisition Designation System, and Pilots Night Vision Sensor and Laser designation equipment.

Troubleshoot 701C/701Upgrade engines use on the UAE helicopters.

Supervised and provided technical guidance to the United Arab Emirates Air Force Personnel performing Apache armament, electrical system maintenance, inspection and aircraft logbook and record keeping.

Performed maintenance trend analysis using 6-stigma process and production control, quality control and other maintenance management principles and procedures to aircraft armament system, maintenance and shop operation.

Determined man hours, personnel, parts and facility requirement to maintain and repair the Apache helicopter.

Recommended stock level for shop and bench stock for repair of the Apache helicopter armament, electrical and fire control systems and subsystems.

Major accomplishment: helped the U.A.E. Air Force put together a modification program for the upgrade of their Apache helicopter and helping them deploy to the Balkans as part of the NATO Peacekeeping Force.

11/1996 to 10/1997

Aircraft Electronic Technician

Lockheed Martin Logistics Management – Fort Bragg, NC

Provided technical expertise on the weapon, targeting and night vision systems installed on the

Apache helicopter.

Worked with U.S. Army personnel troubleshooting the Target Acquisition Systems (TADS) the Pilots Night Vision System (PNVS) and other systems including Flight Control Systems on Apache helicopter.

Utilized the Diagnostic Troubleshooting Aid (DTA) and the TADS Turret Continuity Test Set to troubleshoot these complex systems.

Installed, maintained and repaired the (EGI) Global Positioning Systems and other important upgrades to the Apache helicopter.

Provided technical help to all National Guard and Reserve units in that region on upgrades and technical problems with these Apache helicopters.

Major Accomplishment: Assisted the Fort Bragg Apache Battalion on minutes notice to upgrade 48 Apache helicopter in limited time to (EGI) Global Positioning System for deployment to Bosnia for peacekeeping duties

08/1996 to 11/1996

Technical Support Representative

IKON Office Solutions – Norcross, GA

Provided technical assistance to the customers of Sharp copying equipment products from Ikon Office Solutions.

Observed products being operated by customers and reporting to the supervisor on the operational suitability of the products in satisfying customers' needs.

Diagnosed, troubleshoot and replaced electrical components to keep the equipment operational.

Prepared field data reports, quality deficiency reports and weekly reports to report field condition and problems with Ikon products.

04/1996 to 08/1996

Circuit Board Printer Technician

Photocircuit Corporation, – Peachtree City, GA

Responsible for manufacturing and producing printed circuit boards.

Interpreted engineer blueprints, then produce the circuit boards in accordance with the specification that were provided by the customer.

Reported on the existence or developmental progress of any product which may have an effect on Photo circuit present or future production.

Performed quality control on circuit boards sending defective parts or assemblies to engineering analysis, when directed by the supervisor

04/1994 to 04/1996

Helicopter Electronic Technician

McDonnell Douglas Corp. – Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Responsible for maintaining 12 Apache helicopters for the Royal Saudi Land Forces Army Aviation Command

Trained their soldiers on the operation of the Target Designation Systems (TADS) Pilots Night Vision Sensor (PNVS), Laser Designation Equipment, Flight Video Recorders, Optics and Electronic Interface Systems and Subsystem Conducted preventive maintenance, equipment operational checks and extensive troubleshooting and repairs.

Skilled in the theory, operation and troubleshooting of the 1553 multiplex system and the use of the Fault Detection System.

Proficient in the use of SP-1 multiplex read-code interrogation system and the conversion of octal numbers into binary in order to determine a system failure.

Recognized by my colleagues and our customer as a true Aviation Maintenance Professional. The Saudi officers and Soldiers have on many occasions shared with me their high regard for my technical knowledge and mechanical skills.

03/1983 to 03/1984

Aircraft Refueling Customer Service Technician

Delta Airlines – Atlanta, GA

Perform pre and post fueling checks on fuel delivery vehicles and equipment.

Drive fuel trucks and operate fueling equipment to refuel aircraft.

Ensure fueling equipment and vehicles are maintained and in good working condition

Monitor fuel supplies and communicate with suppliers to ensure a constant supply of fuel.

Implement safety regulations and guidelines during the refueling process.

Monitor and record fuel delivered to each aircraft.

Conduct regular inspections of fuel storage facilities.

Respond to fuel emergencies and spills, following appropriate safety procedures.

Coordinate with airport staff and air traffic control during fueling operations.

Maintain accurate records of fuel transactions and inventory.

Liaise with the Pilot-In-Command on proper fuel load for international and domestic flights.

Education

Associate of Arts: General Studies

Enterprise Junior College - Enterprise, AL

Skills

Transition course from AH-64A to AH-64D model Apache helicopter by Boeing Helicopter Division, Fort Knox, KY. (12 weeks February 2008)

Program Management and Contract Administration, Fort Worth, TX. (40 hour course Sept 2004)

Six Sigma Green Belt Training, Muscat, Oman (40 hour course July 2004)

Training in Sharp Photocopying Equipment Ikon Office solutions Atlanta GA. (320 hours 1997)

Ethics and Middle Eastern Custom, McDonnell Douglas Corp. (40 hours 1994)

OH-58 (Scout) Air to Air Stinger Maintenance Course. (2 weeks 1991)

US Army Aviation Safety Course, Fort Rucker, AL (2 weeks 1990)

AH-64 (Apache) Aircraft/Missile Systems and Target Acquisition Designation System, Pilots Night Vision Sensor and Laser Designation Equipment. Also Flight Video Recorders Optic and Electronic Course, Fort Eustis, VA (10 weeks 1990)

AH-1 (Cobra) Aircraft Fire Control Computer, Electronic Interface Systems Course, Fort Eustis, VA (14 weeks 1987)

Armament Technical Inspector also, trained in preparing reports on Equipment Systems, Maintenance Procedures and tools, supply and Army Logistics System Course, Fort Eustis, VA (14 weeks 1985)

AH-1 (Cobra) Helicopter Weapons Systems and Electronic Course, Fort Eustis, VA (16 weeks 1978)

Microsoft Office, XP Professional

Awards

20-Year Service Award, DynCorp International UAE Apache Program

15-Year Service Award, DynCorp International UAE Apache Program

10-Year Service Award, DynCorp International UAE Apache Program

5-Year Service Award, DynCorp International UAE Apache Program

2-year Performance Award from McDonnell Douglas.

1978-1992 Honorable Discharge from US Army after 14 years of service

80% Disabled Veteran

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