Robert Medley
O'Fallon
Summary
Aircraft maintenance professional with strong background in overseeing complex maintenance operations and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Known for fostering team collaboration and adapting to changing needs while consistently delivering results. Skilled in troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and safety protocols with focus on maintaining operational excellence and reliability. Recognized for strong leadership and problem-solving abilities in high-stakes environments.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager of Aircraft Maintenance
Flexjet
08.2022 - Current
- Streamlined workflows for maintenance personnel, improving productivity while maintaining high-quality workmanship.
- Managed complex projects involving multiple aircraft systems upgrades, ensuring timely completion and minimal impact on operations.
- Enhanced safety standards by conducting thorough inspections and adhering to strict regulatory requirements.
- Mentored junior team members, providing guidance and support to foster professional growth and development.
- Fostered a culture of accountability among team members by setting clear expectations and providing regular performance feedback.
- Coordinated closely with flight operations teams to minimize schedule disruptions due to maintenance-related delays or cancellations.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations of team members, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement initiatives.
- Overseeing all aspects of aircraft maintenance, ensuring the airworthiness of planes by managing repair schedules, supervising maintenance technicians, performing regular inspections, and guaranteeing compliance with aviation safety regulations, ultimately ensuring aircraft are ready for flight.
Senior Project Manager
Flying Colours Corp
06.2018 - 08.2022
- Maintained schedules to meet key milestones at every project phase.
- Directed changes to project scope and cost and implemented appropriate change management processes to keep project on track.
- Presented regular status reports to executive leadership, providing insights into progress made toward achieving key milestones.
- Mentored junior project managers and team members to enhance their skills and career growth.
- Adapted quickly to unexpected challenges or obstacles encountered during project execution, devising creative solutions without compromising objectives.
- Provided outstanding service to clients through effective communication and prompt issue resolution to facilitate future business opportunities.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and implemented corrective measures to acquire success.
Aircraft Maintenance Supervisor
Flying Colours Corp
09.2006 - 06.2018
- Improved aircraft maintenance efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and procedures.
- Enhanced safety standards for maintenance operations, conducting regular inspections and audits.
- Collaborated closely with other departments to address technical issues promptly, minimizing disruptions to flight schedules.
- Established a strong safety culture within the team, leading to improved adherence to OSHA regulations and industry best practices.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations of team members, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement initiatives.
- Championed quality control measures throughout all stages of the maintenance process, reinforcing a high standard of workmanship across the team.
- Inspected all received aircraft parts to verify compliance with FAA regulations.
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
JetCorp/Flying Colours Corp
09.2002 - 09.2006
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance tasks performed, ensuring compliance with FAA regulations.
- Removed components such as landing gear, engines, and flight control.
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled inspections to check flight readiness of aircraft.
- Enhanced aircraft safety by performing thorough maintenance inspections and identifying potential issues.
- Collaborated with other technicians to complete complex repairs and improve team efficiency.
- Evaluated individual aircraft components to identify and troubleshoot issues.
- Assisted in training new technicians, sharing knowledge and expertise to ensure high-quality workmanship.
- Inspected airframes to detect wear and other defects.
- Operated power tools, gauges and testing equipment to adjust, repair, and replace faulty components in aircrafts.
- Increased operational readiness of aircraft fleet through timely completion of scheduled maintenance tasks.
- Reduced downtime for aircraft by efficiently diagnosing and repairing mechanical problems.
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on diverse aircraft engines, avionics and hydraulics.
Education
Aviation Maintenance
Maple Woods Community College
Kansas City, MO12-1989
Skills
- Aviation regulations compliance
- Safety management
- Maintenance planning
- Documentation management
- Personnel supervision
- Quality assurance procedures
- FAA compliance
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Reliability
- Organizational skills
Timeline
Manager of Aircraft Maintenance
Flexjet
08.2022 - Current
Senior Project Manager
Flying Colours Corp
06.2018 - 08.2022
Aircraft Maintenance Supervisor
Flying Colours Corp
09.2006 - 06.2018
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
JetCorp/Flying Colours Corp
09.2002 - 09.2006
Aviation Maintenance
Maple Woods Community College
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