Carlos Micolta

Dedicated MV-22 Tiltrotor Mechanic with the United States Marine Corps, skilled in preventive maintenance and system troubleshooting. Demonstrates a strict adherence to maintenance publications and policies. Proven ability to train and collaborate with teams, ensuring operational excellence.

• Monitored the successful training of junior mechanic trainees, leading to a more qualified work center.
• Conducted unscheduled and scheduled maintenance on MV-22 aircraft to ensure operational readiness that led consistent and reliable flight hours.
• Supervised multiple Maintenance actions that resulted in a safe compliance to maintenance publications and an overall culture in the work center that revolved around safe maintenance.

1.  Recognized for playing a vital role in the safe and successful replacement of a swashplate on an MV-22 undergoing modification under the Common Configuration Readiness and Modernization program at the Boeing facility in Ridley Park, Pennsylvania. I was hand-selected to be apart of a multi-squadron team when it was determined that Boeing employees could not complete the maintenance actions. Ensured that the aircraft remained on timeline, enabling the return of a modern, combat capable aircraft to the fleet. 

2. Recognized for encountering an MV-22 engine undergoing removal and replacement. During the installation of the replacement engine, the cable lift the engine was found to be fraying, putting the engine and personnel at risk. Immediately assisted in securing the engine and prevented the potential harm of personnel and the loss of a 2 million dollar asset.