Michael Crickmore
Moose Jaw,SK
Summary
Dynamic Aircraft Technician with CAE, skilled in preventive maintenance and quality control. Enhanced flight safety through meticulous inspections and effective troubleshooting, while fostering teamwork and collaboration. Proficient in interpreting blueprints and implementing safety protocols, contributing to a significant reduction in in-flight failures. Committed to continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Aircraft Technician
CAE
08.2024 - Current
- Inspected aircraft structures for compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Performed repairs on airframe components using hand tools and power equipment.
- Interpreted engineering drawings and specifications to complete structural modifications.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot structural issues effectively.
- Assisted in maintaining inventory of materials and tools necessary for structural tasks.
- Documented repair processes and inspections in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Ensured adherence to safety protocols during all maintenance operations.
- Supported senior technicians in advanced repair projects, enhancing technical skills and knowledge.
- Increased quality control measures for more accurate diagnoses and efficient repairs of aircraft structures.
- Maintained comprehensive documentation on all completed tasks, aiding in data-driven improvements to maintenance processes.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to develop solutions for recurring structural issues, reducing instances of in-flight failures.
- Assisted in the design and fabrication of specialized tools for unique aircraft structural repairs, increasing job efficiency.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at refining standard operating procedures that resulted in enhanced efficiency.
- Enhanced flight safety with thorough pre-flight and post-flight inspections of aircraft structures.
- Conducted corrosion control inspections and treatments, prolonging the service life of aircraft components.
- Performed detailed evaluations of aircraft damage to ensure proper corrective actions were taken, maintaining a high level of safety.
- Implemented safety protocols during maintenance operations, reducing workplace accidents and injuries among team members.
- Performed daily postflight, preflight and other periodic inspections.
- Fabricated sheet metal components for aircraft skin, working with highly sensitive materials requiring special manufacturing treatments, coatings and installation processes.
- Maintained various aircraft systems such as seat and canopy ejections, gaseous and liquid oxygen and life raft ejection.
- Worked with egress specialists to pull seats for regular maintenance and life support systems refresh.
- Removed and installed oxygen system valves, gauges and converters.
- Removed corrosion and deposits on special surfaces and restored using manufacturers' protocols.
- Performed daily flight line preflight and post-fight aircraft inspections of hydraulic systems and flight control surfaces.
- Recorded maintenance actions in aircraft logbooks.
- Read and interpreted aircraft documentation to determine repair feasibility and methods.
Aircrew Life Support Equipment
CAE
08.2024 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Education
No Degree - Aircraft Structural Repair
Southern Albert Institute of Technologies
Calgary, AB07-1998
No Degree - Aerospace Engineering
Canadian Forces School of Aerospace Technology And Engineer
Borden, ON09-1987
High School Diploma -
Highland Secondary School
Dundas, ON01-1985
Skills
- Preventive Maintenance
- Quality control
- Aircraft inspection procedures
- Hand and power tools proficiency
- Quality assurance standards
- Blueprints and schematics interpretation
- Safety protocols adherence
- Structural assembly techniques
- Corrosion control techniques
- Precision measurement tools
- Ground support equipment operation
- Composite materials repair
- Welding and brazing techniques
- Parts inspection
- Safety procedures
- Equipment installation
- Excellent work ethic
- Precision measuring
- Military maintenance requirements
- Structural repairs
- Maintenance documentation
- Blueprint interpretation
- Inspection documentation
- Installation management
- Corrosion prevention
- Fire extinguishing and oxygen systems
- Reliable and consistent
- Maintenance inspection
- Attentive to detail
- Strong organization skills
- Strong work ethic and integrity
- Component repair
- Military maintenance standards
- Safety protocol
- Aircraft disassembly
- Airworthiness testing
- Aircraft status reports
- Aircraft inspection
- Exceptional collaboration skills
- Hand tools proficiency
- Troubleshooting
- Attention to detail
- Component replacement
- Blueprint reading
- Parts fabrication
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Decision-making
- Adaptability and flexibility
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 6 staff members.
Timeline
Aircraft Technician
CAE
08.2024 - Current
Aircrew Life Support Equipment
CAE
08.2024 - Current
No Degree - Aircraft Structural Repair
Southern Albert Institute of Technologies
No Degree - Aerospace Engineering
Canadian Forces School of Aerospace Technology And Engineer
High School Diploma -
Highland Secondary School
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