Experience

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  Silicon Valley Space Center

  • 1 - 100 Employee

  • VP Education - Aviation & Satellite Programs

    • Jun 2015 - Present

    Currently serves as SVSC, VP for Education Aviation/Satellite Programs. SVSC is non-profit organization involved with establishing programs which are designed to stimulate student and intern interest in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). SVSC is involved with enabling entrepreneurial start-up companies to identify niches in the NewSpace markets.

  • Chief Operating Officer

    • Jul 2013 - Present

    Airfield and Hangars Operations

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  Gavilan College

  • Gilroy, California

  • Maintenance Instructor

    • Aug 2013 - Present
    • Gilroy, California

    Aviation Maintenance Instructor – FAA Part 147 Aviation

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  Computer Science Corporation

  • Huston, Texas

  • Senior Engineering Supervisor

    • May 2007 - May 2011
    • Huston, Texas

    Overseen development of the technical documentation and supervised the day to day work of mechanical support to engineering in the development, analysis and development of processes, product and equipment. Management of professional and contract personnel with unique experience for oversight of NASA's Boeing 747SP Airborne Observatory documentation.

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  Aircraft Maintance Programs

  • Florida

  • President / Consultant

    • Jan 2007 - Apr 2010
    • Florida

    Developed 747 FAA approved maintenance programs for several Part 91 Operators.STC Mod Consultant - STC Mod for cargo transporting with Gulfstream G2 aircraft.

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  University Space Research Association

  • NASA Moffett Federal Airfield

  • Aircraft Maintenance Manager/ DOM

    • Feb 2004 - May 2007
    • NASA Moffett Federal Airfield

    USRA’s FAA Part 145 Approved Repair Station and SOFIA Aircraft Maintenance Operations located at NASA Moffett Field, Mountain View, Calif. Combined analysis, organization, planning and consensus building abilities with effective results, negotiation, and relationship management skills. Especially skilled in NASA's Stratospheric Observatory For Infrared Astronomy (SOFIA) Program with particular emphasis for technical support and representation for the B747 "D" check. Developed operational and maintenance on site procedures for the oversight of NASA's Boeing 747SP Airborne Observatory. Coordinated and provide technical documents and logistics support, supervised contract maintenance consultants.

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  United Airlines

  • San Francisco Bay Area

  • Operations Coordinator/ Station Manager

    • Sep 1997 - Jan 2004
    • San Francisco Bay Area

    Supported and coordinated the technical document required for the accomplishment of production and inspection tasks being accomplished during NASAs 747SP D Check. Coordinated the certification of Moffett Federal Airfield for a FAA 14 CFR 121 Operation. Managed business and production aspects for the SOFIA JT9D-7 engines with Air Canada and UA representatives. Chaired and leaded NASA/FAA IPT and Working Groups.

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  Bayland Aviation

  • San Jose Airport, San Jose, California

  • Owner

    • 1985 - 1990
    • San Jose Airport, San Jose, California

    Aircraft Fix Based Operation - maintained general aviation in accordance with FAA Title 14 Parts 43, 91, 135 and 103. Type of aircraft included homebuilt kits, ultra lights, general aviation, corporate, experimental and turbine powered aircraft.

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  United Airlines

  • San Francisco Bay Area

  • Staff Maintenance Operation Instructor

    • 1982 - 1989
    • San Francisco Bay Area

    General aircraft and engine skills, Boeing and Douglas Aircraft and engine systems and Leadership and management training.