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RICHARD P. GOAD

Palmetto

Summary

Dynamic and accomplished Line Maintenance Technician with over 23 years of progressive experience in aircraft maintenance for multiple air carriers. Highly regarded for guiding team members to achieve excellence across preventative maintenance, repair, modifications, and other crucial aspects to ensure aircraft functionality while securing key cost reductions. Known as a motivational, influential leader who builds and maintains lasting relationships through clear communication and a people-focused approach. Out-of-the-box thinker and dedicated professional with expertise in regulatory compliance, heavy maintenance services, staff training, reporting/documentation, and budget management.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Line Maintenance /AOG

FEAM Aero
01.2017 - Current
  • Use best practices to ensure efficient maintenance on customer aircraft while adhering to standards& regulation
  • Provided AOG support for multiple air carriers.
  • Executed repairs on a range of Boeing and Airbus aircraft, such as 737, 747, 767, 777, 319, 320, 321, 300, and 330.

Heavy Maintenance Representative

Spirit Airlines
01.2013 - 01.2017
  • Displayed careful scrutiny in analyzing policies of maintenance provider.
  • Served as a trusted advisor to senior management for operational enhancement strategies.
  • Expanded knowledge of production principles through collaboration and documentation of best practices.
  • Streamlined information flow by creating effective communication pathways.
  • Reduced overall costs for C Check.

Aircraft Mechanic, Aircraft Maintenance Technician

STS Aero Staff Services
01.2010 - 01.2012
  • Executed routine checks and upkeep on aircraft systems to maintain safety standards.
  • Utilized specialized tools and equipment to diagnose mechanical issues.
  • Partnered with team members to tackle complex aircraft challenges, increasing collaborative effectiveness.
  • Documented repair and inspection processes to adhere to compliance requirements.

Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician

Atlantic Southeast Airlines
01.2008 - 01.2010
  • Conducted comprehensive Line and Hangar maintenance.
  • Removed components like landing gear, engines, and flight control to ensure aircraft functionality.
  • Executed flight line tasks and continuously expanded aircraft maintenance knowledge.
  • Established a MEL team to cut aircraft deferrals by half.

Aircraft Maintenance Technician

Pegasus Aircraft Maintenance
01.2007 - 01.2008

Executed line maintenance tasks for FedEx operations.

Aircraft Maintenance Technician

Continental Airlines
01.2007 - 01.2008

Conducted routine line maintenance.

Aircraft Maintenance Technician

Jet Blue Airways
2005 - 01.2007

Performed line maintenance and AOG maintenance

Education

Certificate - Airframe and Power Plant, Aviation Maintenance

Westwood College of Aviation

Skills

  • Guaranteed line maintenance and AOG support on multiple air carriers and aircraft while under strict deadlines and heavy workload at FEAM Aero as a manager I effectively overseeing a team of 80
  • Guided improvement opportunities to reduce annual costs
  • Streamlined various maintenance functions, covering item generation/decisions, progress reporting, and more at Spirit Airlines, acting as a trusted advisor to senior management for potential operational enhancements
  • Proficient in TRAX aircraft maintenance software
  • Led servicing on a wide array of complex aircraft systems and trained new technicians on relevant practices
  • Aircraft Maintenance
  • Complex Problem Solving
  • Heavy Maintenance
  • Training & Mentoring
  • Preventative Maintenance
  • Reporting/Documentation
  • Management & Supervision
  • Customer Service
  • Troubleshooting & Repairs
  • Communication
  • Team Collaboration
  • Regulatory Compliance

Certification

A & P certificate

FCC 1,3,8 with radar endorsement

Timeline

Line Maintenance /AOG

FEAM Aero
01.2017 - Current

Heavy Maintenance Representative

Spirit Airlines
01.2013 - 01.2017

Aircraft Mechanic, Aircraft Maintenance Technician

STS Aero Staff Services
01.2010 - 01.2012

Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician

Atlantic Southeast Airlines
01.2008 - 01.2010

Aircraft Maintenance Technician

Pegasus Aircraft Maintenance
01.2007 - 01.2008

Aircraft Maintenance Technician

Continental Airlines
01.2007 - 01.2008

Certificate - Airframe and Power Plant, Aviation Maintenance

Westwood College of Aviation

Aircraft Maintenance Technician

Jet Blue Airways
2005 - 01.2007
RICHARD P. GOAD