RICHARD A. THOMAS1150 Oakesdale Ave SW, Suite 319, Renton, WA. 98057

sorath5@yahoo.com253-332-9727

GENERAL 30 + Years of civilian and military experience. QMS experience. Experience on models: Boeing 737(NG), 787, MD-80, 707 (AWACS, E-3). Excellent troubleshooting skills with electrical, hydraulic and avionics systems. Component overhaul and inspection experience. Currently hold an F.A.A. airframe & powerplant license.

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

5/15-Curr TTF AEROSPACE, Auburn, WA QA INSPECTOR/LAB TECHNICIAN- Test and inspect materials and calibrate using OSU and NBS chambers at various stages of production process and comply and evaluate statistical data to determine and maintain quality and reliability of products. Plan sequence of testing and calibration procedures for instruments and equipment. Set up standard and special purpose laboratory equipment to test, evaluate, and calibrate other instruments and test equipment. Measure parts for conformity with specifications. Test materials for both TTF and outside customers. Maintain daily test log. Interact with customers and test witnesses. Perform flammability and mechanical properties testing for process verification both to TTF and contracted customer specifications. Perform FAA witnessed flammability testing. Contract for and monitor equipment calibration services. Review and archive all composite cure and adhesive mix records. Perform required receiving inspection material verification testing. Determine eligibility for and perform re-testing and re-certification of expired materials. Maintain all records and charts showing compliance to material storage equipments. Maintain inventory of spare parts and test equipment maintenance materials, fuel and hazard devices. Interprets engineering drawings, schematic diagrams, or formulas and confers with management or engineering staff to determine quality and reliability standards. Select products for tests at specified stages in production process, and test products for variety of qualities such as dimensions, performance, and mechanical, electrical, or chemical characteristics. Record test data, applying statistical quality control procedures. Evaluate data and write reports to validate or indicate deviations from existing standards. Recommend modifications of existing quality or production standards to achieve optimum quality within limits of equipment capability. Set up and perform destructive and nondestructive tests on materials, parts, or products to measure performance, life, or material characteristics. Prepare graphs or charts of data or enters data into computer for analysis.

3/14-7/14 B/E AEROSPACE (ALCI), Everett, WA FIELD SUPPORT TECHNICIAN-Perform service activities associated with installing, maintaining, and servicing ALCI products on-site at Boeing facilities in Renton/Seattle, WA.

10/13-5/15 AIM AEROSPACE, Renton, WA QA INSPECTOR- Perform visual and dimensional inspections of AIM and supplier produced product, materials and tooling in all work centers. Document non-conformities on AIM rejection tags and pick-up forms. Perform computer functions as necessary to track accepted parts to

various work centers within AIM's material and manufacturing system. Provide information and assistance to production and supervisory personnel as well as occasional interaction with vendors and customers in their efforts to produce quality product. Work with supplier source inspectors to finalize outgoing products. Document compliance with customer and/or regulatory procedures and quality plans. Provide training and/or assistance to other inspectors in the use of procedures or tools. On occasion train and/or mentor new inspectors and provide feedback to the QA Manager.

5/08-1/13 BOEING, Puget Sound, WA FLIGHTLINE QA INSPECTOR (C2709/97109)- Perform inspections and assure correct documentation of maintenance, preventive maintenance, repair and modification in accordance with appropriate maintenance manuals/engineering drawings/Boeing processes and repair station manual to ensure airworthiness and quality of aircraft maintenance and alterations prior to return to service. Create, review and validate product non-conformances. Coordinate inspections with DCMA customer inspectors. Previous MRB authority on the AEW&C program. Aircraft supported- Boeing 737(NG), (C-40), (P-8A), (AEW&C), 787, 707 (AWACS, E-3).

2/08-5/08 ALASKA AIRLINES, Seattle, WA LINE MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN- Maintain and repair 737/MD-80 series aircraft to standards set by the F.A.A. for a Part 121 air carrier. 2/07-11/07 ALSALAM AIRCRAFT COMPANY, Saudi Arabia TECHNICAL INSTRUCTOR/REPAIRER 406CS (OH-58D)- Instruct (OJT)/repair aircraft for the Royal Saudi Land Forces Aviation Command.

12/03-2/07 GE HEALTHCARE, Waukesha, WI. ADVANCED TECHNICIAN SELF EMPLOYMENT, Janesville, WI. HELICOPTER MECHANIC- Perform contract maintenance on helicopters. Primarily E.M.S.

aircraft (Part 135) in WI. and IL.

7/01-3/03 HELICOPTER SPECIALTIES, INC., Janesville, WI. (145 repair station)LEAD TECHNICIAN/INSPECTOR- Maintain and repair E.M.S. aircraft to standards set by the F.A.A. to maintain an airworthy condition. Perform duties as a quality control inspector and a lead mechanic. Component overhaul and inspection. Return aircraft to service. Travel to and support field base helicopters (Part 135) as needed.

8/96-6/01 OMNIFLIGHT HELICOPTERS, INC., Addison, TX. (Part 135 & 145 repair station) COMPONENT TECHNICIAN/INSPECTOR- Repair and overhaul components such as

transmissions, gearboxes, M/R heads and flight control components. Support field bases with technical information regarding serviceable limitations.

FIELD /LEAD TECHNICIAN-Worked at the Columbus, OH. maintenance facility on 5 EMS contract helicopters (Part 135) for MEDFLIGHT and other Midwest based aircraft.

10/94-1/96 COMP USA, Tampa, FL. COMPUTER TECHNICIAN- Build, upgrade and repair computers and printers in a retail

oriented atmosphere. Perform technical assistance to customers over the phone.

9/90-1/94 OMNIFLIGHT HELICOPTERS, INC., Chicago, IL. (Part 135 & 145 repair station) HELICOPTER TECHNICIAN- Maintain and repair aircraft to standards set by the F.A.A. to maintain an airworthy condition.

1/83-4/90 U.S.ARMY SGT. /E-5 HELICOPTER REPAIRMAN (MOS-67Y) - Supervised (six to ten) personnel in the

maintenance and repair of various aircraft including: OH-58's, UH-1's and AH-1's. Served as both a crew chief and as Asst. Platoon Sgt. Responsible for training personnel in proper

maintenance techniques.

LICENSE Airframe & Powerplant

SECURITYCLEARANCE Secret

EDUCATION:

Current American Council on Education 67 Credit Hrs. toward Aviation Science Degree

1/13 Boeing Maintenance Certification Courses (various)3/12 Robinson 22/44/66 Maintenance Course (Factory training)2/08 Alaska Airlines Maintenance Courses (various)

1/07 GE Healthcare Six Sigma Training 7/04 AS-350 Field Maintenance Course (Factory training) 7/04 Bell 206 series Field Maintenance Course (Factory training) 11/98 Honeywell SPZ-7100 Auto-Pilot Course 7/98 Lycoming LTS101-650/750 Engine Maintenance 2/97 BK-117 Field Maintenance Course (Factory training) 6/91 Allison 250-C20/C30 Series Engine Maintenance 6/83 US Army Helicopter Repairman School (67Y)