YVONNE MARINUS

21 Glen Drive

Goshen, NY 10924

845-615-9080

650-302-8306

OBJECTIVE: I desire a challenging opportunities in which I can combine my technical knowledge and organizational skills with my passion for new experiences.

EMPLOYMENT

JET SET AVIATION CONSULTING, LLC

Goshen, NY

December 2008 to Present

v Owner/Aircraft Conformity Auditor/Inspector

Performed contract on-site conformity inspections to ensure airworthiness and regulatory compliance of aircraft being added to the fleet of various aircraft management companies.

· Performed multiple audits on a wide variety of aircraft types including Airbus, Boeing, Gulfstream, Bombardier, Falcon, Sikorsky, Hawker, Cessna, Agusta, etc.

· Travel as required in order to perform audits at the location of convenience to the client.

· Worked independently and in conjunction with others, either with or without direct supervision by personnel from the contracting management company.

· Acquired copies of necessary legal aircraft documentation as requested.

· Verified the completeness and accuracy of the Computerized Maintenance Tracking Programs; CAMP, CMP, AVTRAK, etc.

· Visually inspected and photographed aircraft to verify the presence, proper installation and documentation of avionics systems, required placards and safety equipment.

· Performed in in-depth inspection of the aircraft maintenance records for compliance with manufacture’s recommended maintenance program, required inspections, replacement and documentation of life limited components, proper observance of TBO intervals, etc.

· Confirmed compliance with applicable AD’s, Service Bulletins, etc. for airframe, engines and appliances.

· Prepared report formatted documentation of all audited material and noted discrepancies for follow up by the management company after completion of the inspection.

· Cooperated with on-site maintenance manager to aid in resolution of discrepancies identified.

· Maintained company and client confidentiality at all times.

ARG/US PROS

Greenwood Village, CO

August 2011 to Present

v Aviation Systems Auditor

Performed a wide variety of audits and investigations for aviation international and domestic operators.

· ARG/US Best Practices

· ARG/US Platinum

· Air Charter Safety Foundation (ACSF)

· IS-BAO

· IS-BAH

· Enbridge

· Aviation Maintenance Consulting

· Maintenance Audits

· Ground Handling Audits

· Cargo Operations

· Emergency Medical Service Aviation

JET DIRECT AVIATION

(FORMERLY TAG AVIATION) September 2006 to November 2008

Burlingame, CA

September 2006 to November 2008

v Quality Assurance Auditor/ Airworthiness Evaluator-Maintenance Standards

Responsible for documentation, review and quality assurance of airworthiness procedures for all aircraft operated by the company.

· Conducted both internal and external quality audits.

· Conducted FAR 91 and FAR 135 Aircraft Conformity Inspections.

· Conducted base audits.

· Conducted vendor audits.

· Participated in providing Continuing Analysis and Surveillance.

· Returned aircraft to service following maintenance performed either in house or at outside vendor facility.

· Reviewed documentation of maintenance activity to ensure compliance with the manufacture’s

recommended maintenance program, Federal Aviation Regulations and the company manuals.

· Reviewed computerized maintenance tracking program reports to ensure timely completion of required maintenance activity.

· Possessed a through understanding of all inspection methods, techniques and equipment required to determine the quality and airworthiness of the work being performed.

· Ensured that all Required Inspection Items (RII) and Approved Aircraft Inspection Program Items (AAIP) had been identified and that each had been recorded and inspected to ensure proper return to service authorization.

· Ensured that proper procedures are followed in relation to Minimum Equipment List deferrals.

· Ensured that the highest standards of workmanship were applied and that all documentation was properly completed.

· Performed airworthiness oversight and evaluation for Part 135 aircraft and their operation without supervision.

· Interfaced with and directed maintenance personnel worldwide in order to properly document airworthiness.

· Represented the Maintenance Department in dealings, audits and investigations with FAA personnel on the national and local levels.

· Taught maintenance indoctrination to newly hired technicians.

· Provided customer support to the maintenance personnel in the field via phone, fax and email.

· Participated in responding to audits by consultants, the FAA and independent firms such as Wyvern and ARG/US.

SUNSET AVIATION, INC.

Novato, CA

September 2005 to September 2006

v Manager of Maintenance Control September 2005 to September 2006

Responsible for developing, maintaining, and implementing policies and procedures for the accurate tracking of aircraft maintenance, scheduling in-house and outsourced maintenance, monthly reporting, and quarterly reporting, and FAR 135 operations support.

· Coordinated daily maintenance scheduling.

· Scheduled maintenance activity to utilize both company and non-company maintenance personnel to provide required maintenance services.

· Monitored and returned to service aircraft that were outsourced for maintenance.

· Coordinated maintenance operational issues with Dispatch and Flight Operations departments.

· Served as maintenance liaison to aircraft owners.

· Administered and controlled use of the Minimum Equipment List (MEL) to ensure flight safety and regulatory compliance.

· Maintained maintenance control log and initiated Mechanical Reliability Reports (MRR's) and Mechanical Interruption Summary (MIS) reports.

· Participated in providing Continuing Analysis and Surveillance for FAR 135 Operations.

· Conducted systematic audits of aircraft, aircraft records and maintenance programs.

· Monitored aircraft hours, cycles and dates to insure inspections, scheduled maintenance, or MEL expiration times didn’t lapse.

· Monitored, updated and audited the aircraft maintenance tracking programs.

· Reviewed the aircraft return to service paperwork.

· Completed monthly and quarterly reporting of specifically tracked aircraft information.

· Assured compliance with all company and federal requirements, regulations, policies and procedures.

UNITED AIRLINES

San Francisco, CA

October 1985 to September 2005

v Aircraft Maintenance Technician January 1996 to September 2005

Responsible for ensuring the highest standards of quality in the inspection, repair, maintenance and troubleshooting of aircraft systems and structures on all aircraft types operated by United Airlines.

· Performed maintenance on aircraft engines, sheet metal and composite structures, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, flight controls, electronics as well as computerized navigational equipment.

· Specialized in damaged aircraft recovery and repair.

· Coordinated, trained and participated in Aircraft Crisis Response and Emergency Field Service Teams.

· Ensured compliance with federal and state regulations as well as company and manufacturer engineering standards and procedures in all facets of maintenance operations.

· Performed periodic Safety Audits and Daily Safety Inspections of the production environment, equipment and procedures to assure compliance with Federal, State and company regulations including OSHA, Cal-OSHA and EPA requirements.

v Maintenance Controller March 2005 to September 2005

Control maintenance of aircraft at the United San Francisco Maintenance Base.

· Choreographed the movement of all aircraft into San Francisco maintenance facility and monitored production progress in order to assure their timely return to service.

· Ensured adequate manpower and hangar space availability for required maintenance.

· Organized and dispatched qualified Emergency Field Service Crews for aircraft recovery as necessary.

· Organized and dispatched all test flight crew pilot activity worldwide.

· Controlled input of aircraft into outside vendor facilities for contracted maintenance and monitored their progress and return to active service.

· Functioned as liaison between maintenance, operations, test flight pilots, contracted maintenance vendors and management.

· Updated all United divisions and upper management levels on status of all out of service aircraft system-wide by conducting daily management staff meetings and international conference calls.

· Responsible for the leadership, development, training and direction of the Maintenance Planning Analysts.

v Technical Instructor 1996-September 2005

Responsible for the development and classroom instruction of courses including Advance Composite Repair, Employee Indoctrination as well as a variety of computer science and safety-related courses.

v Procurement Specialist July 1995 to January 1996

Established relationships and negotiated contracts with vendors worldwide in order to supply tools and test equipment for United Airlines.

v Maintenance Planner July 1993 to July 1995

Established priorities for, and supervised the performance of, aircraft maintenance in order to ensure the effective, safe and smooth progress of the work flow while remaining in compliance with federal and company regulations. Returned aircraft to service following in-house aircraft overhaul, structural modifications and repairs, C-Checks and other heavy maintenance visits.

v Maintenance Planning Analyst July 1988 to July 1993

Ensured the accuracy and federal compliance of aircraft maintenance documentation and returned aircraft to service following in-house aircraft overhaul, structural modifications and repairs and other heavy maintenance visits.

v Technical Documents Controller June 1987 to July 1988

Ensured compliance with federal and company regulations in relation to manuals and other engineering maintenance documents and their distribution and upkeep in the Engineering Technical Library.

v Technical Publications October 1985 to June 1987

Ensured the accuracy and timely periodic publication of Aircraft Maintenance Manuals, Illustrated Parts Catalogs, and Wiring Diagram Manuals for each individual aircraft fleet type as well as company regulations and maintenance operating procedures.

EDUCATION, DEGREES AND CERTIFICATIONS

v Abaris Training Institute-Reno, NV 1999 Certificate of Completion

Advanced Composite Manufacture and Repair

v City College of San Francisco 1995 Federal Aviation Administration

Airframe & Power Plant Certifications

v College of San Mateo 1984 Associate of Science Degree

Technical Design and Drafting

v Federal Communications Commission 1999 FCC General Radio and Telephone Certificate

v United Airlines Train-the-Trainer 1997 Certified Technical Maintenance Instructor

REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

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