Scott Wilson

Experience

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  Flight Systems Inc.

  Jan 1995 - Jan 1997

  Avionics Supervisor

  Responsible for supervision, Instruction, training and evaluations of avionics and electrical technicians in the complete removal, installations, maintenance, repair, heavy troubleshooting and FAA documentation of all avionics and electrical systems.• Oversaw final component installation, systems operation functional testing, modification, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, preflight and postflight checks, release for flight, and preparation for delivery.• Supervised complex installations and modifications of avionics systems and sub-systems on United Express Jet stream J-31, J-32 & J-41 aircraft.• Installations to include TCAS, GPS, ACARS, AHARS And FMS. • TCAS and GPS installations on DHC-8's to include sheet metal modifications to racks and antenna doublers. • Supervised and performed installation of the BETA switches on SAAB-340's. • Supervised and performed maintenance/avionics call-outs for US Air, Southeast and Myrtle Beach Express B737-100, 200 and 300's, MD-80 and 88's, B727's, B757's, B767's and B747 aircraft. Show less

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  Lockheed Martin Aircraft & Logistics Center

  Jan 1997 - Jan 2002

  Avionics Supervisor

  . Evaluated the scope of work for the customers’ requested maintenance activities and prepares and delivers appropriate fixed-bid pricing, statements of work, and similar contracts.. Oversaw all aspects of the project including aircraft flow, workforce attendance, all skillsets of technicians, materials (inventory and management), engineering documents, and turnover /reporting.. Managed to the organization’s standards of consistency, fairness and honesty in all situations.. Set, measured and managed performance of self and others and led team members in achieving/exceeding operational and financial objectives and goals.• Complete instruction, training, removal, installations, maintenance, repair and heavy troubleshooting of all aircraft systems for the military’s DC-9 fleet (to include the Presidential fleet), KC-10, and L1011 & P-3 fleets. • Oversaw final component installation, systems operation functional testing, modification, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, preflight and postflight checks, release for flight, and preparation for aircraft delivery.• Daily involvement with electrical and structural engineers to resolve work instructions, harness change notices, Etc. by adding and deleting views, hardware, harness routing, parts list and rev levels for Avionics installs of KC-10 and DC-9 aircraft. • Performed instruction, training and installation of the P-3 glass cockpit installations for US Customs Avionics Upgrade Program. Show less

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  Stevens Aviation

  Jun 2002 - Feb 2009

  Avionics Supervisor

  • Responsible for supervision, instruction, and training of Avionics Techs in the complete removal, installations, maintenance, repair, heavy troubleshooting and FAA/Military documentation of all avionics and electrical systems on Military C-12, RC-12 aircraft to include Beechcraft King Air 90, 100, 200, 300 series aircraft, and corporate business aircraft – Hawker, Lear, Citation, Beechjet, Piaggio and Challenger series.• Avionics Manager for the Lear4Ever program. Managed program from aircraft induction to RTS and delivery. To include new paint and new interiors.• Managed personnel and resources of the Avionics and Electrical departments for maintenance of corporate and military aircraft. Set, measured and managed performance of self and others and led team members in achieving/exceeding operational and financial objectives and goals• Responsible for the Avionics install, repair and Electrical shop departments budget’s to include PNL.• Daily involvement with structural and electrical engineers on all aspects of avionics installations.• Oversaw final component installation, systems operation functional testing, modification, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, preflight and postflight checks, release for flight, and preparation for delivery.• Interfaced with flight crews, engineering, management, suppliers, and customers to meet product requirements and ensure customer and FAA acceptance of aircraft for return to service.• Ensured timely completion of projects.• Established criteria and/or work procedures for employees to achieve a high level of quality, productivity, or service. Show less

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  Boeing

  Feb 2009 - now

   Interfaced with flight crews, engineering, management, suppliers, and customers to meet product requirements and ensure customer acceptance. Managed employees performing activities in multiple manufacturing disciplines.  Ensures that 787 aircraft at South Carolina Delivery Center are completed and pass certification for airworthiness by overseeing final component installation, systems operation functional testing, modification, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, preflight and postflight checks, release for flight, and preparation for delivery. Developed and executed business plans, policies and procedures and developed organizational and technical strategies. Acquired resources, provided technical management of suppliers and lead process improvements Mitigated risks and issues. Initiated supplier improvement activities and provided results for integration into contracting strategies. Demonstrated experience in project management, improvement projects, and integrating projects across multiple functions. Additionally international experience working in operations, materials management, and business operations. Developed and maintained relationships and partnerships with customers, stakeholders, peers,partners and direct reports.regarding projects, operational decisions, scheduling requirements or contractual clarifications.  Managed, developed and motivated employees by utilizing the Boeing South Carolina Site Guiding Principles.  Demonstrates the Boeing Values and Leadership attributes.  Incorporated and implemented LEAN manufacturing and maintenance concepts and principles, LEAN laws and Process Improvement workshops. Covered the North Charleston 787 site for all ME planning and engineering assistance. Worked on multiple projects to aid the flight line keeping costs down and our customers delighted. Show less

  • CS ME Chief Mechanic

    Feb 2024 - now

  • Flight Operations Manager, Production Manager, Manufacturing Engineer.

    Feb 2009 - Feb 2024