Richard C. Donathan II
Newnan
Summary
Dynamic A&P Certified Aircraft Technician with extensive experience at Aviation Institute, excelling in aircraft maintenance and quality assurance. Proven track record in efficiency improvement initiatives and technical training, ensuring compliance and safety. Recognized for transforming underperforming programs, demonstrating strong leadership and project management skills. Committed to operational excellence and team collaboration.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
A&P CERTIFIED AIRCRAFT TECHNICIAN
Aviation Institute
03.2021 - Current
- Inspected aircraft components for compliance with safety standards and regulations.
- Diagnosed malfunctions in aircraft systems using technical manuals and diagnostic tools to ensure timely repairs.
- Performed routine maintenance on various aircraft systems and equipment.
- Replaced worn or damaged parts according to manufacturer specifications.
- Documented maintenance procedures and completed inspection reports to support compliance and operational integrity.
- Trained new technicians on standard operating procedures to ensure compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and enhance communication.
- Conducted hands-on training sessions for maintenance staff on equipment operation.
PROJECT MANAGER
Precision Approach
Eatonton
07.2018 - 06.2019
- Planned, prepared, coordinated, implemented, executed, controlled, and completed assigned projects consistent with company strategy, commitments, and goals.
- Led the planning, preparation, and execution of projects.
- Facilitate the definition of project scope, goals and deliverables.
- Define and determine project tasks and resource requirements.
- Develop/track and manage project material requirements and schedules.
- Assemble and coordinate project staff.
- Manage project budget and resource allocation.
- Track project deliverables using appropriate tools i.e., billing, redlines, close-out documents.
- Provide direction and support to project team members.
- Ensure effective quality assurance/control measures are in place and managed.
- Constantly monitor and report on progress of the project to all stakeholders.
- Present reports defining project progress, problems, solutions and risks.
- Implement and manage project changes and interventions to achieve project milestones.
- Project, assess and report the project status throughout the project.
STAFF NON COMMISSIONED OFFICER IN CHARGE / DIVISION SUPERVISOR/ SQUADRON GUNNERY SERGEANT
Heavy Marine Helicopter Four Sixty Three (HMH-463)
Hawaii
02.2015 - 04.2018
- Directed production efforts of a work center encompassing two critical to operation, maintenance programs and ten Marines that performed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on over 1.5 million dollars of aviation assets with zero degradation.
- Operated as the Egress program monitor ensuring the safety of all Marines while flying on or conducting maintenance of 12 CH-53 aircraft.
- Performed duties as the Squadron Gunnery Sergeant acting as fourth in command of a squadron of 256 Marines by providing guidance while acting as a bridge between junior and senior leadership.
- Organized and conducted the 2015 Marine Corps ball in a location never used before by any other branch of service for 256 Marines on the USS Missouri at Pearl Harbor.
INSTRUCTOR AND DEPARTMENT SUPERVISOR-AVIATION LIFE SUPPORT SYSTEMS
Marine Air Training Support Group Twenty One (MATSG-21)
Pensacola
03.2012 - 02.2015
- Provided over 1,440 hours of podium instruction to train young Marines and Sailors on the principles and entry level skills required to perform Military Occupational Specialty, of Aviation Life Support Systems in 'A' and 'F' Schools.
- Worked for Department of Safety and Standardization (DOSS) at the Naval Survival Training Institute as an inspector to ensure quality of classroom instruction, and high-risk training is conducted while adhering to safety regulations for water survival training and aviation physiology curriculums.
- Assisted in reviewing/revising new and current curriculum for up-to-date information and overall quality of material.
- Led 13 personnel in the survival training of 3,524 joint warfighters, managed the inspection and maintenance of over 1,100 items of aviation support equipment ensuring 100 percent training availability.
STAFF NON COMMISSIONED OFFICER IN CHARGE/MAINTENANCE CONTROLLER
Marine Aerial Refueling Squadron One Five Two (VMGR-152)
Okinawa
02.2009 - 02.2012
- Supervised 12 Marines on the daily operations of conducting scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on 160 set of aircrew and pilot aviation life support equipment.
- Obtained and performed duties of Collateral Duty Quality Assurance Representative, by being the authority to deem work safe and up to standard.
- Performed duties as Safe for Flight maintenance controller, with final signing authority to deem a KC-130 safe to fly. With that daily decision being responsible for millions of dollars of aircraft and the lives of fellow service members.
- Received the Navy and Marine Corps achievement medal from the commanding officer of VMGR (152) for taking a program that failed every inspection for three years and turning it around to pass the highest level of inspection in only three months-time.
DRILL INSTRUCTOR, SENIOR DRILL INSTRUCTOR, SERIES GUNNERY SERGEANT
Recruit Depot Paris Island (1ST BN)
Beaufort
04.2005 - 01.2009
- Supervised 13 drill instructors in the daily training and activities of making Marines resulting in an increase in billet and leadership of junior Marines.
- Progressed through leadership responsibility levels normally held by higher ranks at an expedited rate due to exemplary performance.
- Trained over 700 recruits to become United States Marines during a time of war.
- Received the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation medal from the commanding officer of Recruit Depot Paris Island for superior performance of duties resulting in four consecutive honor platoons and breaking the regimental drill record.
FLIGHT EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN
Marine Fighter Attack Five Thirty Three (VMFA-533)
Beaufort
03.1999 - 01.2004
- Performed scheduled/unscheduled maintenance on 180 pieces of aircrew flight equipment and ALSS on 12 F/A-18 aircraft.
- Outfitted new pilots with flight equipment, flight clothing, and built maintenance records utilizing Survival Equipment Asset Tracking System (SEATS).
- Assisted in the implementation and fitting of 60 sets of chemical and biological warfare equipment for 60 pilots to ensure safe flight during combat operations in an F/A-18 Hornet.
- Supervised five personnel and managed scheduled/unscheduled maintenance on 60 sets of pilot flight equipment and ALSS for 12 F/A-18C aircraft.
- Obtained the qualification of Collateral Duty Quality Assurance Representative, a qualification only held by higher ranks and the most trusted Marines in aviation.
- Awarded Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal from Commanding Officer of MARINE FIGHTER ATTACK (VMFA-533) for manufacturing and implementing 60 hydration pouches allowing longer combat missions over Iraq.
Amt/Lead Amt
Endeavor Air
Atlanta
06.2022
- Certified mechanic who independently performs many maintenance and alteration tasks on aircraft.
- Repair and maintain most parts of an aircraft, including the engines, landing gear, brakes, and air-conditioning system.
- Determine air worthiness of aircraft and components with air worthiness release authorities on CRJ 700/900 aircraft.
Education
Certification for Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic -
Aviation Institute of Maintenance
Duluth, GA03.2021
Associates in The Fine Arts - Supervision and Management
Coastline Community College
05.2017
High School Diploma -
05.1998
Skills
- Full-scope Program Management
- Quality Assurance/ Internal Audits
- Master Technician- Flight Equipment
- Computerized Program Administration
- Curriculum Development
- Customer Relations/ Service
- Materials Control/ Global Logistics
- Efficiency Improvement Initiatives
- Logs & Records Upkeep/ Management
- Podium/ Lab/ OJT Instruction
- Facilities/ Assets Management
- Safety/ Regulatory Compliance Monitor
- Production Control/ Scheduling/Maintenance Control
- Procurement/ Vendor Relations
- Policy & Procedure Writing
- Mission/ Project Planning
- Executive Liaison/ briefing
- Database Administration
- Public/ Community Relations
- Hazardous Waste Management
- Aircraft maintenance
- Technical training
- Engine repair
- Turbine engine repair
- Component examination
- Preventive Maintenance
- Non-destructive testing methods
- Hydraulic systems maintenance
- Fuel system servicing
- Engine performance analysis
- Jet engine overhaul
- Airworthiness testing
Hazardous Waste Knowledge
Extensive knowledge in use and disposal of hazardous waste
Security Clearance
Obtained and maintained secret level security clearance for 15 years until present
Timeline
Amt/Lead Amt
Endeavor Air
06.2022
A&P CERTIFIED AIRCRAFT TECHNICIAN
Aviation Institute
03.2021 - Current
PROJECT MANAGER
Precision Approach
07.2018 - 06.2019
STAFF NON COMMISSIONED OFFICER IN CHARGE / DIVISION SUPERVISOR/ SQUADRON GUNNERY SERGEANT
Heavy Marine Helicopter Four Sixty Three (HMH-463)
02.2015 - 04.2018
INSTRUCTOR AND DEPARTMENT SUPERVISOR-AVIATION LIFE SUPPORT SYSTEMS
Marine Air Training Support Group Twenty One (MATSG-21)
03.2012 - 02.2015
STAFF NON COMMISSIONED OFFICER IN CHARGE/MAINTENANCE CONTROLLER
Marine Aerial Refueling Squadron One Five Two (VMGR-152)
02.2009 - 02.2012
DRILL INSTRUCTOR, SENIOR DRILL INSTRUCTOR, SERIES GUNNERY SERGEANT
Recruit Depot Paris Island (1ST BN)
04.2005 - 01.2009
FLIGHT EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN
Marine Fighter Attack Five Thirty Three (VMFA-533)
03.1999 - 01.2004
Certification for Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic -
Aviation Institute of Maintenance
Associates in The Fine Arts - Supervision and Management
Coastline Community College