Brian Wells

Background

About Brian Wells

HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS. 36 Years’ experience in the maintenance and operation of turbine aircraft, including 13 years leadership experience. Licensed Airframe and Power plant Mechanic with management experience on a variety of turbine aircraft and engine types. Solid operational knowledge of Gulfstream, Falcon, Bombardier, Hawker, Learjet and Citation aircraft; and TFE731, J60-P3A and Spey/Tay Engines. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS MANAGEMENT & LEADERSHIP. Production, Operation and General Manager of two FAR Part 145 Repair Stations performing maintenance, avionics and refurbishment activities on medium and large cabin corporate aircraft. Well-developed understanding of corporate flight departments and customer expectations from their maintenance service providers. Held numerous positions as both a mechanic and supervisor in various aircraft line and heavy maintenance operations. Working knowledge of the health, safety, environmental, fire and building requirements to operate a business in today's climate. OPERATIONS. Responsible for managing and executing scheduled and unscheduled maintenance requirements on diverse turbine aircraft operating 24/7/365. Overseeing the implementation of Lean Techniques to improve effective use of resources, reduce cycle times on all maintenance events, and increase volume of aircraft inputs."In the trenches" experience balancing real-time logistical variables (aircraft, crew, parts, technicians, etc.) to ensure customer satisfaction and downtime requirements are met. Instructs subordinates in the effective and efficient use of company resources, work methods and procedures. Determines the labor and equipment required to meet the Service Center Master Schedule with the highest quality. Develops and administers financial forecasts and departmental budgets to include non-salary and fixed budgets.