SSgt Michael Ghaffarian

SSgt Michael Ghaffarian

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Performance driven leader with over nine years of aviation quality assurance,staff supervision and maintenance practices. Experienced in motivating in stressful environments in order to enhance overall performance, efficiency, and compliance. Exceptional track record built upon achieving goals and objectives on time with safety and precision.

Military Experiences

Jun 2016 - Present
VMAQ-3
Power Plants Division Chief
Responsible for production of 27 team members for the repair and maintenance of seven EA-6B Prowler aircraft. Planning and tracking daily preventative maintenance of 25 ground support assets required for routine aircraft maintenance. Mentored and evaluated training of all team members to ensure standard maintenance practices and qualifications are upheld. Conduct daily reporting and tracking procedures to ensure accountability, and performed internal audit on programs and analysis for training.
Jun 2015 - Jun 2016
VMAQ-1
Quality Assurance Inspector
Maintained functions and activities of the Quality Assurance Department to maintain seven EA-6B aircraft. Directed daily execution for three aircraft Quality Assurance managed programs and eight monitored programs. Evaluated and improved training for programs. Interviewed inspectors for qualification and recertification. Analyzed trends to identify discrepancies, inspection procedures, and workmanship to ensure airworthiness of all aircraft. Conducted inspections for quality of materials for the prevention of defects. Conducted internal organizational audits of all programs and work centers to ensure compliance with all NAMP, NAVOSH, and local command procedures. Responsible for ensuring 100% compliance of company policies and procedures.
Jul 2014 - Jun 2015
VMAQ-1
Power Plants Division Chief
Responsible for production of 27 team members for the repair and maintenance of seven EA-6B Prowler aircraft. Planning and tracking daily preventative maintenance of 25 ground support assets required for routine aircraft maintenance. Mentored and evaluated training of all team members to ensure standard maintenance practices and qualifications are upheld. Conduct daily reporting and tracking procedures to ensure accountability, and performed internal audit on programs and analysis for training.
Jun 2009 - Jul 2014
VMAQ-4
Power Plants Shift Supervisor
Oversaw the production activities of 12 team members performing both scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on the J52-p-408A/B engines, fuel systems, tire and wheel, and infections for six EA-6B Prowler aircraft. Coordinated all maintenance initiatives with the Power Plants work center, including planned safety programs, relatedo equipment and designated work areas. Evaluated requirements and worked with contractors for technical assistance. Organized and conducted training for all team members and conducted internal ship and program audits.

Deployments

(2 years, 1 month)
Jan 2013 - Jun 2013
Japan
Mar 2008 - Aug 2008
Iraq ribbon
Feb 2007 - Aug 2007
Iraq ribbon

Military Credentials

Professional Development Schools

Apr 2013 - May 2013

Oct 2011

Foreign weapons instructor program, Quantico, VA.

Sep 2011 - Oct 2011

Additional Specialization(s)
Security Clearance
Secret

Academic Degrees

Academic Degrees

2015 - 2016

DeVry University

Technical Management

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