DAVID S. KEEN

Phone (757) 968-0081

United States Citizen; dkeen177@yahoo.com

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Senior Manager of  FAA Certification Engineering and Testing, FAA Designated PSP Unit Member, FAA Aviation Safety Inspector, FAA Certification & Airworthiness Engineer, Quality Manager, Project Manager, Pilot, Flight Engineer,: Goal-driven leader and manager with a diverse aviation safety background. 25 years airplane and helicopter experience in aircraft fleet operations, maintenance/quality, FAA certification, modification, design, airworthiness inspection, avionics, parts manufacturing processes and management with progressively responsible leadership roles. Proven ability to lead large complex engineering, quality and maintenance workforces within FAA TSO facilities, Part 145 repair Stations and FAA Part 121/135 operations, FAA PMA manufacturing and FAA test facilities.  Outstanding management skills leading to department team building and improved employee performance. Experience and understanding of FAA seating regulations to include 14 CFR 25.561, 25.562 and 25.785. Expertise in leading national aviation safety policies and regulation committees. Experience working to resolve policy concerns with  the FAA and National Warbird organizations on Order 8130.2G (Airworthiness Certification of Aircraft and Related Products). Experience providing aviation safety related information, briefings, and presentations for executive level personnel within private sector companies and the FAA. Recognized for managerial excellence and technical expertise by management, peers and employees.  A&P/ IA /FCC, Pilot Certificate.  Experience in FAA Part 145, EASA and DCA Repair Station maintenance, management and auditing.  Experience with aircraft parts Certification, DO-178B, DO-160 and avionics commercial product certification. Experience with supplier product auditing and certification. Experience in FAA STC and field approval certification, Experience with avionics installations, troubleshooting and instrument certification. Bachelors of Science in Organizational Management. Current FAA Class 3 Medical.

 

Experience

Senior Manager of Certification Engineering and Testing(FAA Designated PSP member),- Zodiac Seats U.S., Gainesville TX, 01/14 – 03/16 ,  Manage overall function and performance of the certification and testing required to certify aircraft passenger seats to FAA TSO/EASA requirements. Manage Certification department of over 50 personnel to include: PSP Certification Staff, Certification Engineers, M&P Engineers, Test Lab Engineers and Technicians and Design Validation Engineers.  Coordinate with government agencies (FAA, EASA etc.) for various projects.  Responsible for compliance and quality of data produced on time and within budget by certification and testing department.   Responsible for meeting company and department performance goals. Responsible for work load-capacity analysis, resource management, on time completion of all task with appropriate quality and continued performance improvements.  Scheduled certification and testing workload in accordance with program milestone and Engineering Design Review (EDR) schedule.  Ensure proper compliance with FAA 14 CFR 25.561, 25.562, 25.785 and EASA regulatory, airframe requirements and company policies and procedures.  Experience with FAA/EASA transport airplane seating system certification process and structural testing of seats and seat components.  Ensure proper compliance with regulatory, airframe and customer requirements.  On time support to sales and marketing with request for quotation (RFQ) and estimate the certification and testing work scope, budget and schedule. Member of SAE Seat committee and participated in meetings.  FAA approved TSO Certification and manufacturing facility. 

General Manager-Quality Inspector  American Classic Aviation, LLC. Denton TX, 01/14 – Present,  ) Direct interface with customers. Perform annual inspections, maintenance and repairs  on general aviation aircraft. Perform avionics installations and STC installations.  Make airworthiness determinations.

 

 

 

 

DAVID S. KEEN

Phone (757) 968-0081

United States Citizen; dkeen177@yahoo.com

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FAA Aviation Safety Inspector (ASI)- AFS-350 (1825, J ) – Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Washington, D.C. (10/09 to 01/14) Team member of FAA AFS-350, Aircraft Maintenance Division, General Aviation Branch. Provide guidance and advice to both internal and external customers regarding the interpretation and application of FAA regulatory and national policy. Directly interface with FAA senior management and members of industry aviation groups. Develop documents and correspondence regarding FAA national policy and guidance.  Serve as a technical specialist and advisor for aircraft airworthiness and certification issues.  Independently planned and completed assigned projects. Perform functions of acting manager when assigned in the absence of the AFS-350 Branch Manager. Interface with the FAA Flight Standards Avionics and Aircraft Certification National policy Branch(AIR). National FAA Suspected Unapproved Parts (SUPS) point of contact.  National Examiners Board(NEB) team member representing AFS-350 in the evaluation of designee applicants (DAR-T, DME, DPRE).  Review maintenance inspection programs leading to aircraft airworthiness certification. Participate as a team member on national rule making committees.  Interface with national aviation organizations (EAA, National War bird Association) and attend meetings representing AFS-350 when necessary to assist in resolving concerns with national policy.  Team member working to resolve policy concerns with the FAA and National Warbird organizations on Order 8130.2G (Airworthiness Certification of Aircraft and Related Products).Team member (SME) working with AFS-500/AFS-600 and AFS800 on training course development.  Course Mentor for SUPS and Designee management training. 

Quality Assurance Manager / Avionics / Airworthiness & Certification Engineer– International Communications Group Inc. Newport News VA, (04/08 to 10/09) Assisted in the development and certification of Aircraft communication systems for commercial use in compliance with FAA regulations. Advised the Engineering department on certification processes to assure successfully complete of FAA Supplemental Type Certificates (STCs).  Worked directly with FAA Avionics Principal Inspectors, FAA designees, DAR-F and DERs. Managed all aspects of an FAA approved PMA manufacturing facility, FAA 145 and EASA approved Avionics Repair Station. Traveled to suppliers to performed the function of Supplier Quality Assurance Representative(SQAR) for both mechanical and electrical suppliers. Performed product inspection, sytem and process certification. FAA liaison. Reviewed documentation for compliance to approved engineering for certification of aeronautical communications products.  Assured product certification compliance to DO-160E and DO-178B. Performed hardware and software development review audits to assure compliance. Organized engineering documentation for conformities. Managed conformities to ensure on time completion.  Performed first article conformity inspections.  Performed audits to assure compliance with the FAA approved quality systems. Made airworthiness determinations.  Directed the Chief Inspector and 3 inspectors on Repair Station Procedures and 5 inspectors on FAA PMA manufacturing procedures.  Developed Microsoft PowerPoint presentations used for the training of all company personal regarding the companies Repair Station and PMA quality systems. Wrote the required Repair Station and EASA quality manuals to receive initial FAA and EASA certification.  FAA approved FAR 145 Repair Station and PMA manufacturing facility.  ISO9001 and AS9100 certified.

 

 

 

Quality Engineer / Conformity Focal / Project Manager - Vought Aircraft Industries, Charleston SC. (10/07 to 04/08) Performed assembly inspections of the Boeing 787 Dreamliner airframe.  Investigated nonconformance and wrote deficiency reports (Work Tags). Assured compliance with FAA production certification processes.  Reviewed FAA conformity data packages prior to submission to the FAA.  Ensured documentation was compliant to approved engineering. Managed the FAA conformity process.  Gathered and organized engineering documentation related to conformities. Worked with FAA Designees and managed conformities to ensure on time completion. Evaluated planning and made recommendations for engineering/planning nonconformance.  Provided technical support to manufacturing engineers.  Coordinated with engineering while performing MRB authority.  FAA approved manufacturing facility.  AS9100 certified.

 

 

 

DAVID S. KEEN

Phone (757) 968-0081

United States Citizen; dkeen177@yahoo.com

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Quality Assurance Manager/Maintenance and Avionics / BDCA (Bermuda Approved Signatory) - Pro Star Aviation LLC, Londonderry NH. (07/06 to 10/07) Reviewed documentation for FAA compliance in support of airplane and helicopter electronic defense systems development and certification. Developed, wrote and implemented an FAA PMA manufacturing process/procedure manual. Organized engineering documentation for conformities. Managed conformities to ensure on time completion.  Performed audits to assure compliance with the FAA approved quality systems. Performed first article conformity inspections for airplane and helicopter STC certification.  Assisted in the STC development of BAE electronic defense systems. Developed kit list and procedures for BAE electronic defense systems product delivery.  Coordinated with Engineering while performing MRB authority. Coordinated inspections and conformities with the Director of Maintenance. Managed all aspects of an FAA 145 Repair Station and Bermuda Department of Civil Aviation (BDCA) Approved Repair Station Maintenance. Made airworthiness determinations, for maintenance and alterations of aircraft to include large aircraft over 12,500 pounds gross weight. FAA and DCA company liaison. Directed 20 inspectors on Repair Station maintenance procedures.  Worked directly with FAA Maintenance and Avionics Principal ASI’s and FAA designees (DER / DAR-F). Performed audits to assure compliance with the FAA Approved Quality systems. FAA approved FAR Part 145 Repair Station.

 

Manager / Quality Inspector / A & P Mechanic / Avionics / Installer /Owner- AV-AIRE, Peyton CO, (04/00-07/06) Developed Aircraft air conditioning STC’s for General Aviation Helicopters.  Provided technical support /trouble shooting for helicopter air conditioning systems.  Performed FAA PMA conformity inspections. Company FAA liaison. Made airworthiness determinations. Performed conformity inspections for aircraft STC certification.  Reviewed documentation for compliance with approved engineering.  Gathered and organized engineering documentation related to conformities. Managed conformities to ensure on time completion. Evaluated planning and made recommendations regarding engineering/planning nonconformance. Traveled to suppliers to performed the function of Supplier Quality Assurance Representative(SQAR) for both mechanical and electrical suppliers. Performed product inspection, system and process certification. Installed new air conditioning systems in Helicopters.  Modified helicopter sheet metal structure to accept the air conditioning system.  Installed air conditioning electrical systems.  Worked directly with FAA Maintenance and Avionics Principal ASI’s and FAA designees (DER / DAR-F). Trained mechanics to install systems, provided routine maintenance and trouble shot system problems.  Wrote technical instructions describing the installation of the systems.  Fulfilled customer requirements during sight visits or through phone contact as required. Performed maintenance and avionics on large aircraft for Air Wisconsin Airlines,(FAR Part 121 Air Carrier repair facility) and Bombardier Aerospace(FAR Part 145 maintenance Repair Station).

 

Manager / Quality Inspector / A & P Mechanic / IA / Project Manager- Integrated Flight Systems Inc., Falcon CO. (7/98 - 04/00) Assisted in the management of company operations and production of aircraft air conditioning systems and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) helicopter interior completions.  Reviewed STC certification documents before submittal to the FAA. Inspected manufactured parts for compliance to FAA-PMA approved drawings to include welding, plating, coating and heat treating. Company FAA liaison. Evaluated planning and directed changes regarding engineering problems. Worked directly with FAA Maintenance and Avionics Principal inspectors and FAA designees (DER / DAR-F). Made aircraft airworthiness determinations.  Performed first article conformity inspections for helicopter STC certification.  Modified aircraft sheet metal structure to accept the air conditioning system.  Installed the air conditioning electrical systems.  Trained mechanics to install air conditioning systems, provided routine maintenance and trouble shoot system problems.  Worked as technical specialist and advisor assisting customers on the phone and directly in the field to trouble shoot and resolve system malfunctions.  Received customer orders for replacement of system components. FAA PMA approved manufacturing facility.

 

Aircraft Maintenance Supervisor / Avionics Repair Station Manager / Chief Inspector - Lear Seigler, United Stated Air Force Academy, CO. (4/95-7/98)- Supervised and directed 25 mechanics performing maintenance on 53 USAFA T3 trainers.  Documented and tracked all aircraft inspections and maintenance requirements. Completed certification documentation for FAA 145 Avionics Repair Station.  Managed the avionics repair station.  Supervised and trained personnel on the operation of all avionics inspection equipment.  Documented all aircraft avionics certification requirements.  Worked with the customer (USAFA Quality Assurance) to assure contract compliance.  Worked directly with FAA Maintenance and Avionics Principal inspectors. FAA approved FAR Part 145 Repair Station.

 

DAVID S. KEEN

Phone (757) 968-0081

United States Citizen; dkeen177@yahoo.com

 

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Project Manager / Systems Design Engineer - Air Methods Corporation, Englewood CO. (1/93-7/94)  Designed Medical Interiors for Emergency Medical Services Helicopters and Airplanes. Worked directly with the customer to define aircraft interior needs.  Wrote technical work descriptions.  Project manager for aircraft interior completions.  Mentored inspectors in FAA PMA conformity inspection processes.  FAA approved FAR 145 Repair Station and PMA manufacturing facility.  FAA approved FAR 145 Repair Station and PMA manufacturing facility.

 

Project Manager / Manufacturing Manager - Air Methods Corporation, Englewood CO. (1/92-7/93)

Managed approximately 20 employees in manufacturing parts for the completion of helicopter and airplane medical interiors.  Managed the composite, sheet metal, upholstery and completion departments. Mentored inspectors in FAA PMA conformity inspection processes. Work directly with FAA Maintenance and Manufacturing Principal ASI’s and FAA designees (DER / DAR). Performed audits to assure compliance with the FAA Approved Quality systems. FAA approved FAR 145 Repair Station and PMA manufacturing facility.  

 

Maintenance & Manufacturing - Air Methods Corporation, Englewood CO. (7/90-1/92) Managed approximately 20 employees in manufacturing sheet metal and composite parts for the completion of helicopter and airplane medical interiors. Developed and managed the composite, sheet metal, upholstery and completion department. Mentored inspectors in FAA PMA conformity inspection processes.  Work directly with FAA Maintenance Principal ASI’s and FAA designees (DER / DAR). Performed audits to assure compliance with the FAA Approved Quality systems. FAA approved FAR 145 Repair Station and PMA manufacturing facility.  

 

Quality Inspector / A & P Mechanic - Air Methods Corporation, Englewood CO. (5/90-7/90)

(Structural) Manufactured parts and installed helicopter and Airplane medical interiors. Mentored inspectors in FAA PMA conformity inspection processes.  FAA approved FAR 145 Repair Station and PMA manufacturing facility.  

 

Quality Inspector / A & P Mechanic - UNC Aviation Services, USAFA, Colorado (10/89 -4/90)

Performed maintenance and 100 hour inspections on light aircraft and sailplanes.  FAA approved FAR 145 Repair Station. Performed sheet metal structural repairs.  Repaired aircraft using Stits/PolyFiber. FAA approved FAR 145 Repair Station.

 

Quality Inspector / A & P Mechanic - Ross Aviation, USAFA, Colorado (6/89 -10/89)

Performed maintenance and 100 hour inspections on General Aviation aircraft and sailplanes. Performed sheet metal structural repairs.  Repaired aircraft using Stits/PolyFiber. FAA approved FAR 145 Repair Station.

 

Quality Inspector / A & P Mechanic -West Aire, Colorado Springs, Colorado (12/88 -6/89)

Performed maintenance and 100 hour inspections on General Aviation aircraft.

 

Supervisor/ Quality Inspector / A & P Mechanic (Owner) - Integrated Aire Systems, Grand Prairie, Texas (8/87-6/88).  Modified the helicopter sheet metal structure to accept air conditioning systems.  Installed air conditioning electrical systems.  Trained mechanics to install air conditioning systems, provided routine maintenance and trouble shot system problems.  Managed all company operations including sales, customer service and daily production. Worked as technical specialist with the Customer Service department assisting customers on the phone and directly in the field to trouble shoot and resolve system malfunctions. Received customer orders for replacement of system components.  Wrote technical reports submitted to the FAA for approval of aircraft supplemental type certificates(STC). Performed parts conformity inspections to include electrical, welding, plating, coating and heat treating. Company FAA liaison. Made aircraft airworthiness determinations.  Developed, wrote and implemented an FAA PMA manufacturing process / procedure manual. Performed first article conformity inspections for aircraft STC certification.  Reviewed FAA documentation prior to submittal. Managed conformities to ensure on time completion.  FAA PMA manufacturing facility.

 

 

 

DAVID S. KEEN

Phone (757) 968-0081

United States Citizen; dkeen177@yahoo.com

 

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Quality Control Inspector / Sheet Metal Fabricator-Installer - Consolidated Aire Systems, Grand Prairie, Texas (9/85 -8/87)  Managed FAA / PMA approved inspection process and STC certification process for over 50 STC certificates. Modified Helicopter sheet metal structure to accept air conditioning systems.  Installed air conditioning electrical systems.  Trained mechanics to install air conditioning systems.  Provided routine maintenance and trouble shot system nonconformance. Traveled to suppliers to performed the function of Supplier Quality Assurance Representative(SQAR) for both mechanical and electrical suppliers. Performed product inspection, system and process certification. Company FAA liaison. Made aircraft airworthiness determinations.  Developed, wrote and implemented an FAA PMA Manufacturing process/procedure manual. Performed conformity inspections for aircraft STC certification.  Reviewed documentation for compliance with approved engineering.  Gathered and organized engineering documentation related to conformities. Performed parts conformity inspections to include electrical, welding, plating, coating and heat treating. Managed conformities to ensure on time completion. FAA PMA manufacturing facility.

 

Military Experience

Desert Storm Veteran

 

Avionics Instrument Specialist, United States Air Force Reserve, 901^st Tactical Air Group, Peterson AFB (3/84-9/85) Performed maintenance on C-130s at Peterson AFB military repair facility.

 

Flight Engineer, United States Air Force Reserve,731st Tactical Air Squadron, Peterson AFB (6/88 - 8/91)

Performed Fight Engineer duties on Lockheed C-130 turbine-powered airplanes.  Performed engine and airframe maintenance.  Made aircraft airworthiness determinations.

 

RATINGS

 

FAA Private Pilot Certificate (Class 3 Medical)

Avionics Instrument Specialist (USAF)

Flight Engineer: C-130B (USAF) (Altitude Chamber training)

FAA Mechanic's Certificate: Airframe and Powerplant

FAA Inspection Authorization

FCC License

Computer Operator

 

 

 

AIRCRAFT EXPERIENCE

Summary of aircraft work experience manufacturing, maintenance or alteration.

(non inclusive)

 

Boeing 787

Bombardier CRJ200, CRJ700

Lockheed C-130

Fairchild Dornier 328

American Eurocopter AS350, AS355, EC130, AS365, BO105, BK117

Bell Helicopters 206 Series, 222, 412,

Agusta 109, AW119 Koala

Sikorsky S-76

Piper Aircraft PA-28 Series

Cessna 150,152, 177, 182, 210

Fairchild 24

Taylorcraft BC12

 

DAVID S. KEEN

Phone (757) 968-0081

United States Citizen; dkeen177@yahoo.com

 

 

EDUCATION

 

Bachelors of Science in Organizational Management,

Colorado Christian University - Colorado Springs, CO.

 

USAF Aircraft Electronic Instruments Specials Course -. Chanute AFB, IL.

 

Lycoming Engine repair Course US Air Force Academy, CO.

 

Hoffman Propeller Repair Course US Air Force Academy, CO.

 

Slingsby Aircraft Maintenance Course US Air Force Academy, CO.

 

Love A &P Training Center (Airframe & Powerplant Certificate) Arlington, TX.

 

DMIR /DAS Seminar, Denver CO.

 

FAA Inspection Authorization Course, King Aviation School - Denver CO.

 

USAF Flight Engineer Course

 

Computer Operations Certificate - 500 hrs. Boulder Valley Area VoTech, Boulder, CO.

 

USAF Academy Hazardous Waste Initial Accumulation Point Manager (HWIAPM) Training

US Air Force Academy, CO

 

Department of Transportation Regulatory Training HM-181 and HM-126F US Air Force Academy, CO

 

3M Respirator Fit Test Instructor Certification

 

 

 

FAA Courses

(non inclusive)

FAA Aviation Safety Inspector 1825 Initial training

(21811) Aircraft Alterations and Repairs

(21400001) AFS Designee Management For Personnel Certification

(23005) Designee Management For Air and AFS