Mark Foreman
Mesa,AZ
Summary
Results-driven Aircraft Maintenance Scheduler with a strong focus on efficiency, technical expertise, and leadership. Proven ability to implement effective scheduling solutions and drive process improvements in maintenance operations.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Aircraft Maintenance Scheduler
Arizona Air National Guard
Phoenix
08.2017 - 12.2025
- Developed and maintained detailed maintenance schedules for aircraft operations.
- Coordinated with various departments to ensure timely completion of maintenance tasks.
- Monitored equipment status and identified potential issues before they affected operations.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced scheduling efficiency and service delivery.
- Trained junior schedulers on best practices and scheduling software usage.
- Collaborated with maintenance teams to prioritize urgent repairs and routine inspections.
- Led cross-functional meetings to align on maintenance priorities and operational goals.
- Facilitated cross-functional meetings to review project progress, gather input from stakeholders, and address any issues or bottlenecks that arose during execution.
- Collaborated with management to develop long-term strategies for improving the effectiveness of maintenance operations.
- Improved equipment reliability by conducting thorough preventive maintenance planning and scheduling.
- Trained junior staff on best practices in maintenance scheduling, resulting in improved team performance and consistency across projects.
- Maintained a high level of customer satisfaction by ensuring timely completion of maintenance tasks and promptly addressing any concerns raised by facility users.
- Oversaw equipment and parts inventory and tracked shipments to reduce stock shortages.
- Tracked maintenance activity using [Type] software to confirm compliance with industry requirements.
- Forecasted production schedules and adjusted plans to accommodate changes in demand.
- Managed maintenance team of 5 employees and coordinated repair schedule according to priority level.55
Aircraft Maintenance Operations Coordinator
Arizona Air National Guard
Phoenix, AZ
10.2003 - 08.2017
- Monitored all on/off-station aircraft status, including maintenance capability, scheduled maintenance, and engine starts.
- Mentored junior staff on best practices in operations coordination, promoting professional development within the unit.
- Serves as the central hub connecting maintainers, back shops, and Supply to expedite repairs and manage resources
- Handles in-flight and base-ground emergencies, coordinating with command post and first responders to prevent loss of life and equipment.
- Records in-flight information, tracks flying hours, and manages maintenance data in systems like G081 to identify maintenance trends and failures.
- Manages scheduled maintenance, tracks aircraft configuration, and facilitates deployment of Maintenance Recovery Teams (MRTs)
- Runs emergency checklists during incidents to ensure appropriate actions are taken
- Coordinated logistics for training exercises, ensuring resource availability and effective utilization.
- Managed scheduling and communications for operational meetings, enhancing team collaboration and efficiency.
- Developed training materials for personnel on operational protocols, increasing awareness and compliance across teams.
Aircraft Mechanic
Arizona Air National Guard
Phoenix, AZ
10.1988 - 10.2003
- Diagnosed and repaired aircraft mechanical issues, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Conducted routine inspections to maintain operational readiness of aircraft systems and components.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance maintenance procedures and improve workflow efficiency.
- Mentored junior mechanics on best practices for troubleshooting and repair techniques.
- Coordinated training programs for new personnel, fostering a culture of safety and excellence in operations.
- Performed aircraft maintenance for scheduled preventive actions and unscheduled requirements.
- Obtained fuel and oil samples to check for contamination.
- Reduced downtime for aircraft by efficiently completing scheduled maintenance tasks within allotted timeframes.
- Maintained orderly and safe work environment by enforcing tool control and FOD awareness, prevention, and safety at all times.
- Maintained repair logs to document all corrective and preventive aircraft maintenance.
- Maintained orderly and safe work environment by enforcing tool control and FOD awareness, prevention, and safety.
- Implemented effective tools organization strategies within the workspace, promoting a clean working environment conducive to high productivity levels.
- Maintained all aircraft in accordance with organizational maintenance requirements.
- Continuously updated technical knowledge base by attending industry conferences, workshops, and training sessions.
- Maintained safety standards by adhering to FAA regulations and company policies during routine maintenance and repairs.
- Operated power tools, gauges and testing equipment to adjust, repair, and replace faulty components in aircrafts.
- Recorded maintenance actions in aircraft logbooks.
- Collaborated with team members on complex repairs, ensuring successful completion of projects and minimizing delays in aircraft availability.
- Performed aircraft corrosion control procedures.
- Increased aircraft reliability by performing thorough inspections, diagnosing issues, and repairing or replacing necessary components.
- Completed preventive and reparative maintenance on aircraft electronics and computer systems.
- Operated support equipment and flight line vehicles.
- Removed and installed aircraft subsystem assemblies such as engines, rotors, gearboxes, transmissions, and mechanical flight controls.
- Assisted colleagues with technical guidance as needed, fostering a collaborative environment focused on shared success.
- Supported operational readiness by conducting comprehensive pre-flight and post-flight inspections to ensure proper functioning of aircraft systems.
- Ensured accurate recordkeeping of all maintenance activities, facilitating smooth audits and regulatory compliance checks.
- Developed strong working relationships with pilots and flight crews, fostering open communication channels to address any concerns or questions about aircraft performance.
- Maintained, repaired and rebuilt aircraft structures and fuel, electrical, and oxygen systems.
- Performed corrosion control measures on various aircraft components, preserving structural integrity and prolonging service life.
- Provided quality assurance oversight for fellow mechanics'' work, ensuring adherence to established standards and procedures.
- Addressed emergency repair situations promptly, mitigating potential hazards and ensuring minimal disruption to flight schedules.
- Participated in regular safety training sessions to maintain current knowledge of industry regulations and best practices.
- Monitored parts department and placed orders for maintenance supplies on consistent basis.
- Conducted detailed engine inspections, identifying wear patterns early to prevent costly damage or failures down the road.
- Assisted with aircraft and equipment transport and movement.
- Achieved [Type] and [Type] licensing.
- Played key role in ensuring compliance with aviation regulations and standards, maintaining impeccable safety record.
- Implemented comprehensive maintenance schedule, significantly reducing unexpected repairs and optimizing resource use.
- Enhanced aircraft safety by rigorously conducting pre-flight inspections and maintenance checks.
- Facilitated updates to maintenance documentation, keeping records accurate and up to date for regulatory review.
- Repaired hydraulic systems, ensuring optimal performance and reliability under demanding conditions.
- Enhanced communication between maintenance and flight crews, improving coordination and minimizing turnaround times.
- Conducted detailed inspections of aircraft structures to identify and rectify potential issues, preserving structural integrity.
- Trained new mechanics in proper maintenance protocols and safety procedures, elevating team expertise and performance.
- Troubleshot mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems and tested equipment following repairs.
- Read and interpreted aircraft documentation to determine repair feasibility and methods.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Aerospace Technology
Commuity College of The Air Force
Maxwell AFB03-2003
Skills
- Computerized maintenance management system
Timeline
Aircraft Maintenance Scheduler
Arizona Air National Guard
08.2017 - 12.2025
Aircraft Maintenance Operations Coordinator
Arizona Air National Guard
10.2003 - 08.2017
Aircraft Mechanic
Arizona Air National Guard
10.1988 - 10.2003
Associate of Applied Science - Aerospace Technology
Commuity College of The Air Force