Resume For William Grimm:

Aircraft Component Design, Inc (ACDI)

President – Engine Systems 2007- Present

14CFR Part 33 DERT-810157-NE

Incorporated business in 2007 to specialize in Repairs, PMA’s and STC’s for commercial airline customers, business aircraft customers and general aviation customers in the areas of both fixed wing aircraft and rotory wing aircraft in the domestic as well as international aviation market.

Provided Design Engineering and FAA – DER Support to develop and approve:

• Re-Core repair processes for various engine heat exchanger assemblies

• Fuel Control and Fuel System component repairs

• Engine accessory repairs – rotating and non-rotating parts

• Performed reverse engineering and developed PMA’s for rotorcraft hydraulic system components

• Performed PMA’s for complete Lube and Oil Scavenge Pumps including all detail components

• Participated in STC program to incorporate a new APU Electronic Sequencing Unit for rotorcraft

• Worked with OEM’s, Overhaul facilities and Repair Stations to provide DER support

Aerospace Repair Consulting, LLC

Southampton, MA 01073

(Principal Engineering Consultant)

President – Principal Consultant 2006 - Present

14CFR Part 33 DERT-810157-NE

Provided Design Engineering and FAA – DER Support to develop and approve:

Fuel Control – Military to Commercial conversions

• Alternate overhaul repair processes, for a PW100 engine wiring harness

• Reverse engineered numerous consumable components for sub assembly use in metering valves, flow valves and various electrical and mechanical components

• Specialties include developing repairs and reviewing PMA’s which require the use of special manufacturing processes (i.e.; TIG Welding, EB Welding, Plasma Spray Deposition, HVOF, Chrome/Chromium Carbide, Electroless/Sulfamate/Boron Nickel Plating)

Engine Platforms

• CFM56, CF6, CF34

• CT58

• JFTD12, JT8D, JT9D

• PW2000, PW4000

• TFE731, TPE331, PT6

Products

• Fuel Control and Fuel Pumps

• Engine Oil Pumps

• Engine Components (Seals and Spacers)

• Environmental Systems (Discs/Rotors).

• Fuel Control/Fuel Systems Component Repair

• Military Accessory to Commercial Conversion

• Material Equivalency/Substitution approvals for consumable materials

• Boeing CH47 Fuel Filter Alteration

• JT9D Oil Pump Component Repairs

• Air Bearing Air Cycle Machine PMA component

• Provide general Engineering support to Part 145 Repair Stations

• Provide technical marketing support in repair and PMA market

B&E Aircraft Component Repair

Dba; B&E Tool Group, LLC

Southwick, MA 01077

(FAA Repair Station #YQBR924L – Aircraft Fuel Systems)

Director of Marketing and Engineering 2003-2005

• Developed Marketing objectives and growth plans for Part 145 Repair Station

• Established B&E Aircraft Component Repair as a prime supplier of Fuel Control and Fuel System component repairs

• Established markets within domestic and international airlines, various aftermarket OEMs and numerous third party overhaul facilities

Engineering Manager 2002-2003

• Lead and Supervise a staff of 4 Mechanical Repair Design Engineers

• Approved over 450 individual repair designs for aircraft application

• Company DER # DERY 810157-NE

• Provided on-site design and technical support for various customer such as airlines, OEM’s and Repair Stations

Repair Station Manager 2000-2002

• Developed and received approval of Part 145 Quality Inspection System and a

Fabrication Inspection System

• Built Repair Station from 3 to 28 people, increasing sales by 30-50% year over year

• Developed infrastructure to automate documentation and material traceability

K and M Electronics Inc. (ITT)

West Springfield MA 01089

(OEM of miniaturized high voltage power supplies)

Quality Assurance Manager 1998 - 2000

• Responsible for all management activities of Quality Assurance and Product Assurance

• Maintained an ISO 9001 Registered Quality System

• Chaired numerous multifunctional continuous improvement teams which provided positive results in product, process and systems improvements

• Developed and chaired a Supplier Certification Program by establishing partnerships with suppliers. Coached Suppliers in implementing statistical methods to reduce inspection redundancy at receiving

• Developed multi-functional metrics for measurement of continuous improvement

• Developed in-house training programs to facilitate the tools for employee ownership of product.

• Developed a master quality strategy, which utilized employee empowerment to steer continuous improvement teams.

• Provided real time analysis of team success by measuring customer satisfaction as well as manufacturing efficiencies with cost reduction.

• Provided a leadership role in quality management and developed a strong customer link.

Berkshire Industries Inc.

Westfield, MA 01085

(Complex Machined Components and Assemblies)

Quality Assurance Manager 1993 - 1998

• Responsible for the management operations of Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Non Destructive Testing and Quality Administration

• Directed the development of a Quality documentation system to follow the guidelines of ISO9000, AS9000, GMP and both MIL-Q-9858 and MIL-I-45208

• Responsible for department budgets and allocations of capital and non-capital expenses

• Implemented an integrated system using networked PC’s to monitor, track and report quality status of all manufactured processes and delivered goods

• Chaired Material Review Board activity and approved all developed engineered repairs

Senior Mechanical Engineer 1985 - 1989

• Provided multi-function support for the manufacturing of complex aircraft/aerospace components and assemblies

• Performed in-depth statistical analysis of production hardware to evaluate process controls and trend analysis

• Monitored, controlled and dispositioned discrepant material. Provided customer interface, as required

• Performed Non Destructive engineering evaluations to analyze technical process deficiencies, breakdowns or process variations

• Established economical machining methods and processes for complex aerospace components

• Developed standards for in process machine sequencing

• Acted as Liaison Engineer between engineering, supplier base and customer to resolve issues pertaining to technical, design, or administrative matters

• Extensive experience in the field of sand and investment casting technologies

• Over 12 years combined experience in the manufacturing environment of complex aerospace components.

• Established a companywide policy of continual improvement through training, leadership, and employee motivation.

• Utilized methods in teamwork to enhance employee productivity and improve efficiency.

• Acquired certification for ship-to-stock programs for all major customers.

• Developed a real-time SPC program to monitor product integrity and reduce redundant inspection.

Millitech Corporation

South Deerfield, MA 01373

(Millimeter Wave Electronic Components and Assemblies)

Director of Quality 1989 - 1993

• Responsible for all management activities of Quality Assurance and Product Assurance

• Established a comprehensive Quality System meeting the requirements of NHB 5300.4 and ISO 9000 as well as MIL-Q-9858 and MIL-I-45208

• Established methods for document controls for a research and development environment

• Responsible for department budgets and capital expenditures.

• Developed milestones for the implementation of MIL-Q-9858 and NASA certifications within an 18-month time frame.

• Systemized the manufacturing area within a high-tech environment to ensure product integrity and conformity.

• Authored a Corporate Workmanship Manual with established acceptability requirements.

• Tracked system conformity within a high-tech research and development environment.

Education: Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Western New England College, Springfield, MA

Professional: Member - American Society for Quality (since 1984)

Chairman of Advisory Committee, Manufacturing Technology Dept – Westfield Vocational Technical High School

Company DER # DERY-810157-NE (2002-2006)

Designated Engineering Representative - DERT-810157-NE (2004 – present)

Part 33 Chart E: 1A, 2A, 3A, 4A, 7A, 10A

Limitation: Approved for major repairs and major alterations on engine non life limited components, engine accessories and APU hardware designated as meeting the applicable TSO (C77x) or otherwise certified under an airworthiness standard.

Resume for James Davidson:

Aircraft Component Design, Inc (ACDI)

President – Aircraft Systems 2007- Present

Davidson Engineering Resources, Inc

President – 2002- Present

14CFR Parts 23, 25, 27, & 29 DERT-510090-NM

Mechanical / Electrical Systems & Equipment

Tucson, AZ

Projects

• Eclipse Aviation 500 FAA TC Program – Digital LED Exterior / Interior Lighting FAA DER for Luminescent Systems / Astronics

• Falcon 2000 STC Program – Digital LED Exterior Position/Navigation Lights for Aviation Partners, Inc

• RVSM STC (Falcon Series, hawker Series) Program Support for

• Raytheon Missiles

-          Convair 440 (580) aircraft – experimental video system electrical system analysis

-          Convair 440(580) aircraft – 3 Major Alterations (CMS FLIR, GMS

-          Convair 440(580) aircraft –  FLIR, and Quiet Star (RADAR) systems electrical design data review and approval

• Boeing 757 Cargo Conversion STC – Air Conditioning FAA DER support for Alocoa/SIE

• Aero Mechanical Systems (AMS)

-          Digital Data Acquisition System modification (FAA STC) for DASH-8

-          Digital Data Acquisition System modification (FAA STC) Aloha 737-700 & -200 aircraft

• Honeywell (RAAS) Runway Awareness and Advisory System (FAA STC) for Gulfstream and other business jet manufacturers

• PMA Projects

-          Pilot Valve for CSD Cooling Valve for Jet Parts Engineering, Inc

-          20 PMAs for CT-58 Fuel Control components, for Columbia Helicopters, Inc

-          S-64 Engine and Fuel Control components, Erickson Skycrane, Inc

-          CT-58 T-5 EGT Harness, ACDI PMA

-          CF6-80 EGT Thermocouple, for Ametek Inc

-          CSD Drive Shaft / Coupling Shaft PMA, for Jet Parts Engineering

• Electrical and avionics systems consulting on UH-1 and AH-1 helicopter for DynCorp

• Cessna 208 Caravan Ice Warning FAA 337 and STC Project

• Boeing 787 TC Program – External / Interior Lighting FAA DER Consultant for Goodrich Hella, Boeing Supplier DER

• Various DO-160 Environmental Test development and witness DER (both mechanical and electrical / electronic)

• Manage reverse engineering, design, and manufacturing efforts for Boeing Vertol 234 APU Electronic Sequencing Unit

• Developed and FAA DER approved over 100 heat exchanger, oil cooler, and hydraulic cooler repair procedures

05/03 – 11/03 Securaplane Technologies Tucson, AZ

Project Manager II – Certification, Design, Management

• Provide project management, FAA Regulatory guidance with STC and PMA issues (Battery Chargers, Aircraft Security Systems, Aircraft Camera Systems, Aircraft Main Battery Systems)

• Develop test procedures, witness EMI/RFI testing of aircraft video camera systems

• STC for Hawker Sealed Lead Acid Battery installation into several Part 23 and Part 25 aircraft (Cessna, Beechcraft)

04/02 – 05/03 Learjet / Bombardier Aerospace Tucson, AZ

Senior Engineering Specialist – Airworthiness & Certification

• Interfaced with FAA as required on STC project technical questions

• DAS AR – STC mechanical and electrical technical data review and approval for business jet interior STCs (CL600, CL601, CL604, BD-100, and Global Express)

• Provided airworthiness and certification guidance to designers for business aircraft STC’s

• Developed documentation for interior STC design compliance to FARs

• Performed and witnessed ground EMI/EMC tests, flammability tests

08/98 – 04/02 US Airways Charlotte, NC

Senior Systems Engineer – Boeing Fleet Heavy Maintenance

• Boeing 737,757,767 heavy and line maintenance support for ATA 21, 24, 26, 30, 33, 36

• Developed 737 maintenance programs for electronic cabin pressure controllers, and cabin temperature controllers, outflow valves, safety valves and heat exchangers

• Company DER, interfaced and coordinated with FAA on safety issues

• Six Sigma Green Belt system reliability improvement projects

• Developed engineering documents implementing AD and SB projects for mechanical, electrical and avionics components on the Boeing 737 fleet in my ATA areas

• Reviewed Maintenance Manual, IPC, Time Limits Manual revisions

• Point of Contact for Lead Airline Activities, US Airways 737 Fleet (ATA 21, 24, 36)

• Developed cost reduction program for B737 Air Conditioning Heat

Exchanger maintenance program (cost savings / year estimated at 1M$)

• 737, 757, 767, and Airbus A330 Initial Training Classes (over 150 hrs classroom and lab training)

• Completed US Airways aircraft electronics classes for B737, 757, 767 and

Airbus aircraft

• Provided expert witness and technical support for US Airways lawsuits

06/97 – 08/98 Electrosystems, Inc. Ft. Deposit, AL

Engineering Department Manager

• Directed engineering effort; production, and customer support

• New product development, market analysis, customer requirements

• FAA interface for product manufacturing, PMA approvals, and minor part changes for manufacturing

• Directed the development of an alternator / voltage regulator / starter test facility

• Provided technical input to company business and marketing plans

• Developed electronic temperature sensor by using voltage regulator feedback circuitry

05/96 – 06/97 US Airways Winston Salem, NC

Senior Systems Engineer – Boeing Fleet Heavy Maintenance

• Boeing 737 heavy maintenance and fleet operations support

• Company DER, interface and coordinate with FAA

• Six Sigma and system component reliability improvement projects

• Implement AD and SB projects for mechanical, electrical and avionics devices in my ATA areas

• Review Maintenance Manual, IPC, Time Limits Manual revisions

04/93 – 05/96 AlliedSignal Aerospace Tucson, AZ

Project Engineer – Cabin Pressure Group

• USAF JPATS Trainer CPCS systems development

• F-22, C-130, V-22, C-17 CPCS engineering support, design and development

• Military / Commercial cabin pressure systems development and support

• Manufacturing support for both pneumatic and electronic systems

• Six Sigma improvement projects

• Project reporting and coordination, cost & schedule variance reporting

04/92 – 04/93 KAMAN EODC Tucson, AZ

Project Engineer

• Environmental test coordinator for classified Naval Aircraft Sensor

• Manufacturing and test support for LIDAR electronics devices (GPS, Digital

• Image Processor, and Electronics Data Logger)

• Project reporting and coordination, cost & schedule variance reporting

1983 – 1992

Engineer

• Douglas Aircraft, Lockheed Special Projects Ontario, and McDonnell

• Douglas Helicopter (LXH DEM/VAL Program)

• Douglas Aircraft: Performed turbine engine to aircraft integration studies, engine thermodynamic analysis, and aircraft self-protection studies

• Co-Authored study for use of RADAR jamming avionics, IR threat avionics, and chaff / flare dispenser on the C-17 for Douglas Aircraft

• Lockheed: Performed Heads Up Display mechanical and electronics integration for the AC-130H Gunship SOFI Update Program

• McDonnell Helicopter: Flight test project manager for LHX Night Vision

• Pilotage IR/CCTV pod (Digital Image Processor, Turret Control Electronics, and data bus interface integration with digital moving map and visor display systems)

Education

1979 - 1983 University of Arizona Tucson, AZ

B.S. Mechanical Engineering

• Emphasis on aircraft operations theory and design

• 1994 -1996 University of Phoenix Tucson, AZ

Masters Business Administration

• Emphasis on project management and control

2001 General Electric – Six Sigma Washington, DC

• Six Sigma – Green Belt Emphasis on aircraft mechanical and electronic component reliability improvements

2006 to Current Personal Development / Continuing Education

• Visual Basic Programming

• HTML / XHTML Programming

• Scheduled – various continuing education classes for DO-178, DO-254, statistics and reliability of aircraft systems, mechanical system component dimension and tolerance, project management, and updates to FAA policy / procedure seminars

Various Aviation Related Classes

• US Airways, Boeing Initial Classes: 737, 757, 767

• US Airways, Airbus Initial Classes: A319, A320, A321, A330

• US Airways, Boeing Wire Harness & Connector Repair Class

Computer Programs

• Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Visual Basic - Intermediate

• Mini Tab Statistical Software

• Networking Experience – Intermediate

• AutoCAD – Beginning

• LabView / C++ / Basic STAMP® Microcontroller

Consulting DER Certificate Number DERT-510090-NM

• Systems and Equipment – Mechanical Equipment

• Chart C1: Areas A, B, F, J and N; Functions 1, 2 Major Repair / Alterations

Systems and Equipment – Electrical Equipment

• Chart C2: Areas A and I; Functions 1,2,5

• Areas B, H, and K; Functions 1,2,5 Recommend Approval Only – Currently working in a Mentoring Program

Past Delegation (For Reference Only)

• Bombardier DAS AR (DAS-E-77)

• Systems and Equipment – Mechanical Equipment

Chart C1: Areas A,B,C,E,F,I,J,K,L; Functions 1, 2 (Bold/Italic = Was In Training at Bombardier)

Systems and Equipment – Electrical Equipment

• Chart C2: Areas A and I; Functions 1,2,5