Michael Devine

Aftermarket Manufacturing Engineer

Derby, Kansas, United States

About

Experienced professional in manufacturing planning, manufacturing engineering, customer service support, quality assurance and manufacturing with a demonstrated work history in the aviation and aerospace industry. Skilled in Peer Mentoring, Airworthiness, Quality Management, Sheet metal and Composite Assembly. Earned a bachelor's degree focused in Information Systems Management from Southwestern College.

Experience

  • Team Lead - Manufacturing Engineering and Proposals Management at Boeing
    Dec 2025 - Present · 7 mos

  • Spirit AeroSystems (13 yrs 5 mos)
    • Team Lead Manufacturing Engineering and Spares Proposals Management
      Mar 2024 - Jan 2026 · 1 yr 11 mos

    • Technical M.E. Global Customer Support & Services
      Apr 2019 - Mar 2024 · 5 yrs

    • Quality Multi-Function / Mechanic Verfication Process Focal
      Mar 2015 - Apr 2019 · 4 yrs 2 mos

  • Production Support Specialist at Beechcraft
    Jul 2011 - Aug 2012 · 1 yr 2 mos

    Trained employees in Mexico to support operations in Wichita facilities Actively suggested operational improvements to enhance quality, improve production times Coordinated and supervised assembly work of new assembly crews Trained a staff of 30 direct labor employees to perform assembly and manufacturing of product Calibrated or adjusted equipment to ensure quality production Inspected quality of finished product with the adherence of customer satisfaction in mind Ensured products were produced on time and of good quality Monitored product standards using quality-control programs Observed and adjusted processes or equipment for quality and productivity Worked closely with new management and manufacturing engineers to obtain schedule

  • Beechcraft (Wichita, Kansas Metropolitan Area)
    • Composite Mechanic
      Jun 2007 - Dec 2010 · 3 yrs 7 mos

      Preformed task by locating, drilling and installing the tail cone, installing rudder, windshields, up locks, APU arms, dorsal assembly, bulk heads on the lower side of aircraft, and installed plumbing using Cryo-Fit techniques. Built product using Beechcraft specifications and blue prints to perform all tasks. Performed repairs on composite using wet lay-up methods and when needed added heat to help the repair cure quicker. Aided in the training of new operators to help boost production.

    • Sheetmetal Mechanic
      Sep 2000 - Jun 2007 · 6 yrs 10 mos

      Located, drilled and installed lower side panels and belly skins on the King Air 90, 200, 350 and cargo door models using Beechcraft specifications and blue prints. Worked on all areas that associated with the building of the T-6 wing skeleton, build up, locating and drill out of upper skins. The locating, drill out and installation of stringers, bell cranks, lower skins, straps, dish assembly, bearing blocks, and hinge blocks working throughout the center section and the outboard section of the wing. Assisted in the location, drill out, and installation process of hard points for weapons attachments. Trained new employees on proper procedures on production and rework according to the company guidelines.