MICHAEL B GRAHAM
205 Timberlake Dr.  Azle, TX 76020
206.854.0044 / 206.650.7552  mandmgraham@aol.com
SUMMARY
Versatile and technically proficient mechanical structural engineer qualified by over thirty five years of professional
experience in multiple aspects of aerospace; from structural repairs to mechanical design systems. Combining
technical, analytical, and engineering expertise to provide rapid responses and ultimately providing outstanding
customer service.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
- Knowledge in CAD Design Systems
- Ability to work independently and with a team
- Effective analytical skills & organizational skills
- Excellent people and customer support skills
- Ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment
- Career focused with high work ethics
CAREER EXPERIENCE
AVIATION TECHNICAL SERVICES, MRO. EVERETT WA
APRIL 2015 – PRESENT
Repair Engineer
Preparing repairs for Southwest Aircraft being repaired and overhauled for Boeing approval.
THE BOEING COMPANY, Duwamish, Washington
May 2004 – April 2013
Structural Engineer
Boeing Operations Center / Rapid Response Center supporting repairs outside of the Structural Repair Manual
(SRM) allowables; close coordination with engineering Designated Engineering Representatives (DER) /
Airworthiness Representatives (AR) on all Boeing Aircraft type including 737, 747, 757, 767, 777….
Coordination of repairs on nightshift with Spirit, Wichita for Customer 737 New Generation Aircraft.
AIRBUS, Chester, England
October 2002 – May 2004
Material Review Board (MRB) Liaison Design/ Concessions Engineer
Performing Non-Conformance activities / structural repairs on Airbus A340-600 Wing Structures.
GOODRICH AEROSPACE, Tucson, Arizona
January 2000 – January 2002
MRB Liaison Engineer
Onsite at Hamilton Av. In Tucson and Commercial Jet located in Miami as the Engineering Representative.
Responsible for all aspects of the Boeing Super 27 (Valsan) Re-engining Modification (Re-structuring Boeing
727's to accept larger MD80 Engines).
NORDAM REPAIR FACILITY, Fort Worth, Texas
May 1999 – January 2000
MRB Liaison Engineer/Repair Design
Repairing aircraft flight control surfaces (metallic), aircraft doors and 737 engine hush kits outside of the SRM
allowables with close coordination with engineering DERs.
THE BOEING COMPANY, Renton, Washington
May 1996 – April 1999
MRB Liaison Engineer
Assigned to all aspects of the 737 / 757 pressurized doors installation; supporting MRB rejection tag activity.
FLIGHT STRUCTURES, Arlington, Washington
March 1995 – May 1996
Design Engineer
Responsible for designing the pressure seal, retainer and mechanism support structure for the new main deck
cargo door for the A300 freighter conversion using Anvil CAD including floor structure conversion and 757
stowage bins.
THE BOEING COMPANY, Renton, Washington
June 1989 – March 1995
MRB Design/Liaison Engineer
Responsible for design and production revisions on the 757 number 2 passenger door structure and
mechanism. Mechanisms included bearing, seal and spring failure investigation. Supported MRB activity from
the door shop, through installation to final assembly. This included all aspects of the main deck cargo door for
the UPS package freighter.
MTU AERO ENGINES, Munich, Germany
December 1988 – May 1989
Project Design Engineer
Design of the EJ200 engine compressor rig and instrumentation for the European fighter.
ALFA ROMEO AVIO, Naples, Italy
March 1988 – December 1988
Design Engineer
Design of the auxiliary power unit combustion chamber rig and instrumentation for the European fighter aircraft
using Computervision CADDS 4x.
THE BOEING COMPANY, Seattle, Washington (Thompson Site)
February 1984 – March 1988
Mechanical Design Engineer
Responsible for design and installation of the environmental control systems (pneumatics systems, including
engine bleed, pre-cooler, pilot control valves, engine start, anti-ice, cabin air and thrust reverser) onto the GE
CF6-80C engine used on the new 747 / 767. Supported 757 door group designing no-draft precision castings
and forgings, their machining and liaison with their forging house. For 5 months, primary and secondary 737-400
wing structure design including composites.
MTU AERO ENGINES, Munich, Germany
March 1983 – February 1984
Design Engineer
Responsible for the design of engine build and maintenance tooling for the joint MTU / Pratt engine venture.
FLIGHT REFUELING LIMITED, Wimborne, England
July 1982 – March 1983
Design Engineer
Responsible for the design and installation of solid fuel rejectable rockets onto the wing of a subsonic aerial
target (drone) and design of its launch stand.
THE BOEING COMPANY, Renton, Washington
August 1980 – July 1982
Design Engineer
Redesigning the engine strut and side cowl supports for acceptance of the new P&W JT9D-7R4 Engine.
Involved with the design of the environmental control system (pneumatics) for the P&W 2037 engine on the new
Boeing 757 with the aide of Gerber IDS CAD.
MTU AERO ENGINES, Munich, Germany
July 1978 – August 1980
Design Engineer
Design of RB199 ground and test equipment and repair design of flight engines. The RB199 engine that is used
on the MRSA Tornado Aircraft and work has involved close collaboration with Rolls Royce in England and Fiat
in Italy.
PLESSEY MARINE, Newport, Wales UK
May 1977– July 1978
Printed Circuit Board (PCB)Designer/Electro-Mechanical Packaging Engineer
Design and installation of multi-layer printed circuit boards for Navy submarines.
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ROLLS ROYCE,
May 1969– May 1977
Engineering Design Specialist
Detail Design of engine components for the Olympus 593 (Concorde) and the Pegasus 101 (Harrier Jump Jet)
EDUCATION
Degree
ROLLS ROYCE TECHNICAL COLLEGE, BRISTOL ENGLAND, - DECEMBER 1973.
FULL TECHNICAL CERTIFICATE, PARTS 1, 2 AND 3.
(B.S EQUIVALENT)
ROLLS ROYCE TECHNICAL COLLEGE, BRISTOL ENGLAND, - DECEMBER 1973.
4 Year Indentured Apprenticeship in Aero-Engine Design