Srnron OprnerroNs Exncuttvs OusseMA Burnos SAUIH

OusseMA Burnos SAUIH
33131 Glengary Court I Sterling Heights, MI 48310
obasalah@gmail.com | 586.489.2689
Srnron OprnerroNs Exncuttvs
Dynamic and performance-driven Operations Executive with extensive experience pioneering high-growth and efficient business
practices across the aviation-manufacturing industry. Proven track record ofdeveloping and executing business- and operational'
development strategies that reduce cost, increase business-unit revenue, and ensure corporate satisfaction. Noted mentor adept
at employee training and developmen! successfully managing cross-functional teams across multiple business segments' Expert
knowledge of regulatory-compliance processes, with sterling record of achievement working with multiple local and national
regulatory bodies. Articulate, results-oriented analyst with business acumen vital to execute change-management initiatives in
order to achieve optimal adherence to quality-assurance standards.
Areas of Expertise
IS-BAO Audits - Operations Management
- Strategic Planning - Consultative Solutrbns
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Business Development
- Change Management
QualityAssurance-RegulatoryCompliance-Distribution&shipping-Materiqls&InventoryManagement-Leadershlp&Development
Manufacturing - Client Relations - Component Maintenance - Production Planning & Execution - Aviation Safety - Emergenry Response
PnorEssIoNAL EXPENINNCE
GuLrArRolrAUTIcs-USA LLC - Sterling Heights, MI USA
2OL1ro PResrnr
Member of the Michigan Business Aviation Association (MBAA)
An aviation consultanry specialized in organizational, operational and compliancq with special emphasis on MENA aviation opportunities
OWNERAND ACCREDITED IS-BAO AUDITOR
Providing innovative and effective solutions in compliance and organizational and operational changes for the aviation industry
globally with an emphasis on the MENA region. Ibac IS-BAO Accredited Auditor. Experienced in airline start ups, asset
management and aircraft deliveries and redeliveries, able to provide all the requirements to ensure a smooth entry into service of
an organization or an aircraft. Review of maintenance activities starting from the maintenance program to the most complex
aircraft check, engine or component overhaul to provide oversight and required solutions in terms of productivity, efficiency and
cost effectiveness.
2008 to 2013
ALIesEnAvhTIoN -Abu Dhabi, UAE
Aviation company spectalizing in executive-charter operations, ofering fleet of premium jets with range of customizable amenities.
Heao or QuALrrYAssuMNcE & SarErv
Recruited to monitor comprehensive business practices in order to ensure regulatory compliance of all functions, reporting to
Accountable Manager on achievement of legal requirements. Support asset purchasing from QA perspective, monitoring airworthiness, safety, and security requirements for all aircraft building and testing activities. Manage external audit events for both
operations and engineering ensuring all internal processes receive top-flight results.
o Built QA-program inftastructure
from the ground up, quickly obtaining vital Air Operator and Aircraft Maintenance
Organization certifi cates.
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Successfully achieved on-time delivery of all aircraft from manufacturers,
Completed all external audit activities with no material findings.
AIRARABTA - Shariah, UAE
Leading low-costairline carrien operating in 65 destinations across the Middle Easl North Africa, Asia, and, Europe.
2004 ro 2008
Qualrrv AssuMNcE MaNecrn
Directed and monitored flight operations, including maintenance, ground operations, safety, security, and flight operational
quality assurance tFOQAl. Managed team of two Quality Assurance Engineers in daily operations. Conducted internal audits for
15+ out-station facilities annually to ensure application of best practices and regulatory compliance. Administered lcnowledge of
Q-Pulse software to track and schedule audit activities, as well as document audit findings and compliance status.
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Successfrrlly delivered 16 aircrafu receiving superior quality-assurance recognition.Established Emergency Response Center,
coordinating comprehensive activities in order to launch center according to forecasted timelines.
GulpArRcnarr MerxreNencr Coupeuv [GAMCO] -Abu Dhabi, UAE
Leading provider ofaircrafimaintenancq repair, and overhaul services, serving clientbase across the GulfRegion, Africa, and Asia'
HEAD oF CoMpoNENT
SrRerrctc
BUSTNESS
Unns [2001ro 2004]
Managed business functions related to production planning and control, fleet planning workshop and corporate planning as well
as materials procurement and nine component-based business units. Led daily operations of 12 component-repair shops,
orchestrating comprehensive strategies for promoting cumulative functions as strategic business unit. Directed 100-member
Component Shop team and 100-member Materials and Logistics team, spearheading recruitment and hiring for positions as
needed. Monitored annual budget and ensured all procurement activities aligned with budgeary rieeds.
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Coordinated duties and responsibilities for IAR/FAR 145 repair stations, as well as Gulf Air's maintenance'planning and
technical records to comply with Oman DGCAM CAR Part 121 standards'
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Created comprehensive business unit representing $35M in annual turnover.
Achieved 9.5% net profit within two years of engagement-triple the industry standard at the time.
Heeo oTPLANNTNG [1998ro 2001]
Led production-planning and control functions for all aircraft work performed while in hangar. Coordinated outsourcing contract
wittt- Gulf Air, leading comprehensive planning and control for customer's aircraft fleet in parallel. Managed daily operations of
60-member team, directing recruitment and hiring activities for all vacant positions. Developed and executed key strategies to
expand departmental capabilities while ensuring all new project engagements were completed on time and within budgeU
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Pioneered and implemented heavy-maintenance capabilities to handle production and control for Airbus A300, Airbus A310,
and Boeing 87 57 aircraft.
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Optimized use of 19 aircraft bays, introducing innovative worldlow charts across production and maintenance teams to
increase operational efficienry. Developed executable timelines for all work performed, ensuring procurement of all materials
needed for on-time delivery.
AnoITIoNAL PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
QUALITYASSURANCE &TRAINING MANAGER
DIRECTOR OF QUALITY CONTROL, ENGINEERING
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GAMCO
& MAINTENANCE. ROYAL IORDANIAN
DIRECTOR oF TECHNICAL PLANNING, ENCINEERING
DtREcroR oF ENGINE OVERHAUL
&
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MAINTENANCE _ ROYAT JORDANTAN
R0YAL JoRDANIAN
MeHncSR Or TECHNICAL PIANNING, ENGINEEruNG & MAINTENANCE
MANAGER OF PI.ANNING
Melracrn or
&
COST CONTROL, ENGINE OVNRHEUI
TECHNICAL PLANNING
& Cosr Coumol
- ROvel fonnenraU
- ROYAL JORDANIAN
- Rovel
JonneHrell
Eoucerrou
BA6HEL9R oF ScrENcE rN ENGTNEERINc TEcHNoLocy
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NoRTHRoP UNIVERsITY
- Inglewood, CA
AnUIITONAL TRAINING
IS-BAO AUDITOR WORKSHOP
FUNDAMENTALS OF
IS.BAO WORKSHOP
IOSA AWARENESS & TRAINING SEMINAR
ICAO SAFFTY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM [SMS] Counsr
Q-Pulsr IntRooucttoN & ADMINISTMTI0N
QuALrryAwARENEss, AUDIT TEcHNIQUES & PRocEDURES RrpRrsHsn Counsr
Sarrry
MeneGEMENT SYSTEMS COURSE
SMS IMPLEMENTATION SNUIHER