SUMMARY:

• With a combined 35 years experience in the areas of Research and Development, Manufacturing, Science and Technology, Space, Missiles and Rockets, Machine Shops, Maintenance Groups, Quick Response Groups, Property Management, Environmental Control Groups, Warehouse and Inventory, and Perishable Control Labs, Proficient with hand tools, power tools, air tools, saws, grinders, shears, presses, brakes.
• Expertise in the fabrication of aluminum, Steels, Wood, Plastics, Composites, Fiberglass and Tube Bending, Rigging and lift operations, Working in confined space and at great heights.
• Extensive knowledge of Hydraulic and Pneumatic systems, Chillers, High Pressure Gn2, He systems as well as LOX and LN2. Extensive in company Compliance and skills and, s. Well versed in working safely with years of certified

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Confidential, Cape Canaveral, Florida

Responsibilities:

• Extensive Working Knowledge/experience in the design, build, fabrication and/or assembly and maintenance of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, cryogenic systems, pumps, motors, chillers, air compressors, pneumatic, valves, transducers, flow meters, gages and other instruments. Possesses working knowledge/Experience of crane rigging and lifting operations.
• Experienced in layout and fabrication with aluminum, steels, plastics, wood, composts, fiberglass etc. Able to operate production shop, machine shop hand and power tools, air tools, saws, cutters, shears, drill presses brake, punch press, overhead cranes, forklifts, machinery and computers as needed, work with great respect in protecting the integrity of company’s investment in regard to machinery, equipment, and facilities by exercising pride/care, skill and knowledge.
• Under limited to no supervision, perform troubleshooting of moderately complex components and equipment per work orders, verbal/written and or procedures, diagrams, blueprints, schematics, specifications, drawings, sketches etc.Maintain accurate daily logs of activities and maintenance.
• Compliant with all safety regulations, ethics, s and maintain clean and orderly work areas.
• Able to perform other assigned duties as required, including periodically assisting with shipping/receiving assignment
• Experienced in equipment preventive maintenance, modification, rework, troubleshooting, design, fabrication, build, move and install.
• Ability to use trades mathematics together with drawings and specifications involving thorough technical skill knowledge and application of basic theory for layout and fabrication and tube bending.
• Certified and compliant with all safety regulations
• Experienced in confined spaces using appropriate safety equipment such as oxygen monitors and communication radios and buddy system.
• Ability to lift and move objects up to 75 pounds
• Posses the flexibility and ability to mufti - task and/or switch rapidly between assigned tasks, independently as part of a collaborative team within a mufti-cultural environment
• Ability to undertake self-development activities, seeks increased responsibilities, identify and take advantage of continuous improvement
• Extensive Maintenance experience with ancillary systems (such as water, gas, cryogenic, hydraulic, vacuum) including, but not limited to, predictive, preventive, emergency and routine maintenance. Duties include the test, checkout, assembly, and inspection of missile systems and spacecraft elements such as propulsion, cryogenic, pneumatic, electrical, hydraulic, ordnance and destruct systems and mechanical assemblies by interpreting blueprints, engineering specifications, and test requirements, various work authority documents and launch preparation procedures.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and corrects malfunctions of missile and test facility vehicle support systems by modification, rework, repair, or performing preventive maintenance and testing. Assists in root-cause analysis, troubleshooting, or non-conformance investigations as required and assists in the implementation and verification of effective corrective action.
• Performs metal working and fabrication, design and development including the operations of machining and non-destructive inspection equipment to build, test, assemble, maintain and repair GSE (ground support equipment) and other vehicle support systems.
• Operates various materials handling equipment to include forklifts, cranes, aerial lift equipment, flight vehicle and subassembly transportation equipment, truck/tractor trailer combinations and other GSE as required. Performs other related duties as assigned. Normal color vision, and depth perception to inspect parts and ensure correct alignment and assembly of equipment Familiar with the use of personal protective equipment to include, but not limited to, filtered respirators, splash suits. SCAPE (Self Contained Atmospheric Protective Ensemble), portable air packs, and possess the ability to work in confined spaces and at heights, and have Ability to fly on regular commercial airlines.
• Have the ability to operate standard computer equipment and keyboards. Able to work in normal office as well as inside and outside industrial working environments. Conditioned to work in High temperature and High Humidity work areas.

Confidential, Huntington Beach, California

Laboratory Precision/Mechanical Technician

Responsibilities:

• Methods/Sequential planning and Procedures using shop theory or accepted shop practice to fabricate, assemble, mate, install, fasten, troubleshoot, or modify materials and structures. Perform such typical operations as layout, establishing dimensions to exacting tolerances without the aid of production tooling, layup, molding, mixing, bagging, curing, bonding, drilling, autoclave, machining, stitching, cutting, vacuum forming, fitting, hand finishing, painting and self inspection. Working/knowledge of metals, plastics, laminates, composites, synthetics and hardwoods.
• Able to use/operate Hand tools, power tools, machines, such as brakes, shears, saws, grinders, formers and other machine shop/fabrication/development equip. Design, Fabrication, Assembly and Installation, of complex Hydraulic, GN2, LN2, LOX, He, De-ionized Water, Vacuum, Electro-Mechanical Assemblies, G.S.E./P.T.E., Test Stands, Panels and Supporting Systems.
• Coordinate with Research/Development and Test/Assembly Labs to Refine Methods and Expedite Tasks. Provide Immediate Response/Support, Analyze/Troubleshoot, Remove/Install, Repair/rebuild, Calibrate, Certify, Operate and Test, Pumps, Motors, Compressors, Converters, Regulators, Dome Loaders, Valves, Gages, Sensors, Switches, Accumulators, Actuators and related Components/Systems. Route, Bend, Mock-Up, Fabricate, Flare, Swage and Orbital Weld, s/s Tubing, Manifolds and Ducts. Initiate, Modify and Maintain, Critical Spare Parts Inventory. Perform Scheduled Preventive Maintenance/Log Records.
• Operate, Maintain, Calibrate/Certify Tank Farm. Analyze Plan/Determine and Order Parts, Raw Materials and Components per Job/Assignment Requirements. Proficient in the Application/Compatibilities of Fluids/Gasses, Pressures/Flow, O-Ring/Seats, Gaskets/Raw Materials, Components/Fittings.
• Coordinate/Participate, Solicit/Issue Work Orders/Assignments between Hydraulic Test, Metrology, Cryogenics/Environmental, Space Simulation Lab, Destructive/Non Destructive Labs, Engineering, Planning, Purchasing, Management, Vendors, Weld Shop and Maintenance. Intimate knowledge working with Metals, plastics, composites, hardwoods, and all related hand operated power tools and equipment. Such as Hand Tools, Height Gages, Calipers, Dial Indicators, Surface Table, Tube Benders, Flaring/Deburing Machine, Brake, Lathe, Shear, Leak
• Detector, Overhead Crane, Forklift, Drills/Taps, Table Saw, Compound Miter Saw, Band saw, Brake, Shear, Mixers Biscuit Joiner, Planner, Joiner. Possess Top Secret Security Clearance, Passport and License.
• A Highly motivated reliable/hard working and resourceful individual with a strong mechanical aptitude and high sense of responsibility.
• Possesses well-developed Interpersonal and written/oral communication skills.

Confidential, Huntington Beach, California

Laboratory Precision/Mechanical Technician

Responsibilities:

• A special High Profile Experimental program featuring Single Stage Rocket Technology, Vertical Take Off/Landing. Main duties included Participating in the Design, Development and Installation of the Propulsion System, Roll Control Thrusters, Main Engine Gimbals Actuators and Related Components.
• Route, Bend, Flare, Orbital Weld, Tubing, Ducts and Manifolds. Perform assembly, modifications to advanced composite Fairing. Mating of composite fairing, doors, base to rocket structural assembly. Provide Field Service Supporting Static Fire and Systems Function/Leak Test.
• Establish Remote Launch Site, Install On/Off-Load Support System for LOX, Hydrogen, LHe, Gn2 and Quick-Disconnects/Umbilical’s on launch Pad. Launch/Recover Modify, Repair and Replace. Pictures and Videos Available on Request.
• Possesses Extensive Technical Experience on Commercial and Military Flight Vehicles, Rockets and Experimental Crafts.....Working/Knowledge Experience on Delta Rockets, DC-X, SSRT, Delta Clipper, Space Station, Space Shuttle, C-17, F-18, F-15, Sea Launch, C3I, Titan, Phantom Works, Skunk Works and several Orbital Satellites.