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Andrew P. Scheer

Merritt Island,FL

Summary

Enthusiastic operations professional who can see the big picture, will take ownership of a project, and be responsive to the customer. Determined to create new and more efficient processes while maintaining a safety-focused team environment across multiple stakeholders.

Work History

Operations Manager

Oasis Technology & Engineering
Kennedy Space Center
02.2020 - Current
  • Transformed Launch Complex 39B from predominately a construction site to fully operationally capable launch facility ready for Artemis 1
  • Focal point for all activities inside launch pad perimeter
  • Integrates multiple companies and contracts to maintain site readiness and personnel safety to support flight hardware testing and launches
  • Collaborates with construction contractors to integrate launch pad construction upgrades into normal operations and maintenance activities
  • Coordinates with other element Operations Managers and technical shops to properly allocate limited technician resources in a matrix organization
  • Creates site specific schedules in Primavera P6 with the Planning and Scheduling department
  • Manages cryogenic commodities for launch support ultimately accountable to NASA pad Element Operations Manager and Artemis Launch Director
  • Maintains launch pad schedule accuracy, critical path, and work performance
  • Contributes to the KSC Spaceport integration master schedule

Area Integrator

Oasis Technology & Engineering
Kennedy Space Center
10.2015 - 02.2020
  • Primary interface between Operations Management and Area Integration for NASA’s Vehicle Assembly Building, Mobile Launcher, Rotation Processing & Storage Facility, and Launch Complex 39B
  • Prime integrator of operations flight hardware processing areas - responsible for coordination of all scheduled work
  • Received company President's Award for establishing a new Area Integration office that coordinated efforts between construction, NASA, and operations engineers while fostering a team environment
  • Assessed and de-conflicted competing priorities across multiple projects, customers, and programs
  • O&M oversight of area systems, while coordinating with Operations Management, Planning, Engineering, and NASA to determine and communicate priorities
  • Tracked ongoing work using Maximo, Solumina, PeopleSoft, and shop tie-in notes
  • Emergency management representative for assigned site
  • Developed certification and training packages used by Area Integrators and Test Conductors
  • Created detailed maps of equipment locations throughout the mobile launcher that are referenced by teams across all KSC contractors

Engineering Technician

Oasis Technology & Engineering
Kennedy Space Center
02.2014 - 10.2015
  • Processed Orbital Replacement Units for International Space Station Program
  • Performed test validation and flight ammonia loading of Exploration Flight Test-1 capsule
  • Completed projects by effectively applying engineering, technical and maintenance procedures in Maximo and Solumina
  • Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings, schematics and computer-generated reports to verify configuration of flight hardware

Launch Pad Technician

SpaceX
Cape Canaveral Air Force Station
01.2013 - 11.2013
  • Constructed new launch pad ground systems with only supplied parts and schematic drawings as a guide
  • Provided input to system engineers as to how these systems might be constructed to best suit the end function in the limited space available while still keeping costs at a minimum
  • Fabrication, pressure testing, and cleaning of tubing and hydraulic lines
  • Performed troubleshooting and repair of pneumatic, hydraulic, cryogenic, and fuel systems
  • Tested and prepared pad ground support systems for launch

Property Disposition Lead

United Space Alliance
Kennedy Space Center
08.2011 - 12.2012
  • Assisted the project management office in completing retirement of the Space Shuttle Program and to prepare KSC for future space operations
  • Determined final disposition of all government property inside launch pad 39A and its 74 supporting facilities
  • Researched and analyzed technical contract requirements to ensure all facility specific team members had a clear understanding of the project scope and purpose prior to beginning the execution phase
  • Assured that any ITAR or equipment covered under export compliance regulations were properly handled, stored and disposed of in accordance with government regulations
  • Tracked project progress using spreadsheets, photographs, and meetings with key stakeholders
  • Interfaced with multiple NASA organizations and outside customers
  • Participated in NASA-led kaizen team to determine the best and most efficient way to transition government property to new contracts

SHOP LEAD TECHNICIAN

United Space Alliance
Kennedy Space Center
03.2005 - 07.2011
  • Lead technician supporting the Space Shuttle fuel cell servicing and environmental control and life support systems
  • Maintained orderly and safe work environment by enforcing tool control and FOD awareness, prevention and safety at all times

Launch Pad Technician

United Space Alliance
Kennedy Space Center, Florida
07.2000 - 03.2005
  • Hands-on maintenance of launch pad cryogenic, life support and hypergolic systems
  • Maintained, repaired, configured, and operated these systems to meet the specific needs of each space shuttle launch flow
  • Performed hazardous operations in self contained atmospheric breathing suits

Flight Line Mechanic- Crew Lead

The Cessna Aircraft Company
Wichita, KS
07.1999 - 07.2000
  • Built up new business jets from factory stage through customer delivery
  • First engine runs, performance tests, discrepancy correction, and flight inspections
  • Certified to run and taxi Cessna Citation business jets

Crew Chief

United States Army
Savannah, GA
07.1993 - 07.1999
  • Coordinated maintenance and inspections on multiple AH-64 Apache and AH-1 Cobra helicopters
  • Maintained all major aircraft systems in accordance with military specifications
  • Maintained inventory and aircraft data systems and documented aircraft maintenance and services in electronic systems



Education

Bachelor of Science - Project Management

Columbia Southern University, Orange Beach, AL
  • summa cum laude graduate

Hypergolic Propellant Safety Course -

NASA, Kennedy Space Center

Hydrogen Safety Course -

NASA, Kennedy Space Center

Skills

  • Workflow Scheduling
  • Baseline Planning
  • Training and Employee Development
  • Technical Presentations
  • Process Development and Implementation
  • 5S Methodology
  • Senior Management Briefings
  • Policy Development and Enforcement
  • Cryogenic Commodity Management
  • Team Building

Certification

  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
  • FAA Airframe & Powerplant Mechanics License
  • Purpose Driven Leadership

Timeline

Operations Manager - Oasis Technology & Engineering
02.2020 - Current
Area Integrator - Oasis Technology & Engineering
10.2015 - 02.2020
Engineering Technician - Oasis Technology & Engineering
02.2014 - 10.2015
Launch Pad Technician - SpaceX
01.2013 - 11.2013
Property Disposition Lead - United Space Alliance
08.2011 - 12.2012
SHOP LEAD TECHNICIAN - United Space Alliance
03.2005 - 07.2011
Launch Pad Technician - United Space Alliance
07.2000 - 03.2005
Flight Line Mechanic- Crew Lead - The Cessna Aircraft Company
07.1999 - 07.2000
Crew Chief - United States Army
07.1993 - 07.1999
Columbia Southern University - Bachelor of Science, Project Management
NASA - Hypergolic Propellant Safety Course,
NASA - Hydrogen Safety Course,

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Andrew P. Scheer