ANGEL PAGAN
Manufacturing Engineer
WAYNESBORO,PA
Summary
Experienced aeronautics professional with a background in aircraft modification, avionics technology, and manufacturing engineering. Skilled in electronics, CAD drafting, 3D solid modeling, and rendering, with a focus on creating safe and reliable designs.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Manufacturing Engineer
Sierra Nevada Corp
Hagerstown, US
04.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented manufacturing process improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and reduce downtime.
- Analyzed production data to identify areas of process inefficiencies and develop solutions to improve productivity.
- Created new processes for fabrication, assembly, testing, and inspection of products to meet customer requirements.
- Assisted with the design and development of manufacturing systems to ensure quality standards were met.
- Provided technical support for troubleshooting equipment problems during the manufacturing process.
- Developed detailed documentation for all processes including Standard Operating Procedures.
- Reviewed engineering drawings for accuracy prior to releasing them into production environment.
Avionics Technician
Sierra Nevada Corp
Hagerstown, US
07.2016 - 04.2023
- Routing harnesses in aircraft per drawings
- Completing standard assemblies by terminating wires to plugs, ground lugs, switches, blocks, boards, etc., guided by wiring diagrams
- Installing various complex wiring and electrical systems
- Using hand tools for crimping and component install/removal
- Performing operational checks to test the electronic instruments
- Performing continuity and power checks
- Training, guiding, and verifying new technicians' work
Avionics Technician
Delta Airlines
Atlanta, US
10.2015 - 07.2016
- Installing the In-Flight Entertainment (IFE) modification on Delta commercial aircraft
- Performing continuity and power checks
- Troubleshooting and fixing any discrepancies in the system
Avionics Technician
Sikorsky
Coatesville, US
09.2013 - 10.2015
- Routing harnesses in aircraft per drawings
- Completing standard assemblies by terminating wires to plugs, ground lugs, switches, blocks, boards, etc., guided by wiring diagrams, operation sheets, and Electrical Planning and Tooling System (EPATS) sheets
- Installing various complex wiring and electrical systems
- Using hand tools for crimping and component install/removal
- Performing operational checks to test the electronic instruments
- Performing continuity and bonding checks
- Analyze wiring diagrams to rectify inaccuracies, enhancing installation precision
- Measure aircraft interiors for accurate wire lengths, optimizing modification processes
- Design routing documents aiding installations, improving technician efficiency
- Collaborate with engineers for installation guidance, ensuring seamless modifications
- Analyze wiring diagrams and mechanical drawings, ensuring accuracy for aircraft modifications
- Collaborate with engineers to develop comprehensive installation guidance
- Meticulously measure aircraft components to determine precise wire and cable lengths for first article modifications, enhancing overall system efficiency
- Design intuitive routing documents as supplemental aids, streamlining the installation process and improving technician productivity
- Foster cross-functional teamwork with electrical and mechanical engineers, providing expert guidance to avionics and structural technicians
Avionics Technician
US Army - MOS 94R
Fort Campbell, US
11.2009 - 09.2013
- Performing organizational maintenance on test, diagnostic, and measurement equipment used to diagnose problems in avionics radar
- Performing intermediate maintenance of avionics airborne radar equipment including Doppler navigation radar, Radar altimeters, Identification friend or foe transponders, and Countermeasures set
- Tracing circuitry, testing, aligning, and adjusting repaired equipment for proper functioning
- Replacing faulty components and individual parts down to printed circuit board components
- Altering or modifying material in accordance with modification work orders and prescribed procedures
- Performing user maintenance on tools and test equipment
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - AERONAUTICS
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
07.2025
ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE - AERONAUTICS
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
07.2024
Skills
- Circuit Board Repair
- Avionics Systems
- Electronic Testing
- IPC Certification
- Wire Harness
- Cable Assembly
- AutoCAD
- 3D Modeling
- Rendering
- Altium Designer
- PCB Design
Additionalinformation - Securityclearance
SECRET CLEARANCE (Issued 10/01/09, while in the military)
Timeline
Manufacturing Engineer
Sierra Nevada Corp
04.2023 - Current
Avionics Technician
Sierra Nevada Corp
07.2016 - 04.2023
Avionics Technician
Delta Airlines
10.2015 - 07.2016
Avionics Technician
Sikorsky
09.2013 - 10.2015
Avionics Technician
US Army - MOS 94R
11.2009 - 09.2013
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - AERONAUTICS
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE - AERONAUTICS
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
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