Angie Rodriguez
Titusville,FL
Summary
Dedicated aerospace and Army aviation veteran with 17 years of extensive mechanical and avionics expertise spanning aviation maintenance and rocket launch vehicle testing and operations
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
43
43
Rocket Launches
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Sr Launch Operations Technician
Relativity Space
07.2021 - Current
- Supported activation and build of Launch Complex 16 Terran 1 fluids and instrumentation systems in support of first flight, Good Luck Have Fun. Pre-flight hardware delivery accomplishments include but are not limited to fluids systems fabrication, panel assembly, harness assembly, DACS build, hangar readiness and activation. Once activation of pad systems were complete and flight hardware was on site I quickly pivoted to fully hands on vehicle testing and final launch integration of the flight, Terran 1.
- Key contributor in build, testing and integration of 'Hardware In The Loop', power support racks and associated harnessing and power distribution for the manufacturing, test and launch sites. Acting as go-to Cape Avionics experienced technician to perform testing and r&r of avionics systems throughout the build, test and launch campaign of GLHF and leading up to our upcoming Terran launch.
- Cross site support filling a variety of roles in support of numerous company milestones. Roles supported include fluids, structures, avionics, DACS and factory test, factory integration and propulsion test technical roles as well as quality inspector role for various factory and test assemblies and integrations. Successfully supported a multitude of teams across the company while each department slowly grew the teams we know today as R1 Test Ops, Factory Test, Factory Integration, Avionics Test, Quality Inspections
Avionics Field Service and Support Technician
Avidyne Corporation
05.2019 - 07.2021
- Field and remote support of avionics installers integrating GPS communication navigation and transponder systems in General Aviation and Business Aviation aircraft in the United States and South America.
- Coordinated support responses to customer issues, verifying closure of concerns and correction of software and hardware deficiencies.
- Authored and presented technical training for pilots and technicians to ensure the best quality installations of systems integrated into thousands of private and military aircraft across North and South America, Europe and Australia.
Launch Integration Technician
Space Exploration Technologies Corp
07.2016 - 05.2019
- Safely and successfully supported 42+ launches. Integrated spacecraft's electrical, fluid and pneumatic systems from schematics and blueprints. Performed flight critical operations in confined spaces and heights as high as 60ft.
- Troubleshot pre-launch operational issues found during activation of fluid and mechanical systems including but not limited to hydraulic systems, high-pressure nitrogen and helium systems, and cryogenic systems. Go-to avionics team member to test and integrate avionics systems.
- Performed mass critical overhead crane lifting of integrated spacecraft, flight hardware, and ground support equipment. Assisted in the re-activation of LC40 post F9 pad anomaly as well as the historical launch pad 39A for Falcon Heavy configuration.
Electrical/ Mechanical Technician
Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corp
06.2015 - 12.2015
- Electrical troubleshooting, repairing, maintaining and operating Bosch, Allen Bradley, Shaffer packaging and manufacturing machines and equipment.
- Mechanically configure packaging equipment for scheduled production. Electrical troubleshooting and wire repair of major and minor technical components.
Aircraft Armament Systems Technician
US Army Reserve
10.2014 - 10.2015
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and flight readiness checks of armament and electrical systems on fleet of AH64 Apache aircraft
- Completed quality assurance checks for service work on aircraft armament and electrical systems.
Avionics Supervisor
United States Army
11.2011 - 10.2014
- Managed a section of 24 employees. Responsible for the avionics maintenance for fleet of Sikorsky UH60 Helicopters, achieving and maintaining a constant above 85% fleet flight readiness rate.
- Managed all direct reports coaching, training and performance improvement actions.
Avionics Lead
United States Army
08.2010 - 11.2011
- Trained quick response team of 11 employees on the theory of operation and employment of mission-oriented equipment such as Missile Warning, Radar Detecting, and Transponder systems for on the go missions.
- Safely and successfully performed numerous downed aircraft recovery missions, performing extensive tasks such as wire repair, reestablishing secure communications and repair and replacements under pressure and hostile environments.
Avionics Mechanic
United States Army
07.2009 - 08.2010
- Successfully and efficiently conducted scheduled and unscheduled maintenance for fleet of Sikorsky UH60 and Boeing CH47 Helicopters
- Maintained the organization's communication equipment to include, single channel ground, airborne radio systems, high frequency and satellite communications. Utilized testing equipment such as oscilloscopes, ammeters and ohmmeters.
Education
J.D. - Avionics Technology
United States Army Aviation Logistics School
Fort Eustis, VA2009
Skills
Well versed in integrating, testing, troubleshooting, and maintaining complex mechanical, electrical, fluid and avionics systems associated and integrated with liquid fueled rockets
5 years experience in the development, testing and integration of final assemblies of the Terran 1 & Aeon 1 and Terran R & Aeon R spacecraft and sub-assemblies (mechanisms, propulsion, avionics)
Good knowledge and interpretation of electrical and fluids engineering drawings, procedures and specifications
NCCO certified Crane operator and rigger experienced in critical mass lifts and operations
Skilled aerial lift operator, comfortable with heights
Confined Space certified at Relativity Space
NASA Composite Overwrapped Pressure Vessel (COPV) damage detection certified
Quality inspections of sub and main integrated vehicle and engine assemblies; great attention to detail
Launch site operations, procedures and standards
High pressure fluid systems and hazardous operations
Former Top Secret Clearance; able to re-obtain
Coaching and teaching hands on mechanical skills; soft skills
Excels at cross site collaborations, demonstrating ability to build and nurture inter-departmental partnerships, making vehicle transitions more seamless and efficient
Promotes operational discipline, accountability and safety
Strong commitment to quality, safety and our missions success
Effective communicator
Certification
- FCC Operators License
- NCCO Crane Operator & Rigger
- NASA COPV Damage Detection
Accomplishments
- Played an integral role in facilitating the groundbreaking launch of the world's first 3D-printed rocket , our very own Terran 1 'GLHF' in 2023
- Contributed to the seamless integration and execution of over 42 Falcon 9 launches, encompassing significant milestones such as the inaugural Falcon Heavy Demo, the first refurbished F9 launch, and pivotal Dragon resupply missions vital to ISS operations and The United States epic return to human spaceflight since 2011.
- Recipient of the Sikorsky Maintenance Award acknowledged for exceptional maintenance as an elite member and in support of Downed Aircraft Recovery Team contributions in Operation Enduring Freedom Afghanistan 2011-12
Affiliations
- Lead of the Planet Earth ERG at RS Cape Canaveral
- Fire Watch Veteran Suicide Prevention
- Surf Rider Foundation
- Marine Resource Council
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Sr Launch Operations Technician
Relativity Space
07.2021 - Current
Avionics Field Service and Support Technician
Avidyne Corporation
05.2019 - 07.2021
Launch Integration Technician
Space Exploration Technologies Corp
07.2016 - 05.2019
Electrical/ Mechanical Technician
Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corp
06.2015 - 12.2015
Aircraft Armament Systems Technician
US Army Reserve
10.2014 - 10.2015
Avionics Supervisor
United States Army
11.2011 - 10.2014
Avionics Lead
United States Army
08.2010 - 11.2011
Avionics Mechanic
United States Army
07.2009 - 08.2010
J.D. - Avionics Technology
United States Army Aviation Logistics School