Aris Gamboa
Bellflower,CA
Summary
Accomplished and dedicated professional with 10 years of experience in the aerospace industry. Confident in the ability to contribute to team success through advanced skill in troubleshooting, checking for quality assurance, testing and assembling mechanical components. Comfortable adapting to change and finding creative solutions to unexpected problems. Committed to continuous improvement and building a collaborative team environment.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Raptor Turbopumps Technician
SpaceX
01.2022 - 11.2023
- Conduct dynamic balancing of fuel and ox shafts using advanced tooling and methods
- Assembled both fuel and ox turbopumps according to print specifications and while also working with engineering to help improve our processes
- Conducted both internal and external leak checks on both turbopumps
- Maintain and ensure cleanliness of balancing machines.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
- Mentored junior technicians in assembling, repair and reporting duties.
Dragon Propulsion Technician
SpaceX
09.2017 - 01.2022
- Led the assembly and testing of Dragon's orbit, landing, helium, piston, accumulator tanks and bubble traps
- Executed ATP tests, including static, autofrettage, leak rate, and proof tests
- Demonstrate expertise in testing pressures up to 14,000 psi ensure leak-free performance
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to establish annealing and vibration processes
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning Products.
- Proficiently performed tack welding operations
- Saved the company time, money and resources by creating another NVR station using what I found in storage
- Performed Class 1 clean operations
- Maintained work area to clean room specifications
- Proficient in handling and adhering to safety protocols while working with various acids, including hydrofluoric, nitric, citric, and multi etch.
Test and Assembly Technician
Parker Hannifin
03.2015 - 09.2017
- Demonstrated exceptional technical acumen complete teardown assembly and testing of F22, KC-135 and C17 products
- Conducted comprehensive tests to identify the root cause of failures
- Proficiently managed procurement activities by ordering necessary parts and seals to rectify failures
- Expertise in the reconstruction and recertification of disassembled assemblies
- Conduct precise electrical testing procedures.
- Followed specific blueprints and diagrams to assemble components and comply with industry standards.
- Assembled and aligned parts and fixtures using hand and power tools.
- Kept work areas organized, tidy, and clean for maximum productivity.
- Inspected parts and assemblies before shipment to customers to verify accuracy.
Lead Test and Assembly Technician
Zodiac Aerospace
11.2013 - 03.2015
- Led a high-performing team through the successful research and development and production of Etihad's Boeing 787 custom galleries
- Effectively communicated goals, safety practices and deadlines to team members
- Motivates and mentors team members to enhance performance and productivity
- Collaborated closely with engineering departments to resolve technical challenges and remove project obstacles
- Maintained strict quality control standards by identifying and rejecting non-conformance parts
- Assembled decks, covers and sinks that will eventually be placed on Boeing or Airbus galleries.
- Inspected all work for quality and compliance with design standards.
- Maintained good stock levels, counted parts, and requested additional supplies.
- Trained new assembly personnel on proper use of equipment.
- Utilized blueprints, schematics and diagrams to accurately complete tasks.
Education
Airframe and Powerplant Certification -
Crimson Technical School
Skills
- Quality Control
- OSHA Compliance
- Blueprint Reading
- Drawings and Schematics
- Troubleshooting
- Assembly and Production
- Lean Manufacturing
- Power Tools and Equipment
- High pressure and leak check testing
- Quality Inspection
- Hazardous Materials Handling
Certification
- NASA White Sands COPV Certification
- SpaceX Crane Operator Certification
Timeline
Raptor Turbopumps Technician
SpaceX
01.2022 - 11.2023
Dragon Propulsion Technician
SpaceX
09.2017 - 01.2022
Test and Assembly Technician
Parker Hannifin
03.2015 - 09.2017
Lead Test and Assembly Technician
Zodiac Aerospace
11.2013 - 03.2015
Airframe and Powerplant Certification -
Crimson Technical School