Ashley Cotto
Pendergrass,GA
Summary
Skilled Aircraft Structural Repairer with background in inspecting, maintaining and repairing aircraft structures. Possess understanding of technical drawings, manuals and protocols necessary for ensuring safety and efficiency. Known for problem-solving abilities, strong attention to detail and hands-on experience with various tools and equipment. Past roles have involved significant contributions to improving aircraft performance through meticulous structural repair work.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Aircraft Structural Repairer Instructor
US Army
Fort Eustis, VA
02.2023 - 02.2024
- Followed safety guidelines when handling hazardous materials such as solvents, paint strippers and lubricants.
- Encouraged students' critical thinking skills by facilitating classroom discussions.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop innovative approaches to instruction.
- Conducted lectures, demonstrations and group activities in order to enhance learning experience.
- Provided individualized instruction to students to improve their academic performance.
- Created a positive learning environment by establishing open communication with students and colleagues.
- Ensured compliance with applicable Federal Aviation Administration regulations.
Production Control Clerk
US Army
Fort Bragg, NC
10.2020 - 01.2023
- Migrated existing databases from one platform to another with minimal downtime.
- Configured user accounts, privileges, roles, profiles in the database server.
- Provided support for hardware, software, communication devices, local area networks and wide area networks for Aircraft Notebook (ACN)
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during the entire production process.
- Monitored inventories and ensured stock levels were maintained at all times.
- Distributed work orders to departments.
- Created work orders for each job including details of materials used, labor costs.
- Provided support in troubleshooting technical problems related to production control operations.
- Developed systems to track daily production activities and ensure targets were met.
- Assisted in resolving issues related to production control processes.
- Prepared detailed reports summarizing the status of jobs in progress as well as completed tasks.
- Maintained production records and updated databases with accurate information.
Aircraft Structural Repairer
US Army
Fort Bragg, NC
05.2017 - 09.2020
- Conducted safety inspections to identify potential hazards before repairs were made.
- Installed new machinery components including bearings, seals, gears, and other parts.
- Diagnosed issues with malfunctioning systems and components using specialized testing equipment.
- Established preventive maintenance plans to reduce breakdowns of equipment over time.
- Recommended changes in designs or procedures when needed in order to improve efficiency.
- Cleaned machine parts to remove dirt and debris prior to making any repairs.
- Replaced worn or damaged components in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
- Monitored all repairs to ensure they are completed within a specified timeframe.
- Inspected finished products for quality assurance purposes prior to releasing them from the facility.
- Read blueprints and technical diagrams to understand the layout of the machinery being repaired.
- Provided training sessions for other technicians on proper installation techniques for machinery components.
- Operated hand tools such as wrenches, pliers, screwdrivers and drills for repair work.
- Delivered knowledge of design techniques, tools and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings and models.
- Read and understood diagrams and schematics to accurately perform repairs.
- Recorded completed repairs, all further repairs required and parts to be ordered on service call ticket.
Skills
- Non-Destructive Testing
- Stress Tolerance
- Damage Assessment
- Power Tool Operation
- Paint and Finish Application
- Bonded Structure Repair
- Rivet Installation Techniques
- Corrosion Control Techniques
- Composite Material Repair
- Precision Sheet Metal Work
- Certified Instructor
- Training and Development
- Public Speaking
- Interpersonal and Social Skills
- Database Maintenance
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Aircraft Structural Repairer Instructor
US Army
02.2023 - 02.2024
Production Control Clerk
US Army
10.2020 - 01.2023
Aircraft Structural Repairer
US Army
05.2017 - 09.2020