David Hernandez
Titusville,Florida
Summary
Dynamic Lead Critical Lift & Transport Technician at SpaceX with a proven track record in optimizing operations and ensuring safety compliance. Skilled in MRO processes and hazardous waste management, I excel in team leadership and problem-solving, driving efficiency in high-stakes environments. Committed to excellence and continuous improvement in all aspects of my work.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Critical Lift & Transport Technician
SpaceX
Cape Canaveral, FL
11.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with teams to optimize scheduling for deliveries and pack-ups.
- Identified process improvement opportunities within department operations.
- Authorized overseer to ensure compliance and safety standards.
- Obtained FDOT Hazmat endorsement for safe handling of hazardous materials.
- Operated transport equipment for efficient movement of Boosters, Payloads, and S2 fixtures.
- Worked various shifts, including nights and weekends, to meet business demands.
Leadman
United Technologies
Windsor Locks, CT
03.2016 - 10.2022
- Managed a team of 6 workers to complete tasks in an efficient manner.
- Responsible for overhaul, repair and in process inspection of Boeing 777, 787, Airbus A380 systems & components.
- Overhaul and repair U.S. NAVY and U.S. AIR FORCE composite propeller systems (paint, balancing, and fiberglass repairs)
- Dismantled equipment to access, inspect, remove and replace defective parts to maintain operability.
- Consulted blueprints and repair manuals to complete repairs and restore optimal functionality.
- Completed scheduled and unscheduled safety and performance assessments.
- Disassembly and repair of various flight sensitive aircraft hardware (GP 7200 Main Gearbox, Starters, supplemental cooling units, scroll compressors, NP2000 propellers, )
- Performed maintenance intervals such as applying new gaskets, fluid change, gear-shaft, and bearing replacement
- Shipping & receiving experience
- Operated forklift, pallet jack and hand truck to move materials within warehouse and to and from shipping vehicle.
- Unloaded and received incoming shipments, inspected packages for damage and routed packages to next destination according to documentation.
Technician
Pioneer Valley Wheel Repair
Easthampton, MA
08.2008 - 03.2016
- Foreman
- HVLP spray gun experience
- Removal and installation of wheels and tires. torqued to spec.
- Various hand/power tools experience
- Maintained tools, equipment and work sites
- Mobile wheel repair
- Performed checklist of fluid levels, air filter, tire pressure and more as part of our day to day routines.
- Operated safely and consistently by conducting DOT pre-trip inspections according to established criteria.
- Operated enclosed-trailers in an efficient safe manner
Education
High School Diploma -
Northampton High School
Northampton, MAAutobody And Mechanical Repair
Baran Institute of Technology
Windsor, CT04.2008
Skills
- CDL class A license
- Authorized Overseer
- FDOT Hazmat certificate
- FDOT Pilot/Escort Flagging certified
- Current TWIC card
- Forman/Leadman
- MRO (maintenance, repair and operations) experience ( disassembly, assembly, inspection, and test of flight critical components)
- SAP software experience
- Certifications to operate powered industrial vehicles (Current Forklift and Hi-Low forklift certification)
- Preventative maintenance
- Troubleshooting and repairs
- Power and mechanical tool use experience
- Equipment repair
- Shipping & receiving Packaging, unpackaging ,storage and unit preservation
- Hazardous waste management
- Welding experience
- HVLP paint systems certified
- Composite NDT certified
- Fiberglass repairs on NP2000 Propellers
Timeline
Lead Critical Lift & Transport Technician
SpaceX
11.2022 - Current
Leadman
United Technologies
03.2016 - 10.2022
Technician
Pioneer Valley Wheel Repair
08.2008 - 03.2016
High School Diploma -
Northampton High School
Autobody And Mechanical Repair
Baran Institute of Technology