Deanna ILejay-Castro
Palmdale,CA
Summary
Dynamic Aerospace Technician with a proven track record at Northrop Grumman, excelling in composite fabrication and aircraft systems. Adept at mentoring teams and enhancing operational efficiency through effective communication and collaboration. Recognized for optimizing workflows and maintaining safety standards, ensuring high-quality outcomes in critical environments.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Aerospace Technician
Northrop Grumman
Palmdale, CA
03.2021 - Current
- Provided training and mentorship to junior technicians, enhancing team skill levels and efficiency.
- Composite Fabrication and repair
- Basic Blueprint Interpretation
- Aircraft Systems and Production
- Structures Technician build
- Responsible for inspecting, repairing, and maintaining the structural components of an aircraft
- In a controlled and FOD critical area on a day to day basis
- Track, maintain and inventory all tools and equipment
- Coordinate with engineers, Technicians, and Project leads to provide appropriate support and training
- Possess a DOD and Secret level
Lot Captain
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Sylmar, CA
07.2019 - 04.2020
- Supervised and coordinated the activities of workers engaged in parking automobiles in parking lot and storage.
- Established and adjusted work procedures to meet production schedules, using knowledge of capacities of machines and equipment.
- Computed figures from records, such as sale orders, production records and purchase invoices to obtain current inventory.
Administration Manager
Aloha Limousine Service
Hawthorne, CA
07.1999 - 07.2017
- Streamlined administrative processes to enhance operational efficiency across departments.
- Managed scheduling and logistics for fleet operations, ensuring timely service delivery.
- Developed training programs for new staff, improving onboarding experiences and retention rates.
- Oversaw compliance with safety regulations and company policies to mitigate risks.
- Provided employees with guidance in handling difficult and complex problems, and resolving escalated complaints and disputes.
- Planned, administrated and controlled budgets for contracts, equipment and supplies.
- Analyzed operational workflows to identify areas for improvement and optimize performance metrics.
Education
Associate of Science - Aircraft Fabrication And Assembly
Antelope Valley College
Lancaster, California, CA05-2023
High School Diploma -
Palmdale High School
Palmdale, CA06-1995
Skills
- Communication systems
- Safety procedures communication
- Aircraft systems
- Composite materials expertise
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking Abilities
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Team building
- Professionalism
- Blueprint reading
- Communication skills
Timeline
Aerospace Technician
Northrop Grumman
03.2021 - Current
Lot Captain
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
07.2019 - 04.2020
Administration Manager
Aloha Limousine Service
07.1999 - 07.2017
Associate of Science - Aircraft Fabrication And Assembly
Antelope Valley College
High School Diploma -
Palmdale High School