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Derik Wright

Waco,TX

Summary

Have been an Aircraft Maintenance Professional for 35 plus years. For the last four years I worked in Parts Inventory Management with a Secret Security Clearance. I am looking to work in Customer Service and Inventory Control.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Aircraft Structural Mechanic

L3 Harris
Waco, TX
09.2004 - 02.2024
  • Repaired damaged structures such as wings and fuselage frames using hand tools and power tools.
  • Installed new structural parts, such as stringers, ribs, bulkheads, floor boards, control surfaces and tail sections.
  • Drilled holes in structural parts for rivets or bolts.
  • Aligned structural assemblies with jigs and fixtures prior to joining them with fasteners.
  • Replaced worn or defective parts using appropriate tools and equipment.
  • Fabricated replacement parts using sheet metal cutting shears, brakes and forming dies when necessary.
  • Performed repairs on composite materials used in modern aircraft construction such as fiberglass reinforced plastic.

Structures Lead

Northrop Grumman
Lake Charles, LA
06.1994 - 09.2004
  • Collaborated closely with other mechanics in order to ensure timely completion of assigned tasks.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting complex problems related to aircraft structure.
  • Researched technical manuals for information regarding repair techniques for specific components.
  • Provided guidance and training to less experienced mechanics on the job site.
  • Planned work procedures using charts, technical manuals and experience.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Aviation Maintenance

TSTI
Waco, TX
02-1984

Skills

  • Quality assurance procedures
  • Technical Documentation Interpretation
  • Non-Destructive Testing
  • Aircraft status reports
  • Precision measuring tools
  • Advanced Blue Print and Illustrated Parts List reading
  • Parts ordering, receiving and distribution
  • Safety Team Leader and Site Steering Committee Member

Timeline

Aircraft Structural Mechanic

L3 Harris
09.2004 - 02.2024

Structures Lead

Northrop Grumman
06.1994 - 09.2004

Associate of Applied Science - Aviation Maintenance

TSTI
Derik Wright