Donald Thomas
Fort Worth,TX
Summary
Detail-oriented Aircraft Assembly and Structural Mechanic with strong skills in tools operation and safety compliance. Proven ability to train employees and maintain high-quality standards. Programs I've worked on are 747, F18 C/D, F18E/F, F35 Palmdale, Global Hawk and currently at Bombardier.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Assembly Line Production Worker
Bombardier Aerospace
Red Oak, Texas
02.2020 - Current
- Assembled components following detailed specifications and blueprints.
- Operated hand tools and machinery to complete assembly tasks efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to improve assembly line processes.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area to ensure safety standards.
- Trained new employees on assembly techniques and safety protocols.
- Operated various hand tools and power tools to assemble components.
- Followed established quality control procedures throughout the entire assembly process.
- Utilized a variety of fasteners including screws, bolts, rivets, clamps for proper installation of components.
Aircraft Structural Mechanic
Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems
El Segundo, California
08.1987 - 03.2018
- Inspected aircraft structures for defects and ensured compliance with specifications.
- Assembled and installed structural components using hand and power tools.
- Assembled and disassembled aircraft parts for maintenance and inspections.
- Drilled holes in fuselage sections during repair work using portable electric drills or pneumatic drills.
- Inspected rivets used in the assembly of various types of aircraft structures according to established standards.
- Operated overhead cranes or forklifts to lift heavy objects during maintenance activities.
- Trained junior mechanics in aircraft structural maintenance techniques and safety protocols.
- Assembled subassemblies made up of sheet metal parts into larger assemblies using bolts, nuts, screws and rivets.
- Utilized precision measuring instruments to diagnose misalignments and adjustments.
- Applied sealants and adhesives in accordance with manufacturer's specifications.
- Constructed jigs, fixtures, templates and other special tools required for aircraft repairs.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Airframe Mech
West Los Angeles College
Culver City, CAairframe & power plant
West Los Angeles College
Culver City, CASkills
- Aircraft assembly
- Structural inspection
- Tools operation
- Safety protocols
- Quality control
- Parts installation
- Blueprints interpretation
- Training employees
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
Timeline
Assembly Line Production Worker
Bombardier Aerospace
02.2020 - Current
Aircraft Structural Mechanic
Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems
08.1987 - 03.2018
Some College (No Degree) - Airframe Mech
West Los Angeles College
airframe & power plant
West Los Angeles College
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