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Drew Czako

Saint Augustine,FL

Summary

Organized and dependable Aircraft Mechanic 4 Lead Worker candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals with over 10 Years of experience in new production, and repairs on E2D Hawkeye and mod work on CRJ-700

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Aircraft Structural Mechanic 4

Nothrop Grumman
01.2013 - Current
  • Lead worker as of February 2021
  • Experience with Digital Pathfinder
  • SIS stamp training completed
  • Composite build and repair training
  • Experience with Inspection techniques and Inspection tools including dial indicators, micrometers, scales, internal micrometers and borescopes
  • Read and interpreted aircraft documentation to determine repair feasibility and methods.
  • Assisted with aircraft and equipment transport and movement.
  • Knowledgeable and familiar with St. Augustine Aircraft Integration Center of Excellence, Product Quality processes and procedures
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Keep work areas clean, organized and safe to promote efficiency and team safety
  • Mentor new employees by relaying information on company procedures, safety requirements, build processes and delivered constructive criticism upon completion of job tasks
  • Remove debris and trash and swept up metal parts following each shift to keep work areas clean and organized
  • Experienced with identifying, documenting and processing product non-conforming material tags using approved Material Review Board processes, specifically understanding the Preliminary Review process, and utilizing the Manufacturing Execution System application tool
  • Operate all machinery safely to reduce workplace accidents
  • Analyze blueprints and work orders to understand specifications and complete accurate assembly of products
  • Drill up of full sized main beam fitting from JAA program to save greatly on cost and to keep production moving with no defects
  • Heavily involved in writing of work order and drill process for forward beam JAA full sized fitting
  • Proficient in navigating and referencing procedural guidance in the Command Media library, technical data contained within TDRS (Technical Data Retrieval Systems) or other shared document locations, Northrop Grumman Engineering specifications, MEPS, and NAVAIR Maintenance Manuals as required
  • Continuous training of mechanics in OWP Beam area
  • Always work requested to support schedule in OWP Beams area constantly to help catch up and fix issues
  • Complete knowledge of OWP Beams area and work orders and processes
  • Operate Overhead Crane and Shop Pony equipment to move heavy loads and maintain production levels
  • Maintain orderly and safe work environment by enforcing tool control and FOD awareness, prevention and safety at all times.

Education

Associate of Arts - Business Management

University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ
2025

Airframe Fabrication -

First Coast Technical College
12.2012

High School Diploma -

Pedro Menendez High School
Saint Augustine, FL
05.2010

Skills

  • Blueprint Reading
  • Safety Protocol Knowledge
  • Troubleshooting
  • Parts Fabrication
  • Aircraft Mechanics
  • Problem-Solving
  • Organization
  • Microsoft Word
  • Written Communication
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Quality Assurance
  • Organization and Time Management
  • Excellent Communication

Certification

  • Self Inspection Stamp certification (SIS)
  • Split Sleeve Cold Working of Holes
  • Hot Dimpling - Stationary Pressure Pad
  • Powered Industrial Trucks – Core
  • Shop Pony
  • Overhead Crane Operation - Radio Controlled
  • Aircraft Safety

Timeline

Aircraft Structural Mechanic 4

Nothrop Grumman
01.2013 - Current

Associate of Arts - Business Management

University of Phoenix

Airframe Fabrication -

First Coast Technical College

High School Diploma -

Pedro Menendez High School
Drew Czako