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Eric Weaver

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Summary

Dynamic Aircraft Sheet Metal Mechanic with extensive experience at Boeing, excelling in blueprint interpretation and structural assembly. Proven ability to diagnose and resolve complex issues while training junior technicians. Skilled in precision measuring and effective communication, ensuring high-quality repairs and maintenance that enhance aircraft performance and safety.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience

Work History

Aircraft Sheet Metal Mechanic

Amentum
JBLM
11.2006 - Current
  • Ensured accuracy of repairs by verifying drawings, blueprints, and engineering specifications.
  • Bent sheet metal into precise shapes utilizing bending machines and manual techniques.
  • Drilled holes into metal sheets to facilitate installation processes.
  • Checked drawings, blueprints, and engineering specifications to ensure accuracy of repairs.
  • Replaced corroded or damaged parts with new ones according to approved methods.
  • Applied sealant to joints between adjacent surfaces to provide airtight seals.
  • Repaired cracks in fuselage structure using bucking bars and hammers.
  • Trained junior technicians on proper safety procedures while operating machinery.
  • Cut sheet metal pieces to exact sizes as specified by blueprints or templates.
  • Performed preventive maintenance on all types of aircraft structures.
  • Developed plans to repair or replace damaged components.
  • Fabricated structural assemblies using riveting equipment, hand tools, and power tools.
  • Assisted in the design process by providing technical advice regarding fabrication techniques.
  • Maintained accurate records of repairs performed on each aircraft part and structure.
  • Tested aircrafts' structures for resistance against vibration and other loads.
  • Aligned drilled holes in sheet metal parts by use of jigs and fixtures.
  • Installed sheet metal components such as skins, bulkheads, frames, stringers, ribs and spars.
  • Polished finished products to maintain smooth surface finish according to standards.
  • Removed excess material from workpieces using grinders or sanders when needed.
  • Inspected aircraft parts for damage and corrosion.
  • Verified precision fit of parts during assembly process with measuring instruments.
  • Built and installed complete systems according to standards and customer specifications.
  • Aligned and balanced overall structures and component parts by using precision instruments.
  • Troubleshot problems with components to identify root causes of failures.
  • Inspected existing systems to identify maintenance needs and plan skilled repairs.
  • Fabricated and adjusted component parts with shop and on-site tools.
  • Isolated problematic components and initiated troubleshooting techniques to resolve malfunctions, restore functionality, and optimize performance.
  • Created subassemblies when fixing prefabricated parts and attached to aircraft.
  • Checked assemblies for alignment, symmetry, fit and workmanship quality.
  • Fastened sheet metal coverings to surface areas of aircraft utilizing welding or riveting.
  • Inspected aircraft using measuring tools and testing equipment to maintain adherence with engineering specifications.
  • Read and interpreted aircraft assembly diagrams for accuracy.
  • Used index points and measuring instruments to position and align subassemblies in jigs or fixtures.
  • Observed key safety protocols and practices when operating dangerous equipment near team members or expensive systems.
  • Assembled parts and subassemblies on aircraft with bolts, screws and rivets.
  • Captured or segregated waste material for recycling or environmentally responsible disposal.
  • Reviewed specifications and blueprints to understand proper techniques for maintaining aircraft integrity and functionality.
  • Captured aluminum swarf, machine cutting fluid and solvents to segregate waste material for environmentally responsible disposal.
  • Inspected parts and systems for fit, alignment and compliance with standards by using measuring instruments or test equipment.
  • Set up and fabricated complex mechanical assemblies using oral and written instructions from supervisor, reading technical documentation and collaborating with team members.
  • Cleaned aircraft structures with aqueous and organic solvent cleaning products to reduce harmful emissions.
  • Operated swaging machines to swage fittings onto cables.

Truck Driver

Numerous Employers
Tacoma
12.2004 - 10.2006
  • Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
  • Filled out paperwork accurately at each stop along route including bills of lading and trip sheets.
  • Loaded and unloaded cargo using forklifts or other material handling equipment.
  • Complied with DOT requirements for background checks prior to operating a CMV.
  • Managed personal driving time according to Hours of Service regulations.
  • Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.

Aircraft Sheet Metal Mechanic

Boeing
Renton
06.1987 - 10.2004
  • Drilled holes into sheets of metals for installation purposes.
  • Bent sheet metal into desired shapes using bending machines or manual techniques.
  • Checked drawings, blueprints, and engineering specifications to ensure accuracy of repairs.
  • Replaced corroded or damaged parts with new ones according to approved methods.
  • Applied sealant to joints between adjacent surfaces to provide airtight seals.
  • Repaired cracks in fuselage structure using bucking bars and hammers.
  • Trained junior technicians on proper safety procedures while operating machinery.
  • Cut sheet metal pieces to exact sizes as specified by blueprints or templates.
  • Performed preventive maintenance on all types of aircraft structures.
  • Developed plans to repair or replace damaged components.
  • Fabricated structural assemblies using riveting equipment, hand tools, and power tools.
  • Assisted in the design process by providing technical advice regarding fabrication techniques.
  • Maintained accurate records of repairs performed on each aircraft part and structure.
  • Tested aircrafts' structures for resistance against vibration and other loads.
  • Welded together overlapping edges of two separate pieces of metal to form a single unit.
  • Aligned drilled holes in sheet metal parts by use of jigs and fixtures.
  • Installed sheet metal components such as skins, bulkheads, frames, stringers, ribs and spars.
  • Polished finished products to maintain smooth surface finish according to standards.
  • Removed excess material from workpieces using grinders or sanders when needed.
  • Inspected aircraft parts for damage and corrosion.
  • Verified precision fit of parts during assembly process with measuring instruments.
  • Built and installed complete systems according to standards and customer specifications.
  • Aligned and balanced overall structures and component parts by using precision instruments.
  • Modified standard designs to fit customers' unique needs.
  • Troubleshot problems with components to identify root causes of failures.
  • Inspected existing systems to identify maintenance needs and plan skilled repairs.
  • Fabricated and adjusted component parts with shop and on-site tools.
  • Isolated problematic components and initiated troubleshooting techniques to resolve malfunctions, restore functionality, and optimize performance.
  • Created subassemblies when fixing prefabricated parts and attached to aircraft.
  • Checked assemblies for alignment, symmetry, fit and workmanship quality.
  • Fastened sheet metal coverings to surface areas of aircraft utilizing welding or riveting.
  • Installed mechanical linkages and actuators with tensiometers to verify tension of cables.
  • Inspected aircraft using measuring tools and testing equipment to maintain adherence with engineering specifications.
  • Read and interpreted aircraft assembly diagrams for accuracy.
  • Used index points and measuring instruments to position and align subassemblies in jigs or fixtures.
  • Observed key safety protocols and practices when operating dangerous equipment near team members or expensive systems.
  • Assembled parts and subassemblies on aircraft with bolts, screws and rivets.
  • Captured or segregated waste material for recycling or environmentally responsible disposal.
  • Reviewed specifications and blueprints to understand proper techniques for maintaining aircraft integrity and functionality.
  • Captured aluminum swarf, machine cutting fluid and solvents to segregate waste material for environmentally responsible disposal.
  • Inspected parts and systems for fit, alignment and compliance with standards by using measuring instruments or test equipment.
  • Set up and fabricated complex mechanical assemblies using oral and written instructions from supervisor, reading technical documentation and collaborating with team members.
  • Cleaned aircraft structures with aqueous and organic solvent cleaning products to reduce harmful emissions.
  • Placed and connected control cables to electronically controlled units with ring locks and cotter keys.
  • Operated swaging machines to swage fittings onto cables.
  • Cleaned aircraft structures, parts or components with aqueous or semi-aqueous products to reduce carbon or other harmful emissions.

Education

Associate of Arts - Paralegal Studies

South Sound Community Collage
Lacey, WA
01-2005

High School Diploma -

Bethel High School
Spanaway, WA
06-1986

Skills

  • Blueprint interpretation
  • Sheet metal fabrication
  • Structural assembly
  • Aircraft inspection
  • Preventive maintenance
  • Precision measuring
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Diagnose problems
  • Finding solutions
  • Detailed drawings, schematics, wiring diagram, technical publications
  • Using hand tools, multimeter (voltmeter, ohmmeter, continuity)
  • Have master certifications in law enforcement AR-15 armorers course
  • Understand exploded views to disassemble and reassemble
  • How to find their problems, tear them down, fix, and reassemble
  • Know how to insert data into Excel, such as scheduling maintenance
  • Worked with other personnel on GSE repair and upkeep during my time at Boeing and Amentum
  • Held certifications with Forklifts, Semi-Trucks, Crains
  • know how to operate dozers, excavators, and multi other equipment

Timeline

Aircraft Sheet Metal Mechanic

Amentum
11.2006 - Current

Truck Driver

Numerous Employers
12.2004 - 10.2006

Aircraft Sheet Metal Mechanic

Boeing
06.1987 - 10.2004

Associate of Arts - Paralegal Studies

South Sound Community Collage

High School Diploma -

Bethel High School

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