Built complex solar array assemblies that are used to support various space missions including NASA's Commercial Resupply Service, Arctic Satellite Broadband Mission and ESPASTAR.
Assured that solar arrays were delivered on time to meet critical launch deadlines.
Completed various harnessing applications including soldering per IPC J-STD-001GS and crimping & splicing wires per NASA-STD-8739.4.
Gained strong leadership skills by building Solar Array assemblies from start to finish.
Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Followed both verbal and written instructions from engineering when setting up and fabricating mechanical assemblies.
CNC Machine Operator
True Precision Machining
03.2019 - 05.2021
Deburred, sanded or polished machined parts to correct defects and prepare surfaces for final shipment to customer.
Assisted Quality Control in making First-Article Inspection reports. Making sure final shipments had all applicable material certificates and inspection reports.
Operated a variety of CNC Mills and Lathes including standard 3-Axis mills, 5-Axis mills, vertical mills and twin spindle lathes.
Produced machined parts within tight tolerances per customer drawing requirements.
Deburr Technician
M3 Precision
08.2018 - 03.2019
Deburred, sanded and sand blasted parts per customer drawing requirements.
Cleaned Swiss CNC Lathes and properly disposed of metal shavings in their waste bins.
Cleaned and packaged machined parts for final shipment to customer.
Education
Associate of Science - Machining And Manufacturing Technology
Allan Hancock College
Santa Maria, CA
12-2021
Skills
Mechanical assembly
Hand tools proficiency
Precision measurement
Teamwork and collaboration
Attention to detail
Blueprint reading
Certification
IPC J-STD-001 Soldered Electrical and Electronic Assemblies Certificate.