Israel Goicochea
Brandon,FL
Summary
Detail-oriented Aerospace Electrical Technician specializing in electrical and avionics systems. Experienced in complex wiring harness assembly and high-reliability defense manufacturing, with skills in precision soldering, crimping, and MIL-SPEC troubleshooting. Committed to quality assurance and inspection sign-off, ensuring compliance with AS9100 and J-STD-001 in support of mission-critical defense programs.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Aircraft Integration Technician 1/Interim Lead
AEVEX
Tampa, Florida
11.2025 - Current
- Directed daily production briefings to drive alignment across cross-functional teams, ensuring 100% on-time delivery of mission-critical aerospace assemblies.
- Executed advanced soldering, rework, and repair to J-STD-001 standards on PCB and through-hole assemblies, supporting high-reliability, flight-critical systems.
- Specialized in precision crimping and termination of MIL-SPEC wiring harnesses, including complex shield terminations, grounding, and lacing techniques.
- Performed full-system integration and installation of aircraft electrical components, adhering to engineering drawings, schematics, and strict defense quality standards.
- Diagnosed and resolved electrical failures through hands-on troubleshooting and root cause analysis, minimizing downtime and preventing recurring defects.
- Conducted comprehensive harness testing and validation (continuity and functional testing) using multiple diagnostic platforms to ensure system integrity.
- Applied calibrated torque tools and precision measurement equipment to meet exact mechanical and electrical tolerances.
- Built and terminated aerospace-grade connectors (circular, rectangular, high-density), ensuring proper pinning, retention, and environmental compliance.
- Operated within AS9100-certified and ESD-controlled environments, maintaining strict adherence to aerospace and defense quality systems.
- Executed bond preparation and sealant application processes for environmental protection and structural reliability.
- Worked closely with engineering.
- Interpreted and implemented Engineering Change Orders (ECOs), ensuring seamless integration of design updates into active production.
- Authorized to perform and stamp quality inspections, ensuring compliance, traceability, and accountability for all completed assemblies.
- Selected and assigned personnel based on skill alignment, improving production efficiency and reducing discrepancies across builds.
- Trained and mentored new technicians in advanced assembly techniques, accelerating onboarding and elevating team performance.
- Partnered with program managers, supervisors, and procurement teams to ensure material readiness and meet aggressive shipment schedules.
- Drove a culture of continuous improvement, proactively identifying process inefficiencies and implementing solutions to enhance quality and throughput.
Cable Assembler
Lockheed Martin
Oldsmar, Florida
03.2025 - 07.2025
- Developed advanced expertise in aerospace electrical and mechanical assembly, supporting mission-critical defense programs including TPY, TPQ, and Sentinel radar systems.
- Performed precision soldering, crimping, and harness fabrication to strict aerospace quality standards, establishing a strong technical foundation in high-reliability systems.
- Executed termination and assembly of complex wiring systems, including high-density connectors (100+ pins) requiring exact alignment, insertion, and verification.
- Built and routed complex wiring harnesses, including assemblies requiring multi-day production cycles, demonstrating exceptional attention to detail and process discipline.
- Specialized in coaxial and triaxial cable assembly, ensuring proper shielding, signal integrity, and high-frequency performance.
- Prepared connectors for environmental protection using RTV and potting processes, ensuring durability against vibration, moisture, and thermal stress.
- Applied potting compounds and sealing techniques to protect sensitive components in harsh operating environments.
- Performed oven-based sleeving and heat-shrink processes to enhance durability and long-term reliability of harness systems.
- Installed connector boots and ensured precise keyway orientation to meet strict engineering and mating requirements.
- Interpreted and executed work based on engineering drawings, schematics, and wiring diagrams, ensuring accuracy in complex builds.
- Selected as a trainer for mechanical assembly operations, mentoring technicians on best practices, quality standards, and process adherence.
- Supported process engineering initiatives, contributing to workflow improvements and production efficiency.
- Participated in peer reviews and in-process quality checks, identifying defects early and ensuring compliance with aerospace standards.
- Served as a 6S Ambassador, promoting workplace organization, safety, and continuous improvement across the production floor.
- Maintained strict adherence to documentation, traceability, and quality requirements within a high-accountability defense manufacturing environment.
Low Voltage Technician
AFL/Outsource
Tampa, Florida
08.2023 - 10.2024
- Installed, terminated, and tested structured cabling systems in commercial and industrial environments.
- Performed fiber optic splicing and terminations, ensuring proper signal integrity and performance.
- Built and organized complete data closets and network racks, including patch panels and cable management.
- Installed RJ45 terminations, patch cords, and Type A/B connections to industry standards.
- Conducted network troubleshooting using tone generators, wands, and diagnostic tools to trace and resolve faults.
- Performed testing and verification of cabling systems to ensure proper connectivity and system functionality.
Education
Certificate - JSTD-001
IPC-JSTD
Tampa, FL03-2026
Certificate of Technical Studies - Electrical Technology
Southern Technical College
BrandonSkills
- MIL-SPEC Wire Harness Assembly & Termination
- High-Density Connector Assembly (100 pin systems, coaxial/triaxial)
- Precision Soldering & PCB Rework (J-STD-001 Compliant)
- Electrical Troubleshooting & Root Cause Analysis
- Engineering Drawing & Schematic Interpretation
- AS9100 Quality Systems & Aerospace Manufacturing Standards
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Aircraft Integration Technician 1/Interim Lead
AEVEX
11.2025 - Current
Cable Assembler
Lockheed Martin
03.2025 - 07.2025
Low Voltage Technician
AFL/Outsource
08.2023 - 10.2024
Certificate - JSTD-001
IPC-JSTD
Certificate of Technical Studies - Electrical Technology
Southern Technical College