Jaime Benitez
Gardena,CA
Summary
Detail‑oriented Mechanical Assembler with 5+ years of experience assembling, inspecting, and testing aerospace and defense components. Skilled in blueprint reading, mechanical assembly, precision measurement, rework/repair, and operating production equipment in regulated environments. Proven ability to meet quality standards, follow detailed procedures, and support high‑reliability programs.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanical Technician 3
Honeywell Aerospace
Torrance, CA
11.2021 - Current
- Responsible for disassembly and reassembly of new and used military/commercial units
- Assemble turbines, actuators, ACMs, compressors
- Utilized extensive knowledge of adhesive properties to mix sealants and epoxy coatings for various units
- Using ovens to properly cure adhesives and coatings
- Conducted regular inspections of assembled products to ensure compliance with specifications and regulations.
- Skilled in testing components such as actuators and motors
- Analyze/Verifying CMMs, TI’s, and AT’s testing
- Operated precision tools and equipment, maintaining safety protocols throughout assembly processes.
- ESD and FOD process
- Solder and conformal coating such as wires and harnesses
- Conducted detailed assembly and inspection of aerospace components to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced operational efficiency and reduced assembly times.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to troubleshoot assembly issues and implement effective solutions.
Mechanical Assembler 2
Marvin Engineering
Inglewood, CA
10.2020 - 11.2021
- Upper and lower structural assemblies such as installing bolts, screws, rivets, helicoils
- Full missile launcher assembly for F/A-18, F-16, and F-15
- Set up and operate machines/tools such as press and rivet gun
- Aligning and fitting subassemblies with fixtures
- Rework and/or repair assembled parts according to engineers’ specifications
- Measuring and mixing chemicals that are needed such as primer, paint, and sealant
- Assembled mechanical components according to specifications and engineering drawings.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely production of high-quality assemblies.
Sheet Metal Technician 2
Honeywell Aerospace
Torrance, CA
09.2018 - 10.2020
- Set up and operate machines such as punch press, notch press, EDM, and Fin machine.
- Inspect and measure components before and after cutting metal
- Read blueprints and verify dimensions, which were required to cut the material
- Fabricated and assembled sheet metal components using precision tools and equipment.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure accurate production specifications.
Education
Highschool Diploma -
Morningside Highschool
Inglewood, CA06-2015
Science, General Science
El Camino College
Torrance, CASkills
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Microsoft Word
- Bilingual
- Leadership
- Documentation review
- Microsoft Excel
- SAP and Team Center
- ESD
- FAA Clearance
- Blueprint Reading
- Sketch Sheets
- IPC J-STD-001 solder certification
- Mechanical troubleshooting
Timeline
Mechanical Technician 3
Honeywell Aerospace
11.2021 - Current
Mechanical Assembler 2
Marvin Engineering
10.2020 - 11.2021
Sheet Metal Technician 2
Honeywell Aerospace
09.2018 - 10.2020
Science, General Science
El Camino College
Highschool Diploma -
Morningside Highschool