JAVIER VIDRO
Lompoc,USA
Summary
Highly motivated worker with 9+ years of nuclear maintenance and space launch experience. I thrive in high stress situations and have a strong expertise in operating industrial equipment. I managed a fleet of $2.7 Million in nuclear assets and aid in the transportation of multiple million dollar NRO, NASA, and SpaceX rocket boosters. From a mechanical technician to an ASRC Field Ops Engineer, I pride myself in resource management and leading from the front. My time management and unique adaptive leadership style allows me to complete task both efficiently and effectively.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Field Operations Engineer
ASRC Federal System Solutions
09.2023 - Current
- Supporting space launch agencies with mission assurance.
- Recording and analyzing telemetry to provide agencies with data on space launch objectives.
- Assisting Rocket Systems Launch Program with feedback on their military teams, who provide support for Minuteman and Minitour operations.
Space Launch Systems Expert
USAF
12.2020 - 09.2023
- Led hands-on operations for small space lift capabilities supporting NASA, ULA, and SpaceX. Emplaced rocket boosters on launch stands with exceptional expertise.
- Conduct technical procedures to prepare and launch DOD/NRO satellites to expand and strengthen national security.
- Oversee inspections of space lift boosters, and conduct preventative maintenance on its special operations vehicles that are used for transportation.
- Practiced and supervised safety procedures to handle nitrogen, liquid fuels, oxidizers, and ordnance devices.
- Prepared space launch complexes; erection and mating of space lift booster sections and payloads.
- Transport boosters, space lift hardware, and associated subsystems to launch complexes, or designated areas.
- Partnered industries are leading engineers to design and test a $2.5M ICBM booster transporter.
- Coordinated with local agencies to emplace Minute Man III rocket boosters for Northrop Grumman.
- Directed the successful launch of NROL-111 and the launch of MK21-A.
Nuclear Maintenance Instructor
USAF
01.2020 - 11.2020
- Guided repairs and inspections on 4,200 equipment items, sustaining mission-critical levels to support dispatching maintenance on 150 Intercontinental Ballistic Missiles (ICBMs).
- Trained proof-load facility operations. Load testing nuclear transport vehicles to guarantee safe ICBM Aerospace Vehicle Equipment (AVE) component transport.
- Instructed team chiefs/technicians on inspections and repairs of 25 special-purpose vehicles and $2.1M critical Minuteman III equipment assets.
- Educated technicians on stress tests for nuclear-certified, crucial re-entry system handling gear.
Nuclear Maintenance Section Supervisor
USAF
11.2018 - 11.2020
- Managed 14 personnel on 174 nuclear-related tasks, and provided resource management for a $2 billion ICBM fleet.
- Directed six organizations and over twenty personnel in a one-time inspection for the wing that encompassed 167 nuclear-certified pieces of equipment for $2.8 million in vehicles.
- Organized a one-of-a-kind emergency crane operation that updated military policy and regulation for more than 300 personnel.
- Advised 8 depot personnel on $1.4M equipment that boosted critical mission requirements by 40%.
Nuclear Maintenance Led Technician
USAF
01.2016 - 11.2018
- Performed missile maintenance actions at the support base, launch, launch control, and storage facilities, and ensured compliance with international treaties.
- Inspected, repaired, adjusted, and replaced components and subcomponents on nuclear equipment and vehicles.
- Learned to operate and repair mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
- Basic hand and power tool usage.
Survivability Systems Maintenance Technician
USAF
07.2015 - 01.2016
- Repaired and replaced survivability equipment for 15 Launch and Control Centers, and 150 Launch Facilities.
- Performed validation testing of Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) systems and components.
- Maintained survivability systems within the Launch Control Centers to sustain our nuclear launch capabilities.
- Diagnosed and repaired electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
Education
Airman Leadership School -
Minot AFB
Minot, North Dakota01.2019
Nuclear Vehicle Operation Course -
Minot AFB
Minot, North Dakota01.2018
Missile and Space Systems Maintenance Basic Skills Training -
Vandenberg SFB
Lompoc, California06.2015
Basic Military Training -
Lackland AFB
San Antonio, Texas03.2015
Skills
- Advising
- Missile maintenance
- Inspection
- Repair
- Adjustment
- Component Replacement
- Mechanical Systems Operation
- Pneumatic Systems Operation
- Hydraulic Systems Operation
- Hand tool usage
- Power tool usage
- Validation Testing
- Survivability Systems Maintenance
- Electrical Systems Diagnosis
- Project Management
- Program Management
- Strategic planning
- Coordination
- Detail Orientation
- Analytical thinking
- Critical thinking
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Written communication
- Oral communication
- Training
- Mentorship
- High-stress troubleshooting
- Explosives handling
- Nuclear vehicle operations
- Knowledge of mechanical systems
- Knowledge of pneumatic systems
- Knowledge of hydraulic systems
Awardsandcommendations
- Air and Space Commendation Medal
- Air and Space Achievement Medal
- Air Force Good Conduct Medal
- Nuclear Deterrence Operations Service Medal
Timeline
Field Operations Engineer
ASRC Federal System Solutions
09.2023 - Current
Space Launch Systems Expert
USAF
12.2020 - 09.2023
Nuclear Maintenance Instructor
USAF
01.2020 - 11.2020
Nuclear Maintenance Section Supervisor
USAF
11.2018 - 11.2020
Nuclear Maintenance Led Technician
USAF
01.2016 - 11.2018
Survivability Systems Maintenance Technician
USAF
07.2015 - 01.2016
Airman Leadership School -
Minot AFB
Nuclear Vehicle Operation Course -
Minot AFB
Missile and Space Systems Maintenance Basic Skills Training -
Vandenberg SFB
Basic Military Training -
Lackland AFB
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