JESSE VALDEZ-RUELAS
Sr. Avionics Specialist
16600 Downey Ave Spc 28 Paramount,CA
Summary
Seeking a position that will offer an opportunity for career growth and Development. Trustworthy individual offering several years working as qualified technician. Focused and enthusiastic performer promoting exceptional skill in diagnosing issues and performing repairs. Broad knowledge of machines, production processes and maintenance processes.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr. Avionics and Harnessing Technician
Millennium Space Systems
El Segundo, California
02.2025 - Current
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish company goals.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Operated soldering equipment to assemble electronic components.
- Inspected solder joints for quality and adherence to specifications.
- Trained junior technicians on proper soldering methods and safety protocols.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area for efficient production flow.
- Documented production processes and reported any discrepancies to management.
- Cleaned and inspected parts and assemblies at each production stage and documented production defects.
- Assembled wire harnesses following detailed schematics and engineering specifications.
- Inspected components for quality and compliance with industry standards.
- Operated various hand and power tools to complete assembly tasks efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely project completion and workflow management.
- Trained new employees on assembly techniques and safety protocols effectively.
Sr. Avionics Specialist
Supernal
Irvine, California
07.2024 - 12.2024
- Conducted avionics system inspections and troubleshooting for aerospace vehicles.
- Collaborated with engineering teams on battery performance testing.
- Supported cross-functional teams in executing project timelines effectively.
- Set up and ran tests to check all components and systems for performance, durability and conformance to specifications.
- Assembled wire harnesses according to specifications and technical drawings.
- Maintained clean work environment to ensure safety and efficiency.
- Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics and wiring diagrams to determine wire harness assembly requirements.
- Label completed assemblies in accordance with customer or industry standards.
NOSE TO TAIL MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN
NORTHROP GRUMMAN CORPORATION
04.2024 - 07.2024
- Performed Maintenance, Repair, Launch, and Recovery activities on F-35 aircraft.
- Ensured aircraft are in exceptional mechanical condition and safe for flight by performing maintenance, inspections, and servicing requirements on all aircraft systems in accordance with JTD and all applicable program and service guidance.
- Performed and/or assisted with Field-Level Modifications and TCTD maintenance actions.
- Assisted with OJT training for team members and partner aircraft maintenance personnel.
- Maintained and updated aircraft records and status within the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) of ALIS.
- Kept the production staff updated on aircraft status.
- Performed other duties as assigned by the Aircraft Maintenance Manager.
- Used my training, knowledge, and experience to obtain special certifications (example: confined space, borescope, etc.) as locally required.
AVIONICS SPECIALIST IN ARMAMENT SYSTEMS AND FLIGHT CONTROLS
LOCKHEED MARTIN CORP. SKUNK WORKS ADP
12.2022 - 02.2024
- Installed pre-assembled wiring harnesses in conformance with predetermined routing, fasten in place with clips, brackets and other holding devices.
- Hooked-up wiring to equipment, panels, relays, and accessories.
- performed continuity checks on primary installations.
- Performed aircraft troubleshooting, repair actions, and perform aircraft armament systems functional checks and on-equipment Dash-6 inspection requirements on in-use AME.
- Performed through tests of electrical systems, parts and equipment to check compliance with applicable standards and evaluate malfunctions.
- Identified malfunctions, investigated faults and troubleshot aircraft systems, addressing problems directly to enhance operations.
- Limited description on what I can say on this.
Electronic Integrated Systems Mechanic
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
Edwards, California
07.2018 - 12.2022
- Company Overview: ELECTRONIC INTEGRATED SYSTEMS MECHANIC
- Performed preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance to keep aircraft running at optimal levels.
- Installed, modified, tested, repaired, overhauled, calibrated, maintained, evaluated, and certified the performance systems, which included but are not limited to: fire control radar, ECM, UHF/VHF radios, digital flight controls, up-front controls and instrumentation, Link-16, IFF, TACAN, GPS, AC units, and ducts.
- Performed operational checkouts of aircraft radar and airborne UHF/VHF radio systems.
Avionics Technician
USMC
San Diego, California
08.2008 - 07.2016
- Provided accurate data on central management systems.
- Ran engines for testing and calibrations.
- Installed and tested avionics systems on various aircraft models.
- Documented maintenance procedures and repairs in compliance with regulations.
- Trained junior technicians on best practices and safety protocols.
- Diagnosed and repaired electronic components and systems in aircraft.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to implement system upgrades and modifications.
- Conducted routine inspections and maintenance of avionics equipment.
- Utilized specialized tools for troubleshooting avionics issues effectively.
- Ensured adherence to industry standards during installation and repair processes.
- Assisted other technicians in troubleshooting various aircraft electronic malfunctions.
INSTRUMENT TECHNICIAN
BOLT HOUSE FARMS
Bakersfield, California
01.2015 - 07.2015
- Maintained all calibrations up to date, and machinery working on a daily basis.
- Ensured all scales calibrated sensors are up to date to make sure proper flow and measurements are being processed.
- Use of special tools used to calibrate systems.
- Osha 40 certified.
- CPR and defibrillator qualified.
- Calibrated and maintained industrial instrumentation for agricultural processes.
- Conducted routine inspections to ensure equipment functionality and safety standards.
- Performed maintenance and repairs on a variety of process control instrumentation including transmitters, controllers, valves, switches, recorders and indicators.
INDUSTRIAL MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN
FARMER JOHN
Vernon, California
04.2013 - 07.2014
- Replaced worn-out belts, chains, sprockets, gears, bearings and other components.
- Conducted preventive maintenance and repairs on equipment.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety regulations and standards.
- Inspected moving parts for wear or damage on a regular basis to prevent breakdowns.
- Maintained records of all work performed in the form of written reports or computer logs.
- Diagnosed electrical, mechanical and plumbing problems to apply corrective action for operational efficiency.
- Ordered necessary replacement parts from suppliers when needed for repairs.
- Selected troubleshooting methodologies to find malfunctions in machine systems to conduct repairs.
Education
BS - MANAGEMENT
UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX
PASADENA, CAASSOCIATES - AVIATION MAINTENANCE
SPARTAN COLLEGE
INGLEWOOD, CAAIRFRAME AND POWERPLANT CERTIFICATE -
SPARTAN COLLEGE
INGLEWOOD, CAASSOCIATES - ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
ITT TECHNICAL INSTITUTE
ORANGE, CAELECTRICAL CERTIFICATE -
WYOTECH
LONG BEACH, CAAVIATION ELECTRICIAN -
NAVAL AIR STATION TECHNICAL TRAINING CENTER
PENSACOLA, FLSkills
- Troubleshooting systems
- FAA Remote Pilot License
- CPR qualified
- Secret clearance
- Electronic assembly
- Aircraft maintenance
- Wiring harness installation
- Safety compliance
- Quality assurance
- Documentation practices
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
Certification
- FAA Remote Pilot Certificate
- CH-53D/E electrical & instruments systems organizational maintenance
- CH-53D/E communication/navigation/identification/electronic counter-measures systems
- CH-53D/E automatic flight control system organizational maintenance
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Sr. Avionics and Harnessing Technician
Millennium Space Systems
02.2025 - Current
Sr. Avionics Specialist
Supernal
07.2024 - 12.2024
NOSE TO TAIL MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN
NORTHROP GRUMMAN CORPORATION
04.2024 - 07.2024
AVIONICS SPECIALIST IN ARMAMENT SYSTEMS AND FLIGHT CONTROLS
LOCKHEED MARTIN CORP. SKUNK WORKS ADP
12.2022 - 02.2024
Electronic Integrated Systems Mechanic
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
07.2018 - 12.2022
INSTRUMENT TECHNICIAN
BOLT HOUSE FARMS
01.2015 - 07.2015
INDUSTRIAL MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN
FARMER JOHN
04.2013 - 07.2014
Avionics Technician
USMC
08.2008 - 07.2016
BS - MANAGEMENT
UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX
ASSOCIATES - AVIATION MAINTENANCE
SPARTAN COLLEGE
AIRFRAME AND POWERPLANT CERTIFICATE -
SPARTAN COLLEGE
ASSOCIATES - ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
ITT TECHNICAL INSTITUTE
ELECTRICAL CERTIFICATE -
WYOTECH
AVIATION ELECTRICIAN -
NAVAL AIR STATION TECHNICAL TRAINING CENTER
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