Jesus Diaz
Long Beach
Summary
Manufacturing and operations professional with 14 years of experience in aerospace and advanced technology environments, supporting high-value assembly and tooling systems. Hands-on experience in precision assembly, rework, and validation of flight-critical hardware, with a proven track record of reducing defects, improving process efficiency, and enhancing workflow visibility. Experienced in inventory tracking, documentation control, production reporting, and quality systems across startup and structured manufacturing environments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Tech (Operations & Inventory)
FLUID LOGIC
El Segundo
02.2022 - Current
- Led assembly and QA of EVT/DVT builds (40 units in 2 weeks) in a high-mix, low-volume environment; reduced assembly time by ~30 minutes per unit and developed standardized build instructions for overseas manufacturing transfer
- Led 5S initiatives by designing and implementing a warehouse location system for 500+ components and subassemblies; reduced part retrieval time by ~40 minutes daily, decreased material shortages, and maintained accuracy through weekly inventory tracking and monthly audits
- Improved accessibility of BOMs, inventory data, and manufacturing documentation (dozens of SOPs) by restructuring file systems and creating direct access points; reduced search time and minimized assembly errors
- Supported rapid prototyping and production by setting up and operating laser cutting and 3D printing equipment, enabling faster iteration of parts and fixtures
Prototype Assembly Technician
INFINEON TECHNOLOGIES
El Segundo
04.2021 - 01.2022
- Precision Assembly of multiple prototype units, supporting R&D team with implementation and updating of processes.
- Manual assembly on printed circuit boards with over 200+ surface mount components.
- Gold & Aluminum thermo-sonic wire-bonding on 120+ devices daily.
- Improved polymer molding success rate by 30% by adding precision weight scaling of compounds used in process.
- Updated machine inventory and documentation process on over 50 units, saving engineering team dozens of man hours better spent elsewhere.
Preventive Maintenance Technician
PB FASTENERS
Torrance
09.2017 - 10.2018
- Performed repairs of hydraulic, cooling, and lubrication systems to ensure operational efficiency.
- Triaged and updated 300+ outdated work orders.
- Performed monthly inspections on every machine across the company.
- Ensured safe handling and proper storage of hazardous materials to maintain compliance.
- Tracked and maintained condition of 400+ machines to support uninterrupted production.
- Reduced incomplete repairs by 80% in a six-month period by converting repair scheduling from analog to digital.
- Ensured correct viscosity lube used in all machines, correcting maintenance practices for over 150 machines.
Fabrication Technician
SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES
Hawthorne
01.2012 - 08.2017
- Led preparation of flight-critical dome and primary engine integration structures, (Falcon 9 Octaweb), before machining then final integration; performed de-burring, cleaning, chemical processing, drilling, non-conformance resolution, and coordinated crane transfers
- Reduced monthly non-conformance tickets from 60+ to under 10 by partnering with QA to clarify acceptance criteria, standardizing inspection methods, and improving rework quality and consistency.
- Streamlined a 6-hour cleaning process to 3 hours and reduced upstream rejection rates by ~66% through iterative testing of cleaning methods and equipment.
- Reduced redundant engineering communication by ~70% by centralizing issue tracking and coordinating across structures, management, and inspection teams for 50+ high-value flight parts
- Managed flight part issues and generated hourly production and rejection reports, supporting inspection and engineering teams with U/V scan analysis; identified gaps in inspection procedures, executed precision rework of non-conformances, and validated material thickness using ultrasonic testing with grid-based measurement tracking across critical surfaces
- Oversaw safety and compliance for high-value crane and forklift operations, ensuring proper handling of critical hardware
- Coordinated with external vendors to manage hazardous materials, scrap removal, and equipment maintenance activities, maintaining operational continuity
Education
High School Diploma -
John Glenn High School
Norwalk, CA05-2006
Skills
- Inventory Control & Management
- Inventory management
- Quality control
- NCR Reduction
- Process Improvement
- Workflow optimization
- 5S Audits & Sustaining
- Lean / Six Sigma (in progress)
- Regulatory compliance
- Technical Writing
- Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Documentation management
Timeline
Production Tech (Operations & Inventory)
FLUID LOGIC
02.2022 - Current
Prototype Assembly Technician
INFINEON TECHNOLOGIES
04.2021 - 01.2022
Preventive Maintenance Technician
PB FASTENERS
09.2017 - 10.2018
Fabrication Technician
SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES
01.2012 - 08.2017
High School Diploma -
John Glenn High School