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Derek Pickering

Derek Pickering

Summerville, SC, United States, 29483,South Carolina

Summary

Highly motivated aerospace professional seeking a career opportunity that will utilize my strengths and encourage growth. I bring with me 17+ years of aerospace manufacturing, maintenance and repair knowledge, as well as, 5+ years of leadership experience.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Field Service Operations Site Leader

Vartan
11.2023 - Current

Manage a team of 15+ maintenance technicians for emergent repair and modification of 787 aircraft. 

Plan daily maintenance operations, analyze forecasted aircraft commodities and work closely with Boeing Supplier Management. 

Implement Lean Manufacturing principles to optimize efficiency and reduce waste, resulting in an increase in productivity.

Oversaw the execution of safety protocols and procedures, achieving a 0% recordable incident rate.

Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process improvements and cost savings.

Conduct performance evaluations and provide coaching and development opportunities to drive employee engagement and retention.

Senior Manufacturing Operations Analyst

Boeing
04.2007 - 10.2023

Jan. 2023 - Oct 2023 - Manufacturing Operations Analyst - Implemented 777x flightline workplace coaching program, created hands-on instruction lab.

Developed drilling and installation training for 777x flightline operations.

Lead trainings as an instructor in the Everett Foundational Training Center where I helped to build new employees skills and confidence in drilling and fastener installation/removal.

Utilized data analysis and KPI tracking to identify inefficiencies in manufacturing processes, yielding increases in overall quality and efficiency

Networked with cross-functional teams to implement process improvements and standardize best practices across multiple manufacturing programs

Collaborated with senior leadership to develop strategies for cost reduction and optimized resource allocation within the employee training program

Feb. 2022 - Jan. 2023 - Functional Test Technician - Performed functional testing and troubleshooting of 777, 777x and 787 aircraft electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

Executed repairs based on findings of troubleshooting and engineering dispositions.

2009-2022 - 787 Assembler Installer General B - Preparation and Installation of cargo bay, E&E bays and passenger deck components.

Utilized pneumatic/electric drills, torque wrenches, hydraulic swage, quackenbush PFD, various hand tools and engineering drawings to manufacture and assemble 787 structures and interiors.

Analyzed state of build each day in order to delegate duties as team lead for aft cargos and passenger deck, as well as, team lead for maintenence and storage activities in Victorville, CA.

2007-2009 - 737 Assembler Installer General B - Install and rig rudder pedals and cables.

Cargo bay emergency escape hatch and closeout panels

Hydraulic pumps and associated tubing, jackscrew hoist/install and drilling/riveting in the 48 section to install horizontal stabilizer limit switches.

Education

Individual Studies - Engineering Technology

Washington Aerospace Training and Research Center
Paine Field Everett, WA
10-2023

Welding & Sheet Metal Fabrication

South Seattle CC
Seattle, WA
06-2004

Skills

  • Proficiency with Velocity, IVT, Redars, BAC specifications, PSDS, JITT and Microsoft Office Software
  • Adapt and acquire new skills quickly
  • Analyze data, sort and prioritize work
  • Apply accurate, effective and timely support in a team setting
  • Strong problem solving/analytical mindset
  • Drilling of various materials and stack-ups, use of precision measurement devices, pneumatic, electric and hand tools
  • Accurately interpret engineering drawings and intent

Timeline

Field Service Operations Site Leader

Vartan
11.2023 - Current

Senior Manufacturing Operations Analyst

Boeing
04.2007 - 10.2023

Individual Studies - Engineering Technology

Washington Aerospace Training and Research Center

Welding & Sheet Metal Fabrication

South Seattle CC
Derek Pickering