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.
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.
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.