Microsoft Excel
JONATHAN HERRERA
San Diego,CA
Summary
Driven, dependable, and personable professional respected for intense dedication to complete projects on time. A knowledgeable and assertive mind capable of training team members on new and existing processes to promote operational efficiency. Out-of-the-box thinker committed to continuously improving business planning, budgeting, and program execution to promote organic company growth.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Production Engineer Liaison
General Atomics
San Diego, CA
05.2022 - Current
- Created engineering documentation for manufacturing processes, equipment specifications and change notices.
- Assisted internal audits team in collecting and compiling data for AS9100 audit.
- Supported manufacturing process development to improve safety, enhance quality, reduce cost, and improve productivity and schedule.
- Applied lean manufacturing processes to enhance quality, reliability or cost-effectiveness.
Advanced Programs Technician
General Atomics
San Diego, CA
04.2020 - 05.2022
- Collaborated with Engineering during prototype, development, and first article manufacturing.
- Ensured 100% adherence to project deadlines while executing within defined scope.
- Conferred with shareholders and supervisors about project progress and explained setbacks to minimize worry and secure project funding.
Sr. Composite Technician/Peer Inspector
General Atomics
San Diego, CA
07.2018 - 05.2022
- Implemented innovative strategies targeting labor time inefficiencies reducing process labor by 50%.
- Created and deployed best practices to improve efficiency and reduce defects.
- Evaluated components and final products against quality standards and manufacturing specifications.
Prototype Composite Fabricator II
Scaled Composites
Mojave, CA
10.2014 - 07.2018
- Exemplified positive attitude as team member in dynamic, fast-paced environment and remained composed and professional during complex challenges.
- Successfully identified malfunctions' root causes by performing accurate troubleshooting and diagnosis
- Analyzed aircraft structural testing trends to determine inefficiencies and develop intuitive strategies.
Aircraft Technician
Lockheed Martin
Palmdale, CA
06.2012 - 04.2014
- Analyzed engineering drawings and schematics to troubleshoot systems and diagnose solutions
Education
Master of Science - Project Management
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Daytona Beach, FL 08.2019 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Technical Management
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Daytona Beach
Daytona Beach, FL 01.2014 - 12.2018
Associate of Science - Aircraft Design
Antelope Valley College
Lancaster, CA 06.2011 - 06.2012
Skills
Lean Manufacturing
Project Planning and Development
Project Management
Value Stream Map
Kanban
Kaizen Events
Process Flow Diagrams
Data Analysis
Failure Mode & Effect Analysis
Continuous Improvement
Time Studies
Audits
Risk Management
Career Highlights
- Increased realization by implementing new lamination processes.
- Developed new manufacturing process resulting in 50% labor reduction.
- Entrusted to coordinate the transfer of classified parts.
- Granted Secret Level Clearance and SAP from the Department of Defense.
- Created a 10-page troubleshoot/repair manual to help reduce waste.
- Earned a place on Antelope Valley College's Dean's List and graduated with a 3.8 GPA at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University during a master's program.
Software
Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft Power BI
Microsoft Teams
Microsoft Project
Microsoft Outlook
Jira
Visio
SharePoint
Certification
CAPM - PMI
Affiliations
- Project Management Institute
Timeline
Production Engineer Liaison
General Atomics
05.2022 - Current
Advanced Programs Technician
General Atomics
04.2020 - 05.2022
Master of Science - Project Management
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
08.2019 - 05.2022
Sr. Composite Technician/Peer Inspector
General Atomics
07.2018 - 05.2022
Prototype Composite Fabricator II
Scaled Composites
10.2014 - 07.2018
Bachelor of Science - Technical Management
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Daytona Beach
01.2014 - 12.2018
Aircraft Technician
Lockheed Martin
06.2012 - 04.2014
Associate of Science - Aircraft Design
Antelope Valley College
06.2011 - 06.2012