Jonathon Otto
Paramount,CA
Summary
Aerospace propulsion technician with nearly 20 years of hands-on experience in precision assembly, high-pressure testing, and troubleshooting of complex fluid systems and engine-related components. Experienced in hydrostatic proof testing and pneumatic leak checks using nitrogen and hydraulic fluid in AS9100 and military-regulated environments. Known for maintaining zero-defect quality standards while improving throughput in high-spec manufacturing settings.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Production Test Technician
Hydraflow
Fullerton, CA
01.2022 - Current
- Performed high-pressure hydrostatic and pneumatic testing on aerospace valve assemblies using nitrogen and hydraulic fluid, validating structural integrity, leak rates, and performance under stringent specification requirements.
- Recovered approximately 3 hours of daily test throughput by optimizing downtime procedures, increasing efficiency across pressure and flow testing operations.
Assembly / Test Technician
Moog
Torrance, CA
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Assembled and tested aircraft subassemblies in strict accordance with engineering drawings and technical work instructions.
- Partnered with engineering to improve assembly accuracy and first-pass yield, reducing rework and strengthening component reliability.
- Trained junior technicians on testing methodologies and equipment operation, enhancing team performance.
Assembly / Test Technician
Parker-Hannifin
Irvine, CA
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Resolved recurring test procedure issue, reducing parts costs by 8 percent and labor time by 10 percent in high-pressure testing environments.
- Supported urgent Aircraft-On-Ground repairs, executing rapid diagnostics and corrective actions under compressed timelines.
Power Plants Mechanic / Tool Control Manager
United States Marine Corps
Yuma, AZ
01.2007 - 01.2012
- Spearheaded lean process improvements saving more than 800 man-hours monthly across maintenance and engine support operations.
- Directed calibration and tool control programs, achieving top audit scores with zero discrepancies.
Education
Business Administration
Cerritos College
Norwalk, CA01.2017
Powerplant Mechanic Training
Naval Aviation Technical Training Center
Pensacola, FL01.2008
Skills
- High-Pressure Hydrostatic Testing
- Pneumatic Leak Checks
- Nitrogen & Hydraulic Fluid Test Media
- Valve Assembly & Testing
- Fluid System Troubleshooting
- Engineering Drawing Interpretation
- Precision Measurement & Instrumentation
- Lean / 5S Manufacturing
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Quality & Compliance Standards
- Quality control
- Equipment calibration
Certification
- Hydrostatic & Pneumatic Test Equipment
- AS9100 & ISO 9001 Standards
- SAP
- Weld Inspection Certification
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
Timeline
Production Test Technician
Hydraflow
01.2022 - Current
Assembly / Test Technician
Moog
01.2020 - 01.2022
Assembly / Test Technician
Parker-Hannifin
01.2018 - 01.2020
Power Plants Mechanic / Tool Control Manager
United States Marine Corps
01.2007 - 01.2012
Business Administration
Cerritos College
Powerplant Mechanic Training
Naval Aviation Technical Training Center
Awards
Navy Achievement Medal - Exceptional NAVAIR Audit inspection of Tool Management Program
Navy Achievement Medal - New procedure development for Rolls Royce F402B Turbojet engine