Joshua Flade
Cocoa
Summary
Reliable Technician with undeniable technical skills across multiple flight vehicles, with more than 10 years of experience. Proficient in manual and diagnostic tool operations. Punctual and friendly individual possessing excellent manual dexterity and always follows work instructions.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Launch Technician
SpaceX
06.2017 - 05.2022
- Stage, set up, assemble, flight hardware and test equipment per technical work instructions to support the final integration of a Falcon 9.
- Work closely with engineers and leadership to develop and implement operational improvements to reduce work hours per operation.
- Preformed and coordinated launch vehicle movements and integrated pressurized ground operations.
- Preformed inspections on the launch pad to facilitate a successful launch.
Flightline Mechanic
Untied States Marine Corps
09.2011 - 07.2016
- Preformed inspections, scheduled/unscheduled maintenance on a fleet of 16 CH-53E Super stallion helicopters.
- Removed, replaced and repaired flight critical components such as engines, drive shafts rotor heads and gear boxes.
- Prepared, troubleshot, and launched a daily flight schedule during high tempo operations.
- Used ground support equipment, such as aircraft tugs, overhead cranes and calibrated tools.
- Maintained a clean and organized workplace at all times.
Education
A&P -
Aviation Institute of Maintenance - Orlando
Casselberry, FLOrganizational Maintenance -
Center For Naval Aviation Technical Training (CNATT)
02.2012
Hazmat Certification -
Center For Naval Aviation Technical Training (CNATT)
02.2012
High School Diploma -
Heritage High School
06.2011
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Technical Drawing/Schematic Reading
- Multitasking and Organization
- Removal/Replacement of Flight Critical Components
- Troubleshooting
- Quality Assurance
Timeline
Launch Technician
SpaceX
06.2017 - 05.2022
Flightline Mechanic
Untied States Marine Corps
09.2011 - 07.2016
A&P -
Aviation Institute of Maintenance - Orlando
Organizational Maintenance -
Center For Naval Aviation Technical Training (CNATT)
Hazmat Certification -
Center For Naval Aviation Technical Training (CNATT)
High School Diploma -
Heritage High School