Justin McCray
Patrick Air Force Base
Summary
Dynamic, results-driven expert with comprehensive experience at SpaceX, focusing on quality assurance and technical training.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Final Integration Dragon Technician/ Authorized Overseer
Space Exploration Company (SpaceX)
FL
10.2022 - Current
- Performing high level maintenance, repair and authorized inspection to the Dragon Space Vehicle, Falcon Rocket, government and company satellite for flight and docking to the International Space Station.
- Performing high level maintenance, repair and Quality Inspection to the Dragon Space Vehicle, Falcon Rocket, government and company satellite for space flights and docking to the International Space Station.
- Responsible for building, maintaining and quality control critical component builds on the SpaceX Dragon Capsule.
- I have overseen 31 builds encompassing 46 super Draco installments, 36 critical landing legs, to include repairs to thermal protection systems.
- My efforts resulted in a 98 % calibration rate, 99% planned maintenance rate and 96% accuracy of all supply items.
- Authorized Overseer for all SpaceX within my scope.
- Established clear communication channels among team members to facilitate smooth collaboration during high-stakes projects.
Anti-terrorism Officer / Quality Inspector/ Aviation Maintenance Training Supervisor
VFA-137 Strike Fighter
CA
02.2021 - 10.2022
- Providing ready, trained, and educated forces to CVW-17 enabling sustained carrier-based air power projection.
- Drove professional growth of 195 military and civilian personnel as well as maintain physical safety of over 13 military aircraft.
- Maintained and oversaw VFA-137 Anti-Terrorism Policy Afloat and Ashore as well as training all 225 pilots in the deployment of their M11 service weapons.
- Operated and troubleshot aircraft special purpose computer systems and associated data busses; manipulate selections for aircraft master modes and displays; interpret display information for corrective maintenance; conduct aircraft stores management system component removal and installation procedures; operate and troubleshoot suspension and release mechanisms.
- Lead teams in basic electrical troubleshooting, mechanical systems maintenance, industrial safety, technical report writing and maintenance management.
- Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop their skills and advance in their careers.
- Maintained strict adherence to industry regulations, minimizing risk exposure for the organization.
- Enhanced communication between team members by organizing regular meetings and fostering open dialogue.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to address complex issues, leading to more efficient problem-solving processes.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined workflows, reduce redundancies and increasing operational efficiency.
- Delivered high-quality training programs, enhancing employee skill sets and contributing to professional development efforts.
- Utilized data-driven decision-making techniques to inform strategic planning processes and measure progress towards goals.
- Facilitated collaboration between departments, improving efficiency and effectiveness in handling cross-jurisdictional cases.
- Implemented feedback system from community, using insights to guide policing strategies and improve public relations.
- Developed and implemented strategic plans to address community concerns, fostering stronger relationships between force and public.
- Established protocols for handling sensitive information, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with legal standards.
- Conducted thorough investigations into complex cases, leading to successful resolution of numerous high-profile incidents.
- Managed departmental budgets effectively, ensuring optimal allocation of resources for necessary equipment and training.
- Enhanced public trust through community policing efforts, organizing and participating in public safety workshops.
Primary Master Training Instructor
Center for Security Forces
San Diego
08.2017 - 02.2021
- Leveraged expertise in training with over 1013 Instructor trainers, first responders, and security personnel.
- Delivered high-quality training programs, enhancing employee skill sets and contributing to professional development efforts.
- Utilized data-driven decision-making techniques to inform strategic planning processes and measure progress towards goals.
- Facilitated collaboration between departments, improving efficiency and effectiveness in handling cross-jurisdictional cases.
- Implemented feedback system from community, using insights to guide policing strategies and improve public relations.
- Developed and implemented strategic plans to address community concerns, fostering stronger relationships between force and public.
- Established protocols for handling sensitive information, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with legal standards.
- Conducted thorough investigations into complex cases, leading to successful resolution of numerous high-profile incidents.
- Managed departmental budgets effectively, ensuring optimal allocation of resources for necessary equipment and training.
- Enhanced public trust through community policing efforts, organizing and participating in public safety workshops.
Quality Assurance/ Safe For Flight Inspector/ Maintenance Supervisor/ Maintenance Trainer
VFA-102 Strike Fighter
CA
08.2015 - 08.2017
- Held responsibility for training military personnel in firefighting. Small arms and general naval curriculum.
- Educated, trained, and managed cases for all tenant commands, civilians, military, and Japanese personnel attached to the base.
- Managed the unit’s tool control, calibration, supply and logistical program.
- Operated and troubleshot aircraft special purpose computer systems and associated data busses; manipulate selections for aircraft master modes and displays; interpret display information for corrective maintenance; conduct aircraft stores management system component removal and installation procedures; and operate and troubleshoot suspension and release mechanisms.
- Lead teams in basic electrical troubleshooting, mechanical systems maintenance, safety, technical report writing and maintenance management.
- Delivered high-quality training programs, enhancing employee skill sets and contributing to professional development efforts.
- Utilized data-driven decision-making techniques to inform strategic planning processes and measure progress towards goals.
- Facilitated collaboration between departments, improving efficiency and effectiveness in handling cross-jurisdictional cases.
- Implemented feedback system from community, using insights to guide policing strategies and improve public relations.
- Developed and implemented strategic plans to address community concerns, fostering stronger relationships between force and public.
- Established protocols for handling sensitive information, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with legal standards.
- Conducted thorough investigations into complex cases, leading to successful resolution of numerous high-profile incidents.
- Managed departmental budgets effectively, ensuring optimal allocation of resources for necessary equipment and training.
- Enhanced public trust through community policing efforts, organizing and participating in public safety workshops.
Quality Assurance Officer of Aviation Maintenance and Ordnance
Naval Munitions Command Misawa
Misawa
08.2013 - 08.2015
- Held responsibility for leading teams in the meticulous maintenance of underwater torpedoes and air assets.
- Oversaw the daily operations of the only torpedo shop in mainland Japan.
- Led routine operations and controlled the command budget of approximately 560K annually.
- Served as the liaison for Misawa Air Force Base, US Navy, and the Japanese authorities as part of the Misawa Emergency Operations Command.
- Quality Assurance Officer/Safety Observer over all ammunitions and small arms evolutions for naval command Misawa.
- Led teams in diagnosing and repairing highly complex target detecting devices by reading and interpreting blue prints.
- Forklift and Explosive Driver Instructor.
- Assisted in leading Naval Security Forces training and cross training of Japanese Security forces.
- Controlled the command’s Arms, Ammunition and Explosive program and routine explosive safety and physical security inspections.
Armory Non-Commissioned Officer- In-Charge
USS Bonhomme Richard
Sasebo
07.2010 - 08.2013
- Held responsibility for training military personnel in force protection tactics.
- Educated, trained, and managed cases for all tenant commands, civilians, military, and Japanese personnel attached to the base.
- Led routine armory operations and controlled the command’s Arms, Ammunition and Explosive program.
- Served ship’s primary range safety officer and small arms instructor up to .50 Caliber weapons.
- One of 7th Fleet’s primary antiterrorism training instructors and training supervisors.
- Quality Assurance Officer/Safety Observer over all ammunitions and small arms evolutions for the USS Bonhomme Richard.
- Security Chief of the Guard.
- Managed commands Small Arm's qualification program in addition Arms Ammunitions and Explosives and Physical Security Program.
Education
High School Diploma -
Corona Senior High
Corona, CAEmergency Medical Technician LV 1 -
National University
La Jolla, CASkills
- Authorized Overseer
- Crane Operator
- Technical Trainer
- Forklift Instructor
- Test Technician
- Calibration Manager
- Planned Maintenance Manager
- Certified Post-Secondary Instructor
- Master Training Specialist
- Resiliency Based Leadership Professional
- Emergency Medical Technician Level-I
- Small Arm Marksmanship Instructor
- Range Safety Officer Instructor
- Aviation Quality Assurance Officer
- Calibration Quality Assurance Representative
- Industrial Safety Quality Representative
- Technical troubleshooting
- System calibration
- Safety compliance
- Project management
- Team collaboration
- Process improvement
- Analytical/Scientific software
- Deadline oriented
- Installation and repair
- Risk mitigation
Timeline
Final Integration Dragon Technician/ Authorized Overseer
Space Exploration Company (SpaceX)
10.2022 - Current
Anti-terrorism Officer / Quality Inspector/ Aviation Maintenance Training Supervisor
VFA-137 Strike Fighter
02.2021 - 10.2022
Primary Master Training Instructor
Center for Security Forces
08.2017 - 02.2021
Quality Assurance/ Safe For Flight Inspector/ Maintenance Supervisor/ Maintenance Trainer
VFA-102 Strike Fighter
08.2015 - 08.2017
Quality Assurance Officer of Aviation Maintenance and Ordnance
Naval Munitions Command Misawa
08.2013 - 08.2015
Armory Non-Commissioned Officer- In-Charge
USS Bonhomme Richard
07.2010 - 08.2013
High School Diploma -
Corona Senior High
Emergency Medical Technician LV 1 -
National University
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