Kaleb Nicklas
Newburypark,CA
Summary
Resourceful Engineering Technician with expertise in troubleshooting, technical support, and process improvement. Specialize in the installation and fabrication of aftermarket parts, ensuring high-quality and timely delivery. Known for leadership skills that drive team collaboration and success in fast-paced environments. Excel in problem-solving, adaptability, and optimizing processes to enhance project execution and innovation. Proven ability to lead teams, manage complex tasks, and continuously improve workflows for seamless operations and outstanding results.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Engineering Technician
NAVAIRWARCENWPNDIV POINT MUGU. NBVC POINT MUGU
Pt Mugu
09.2020 - Current
- - Contribute to the design and testing processes to create new manufacturing techniques supporting advanced parts and materials production
- Design, develop, and integrate specialized configurations for advanced aerial targets- Repair and modify BQM 74, BQM 34, BQM 177, BQM 107, and BQM 167, as well as apply aerospace coatings- Experience working with Local Engineering Change and Standard Operating Procedures
- Calibrate and maintain engineering instruments for accurate measurements and testing results
- Experience in the development and installation of special aftermarket augmentation subsystems to enhance target effectiveness in areas of command, flight control, and recovery systems
- Collaborate with engineers to ensure accuracy in specifications, tolerances, and safety requirements- Coordinate with team members and engineers to ensure timely completion of research and development projects
- Manage limited resources effectively to meet project deadlines- Schedule, plan, and execute operations at the floor, operations, and developmental levels
- Lead day-to-day operations, providing tasking to ensure tasks are met
- Train team members on operations, procedures, and technical tasks
- Coordinate mission logistics with multiple agencies and branches of the Department of Defense
- Lead planning and execution of missions, ensuring mission requirements are met
- Regularly meet with team members and supervisors to discuss upcoming missions
- Organize and maintain records, logs, inventories, and materials
- Responsible for keeping records, logs, inventories, and handling materials
- Work closely with team members to achieve project objectives
- Collaborate with senior engineers to design, develop, and integrate aftermarket aerial target configurations
- Assist in the design and test process to develop new manufacturing techniques for advanced parts and materials
- Collaborate on design and engineering projects to ensure accuracy in specifications, tolerances, and safety requirements
- Work with technical correspondence and documentation for content accuracy and consistency
- Lead planning and execution of projects, ensuring mission completion from organization to mission requirements
- Assist in the design, development, and implementation of new engineering projects- Collaborate with engineers to ensure accuracy in specifications, tolerances, and safety requirements
Engineering Technician
SA-TECH
Pt Mugu , CA
04.2019 - 09.2020
- Assist in developing solutions for aftermarket aerial target development
- Participate in the design process to complete complex fabrication tasks
- Utilize Cutworks software to create advanced parts
- Support the engineering process by documenting design and manufacturing instructions
- Repair aircraft parts using composite materials
- Fix damaged metal, composite, and mechanical components
- Work with technical correspondence and documentation to ensure content accuracy and consistency
- Responsible for the safe disposal and handling of highly hazardous chemicals
- Work with engineering drawings, specifications, and manufacturing instructions to fabricate and assemble composite and metal parts
- Collaborate with engineers to ensure accuracy in specifications, tolerances, and safety requirements
- Assist in the design, development, and implementation of new engineering projects
- Assist in the design and test process to develop new manufacturing techniques for advanced parts and materials
- Collaborate on design and engineering projects to ensure accuracy in specifications, tolerances, and safety requirements
- Work with technical correspondence and documentation for content accuracy and consistency
- Lead planning and execution of projects, ensuring mission completion from organization to mission requirements
- Assist in the design, development, and implementation of new engineering projects
- Collaborate with engineers to ensure accuracy in specifications, tolerances, and safety requirements
Utilities Man 3rdclass Petty Officer U.S Navy
U.S Navy
Port Hueneme, California
04.2014 - 04.2019
- scheduling, and managing detailed technical work for Navy Expeditionary Warfare Command, ensuring efficient execution of complex projects.
- Proficient in maintaining records, logs, inventories, and generating detailed reports to ensure operational accuracy and compliance.
- Experienced in the storage, treatment, care, and handling of materials, ensuring safety and adherence to regulations.
- Skilled in interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, and manufacturing instructions to ensure precise completion of tasks and projects.
- Aided engineering teams by documenting design and manufacturing instructions, streamlining the engineering process.
- Managed a $214K project valued at 514 man-days, conducting 108 safety briefs and inspections with zero safety incidents, ensuring on-time project completion.
- Demonstrated strong leadership as the lead plumber for a humanitarian construction project in Takeo Province, Cambodia, successfully guiding a diverse team.
- Saved $3,000 in labor costs by completing 22+ maintenance work orders during a deployment to Sasebo, Japan, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Implemented creative logistics solutions, managing tools and equipment valued at $52K during deployment in Cambodia, optimizing resource utilization.
- Led a Bravo company fire team, overseeing a diverse group of subordinates, fostering teamwork and achieving mission objectives.
- Collaborated with engineers to conduct field tests and deliver creative solutions, ensuring the timely completion of pre-engineered building projects.
- Served as a safety supervisor for multiple global expeditionary projects, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and risk mitigation.
- Proficient in creating project-engineered drawings to ensure alignment with the project scope, meeting technical and operational requirements.
- Maintained combat readiness and performed essential tasks in combat, disaster preparedness, and recovery operations, demonstrating resilience and adaptability.
- Skilled in plumbing and HVAC maintenance, including the installation, operation, and repair of heating, ventilation, air conditioning systems, and composite piping.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Management
University of La Verne
La Verne, CA10-2022
Skills
- Leadership
- Project Management
- Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Communication
- Operations
- Resource Management
- Planning
- Quality Assurance
- Technical Expertise
- Engineering
- Manufacturing
- Process Improvement
- Systems Integration
- Cost Management
- Safety
- Compliance
- Documentation
- Training
- Design
- Aerospace
- Calibration
- Logistics
- Fabrication
- Composite Repair
- HVAC
- Maintenance
- Inventory Management
- Facilities Management
- Cost Management
Timeline
Engineering Technician
NAVAIRWARCENWPNDIV POINT MUGU. NBVC POINT MUGU
09.2020 - Current
Engineering Technician
SA-TECH
04.2019 - 09.2020
Utilities Man 3rdclass Petty Officer U.S Navy
U.S Navy
04.2014 - 04.2019
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Management
University of La Verne