Landon Ray
Justin,Texas
Summary
Detail-oriented machinist with a strong foundation in operating and maintaining precision machinery, complemented by extensive experience in machining and blueprint interpretation. Recognized for consistently producing high-quality components that meet stringent specifications and tolerances. Committed to enhancing production efficiency and fostering team collaboration to drive successful outcomes in fast-paced manufacturing environments. Proven track record of problem-solving and adapting to evolving technological advancements in the machining industry.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Experimental Process Machinist
Bell Flight/ Bell Helicopter
03.2025 - 06.2025
- Collaborated with engineers to develop and optimize manufacturing processes for prototype transmission and gearbox components, reducing setup time by 15% and improving part quality compliance to ±0.0002" tolerances.
- Set up and operated internal, external, center less, universal, and surface grinders, executing complex tapers, steps, recesses, shoulders, contours, and threads with precision, achieving zero rework on experimental parts over six months.
- Performed gear cutting, gear grinding, surface grinding, and thread grinding on spiral bevel, helical, and hypoid gears for aerospace and power transmission assemblies, ensuring all parts met ITAR-controlled specifications and industry quality standards.
- Executed complete CNC and manual machine setups, including tooling, fixtures, offsets, and integrated tool management systems, improving production efficiency by 20% while maintaining strict adherence to engineering tolerances.
- Interpreted engineering drawings, 3D models, and change orders, identifying potential process bottlenecks and implementing corrective actions that reduced machining cycle time by 10% on prototype components.
Machinist
Entegris-Poco graphite
01.2025 - 03.2025
- Operated vertical lathe machinery to produce high-precision aerospace and transmission components, consistently achieving tolerances of ±0.0001–0.0002 inches, resulting in zero rejected parts over multiple prototype runs.
- Programmed and ran CNC lathe operations while performing in-process and final inspections using Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM), improving inspection efficiency by 20% and ensuring full compliance with engineering specifications.
- Conducted quality control checks on machined parts using precision measuring instruments, identifying potential defects early and implementing corrective actions that reduced rework by 15%.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to troubleshoot machining and measurement challenges, developing process improvements that enhanced component accuracy and accelerated prototype completion timelines.
- Maintained strict adherence to ITAR, safety, and quality standards, mentoring junior machinists on precision machining techniques, CMM operation, and best practices in high-tolerance environments.
Production Associate Machinist
Raytheon Manufacturing
10.2019 - 10.2023
- Set up and operated CNC and manual machining equipment to produce complex components, ensuring adherence to blueprint specifications and tight tolerances for high-precision aerospace applications.
- Utilized PC-DMIS and precision measuring tools to perform in-process and final inspections, verifying dimensional accuracy and improving part quality compliance.
- Interpreted engineering drawings and job instructions to plan and execute machining operations efficiently, gaining hands-on experience with diverse materials and complex part geometries.
Machinist
CTR inc
Carrollton, TX
06.2018 - 09.2019
- Set up and operated 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC mills to machine complex aerospace parts, including beams, ribs, stringers, and mechanical components, meeting tight tolerances and precise finishes.
- Managed tools and cutters using pre-setters, verification, and heat-shrink holders to extend tool life, improve surface finish, and increase cutting efficiency on aluminum and metals like Inconel and titanium.
- Used Renishaw probes and pallet-changing machines to measure and position parts accurately on large-capacity CNC mills (up to 120" length), ensuring parts met engineering specifications.
Education
Cnc Machinists Certificate -
Tarrant County College
Texas02.2026
Skills
- Aerospace Industry
- CNC Machinist
- Quality Control
- Machine Setup and Operation
- Manual Machining
- Vertical Lathes
- Horizontal Boring Machines
- Press Brake
- Hand Tools
- Electric Tools
- De-burring
- Precision Measurement
- Manual Inspection Devices
- Electronic Inspection Devices
- In-Process Inspection
- Blueprint Reading
- Engineering Drawings
- Manufacturing Instructions
- Prototyping
- Intermediate Computer Skills
- Heavy Equipment
- Machine Tools
- Material Handling
- Horizontal Boring Machine
- Cylindrical Grinder
- Assembly of components / mechanical assembly
- Lathe operation
- Troubleshooting
Timeline
Experimental Process Machinist
Bell Flight/ Bell Helicopter
03.2025 - 06.2025
Machinist
Entegris-Poco graphite
01.2025 - 03.2025
Production Associate Machinist
Raytheon Manufacturing
10.2019 - 10.2023
Machinist
CTR inc
06.2018 - 09.2019
Cnc Machinists Certificate -
Tarrant County College