Lucas Suddeth
Summary
Motivated problem-solver with years of demonstrated ability to lead, follow and serve in all aspects of operations. Transformational leader and organizational problem-solver with supervisory, team building and customer service skills. Experience stepping into roles and quickly making positive changes to drive company success. Focused on using training, monitoring and morale-building techniques to maximize employee engagement and performance.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Electrical SCA Technician
Northrop Grumman Corporation
01.2019 - Current
- Sold first asset within 3 weeks of hire (LVPS)
- Met customer needs 6 straight months; totaling 36 LVPS while maintaining zero QA errors
- Took open position in Modulator section by demonstrating self-proficiency, effective communication skills, and upholding a winning team culture
- Shark Tank" winner for innovative idea that cut labor, material, and part costs; was featured in ONE Magazine
- Co-Team Lead.
Elevator Mechanic
OTIS Elevator Corporation
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Successfully Modified 4 elevators, replaced machines, 2 story rise added
- Fully installed 3 Elevators: each 8 story rise; finished 200 hours under budget
- Recognized by head Contractor for demonstrating positive attitude and willingness to work with other trades to complete the tasks at hand.
Electronics and Electrical Technician
Lockheed Martin Corporation
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Wired 24 C-130 Mid fuselages with an average of 98% move rate, FY 2017
- Built the lowest 58J Model on ship 5841 at 1090 hours; Awarded SPOT Award
- Successfully wired first of its kind; the civilian LM100-J
- First flight May 25, 2017
- Led team stretches before work--ensured continued excellence in zero work mishaps
- Offered lead E&E Technician within 8 months of hire.
Integrated Avionics Systems Technician
United States Air Force (SSGT)
01.2011
- Guaranteed integrity on 34 assigned aircraft valued in excess of $10.9B
- Resolved 3-month radar issues rewiring power control system
- Modified 15 aircraft with new avionics hardware and software enabling heads up displays upgrade
- Solved sniper pod video anomaly; isolated w/ TDR test equipment /repaired faulty wire harness--saved the Air Force $180,000 in cost repairs
- Led and directed the work of the aircraft technicians for the inspection, calibration, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of aircraft systems
- Mentored 4 subordinates through career development, qualifying 300 core tasks
- Teamed with Lockheed Martin during deployment to prevent unnecessary part changes that would have cost upwards of $ 2M-- allowed 2,025 bombs to be put on target
- Operated and maintained avionics systems decreasing unscheduled maintenance 25%.
Education
Bachelors in Business Administration -
Southern New Hampshire University
Associates in Avionics Systems Technology -
Community College of the Air Force, Gunter Annex, AL
Skills
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Fork lift and crane qualified
- Comfortable around heavy machinery
- Proficient in wire maintenance
- Able to interpret hexadecimal software
- Competent in reading wire schematic
- Skilled at troubleshooting
- Familiar with Mil-Std 1553, Ethernet, USB, Electrical Multiplexing, Welding and fabricating
- Work Flow Planning
- Root Cause Analysis
- Workforce Training
- Data Analysis
- Risk Management
- Procedure Development
- Schedule Management
- Document Management
- Client Relations
- Quality Assurance and Control
- Forecasting
Awards
- Garnered recognition as Superior Maintenance Technician by Installation Commander; Coined during Green Flag TDY: 1 of 100 technicians
- Maintenance Professional of the Month, July 2015
- Airman of the Month, June 2013
- 6x Quality Assurance Honor Roll
Timeline
Electrical SCA Technician
Northrop Grumman Corporation
01.2019 - Current
Elevator Mechanic
OTIS Elevator Corporation
01.2018 - 01.2019
Electronics and Electrical Technician
Lockheed Martin Corporation
01.2017 - 01.2018
Integrated Avionics Systems Technician
United States Air Force (SSGT)
01.2011
Bachelors in Business Administration -
Southern New Hampshire University
Associates in Avionics Systems Technology -
Community College of the Air Force, Gunter Annex, AL