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Manuel D Catala

Homestead

Summary

Accomplished Assembly Technician with a proven track record at Collins Aerospace Systems, showcasing leadership and expertise in troubleshooting. Excelled in maintaining high-quality standards and achieving IPC J-STD-001G solder certification. Demonstrates creative problem-solving and strong teamwork abilities, ensuring operational excellence and compliance in aviation maintenance.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

CSD TECHNICIAN

Silver Wings Aerospace
07.2023 - Current
  • Disassembled, cleaned, inspected, quoted, repaired, and reassembled various IDG and CSD part numbers in accordance with the latest revision and technical documentation available to achieve a quality product in a timely manner.
  • Supported continuous improvement initiatives, implementing Lean Manufacturing principles within the workspace.
  • Consistently met or exceeded production targets by maintaining a focused and efficient work approach.
  • Worked directly with QA personnel to identify and correct defects.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting and resolving issues during the assembly process, minimizing delays in production schedules.
  • Achieved consistent quality control by rigorously adhering to inspection protocols.
  • Supported product development, contributing ideas for design improvements during assembly.

Assembly Technician

Collins Aerospace Systems
09.2021 - 07.2023
  • Disassembled, cleaned, inspected, ordered replacement parts, and reassembled the 737NG Integrated Drive Generators in accordance with the latest revision and technical documentation available to achieve a quality product in a timely manner.
  • Acted as the tooling champion for my department. Maintaining, replacing, and tracking all of the tooling and calibrated equipment needed for the department to accomplish production goals.
  • Achieved IPC J-STD-001G solder certification to reworked, repair, adjust ,and assemble cable harnesses and solder connectors ensuring they meet CMM and IPC standards.

Lead Assembly Technician

AAR Landing Gear Services
06.2019 - 09.2021
  • Maintained good stock levels, counted parts and requested additional supplies.
  • Inspected all work for quality and compliance with design standards.
  • Trained 5 assemblers and provided adequate knowledge about assembly and quality processes.
  • Kept work areas organized, tidy and clean for maximum productivity.
  • Recognized and reported defective material and equipment to shift supervisor.
  • Repainted and precisely touched-up components and assemblies.
  • Planned and paced work efficiently in order to meet daily, weekly, project or production goals.
  • Assigned and oversaw daily production schedules to 7 employees.
  • Performed assembly of landing gears according to specifications and instructions.

Aviation Maintenance Technician

Tropic Ocean Airways
12.2018 - 06.2019
  • Inspected equipment, systems and components for operational readiness and compliance with standards.
  • Calculated aircraft weight and balance, performance and fuel requirements.
  • Scheduled and completed maintenance according to or ahead of schedule.
  • Maintained up-to-date and accurate logs and permanent records.
  • Removed and installed aircraft subsystem assemblies such as engines, avionics , and mechanical flight controls.

Education

N/A - Powerplant I - II

Hialeah Gardens Senior High
11700 Hialeah Gardens Blvd, Hialeah Gardens, FL 33018

Skills

  • Leadership
  • Knowledge of aircraft hardware and materials and processes
  • Military maintenance requirements
  • Creative problem solving
  • Expertise in troubleshooting
  • Works well in team environments
  • Strong research skills
  • Adaptable Learner
  • Repairing components
  • Outstanding Attendance
  • Assembly and Production
  • Safe Work Practices

Timeline

CSD TECHNICIAN

Silver Wings Aerospace
07.2023 - Current

Assembly Technician

Collins Aerospace Systems
09.2021 - 07.2023

Lead Assembly Technician

AAR Landing Gear Services
06.2019 - 09.2021

Aviation Maintenance Technician

Tropic Ocean Airways
12.2018 - 06.2019

N/A - Powerplant I - II

Hialeah Gardens Senior High
Manuel D Catala