MATTEO RIGATONI
West Haven,CT
Summary
Seasoned U.S. Marine Corps combat veteran and special operations expert with a Top Secret/SCI Clearance. Extensive experience in maintenance, mechanics, steel production, and private security contracting. Proven leadership in high-stress environments, skilled in cross-cultural training, tactical operations, and complex mechanical systems maintenance. Highly adaptable with a consistent track record of exceeding expectations.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Technician / Steel & Mechanical Specialist
Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin Company
03.2026 - Current
- Maintain and repair advanced machinery used in the production of military and commercial helicopters.
- Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues using diagnostic tools and schematics.
- Perform maintenance in compliance with FAA, DoD, and company standards.
- Collaborate on classified and non-classified systems with cross-functional teams.
Industrial Mechanic / Maintenance Technician
In-Line Plastics
10.2025 - 03.2026
- Maintained and repaired high-speed plastic container production machinery.
- Performed preventative maintenance and emergency repairs.
- Installed and optimized machinery to FDA and OSHA standards.
Machine Operator / Maintenance
Olympic Steel
11.2023 - 10.2025
- Operated and maintained cutters and forming machines for specialty metals.
- Performed inspections using precision tools and maintained high purity standards.
- Handled motor heater updates and electrical troubleshooting.
Entry-Level Steel Production
AMETEK Specialty Metal Products
06.2022 - 08.2023
- Produced high-purity strips and wires from specialized alloys.
- Operated cranes and handled production machinery.
Entry-Level Steel Production
Wieland Rolled Products North America
08.2022 - 02.2023
- Processed and shaped wire from copper, brass, nickel, and titanium.
- Performed dimensional inspections and quality checks.
Steel Production Worker
Curtis Delivery – Amazon
11.2021 - 01.2022
- Supported alloy production and repositioned materials with overhead cranes.
On-Road Supervisor / HR Assistant
UPS
09.2020 - 09.2021
- Supervised 40+ drivers, led training, and managed HR tasks.
- Improved logistics performance through real-time coaching.
Delivery Driver
ACADEMI (Blackwater)
06.2016 - 09.2020
- Delivered packages and managed logistics in high-volume routes.
- Handled customer service and completed pre-trip inspections.
Private Security Contractor
U.S. Marine Corps – MARSOC
07.2016 - 11.2019
- Provided armed protection for government and private contracts.
- Responded to emergencies and coordinated with law enforcement.
Special Operations Raider
U.S. Marine Corps – 3rd Battalion, 8th Marines
01.2006 - 06.2016
- Directed joint tactical air operations on over 50 missions.
- Trained Lebanese SOF in combat leadership and planning.
Infantry Rifleman / Squad Leader
U.S. Marine Corps
06.2002 - 01.2006
- Led patrols and mentored Afghan security forces across 100+ missions.
- Coordinated tactical fire support and secured high-risk zones.
Education
M.D. - Criminal Justice, Minor in Forensic Science
University of New Haven
West Haven, CTB.A. - Psychology
Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NHCertificate Program - undefined
Sonoran Desert Institute
Tempe, AZSkills
- Mechanical & Electrical Troubleshooting
- Steel & Alloy Processing
- Military Training & Instruction
- Leadership & Team Mentoring
- Hydraulics & Pneumatics Systems
- Aerospace Equipment Maintenance
- MS Office Suite & PLC Interfaces
- Crane & Industrial Equipment Operation
- Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance
- Arabic & Chinese Language Proficiency
Timeline
Maintenance Technician / Steel & Mechanical Specialist
Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin Company
03.2026 - Current
Industrial Mechanic / Maintenance Technician
In-Line Plastics
10.2025 - 03.2026
Machine Operator / Maintenance
Olympic Steel
11.2023 - 10.2025
Entry-Level Steel Production
Wieland Rolled Products North America
08.2022 - 02.2023
Entry-Level Steel Production
AMETEK Specialty Metal Products
06.2022 - 08.2023
Steel Production Worker
Curtis Delivery – Amazon
11.2021 - 01.2022
On-Road Supervisor / HR Assistant
UPS
09.2020 - 09.2021
Private Security Contractor
U.S. Marine Corps – MARSOC
07.2016 - 11.2019
Delivery Driver
ACADEMI (Blackwater)
06.2016 - 09.2020
Special Operations Raider
U.S. Marine Corps – 3rd Battalion, 8th Marines
01.2006 - 06.2016
Infantry Rifleman / Squad Leader
U.S. Marine Corps
06.2002 - 01.2006
M.D. - Criminal Justice, Minor in Forensic Science
University of New Haven
B.A. - Psychology
Southern New Hampshire University
Certificate Program - undefined
Sonoran Desert Institute
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