Maurice Smartt
Huntsville,AL
Summary
Detail-oriented Aerospace Technician with a strong focus on quality control, troubleshooting, and team collaboration. Committed to implementing process improvements and training new technicians for the success of the department and the company.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Aerospace Technician III
Beyond Gravity
Trinity, Alabama
06.2025 - Current
- Assembled aerospace components following detailed blueprints and specifications.
- Collaborated with engineers to troubleshoot technical issues during assembly processes.
- Assisted in training new technicians on equipment use and safety protocols.
- Implemented best practices for quality control throughout the production line.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss workflow improvements and project updates.
- Assisted in the installation of new or modified components in Payload Fairings.
- Performed troubleshooting activities to identify issues with instrumentation.
- Reviewed work orders and discussed with supervisors.
- Disassembled units and inspected parts for wear with micrometers, calipers and gauges.
- Inspected and verified dimensions and clearances of parts to verify conformance to factory specifications.
Lead Aerospace Technician TurboMachinery III
Blue Origin LLC
Huntsville, Alabama
06.2022 - 05.2025
- Assembled components for rocket systems using precision tools and techniques.
- Collaborated with engineers to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues effectively.
- Maintained documentation of repair activities and maintenance schedules accurately.
- Operated specialized machinery for assembly and testing of aerospace components.
- Assisted in the development of process improvements for assembly workflows.
- Trained new technicians on safety protocols and operational procedures thoroughly.
- Supported quality control efforts by performing detailed inspections of finished products.
- Replaced worn or defective parts using hand tools and power tools.
- Performed maintenance and servicing of Turbopumps.
- Performed troubleshooting activities to identify issues with Turbopumps and engine.
- Assisted in the installation of new or modified components on Turbopumps.
- Tested instruments, equipment, and components to ensure functionality and safety requirements using Helium and Nitrogen.
- Maintained records of parts used in repair work and labor times required for each job.
- Reviewed work orders and discussed with supervisors.
- Executed corrosion control and inspection duties with minimal supervision.
- Supervised and completed flight line foreign object prevention walks.
- Improved function of engines by removing and replacing defective instrumentation.
- Disassembled and overhauled internal combustion engines, pumps and generators.
- Build Turbo Pumps in cleanroom.
- MainTurbo Pump
- Spin Start
- Oxygen Boost Pump
- Balanced Parts on Schenck Machine
Lead Mechanical Assembly Technician
Structure Medical LLC
Madison, Alabama
05.2017 - 05.2022
- Assembled complex mechanical components following detailed assembly instructions.
- Operated hand and power tools to complete assembly tasks efficiently.
- Inspected assembled products for quality and compliance with specifications.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot assembly line issues promptly.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace to support safety standards.
- Trained new technicians on assembly processes and safety protocols.
- Documented assembly processes and maintained accurate records of work performed.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.
- Adjusted machine settings according to product specifications.
- Calibrated tools and machinery in accordance with safety protocols.
- Performed routine maintenance on machinery to ensure proper functioning.
- Read blueprints and schematics to understand assembly requirements.
- Utilized safety measures when operating power tools and heavy machinery.
- Set up production lines to maximize efficiency and minimize downtime.
- Repaired defective parts as necessary during the assembly process.
- Operated manual or automated tools such as hand grinders, drills, presses .
- Assembled and tested mechanical components to meet customer specifications.
- Worked closely with engineering staff to improve existing designs.
- Documented errors and quality issues for engineering department.
- Performed finishing work such as deburring, painting and polishing.
- Assisted in the design of fixtures and jigs to improve assembly efficiency and quality.
- Laid out and drilled, tapped or cut parts for assembly.
Production Technician
Structure Medical LLC
Madison, Alabama
12.2016 - 04.2017
- Operated machinery to assemble medical devices efficiently and accurately.
- Assisted in the assembly, installation, repair, testing and calibration of medical devices.
- Tested repaired or newly installed medical devices for proper functioning prior to returning them to service.
- Inspected incoming medical devices for damage prior to processing them for reuse or disposal.
- Fabricated instruments according to customer requirements.
- Performed Sand Blasting to customer requirements.
- Electropolish medical devices to drawing specifications.
- Laserpart Mark medical devices.
- Laserweld medical instruments.
- Run Heat Treat ovens.
- Run Chemical Process Line.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Business Management
Calhoun Community College
Tanner, AL07-2026
Skills
- Mechanical assembly
- Process improvement
- Quality control
- Technical troubleshooting
- Team collaboration
- Training and development
- Propulsion systems
- Pneumatic systems repair
- Ground support equipment
- Instrumentation calibration
- Composite Materials
- Hazardous materials handling
- Aerospace engineering principles
- Precision assembly
- Turbine Engines
- Clean Room Certified
- AS9100
- ISO 13485
- Turbopumps
- OSHA 10
- Attention to detail
- Goal setting
- Decision-making
- Torque and Torque Multipliers
- Forklift Operator
- Crane Operator
- Manual Mill
- Manual Lathe
- Lean Manufacturing
- Drill Press
- Continuous Improvement
- Power Tools
- Micrometers
- Calipers
- Tesa Height Gage
- CMM Operator
- Hand Tools
Timeline
Aerospace Technician III
Beyond Gravity
06.2025 - Current
Lead Aerospace Technician TurboMachinery III
Blue Origin LLC
06.2022 - 05.2025
Lead Mechanical Assembly Technician
Structure Medical LLC
05.2017 - 05.2022
Production Technician
Structure Medical LLC
12.2016 - 04.2017
Some College (No Degree) - Business Management
Calhoun Community College