Newton Anderson
Costa Mesa,CA
Summary
Results-driven Structures Assembly Technician with extensive experience at SpaceX and Virgin Orbit, skilled in blueprint interpretation and quality inspection. Proven ability to enhance assembly efficiency and troubleshoot complex issues, contributing to timely project completion. Expertise in mechanical assembly and adhesive bonding techniques ensures high-quality outcomes in fast-paced environments.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Structures Assembly Technician
Virgin Orbit
Long Beach, CA
05.2016 - 04.2025
- Formed assemblies and subassemblies using basic and advanced tools.
- Operated various hand tools and power tools to assemble components.
- Verified the accuracy of assembly work using measuring instruments and gauges.
- Provided technical assistance with troubleshooting issues related to the assembly process.
- Maintained a clean working environment by adhering to safety protocols while performing tasks.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure that production goals were met within specified timeframes.
- Installed wiring harnesses and attached connectors to complete electrical assemblies.
Structures Assembly Technician
DZYNE Technologies
Irvine, CA
08.2023 - 03.2025
- Utilized a variety of fasteners including screws, bolts, rivets, clamps for proper installation of components.
- Operated various hand tools and power tools to assemble components.
- Read and interpreted blueprints to determine component parts needed for each assembly.
- Developed solutions for complex problems encountered during the assembly process.
- Maintained a clean working environment by adhering to safety protocols while performing tasks.
- Assisted in the development of assembly instructions and guidelines for new products.
- Interpreted technical drawings and schematics to accurately assemble components.
- Repaired damaged components by applying structural adhesive bonding techniques as well as mechanical fastening methods such as riveting, bolting, and screwing.
Composite Structures Assembly Technician
SpaceX
Hawthorne, CA
06.2009 - 05.2016
- Repaired damaged components by applying structural adhesive bonding techniques as well as mechanical fastening methods such as riveting, bolting, and screwing.
- Collaborated with engineers to develop prototype designs for SpaceX projects.
- Read and interpreted blueprints to determine component parts needed for each assembly.
- Identified areas where improvements could be made in order to increase efficiency, or reduce costs associated with the assembly process.
- Operated various hand tools and power tools to assemble components.
- Formed assemblies and subassemblies using basic and advanced tools.
Education
High School Diploma -
Woodbrige High School
Irvine, CA05-2001
Skills
- Assembly techniques
- Blueprint interpretation
- Electrical assembly
- Tool operation
- Quality inspection
- Troubleshooting issues
- Adhesive bonding
- Process improvement
- Mechanical assembly
- subassemblies
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Fastener installation
Timeline
Structures Assembly Technician
DZYNE Technologies
08.2023 - 03.2025
Senior Structures Assembly Technician
Virgin Orbit
05.2016 - 04.2025
Composite Structures Assembly Technician
SpaceX
06.2009 - 05.2016
High School Diploma -
Woodbrige High School
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