Noel Russell
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
To obtain a secure position in Aerospace as an inspector where I can expand my knowledge, skills and experience in aerospace with the opportunity for growth and advancement within the company.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Composite Mechanic
Alstom Transport (Metrolink)
Los Angeles, CA
08.2022 - Current
- Troubleshot hydraulic and pneumatic systems to meet designed specifications
- Followed specifications to repair and replace train valves and safety devices on rail equipment.
- Performed hydraulic and pneumatic methods to validate structural integrity of finished products.
- Assisted in development of new composite products by contributing technical expertise during design reviews.
- Inspecting, servicing and repairing rail equipment, both locomotive and Cab car.
- Maintained accurate documentation of production records, ensuring traceability and compliance with industry standards.
Level 3 Composite Technician/P.O.C
SpaceX
10.2012 - 07.2021
- Responsible for delegating work to technicians based on production schedule
- Responsible for training apprentices in workmanship and reading drawings
- Authorized Overseer, inspected the work of other technicians for Quality and FOD conformance to drawing specifications
- Responsible for process improvements of the shop floor; Shadow tool set, Desk ergonomics
- Responsible for the Safety and cleanliness of the shop floor
- Skilled in Ply Layup, Laser location setup, Core Chamfering, Research and Development analysis
- Responsible for maintaining tooling inventory
- Lead the development of new production processes.
- Inspection on hand layered carbon fiber production parts using micrometers and feeler Gauges
Airframe Tech
San Bernardino Airport
01.2012 - 03.2012
- Repaired composite material, cabin and fuselage
- Inspections on Engine panels
- Cleaned and packaged parts and panels
- Removed panels for inspection and repair
- Use of basic hand tools and pneumatic tools.
Level 2 Laminator
HITCO Carbon Composites
10.2008 - 04.2009
- Handled timed sensitive material
- Constructed fiberglass panels under Boeing contract
- Trained in using laser outline table
- Prepared table for wet lay and pre-preg fiberglass material
- Followed quality procedures.
AM (Aviation Structural Mechanic)
United State Navy
01.2003 - 08.2006
- Maintained aircraft landing gear system, brakes and related pneumatic systems, reservoir pressurization, emergency actuating devices, pumps, valves, regulators, cylinders, lines and fittings
- Crew Leader of 12 Civilian Mechanics responsible for their safety and task diligence
- Responsible for 4 military Helicopters and Harriers
- Remove, repair and replaced aircraft fuselage, wings, fixed and movable surfaces, airfoils, regular seats, wheels and tires, controls and mechanisms at military standards
- Involved in 2 separate Deployment tours where I maintained the readiness and safety of the aircraft and personnel on the flight deck
- My Aircrew performed numerous in-flight duties and operated on aircraft systems in turbojet, helicopter
- Performed Watch duties over stocked equipment.
Education
Certificate -
A-School (U.S NAVY)
Pensacola, FLCertificate -
Redstone College of Aviation
Los Angeles, CA01.2009
Diploma -
Washington Prep. High School
Los Angeles, CA01.2003
Skills
- United States Navy AM (Aviation Structural Mechanic)
- 18 months of classroom and hands on training at Redstone Aviation College
- Inspect, removes and replace components of hydraulic systems
- Maintenance on aircraft fuselage, wings airfoils, fixed and moveable surfaces and flight controls
- Remove, repair and replace aircraft fuselage, regular seats, wheels and tires
- Remove, install and rig aircraft flight control surfaces
- Fabricate and assemble metal components and make minor repairs to aircraft skin
- Install rivets and metal fasteners
- Fabricate repairs for composite components
- Organization and Planning
- Surface Preparation Methods
- Advanced Composite Repair
- Paint and Finish Application
- Hand Layup Techniques
- Quality control inspection
Timeline
Composite Mechanic
Alstom Transport (Metrolink)
08.2022 - Current
Level 3 Composite Technician/P.O.C
SpaceX
10.2012 - 07.2021
Airframe Tech
San Bernardino Airport
01.2012 - 03.2012
Level 2 Laminator
HITCO Carbon Composites
10.2008 - 04.2009
AM (Aviation Structural Mechanic)
United State Navy
01.2003 - 08.2006
Certificate -
A-School (U.S NAVY)
Certificate -
Redstone College of Aviation
Diploma -
Washington Prep. High School