Randall Howe
New Orleans,LA
Summary
Aerospace Fabrication Technician and Engineering Technology student seeking to transition into a Manufacturing Technology Analyst role at Boeing. Experienced in structural integration, technical data evaluation, blueprint interpretation (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing), working with large structures and inspecting tight tolerance, high value components. Strong collaborator with Computer Aided Metrology teams and skilled in supporting coordinate measuring machine, Spatial Analyzer Software, and laser tracker operations.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Fabrication Specialist (D)-SLS Program
Boeing Defense Space & Security
07.2017 - Current
- Support dimensional inspection using portable metrology equipment (e.g., laser trackers, CMMs)
- Collaborate on hardware/tooling compensation for precision alignment
- Support measurement and alignment teams using CMMs, laser trackers, and Spatial Analyzer to ensure critical fit specs.
- Assist metrology operators and engineers with tooling layout, inspections, and documentation for flight hardware
- Perform structural and integration work on Space Launch System using GD&T drawings and Creo models.
- Adhere to Boeing and NASA standards while providing on-the-job training (OJT) to coworkers while ensuring first pass quality
- Collaborate with engineers, cross functional teams, to streamline processes, improve processes, fix discrepant work orders and adhere to lean principles to maintain efficiency
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to identify and implement process enhancements that increase productivity and quality
- Work with large structures and inspect tight tolerance, high value components
- Conduct comprehensive review of engineering plans including dispositions and non-conformance reports, prior to being released to the floor, to identify necessary revisions, required tools and equipment, and potential process improvements
- Participate in BPSM, Gemba walks, root cause analysis, and round table meetings for future builds
Aerospace Assembler (B)
Boeing Commercial
06.2016 - 07.2017
- Contractor through Moseley Technical Services
- Operated power tools, hand tools, and precision measuring equipment to build the structure for the Aft body of Boeing 787
- Ensured compliance with FAA regulations and company policies through accurate documentation of performed tasks
- Maintained orderly and safe work environment by enforcing tool control and FOD awareness, prevention, and safety at all times
- Actively participated in safety meetings reinforcing the importance of adhering to established protocols for maintaining a safe work environment
- Completed all work orders assigned daily under minimal supervision
Production Supervisor/ Lead Mechanic
TIGHITCO Aerostructures
12.2013 - 06.2017
- Production Supervisor/Lead Aerostructure mechanic contributing to the Gulfstream G650 Program
- (AS9100-AS9102)
- Managed team of production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.
- Supported dimensianal inspection using portable coordinate measuring machines (e.g., Faro Arm)
- Oversaw employee training initiatives to ensure all team members were proficient in company procedures, safety regulations, and job-specific tasks.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Supported and implemented Lean manufacturing processes to optimize workflow efficiencies while minimizing waste
- Interpreted ANSI Y 14.5 engineering blueprints, Catia V5 3D models and manufacturing specifications
- Performed delegated Quality Assurance inspections/buy-offs using precision measuring instruments
- Attended production meetings to establish schedules and present constraints
Education
BS Engineering Technology (In Progress) - Engineering Technology
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
WorldwideA+ And Network+ Technician Certificate -
Trident Technical College
Charleston, SCAA Humanities And Social Sciences -
Trident Technical College
Charleston, SCSkills
- Blueprint reading with geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
- Interpreting engineering documentation and Creo models
- Measurement and inspection of flight hardware
- Coordinate measuring machines
- Process documentation and compliance
- Process improvement
- Flight hardware measurement and qualification
- Technical data evaluation
- Cross-functional communication and collaboration
- Problem-solving and attention to detail
- Workplace Safety
- Adaptive thinking and decision making
- 5S, Lean and FOD
- Initiative under minimal supervision
Timeline
Fabrication Specialist (D)-SLS Program
Boeing Defense Space & Security
07.2017 - Current
Aerospace Assembler (B)
Boeing Commercial
06.2016 - 07.2017
Production Supervisor/ Lead Mechanic
TIGHITCO Aerostructures
12.2013 - 06.2017
A+ And Network+ Technician Certificate -
Trident Technical College
AA Humanities And Social Sciences -
Trident Technical College
BS Engineering Technology (In Progress) - Engineering Technology
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
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