Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
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Roberto Rivas

Frederick,MD

Summary

Detail-oriented aerospace professional with over 20 years of combined military and civilian experience in aviation, quality inspection, and systems integration. U.S. Army and Air Force Retired Veteran with Active Top-Secret SCI-SAP Clearance. Proven ability to perform complex inspections, interpret technical documentation, and ensure compliance with industry and military standards. ERAU Dean’s List and Honor Roll , Member, Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA)

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Aircraft Quality Inspector IV Integration & Testing

Northrop Grumman Space Systems
01.2021 - Current
  • Perform in-process and final inspections on mechanical and electrical aerospace components.
  • Verify conformance to design specs through blueprints, schematics, and documentation review.
  • Support environmental testing (Vibe, Thermal, TVAC, Acoustics) and launch campaigns.
  • Generate nonconformance reports and resolve discrepancies with engineering teams.
  • Worked with specific production team members to rectify production issues and maintain high-quality final products.
  • Inspected outbound shipments and conducted random sampling of product quality.
  • Identified defects during cyclical checks.
  • Inspected and packaged products meticulously according to manufacturing specifications.
  • Utilized gauges, tools and equipment to complete in-depth assessments.
  • Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
  • Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
  • Identified and documented quality discrepancies for management to develop resolutions.

Spacecraft Electronic Technician IV

Northrop Grumman
01.2018 - 01.2021
  • Installed, calibrated, and maintained integrated test systems for satellite production.
  • Interpreted test data, schematics, and block diagrams to troubleshoot electronics and RF circuits.

Electromechanical Maintenance Technician

CAVES VALLEY DRONS
01.2017 - 11.2018

• Experience operating professional/industrial class UAVS (Ex: DJI Inspire).

• Meticulous flight planning and operations skills with extraordinary attention to detail and safety.

• Proven track record of working comfortably in a fast-paced, team environment.

• Ensure that missions are conducted according to FAA regulations, applicable local regulations, and under the terms specified via our FAA issued waivers and COA's.

• Preparation of aircraft, payload, ground stations, and other elements required for flight.

• Conduct weekly maintenance on assigned UAVS.

• Interact with industry partners and other audiences to grow awareness of company brand.

• Participate in weekly team meetings and events.

  • Proposed layout and location modifications and installations in compliance with OEM, OSHA, NEC and company and local codes.
  • Observed equipment functioning to detect electronic and mechanical hazards or problems for service, repair or replacement.

Education

Master’s Degree - Aeronautics

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU), Daytona Beach, FL
12-2026

Degree Candidate (Combined Pathway Program)

Bachelor of Science - Professional Aeronautics

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU), Daytona Beach, FL
03.2026
  • Dean's List second semester 2024
  • 3.75 GPA

Associate Degree - Aviation Maintenance

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU), Daytona Beach, FL
01.2024

Skills

  • Quality Assurance & Inspection
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • OSHA & Clean Room Standards
  • Mechanical & Electrical Blueprint Reading
  • Tool Calibration
  • Aerospace Structures Inspection
  • Leadership & Team Coordination
  • Safety Compliance
  • Bilingual: English/Spanish

Accomplishments

    Supervised team of 15 staff members. Achieved on-time project completion and improved staff performance by completing task delegation, progress tracking, and quality assurance processes accurately and efficiently.

Certification

  • FAA Private Pilot & Part 107 Drone Pilot
  • Aviation Airframe & Powerplant License
  • NASA/Military Spec Solder Training | Multiple OEM Avionics Certifications
  • Computer: Proficient with Microsoft Windows & Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Aircraft Quality Inspector IV Integration & Testing - Northrop Grumman Space Systems
01.2021 - Current
Spacecraft Electronic Technician IV - Northrop Grumman
01.2018 - 01.2021
Electromechanical Maintenance Technician - CAVES VALLEY DRONS
01.2017 - 11.2018
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU) - Master’s Degree, Aeronautics
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU) - Bachelor of Science, Professional Aeronautics
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU) - Associate Degree, Aviation Maintenance
Roberto Rivas