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Russell Pirchio

Russell Pirchio

Tehachapi

Summary

Self-motivated and dependable while achieving high performance with minimal supervision. Have demonstrated the ability to complete tasks accurately despite interruptions and competing demands. Detail-oriented professional bringing a proven history of effectively directing, monitoring or performing structures, electrical, composite and systems work on aircrafts. Strong knowledge of industry standards with a strong focus on first time quality.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Aircraft Structures Mechanic 3 (SAP)

Northrop Grumman
03.2020 - Current
  • Lead a team of up to 30 mechanics in performing structural repairs, modifications, and critical structural SOWs to a high degree of quality.
  • Work closely with engineers and production planners to troubleshoot structural design issues and suggest manufacturing-friendly solutions.
  • Read and interpret engineering drawings and manufacturing plans to guide production and assembly processes.
  • Mentor and train new team members or junior mechanics on manufacturing best practices, safety standards, and proper tool usage.
  • Performed fabrication, installation, and modification of metallic and composite structures
  • Operated precision tools and equipment, ensuring high tolerance assemblies per engineering requirements.

Aircraft Structures Mechanic (F35)

Northrop Grumman
04.2019 - 03.2020
  • Performed fabrication, installation, and modification of metallic and composite structures.
  • Documented work steps and recommended updates to work instructions to support consistent quality in manufacturing processes.
  • Operated precision tools and equipment, ensuring high tolerance assemblies per engineering requirements.


Education

Bachelor of Science - Project Management

Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, CO
12-2025

GED -

Antelope Valley Adult School
Lancaster
05-2011

Skills

  • Structural fabrication expertise
  • Quality assurance & defect prevention
  • Root cause analysis & corrective action
  • Team leadership & training

Timeline

Lead Aircraft Structures Mechanic 3 (SAP)

Northrop Grumman
03.2020 - Current

Aircraft Structures Mechanic (F35)

Northrop Grumman
04.2019 - 03.2020

Bachelor of Science - Project Management

Colorado Technical University

GED -

Antelope Valley Adult School

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