Sean Lines
Long Beach,CA
Summary
Results-driven engineering manager with over 20 years of experience in test engineering and team leadership within the aerospace industry. Proven track record in fostering high-performing teams, managing cross-functional projects, and ensuring quality execution of technical tasks. Skilled in resource management, continuous improvement, and effective stakeholder communication. Passionate about coaching and developing engineering talent to achieve operational excellence and meet organizational goals.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager Test Engineering 1
Northrop Grumman Corporation
11.2023 - Current
- Lead and mentor engineering and technician teams to deliver exceptional results in test engineering.
- Conduct employee performance evaluations and manage staffing needs to support professional growth and operational objectives.
- Execute special assignments aligning with program requests while tracking project progress across multiple initiatives.
- Develop and implement quality management plans, fostering continuous improvement within instrumentation teams.
- Facilitate communication among sites, customers, vendors, and suppliers to ensure alignment and transparency on project updates and Statement of Work (SOW) adjustments.
Principal Test Conductor
Northrop Grumman
04.2022 - 11.2023
- Led daily crew activities, mentoring team members and streamlining engineering processes to meet safety and milestone objectives.
- Managed integration and testing deliverables, including developing and approving test requirements and scheduling for thermal efforts.
- Provided regular status updates to project managers, highlighting potential issues and guiding resolution through analysis and collaborative planning.
- Assisted management in interviewing and evaluating candidates for new positions.
- Served as a proficiency instructor for overhead cranes, forklifts, and elevated work platforms, promoting a culture of safety and shared expertise.
Electrical Technician 4
Northrop Grumman
07.2017 - 04.2022
- Operated thermal vacuum chambers, handling associated equipment and monitoring pressure with precision instruments.
- Installed, fabricated, and troubleshot thermocouples and basic electrical circuits related to thermal vacuum applications.
- Conducted helium leak detection and monitored contamination using QCM and RGA equipment.
- Effectively utilized software for data acquisition, heater control, and temperature process programming.
Mechanical Technician 4
Northrop Grumman
05.2009 - 07.2017
- Developed and tested mechanical and electro-mechanical assemblies, ensuring adherence to specifications and operational conditions.
- Fabricated and assembled prototypes, recommending procedural modifications to enhance performance and reliability.
Education
High School Diploma -
West Torrance High School
Torrance, CA06-1998
Skills
- Leadership development
- Technical proficiency
- Resource allocation
- Interdepartmental communication
- Process optimization
- Troubleshooting electrical and mechanical systems
- Thermal and vacuum set up and test
- Performance assessment
- Operational oversight
- Effective time management
- Scheduling shifts
- Prioritization of tasks
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Performance evaluations
- Coaching and mentoring
- Employee onboarding
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Manager Test Engineering 1
Northrop Grumman Corporation
11.2023 - Current
Principal Test Conductor
Northrop Grumman
04.2022 - 11.2023
Electrical Technician 4
Northrop Grumman
07.2017 - 04.2022
Mechanical Technician 4
Northrop Grumman
05.2009 - 07.2017
High School Diploma -
West Torrance High School
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