Thomas Wolfe
Texas City,Texas
Summary
Disciplined, highly adaptable U.S. Military Veteran with experience managing high-pressure logistics, team communications, and operational problem-solving. Proven track record of translating structured military precision into empathetic, high-efficiency customer support. Expert at de-escalating tense situations, mastering complex database software, and delivering rapid resolutions to optimize first-contact resolution rates.
Overview
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Certification
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
ELECTRICAL/MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN
Amentum, Johnson Space Center
03.2022 - Current
- Member of propulsion and fluid systems test group. Responsible for buildup and testing of NASA subsystem flight hardware in 15-foot vacuum chamber for Vacuum, air, and thermal testing. Perform maintenance and testing of Orbital Maneuvering System (OMS) Engine for Artimus missions.
- 40 hours per week
- Key Achievements
- Instrumental in the overhaul/upgrade of all electrical, air, gas lines and equipment for BLDG 351 and vacuum chamber.
- Key technician in evaluation and testing of OMS engine used on Orion spacecraft for Artemis Missions.
EXPLORATION EXTRAVEHICULAR MOBILITY UNIT (XEMU)
Amentum, Johnson Space Center
02.2021 - 03.2022
- Perform R & D electronic builds for NASA PLSS (Portable Life Support System)
- Tester, cable and electronic builds for XEMU
- Charged with setting up portable ESD stations for work on flight hardware on site.
CLEANROOM TECHNICIAN
Amentum, Johnson Space Center
02.2020 - 02.2021
- Perform disassembling, inspection, cleaning, and packaging of NASA flight hardware following checklist and instructions, utilising a variety of equipment, fixtures, and test equipment.
- Key Achievements
- Responsible for setting up second shift operations streamlining cleanroom production.
- Maintained 100% safety compliance and met daily work scheduled targets completing projects before the due date.
ELECTRICAL/MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN
Halliburton
07.2018 - 02.2020
- Supported Engineers in testing and designing new technology assembling both electrical and mechanical parts and sub-assemblies. Experience on both Earthstar and I Cruise projects.
- 40 hours per week
- Quality Assurance Augmentee
- Assisted Quality Assurance with workload providing in-process inspections related to BOM assembly procedures and soldering requirements.
- Key Achievements
- Independently identified the method and sequence of assembly of equipment, interpreting blueprints, schematics, and diagrams.
- Followed job manuals including safe work procedures, quality control, technical instructions, commissioning documents, and user manuals.
- Achieved zero per cent down hole incident rate through implementation of safety regulations and requirements with a focus on risk reduction and mitigation of accidents and injuries.
- Steered staff as required, explaining specifications, blueprints, and job orders to meet client specifications.
ORDNANCE TECHNICIAN
Lockheed Martin, Naval Support Base Bangor
07.2015 - 06.2018
- Undertook repairing and calibration of missile test equipment, along with dis-assembly, maintenance, assembly, and processing of missiles and warheads related to submarine operations.
- 40 hours per week
- Key Achievements
- Facilitated maintenance of efficient equipment and hardware operations, carrying out system analysis of mechanical, electrical, electronic, pneumatic, and pneudraulic test equipment under actual or simulated conditions.
- Maintained 100% on-time delivery of hardware to submarine ensuring mission success.
Aircraft Armament Systems Technician
U.S. Air Force
04.1993 - 06.2015
- Held responsible for inspection, repair, and maintenance of aircraft release, launch, suspension, and monitor systems. Undertook calibration, preventative maintenance, fault finding, and testing of aircraft systems.
- 50 hours per week
- Key Achievements
- Responsible for quality inspection of aircraft and loaded munitions for serviceability and flight worthiness.
- Proactively diagnosed any malfunctions of munitions launch, release, suspension, and monitor systems as well as associated handling and loading equipment.
Education
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE - Instructor of Technology and Military Science
Community College of the Air Force
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE - Aircraft Maintenance Technology
Community College of the Air Force
Skills
- General Office Procedures
- Administrative and Clerical Procedures
- Knowledge in Mathematics
- Microsoft Office Experience
- Inventory Control
- Ability to work with little to no supervision
- Customer Service, Professional Manner
- Experience counting cash and recording revenue
- Clerical Duties
- CPR/AED Certified
Accomplishments
Highly organized Administrative Assistant with years of experience coordinating complex calendars for high volume customers. Proven track record of optimizing office operations and managing cross-functional communication with internal and external stakeholders. Proficient in Microsoft 365 suite and digital project/inventory tracking tools.
Retired Air Force Master Sergeant which skills include but are not limited to office logistics, supply, task execution, operations, physical resources, administrative processes, safety and team building.
Certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- University of Utah
Timeline
ELECTRICAL/MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN
Amentum, Johnson Space Center
03.2022 - Current
EXPLORATION EXTRAVEHICULAR MOBILITY UNIT (XEMU)
Amentum, Johnson Space Center
02.2021 - 03.2022
CLEANROOM TECHNICIAN
Amentum, Johnson Space Center
02.2020 - 02.2021
ELECTRICAL/MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN
Halliburton
07.2018 - 02.2020
ORDNANCE TECHNICIAN
Lockheed Martin, Naval Support Base Bangor
07.2015 - 06.2018
Aircraft Armament Systems Technician
U.S. Air Force
04.1993 - 06.2015
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE - Aircraft Maintenance Technology
Community College of the Air Force
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE - Instructor of Technology and Military Science
Community College of the Air Force