Troy Decker
Orange Park,FL
Summary
Organized and results-oriented Planner excels at seeing big picture and creating plans to achieve business objectives. Adept at leveraging data-driven insights and implementing proactive solutions to deliver cost-effective and timely results. Possesses strong communication, customer service and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Structures Mechanic 3
Northrup Grumman
10.2017 - Current
- Performs a variety of operations of E2D.
- Streamlined build processes by maintaining a well-organized and clean workspace, contributing to increased productivity.
Aircraft Technician
Aerotek/Northrup Grumman
07.2015 - 10.2017
- Performed C and D checks on Boeing 707 Joint Star aircraft
Structures Mechanic
Planetechs
01.2015 - 04.2015
- Performed negative margin modifications on Boeing KC 46 tanker fuel tanks using Cobham and Boeing blueprints
- Reassembled fuel tanks and crated for Boeing delivery.
Structures Mechanic
Planetechs
08.2014 - 11.2014
- Worked for Alenia Aermacchi, building the 46 and 44 sections for the Boeing 787
- Located and installed various CFRP (composite) and titanium parts
- Ensured that all work was completed to Boeing specifications.
Structures Mechanic
Planetechs
06.2014 - 07.2014
- Assembled fuel tanks for Boeing KC 46 Tanker using Cobham and Boeing Blueprints
- Drilled close tolerance holes and installed hilocs
- Drilled and installed driven rivets
- Sealed fuel tanks to Boeing specifications.
Manufacturing Engineer
Sonaca
07.2012 - 06.2014
- Planned for final assembly of F.S 727.00 Bulkhead for 737 and Lear 85 Leading Edges working with Visual, SAP, Catia V5, and Velocity
- Create MBOM per Engineering released documents
- Create Graphic Work Instructions using Catia V5
- Performed condition of assembly and assessment of aircraft
- Review engineering drawings
- Implementation and maintenance of various manufacturing plans, Bill of Materials, work instructions and illustrations to define and document build configuration.
Sealer
Planetechs
01.2011 - 04.2012
- Performed Partner warranty work on Boeing 787
- Performed fillet, cap, fay and injection seals
- Tested and reworked non-conformance sealer work to Boeing specifications common to wings and center tank.
Structures Mechanic
HBS
12.2010 - 08.2011
- Performed restoration work on Beechcraft 1900 series aircraft
- Installed modifications on Beechcraft King Air aircraft
- Troubleshot, inspected, tested, repaired, serviced aircraft and engine systems to prepare aircraft for flight
- Initiated and documented any nonconforming materials, hardware, software, tools, parts, assemblies, or portions thereof, according to specifications, processes, and procedures
- Used technical specifications, sketches, manuals, drawings, engineering instructions and FAA forms and publications to accomplish work assignment.
Maintenance Technician
Sonaca
09.2010 - 11.2010
- Performed repair work on Dassault Falcon 7X slats
- Scope of work consisted of removing damaged parts and installing new parts
- Installed new parts to bring slats up to current configuration and performed function checks to ensure slat was ready to return to customers.
Maintenance Technician
Planetechs
01.2010 - 06.2010
- Performed Partner warranty work on Boeing 787
- Scope of work consisted of installing close tolerance fasteners common to CFRP and titanium as well as adhering to all safety procedures
- Did repairs on CFRP and worked with NDI and Quality to ensure repair was done correctly
- Located and installed brackets, seat tracks and other miscellaneous aircraft parts.
- Reworked suspect transverse beams, measuring gaps, turning in orders for shims and installing new or original parts.
- Removed and installed any damaged duct work common to aft baggage compartment.
- Ensured Boeing’s corrosion protection was applied to all fasteners and components.
Experimental Lead
Cessna Aircraft Company
01.2007 - 08.2009
- Planned, prioritized and assigned work for shop personnel
- Ensured the correct aircraft parts, tools and manpower were in place to successfully complete tasks per schedule
- Directed SkyCatcher assembly team focused to deliver customer service to entities within Cessna
- Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot creatively, solve problems effectively, and make informed decisions while successfully guiding others through constant change
- Prepared accurate reports on a regular basis for presentation to upper management ensuring compliance with tight deadlines.
Sheet Metal Mechanic
Cessna Aircraft Company
01.1997 - 01.2007
- Read and understand blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings
- Fabricated aircraft parts from drawings and blueprints
- Used precision instruments, micrometers, calipers, and ball gauges
- Built prototype aircraft and test articles as well as modified existing aircraft to current or new configurations
- Proficient in drilling, riveting, bonding and locating sheet metal parts
- Proficient in drilling and installing close tolerance fasteners
- Worked on Cessna Bravo, Encore, Citation X, CJ, Mustang, Sovereign, 208, LSA and other various Cessna aircraft
- Modified and built tailcones, wings, flight controls, fuselages, control panels and other assemblies related to airframe of Cessna aircraft
- Worked closely with engineering to work through any opportunities that arose
- Ordered and tracked inventory to ensure proper components were received and installed
- Trained personnel in efficiency and safety to develop highly effective teams
- Assisted in new production line setup and in changeover from old production line
- Trained and worked with CAD/Catia software.
Special Vehicle Maintenance Mechanic
United States Air Force
01.1993 - 01.1997
- Diagnosed all incoming work for a fleet of 25 refueling vehicles
- Supervised three mechanics
- Was point of contact and ensured the shop complied with all OSHA regulations
- Maintained, serviced, repaired, altered, adjusted, modified, updated, and upgraded machines and equipment in service.
Education
B.S. - Organizational Management and Leadership
Friend's University, Wichita, Kansas
01.2009
Skills
- Microsoft Word
- Access
- Excel
- Power Point
- Catia V5
- PSDS
- SAP
- Manufacturing Methods
- REDARS
- Have led highly qualified teams and instilled a philosophy of continual improvement, innovation and task ownership
- Have trained many skilled laborers in procedures needed on several new aircraft
- Recognized for long hours, commitment to customers, and attention to detail, professionalism, and follow-up
- Resourceful, energetic, competent, multi-task and results-oriented
- Project Management
- Data Management
- Customer Focus
Timeline
Structures Mechanic 3
Northrup Grumman
10.2017 - Current
Aircraft Technician
Aerotek/Northrup Grumman
07.2015 - 10.2017
Structures Mechanic
Planetechs
01.2015 - 04.2015
Structures Mechanic
Planetechs
08.2014 - 11.2014
Structures Mechanic
Planetechs
06.2014 - 07.2014
Manufacturing Engineer
Sonaca
07.2012 - 06.2014
Sealer
Planetechs
01.2011 - 04.2012
Structures Mechanic
HBS
12.2010 - 08.2011
Maintenance Technician
Sonaca
09.2010 - 11.2010
Maintenance Technician
Planetechs
01.2010 - 06.2010
Experimental Lead
Cessna Aircraft Company
01.2007 - 08.2009
Sheet Metal Mechanic
Cessna Aircraft Company
01.1997 - 01.2007
Special Vehicle Maintenance Mechanic
United States Air Force
01.1993 - 01.1997
B.S. - Organizational Management and Leadership
Friend's University, Wichita, Kansas
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