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William Melendez

Lancaster,CA

Summary

Detail-oriented aircraft professional bringing a proven history of effectively fabricating, installing, and fixing a variety of aircraft components. Strong knowledge of standard hardware and materials with an insatiable curiosity of new industry materials and techniques and knowledgeable on a variety of fabrication practices and related equipment. Well-versed in inspecting products, maintaining clean work areas and assisting with packaging. Also a very adaptable and driven individual with strong work ethic and motivation to thrive in team-based or individually motivated settings and adept at applying math and mechanical skills to solve problems.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Structure Mechanic Level 3

Northrop Grumman
Palmdale, United States
01.2020 - Current
  • Ability to decipher blueprints and work with engineering to accomplish tasks per planning and spec.
  • Knowledge and use of hydraulic and electrical powered systems to rig and actuate moving components on aircrafts.
  • Knowledge and skill set with composites such as locating and bonding brackets, shims and vacuum bagging plies.
  • Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
  • Prioritized tasks to plan and delegate work to reduce delays and increase productivity.
  • Perform long and thorough inspections for final close out areas.
  • Repaired and replaced damaged or defective critical structural components.

Head Fry Cook

Shakey's Pizza Parlor
Palmdale, United States
06.2015 - 01.2020
  • Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
  • Collaborated with team members to promote consistent workflows and deliver food orders on time.
  • Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
  • Prepared approximately 80+ meals per shift using company recipes and techniques.
  • Precooked certain items during slow periods to reduce wait times during lunch and dinner rush.
  • Followed procedures to prevent cross-contamination of items for patrons with allergies and gluten intolerance

Education

High School Diploma -

Highland High School
Palmdale , Ca
05.2014

Certification - Aircraft Fabrication And Assembly

Antelope Valley College
Lancaster, CA
07.2018

Skills

  • Able to locate and Layout holes through varies materials and stack ups including aluminum, composites, and titanium
  • Ability to read and decipher blueprints, notes, along with material and process specs
  • Familiar with resins and composite bonding
  • Knowledgeable using standard and pneumatic tools
  • Experience using multiple trimming tools such as pencil grinders, routers, and dotcos
  • Determine trim lines, chamfers, and gaps with first time quality execution
  • Ability to work in a team environment to meet or exceed deadlines

Accomplishments

Northrop Grumman

  • Awarded Employee of the month multiple times for outstanding quality and job accomplishments.
  • Awarded Employee of the Quarter for leading the team in an efficient matter with greatly reducing the amount of rework time and defects.
  • Recognized for my efforts in saving a critical part from being scrapped and saving the company 212,000.

Timeline

Lead Structure Mechanic Level 3

Northrop Grumman
01.2020 - Current

Head Fry Cook

Shakey's Pizza Parlor
06.2015 - 01.2020

High School Diploma -

Highland High School

Certification - Aircraft Fabrication And Assembly

Antelope Valley College

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