WILLIAM W. PITT
Woodside,CA
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Excited to be on the ground floor of building a new team to contribute to Archers mission.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanical Engineering Technician Level 4
Archer Aviation
05.2023 - Current
- Maintain battery manufacturing adhesive dispensing equipment for optimal performance.
- Designed fixture for toolless changeover of wide dispense nozzle.
- Designed, sourced, constructed, and installed custom filtration system for dunk tank.
- Created fixture to support one-handed dispensing on PR70v adhesive mixer.
Mechanical Engineering Technician Level 4
Apple
01.2021 - 05.2023
- Developed a working prototype in two weeks to demonstrate a new method for automotive sensor cleaning. This design is in the process of being patented by Apple.
- Designed and built large machine to do repetitive tasks including spraying, spinning abrasion and linear actuation to DUT.
- Designed system to keep a thick slurry mix of water /dust / salt in suspension and spraying on DUT.
Rebuilt Experimental Aircraft
Personal Project
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Upgraded and installed IFR avionics, GPS antennas, and navigation radios.
- Removed, disassembled, and reinstalled Lycoming IO-360; conducted flight tests post-rebuild.
- Performed annual inspections under FAA A&P supervision, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Repaired wet wing fuel cell using composite materials.
Model Aircraft Designer
Self Emp. / Youtube Content Creator for MikeysRC
03.2009 - 03.2015
- Developed low-cost methods for constructing RC aircraft and drones.
- Created instructional video series on flying RC helicopters, attracting significant viewership.
- Achieved peak subscriber count of 40K on video platform.
- Contracted to design and construct VTOL delivery drone, enhancing delivery capabilities.
Mechanical Engineers Assistant
NASA Ames
01.1997 - 01.1999
- Worked with mechanical engineers to design and fabricate fixtures for centrifuge test subjects.
- Used manual mills and lathes to machine steel and aluminum to aid in construction.
Education
Completed two years towards a BS in Aircraft Maintenance Management -
SJSU
01.2002
AA degree in Liberal Arts -
De Anza Community College
05-1998
Skills
- Siemens NX CAD capabilities
- Electromechanical systems knowledge
- Electric motor drive setup
- Wire harness assembly
- Circuit board soldering
- Troubleshooting with digital multimeter
- Electronic circuit comprehension
- Multi-strand wire harness building
- Structure design with 80/20 T-slot rail
References
- Chris Alwine, SPG Manager at Apple, (574)276-3058
- Rich Perkins, USAF Lt. Colonel Retired, (925)337-2156
- Steve Frost, Corporate Air Technology in SJ, CA, (408)977-0990
Timeline
Mechanical Engineering Technician Level 4
Archer Aviation
05.2023 - Current
Mechanical Engineering Technician Level 4
Apple
01.2021 - 05.2023
Rebuilt Experimental Aircraft
Personal Project
01.2018 - 01.2019
Model Aircraft Designer
Self Emp. / Youtube Content Creator for MikeysRC
03.2009 - 03.2015
Mechanical Engineers Assistant
NASA Ames
01.1997 - 01.1999
Completed two years towards a BS in Aircraft Maintenance Management -
SJSU
AA degree in Liberal Arts -
De Anza Community College
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