Helen M. Petrucci
ac0zu3@r.postjobfree.com http://www.linkedin.com/in/helenpetrucci
Dynamic, successful, and driven Ground Support Equipment Manager - with more than 25 years of experience in optimization of manufacturing, test & evaluation, aerospace ground support & flightline operations, research & development, design, analysis, fabrication & assembly, scheduling & organizing, including 15 years in supervision. Creative trouble-shooter with proven problem-solving abilities including ground operations, vehicle integration and concept trade studies through launch-pad operations.
Education Certifications
Masters, Aviation / Aerospace Management & Space Studies 2017
EMBRY-RIDDLE AERONAUTICAL UNIVERSITY
Project Management Professional (PMP) Examination Preparation Training, 2012
FLORIDA INSTITUTE OF TECNOLOGY, Melbourne, FL
Bachelor of Science Management, 2004
UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX, Jacksonville, FL
International Trades & Regulations (ITAR) Certification Export Control Certification
ISO 9001 and 19011 Auditor # A06252
Defense Information School (DINFOS) Basic Still Photography Certificate
Key Strengths & Expertise
Ground Operations
Advanced Design Studies
Aerospace Engineering
Program Specific Documentation
Space Craft Design & Development
State and Federal Compliance
Launch Integration
Government Contracts
Technical Review Boards
Launch Vehicle Systems
Production Development & Integration
Preventive Maintenance
Composite Structures
Mission Operations
Operations Research
Project Trade Studies
Develop Aspects of New Theory & Design Criteria
Complex Specifications & Engineering Reports
Selected Accomplishments & Milestones
Selected to represent NASA for an interview with Scott Pelley for a story on the end of the space program on the CBS show, "60 Minutes."
Selected as a recipient of the NASA Achievement Award: “An effort which is critical to provide low-cost, high value Earned Value Management (EVM) systems to Kennedy Space Center.”
Closed a 10-year standing Corrective / Preventive Action Report (CPAR) within 1 year, ensuring there was no reoccurrence. ~ Arctic Slope
Identified critical design flaws by successfully completing step-by-step sequence of activities, resulting in reduced costs of $90,000. ~ Boeing
Designed new procedures for operation of the Video Surveillance and Hazardous Gas Detection System and achieved cost savings of $300,000 through services analysis. ~ Arctic Slope
Served as a Test Conductor for the Umbilical Purge Test Plate, Phase I through III.
Ground Support Systems & Equipment Expertise
Cryogenic Systems
Video Surveillance Systems
Hydraulic Systems
Structural Systems
Hazardous Gas Detection Systems
Pneumatic Systems
Crane Operations
Machine and Weld Systems
Flight Control Systems
Professional Experience
Rocket Crafters Incorporated 2016-2017
Launch Vehicle Systems Engineer
Co-authored Concept of Operations and Payload User’s Guide for the Intrepid rocket; a two stage
orbit launch vehicle. Generates high-system level vehicle requirements, perform vehicle
performance assessments and participates in verification/data review activities. Execute high level documentation including, Payload User's Guide for the Intrepid-1 launch vehicle. Develop a structured high-level flow chart to build a small vehicle launch pad, in addition to, cost analysis for commercial off the shelf and build as needed scenarios. Charged with compartmentalize information about the planning and execution of the launch pad facilities and ground operations.
SPACEX 2013-2013
Clean Room Operations & Logistic Industrialist
Managed and led smooth working operations of clean room projects and maintained good relations with clients. Analyzed complex airspaces and dimensional hardware and planned assignments accordingly. Developed and evaluated all computer interface with aerospace hydraulic and pneumatic fittings for existing airspaces for rocket. Designed and executed various strategies for specialized component inventory. Maintained inventory trend analysis. Facilitated in developing efficient AN, AS, OEM MS, NAS Series according to the LEAN manufacturing method.
ARCTIC SLOPE REGIONAL CORPORATION, Kennedy Space Center, FL Confidential (Level I)
Design Engineer (Liaison Engineer) 2006 2010
Served as a Liaison Engineer and Systems Engineer, supervised research and development studies
of the NASA Constellation rocket. Played a key role in the design of the Hazardous Gas Detection
and Video Surveillance System. Completed research on design parameters for client projects to
assure compelling milestone delivery and status results.
Implemented design parameters for “Umbilical Purge Test Plate,” for NASA Project in collaboration with engineers, project managers, and technicians.
Decreased man-hours from 7000 to 1200 by developing new test and technical procedures to improve the operation of the “Launch Equipment Test Facility.”
BOEING DEFENSE, SPACE & SECURITY, Cape Canaveral AFS, FL Secret (Level II) 2000 2006
Senior Field Service Technician (2003 2006) Senior Field Structural Mechanic (2000 2003)
As Senior Field Service Technician, achieved launch readiness on the Delta II and Delta IV Rocket by performing specific functional operations. Assisted in engineering projects for application and validation on torque checks, clean room activities, electric static discharge, foam insulation, thermal insulation, chemical processing, hydraulic assemblies, cryogenic propellants (such as Liquid Oxygen and Liquid Hydrogen) off loads, and RS-68 Pratt & Whitney rocket engine systems.
Directed and supervised 15 to 20 technicians on the Center Body Access Kit Installation & Removal project to provide access to essential personnel while adhering to safety and security measures.
Played key role in mission support for the Vandenberg, CA inaugural launch, and specifically the Delta IV Launch Mate Unit (LMU), resulting in successful precision laser optical alignment used to interface and mate the LMU to rocket.
Military Experience
UNITED STATES NAVY 1985 1996
Aviation Structural & Hydraulic Mechanic
Navy Instructor P-3C Orion, 1992 1996
Military Awards: Navy & Marine Corp Achievement Medal for exemplary performance as a technician during the Persian Gulf War.
Technology Snapshot
Microsoft Word Windchill Excel SharePoint Outlook Pro-E Microsoft Project
Aerospace Project Management 2010-2012
Due to the NASA downsizing, I chose to be part of the Brevard Workforce (BWF) programs. Benefits from this program include additional education to position me for new careers. In response to the ending of the Manned Space Shuttle Program and Space Center realignment, Brevard Workforce was awarded National Emergency Grant funding to train affected aerospace workers, including Professional Management Training, to meet the hiring needs of employers.
Directs all phases of programs from inception through completion.
Responsible for the cost, schedule and technical performance of company programs or subsystems of major programs. Participates in the negotiation of contract and contract changes.
Coordinates the preparation of proposals, business plans, proposal work statements and specifications, operating budgets and financial terms/conditions of contract.
Acts as primary customer contact for program activities, leading program review sessions with customer to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance.
Establishes milestones and monitors adherence to master plans and schedules, identifies program problems and obtains solutions, such as allocation of resources or changing contractual specifications.
Directs the work of employees assigned to the program from technical, manufacturing and administrative areas.
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