WORK E X P E R I ENCE

Test and Assembly Technician (Technician Level 2)

G.E. Aviation, Durham, NC 6/2005 – Present

Focused jet engine assembler, applying exacting processes to insure proper mechanics and function. Assuring safety and the application of proper ergonomics in all builds.

Functions well in a uniquely flat organization, that must achieve full team consensus, via internal councils, who serve as conduits for suggestions, feedback, and ultimately approval or denial, of all organizational management, policy, and procedures. o Has acted for periodic terms as Team Leader, in numerous G.E. Aviation organization areas, such as Human Resources, Environmental Health & Safety, Materials, and Performance Development Positive Discipline (PDPD).

Serves as quality control inspector of all systems, testing and calibrating machinery capabilities. Understands the gravity of responsibility for maintaining quality assurance in aviation technology.

With high efficiency and lean manufacturing implementation, in conjunction with assembly team, have cut machinery assembly cycle time in half on a current build project. Boosting cost- effectiveness and productivity by 50%.

Strong knowledge of Aeronautic enginery, coupled with proficiency in airplane employed systems. A multitude of years, strong experience in full cycle jet turbine engine new builds.

Qualified Instructor of lean sigma six, and rework & repair, classes, taught on a bi-annual basis.

Selected to travel internationally to G.E.’s Brazil location, to coordinate a month-long set-up of their Assembly unit. Guided, trained, and help certify the build process, via the blueprint verification of four specific builds.

Leadership

Training & Development

Project Management

Quality Assurance & Control

Aeronautic & Powerplant

Machinery Expertise

Communications

E X P E RT I S E

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P RO F E S S I ONA L P RO F I L E

Highly accomplished and certified Mechanical Systems supervisor, trainer, and industry professional, with substantial successful experience and subject matter expertise in, Powerplant and Airframe machinery assembly, maintenance, modification, and quality inspection. An innate strength in and enjoyment of, problem solving and solutions finding, combined with a personable and affable demeanor.

H I GH L I GHT S

At G.E. Aviation, acts in an autonomous, independent, quality inspector capacity, for all self and group engine assemblies; responsible and accountable for any pre/post assembly defects.

Uniquely specialized to train new team members, and officially sign them off as qualified assemblers.

Leadership, conflict resolution, and First Responder skillsets emanating from a Military foundation in the US Coast Guard.

Maintains constant composure and control during high-pressure scenarios, and utilizes best judgment in properly disseminating information.

Youngsville, NC

J O S H U A D . HO R N Y A K

L E A D E R T R A I N E R M A C H I N E R Y & M E C H A N I C A L S Y S T E M S E X P E R T I S E A.A.S. of Airframe & Powerplant

Maintenance

Westwood College of Aviation

Technology Broomfield, CO 2003

• Top 2% of graduating class

Diploma, US Coast Guard Machinery

Technician

US Coast Guard “A” School

E DUCA T I ON

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CE R T I F I CA T I ONS

G.E. Lean Six Sigma Certified

FAA Airframe and Powerplant

Maintenance, 7/2003

Johnson/OMC Certified Mechanic,

5/2000

Volvo-Penta Certified Theory and

Operation (Volvo Engines), 3/2000

Varian Certified Combined Basic

Vacuum Practice with Leak Detector

CPR Qualified

J O S H U A D . HO R N Y A K

L E A D E R T R A I N E R M A C H I N E R Y & M E C H A N I C A L S Y S T E M S E X P E R T I S E WORK E X P E R I ENCE / CONT I NUE D

Responsible for working in tandem within a team of 19 self-sufficient assemblers. Provides Qualified Assembler training and titling of, to team members.

Specializes in process engineering, the translating of consumer needs into a production facility that converts raw materials into value-adding components.

Promoted to Technician Level 2, post successfully leading an internal Lean Processes event.

Forklift Operator Qualified, and crane systems utilization, in daily work on heavy machinery and mechanical systems.

Technician Specialist

Lockheed Martin Space Systems Company, Littleton, CO 2003 – 2005

Properly prepared articles for testing, utilizing solely written directives on schematics and drawings.

Applied mechanical and technical support on all systems testing.

Accountable for the buildup, maintenance, and assurance of safety of test runs. o Applied corrective measures and repairs when warranted.

In charge of pneumatic and hydraulic high-pressure system assemblies and tests.

Responsible for exacting assembly of and tests of, launch vehicle flight valves.

Provided engineer support, during any change in documented engineering plans. Product & Client Service Representative (Tools/Lawn & Garden) Sears Roebuck, Westminster, CO 2002 – 2003

While completing Airplane and Powerplant Maintenance degree, worked full time, utilizing strong industry knowledge of tools and machinery to best assist customer purchase decisions. Machinery Technician

United States Coast Guard 1995 – 2002

Operational responsibility for the maintenance, preventative maintenance, and overhauling of marine and life support systems.

Supervised personnel crews, ranging in size from 5 to 14 members.

Boarding Officer with authority to police personnel activities.

Independently discovered, and identified the design flaw of the 49-foot Buoy Boat’s propeller shaft cooling system. Subsequently recommended and proposed specific corrective action, which resulted in a fleet-wide alteration.

Responsible for starting, securing, and maintaining shipboard systems such as boilers, oil purification, water purification, sewage, and minor electrical.

Upon advancing classes as a 3rd class petty officer, and later a 2nd class officer, was required to train lesser grade persons in procedures.

Recipient of two written commendations from US Coast Guard Commandant, and two Good Conduct Awards.

T E CHN I CA L S K I L L S

& T RA I N I NG

Microsoft Office

Frontline Leadership Class

Team Dynamics Classes

Conflict Resolution Classes

Head Football Coach, Cedar

Creek Middle School (7 years)

Head Wrestling Coach, Cedar

Creek Middle School (4 years)

Starting Gun, Spring Track

Franklinton High School (2 years)

VO L UNT A RY

POS I T I ONS

ME CHA N I CA L

S K I L L S

MAINENTANCE & OVERHAUL of:

Engines:

- Fairbanks-Morse 24

Opposed Piston

- Cummins Marine Diesel

- 6 cylinder General Motors

Diesel Generator

- Detroit Diesel 671

Hydraulic Systems

MAINTENANCE KNOWLEDGE of:

Heat Exchange Systems

GENERAL KNOWLEDGE of:

Carpentry

Plumbing

Electrical

HVAC Systems

Welding

Construction

Rigging Equipment

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