Christopher Kelso

acglng@r.postjobfree.com

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Sarasota, Fl, 34232

941-***-****

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

• Lead tasks such as locating of major structural components, such as ribs and composite wing skins. Also

was put on a special team using meteorology to locate wing to body parts on the wings within tolerance

of .005 in any direction

• Research and Development team designed components and or systems to meet the needs and

requirements of contracts

• Trim and file parts to fit within tolerance such as countersinking, reaming, riveting, cutting,

bending all IAW the planning, print and build specs assuring quality to its best

• Over eight years of Metal/Composite fabrication, painting, and composite building/ repair

• Knowledge of specialty designed maintenance documentation programs

• Ability to design, fabricate, and or improve structural/ cosmetic components Preparing layout

patterns and templates to fabricate metallic and non-metallic parts making repairs to aircraft structure using

band saws, power rollers, grinders, press-break, shears, and hydro press and also the ability to shrink or

stretch metal

• Electrically bonded all parts using bond meter with dissimilar materials such as carbon fiber-

aluminum structure, or aluminum to aluminum with bare mating surface or with sealant all verified by

inspection process after install with eddie bolt, jsf bolt, rivet, or hi-lok

• Routinely troubleshoot hydraulic problems while doing inspections and on the go launches

• Jacked aircraft to operate landing gear for problems or pre checks for aircraft carrier operations

• Removed and replaced aircraft fuel cells and numerous flight control surfaces, actuators and re-

manufactured control cables

• Regularly preformed pre-flight inspections, corrosion inspections, (NDI) non-destructive

inspections and corrected all discrepancies as per repair manuals

• Painted new aircraft weekly sanding prepping and spraying paint in prevention of corrosion. Use

of adhesion promoters, corrosion prevention chemicals and techniques In Accordance With Corrosion Control

Manuel and SRM

EXPERIENCE

April 4 2011 – Present

Lockheed Martin, Gyrocam Systems FSR (Apr. 2011 to Present)

• Regularly train new employees how to operate, troubleshoot, fix, install and rebuild a Gyrocam

system

• Assisted with a Technical Manual for the system clarifying questions the customer had and

creating troubleshooting procedures

• Site Lead responsible for personnel convoy scheduling, parts ordering, inventory, training, repairs,

and point of contact with the customer

• Performed a variety of functions such as the installation, maintenance, and repair of the

Gyrocam Systems and Subsystems.

• Determines technical solution in accordance with product and customer specifications, and

recommends actions to company or customer representatives for coordinative product

solution.

• Conducts technical training and product briefing with customers, and company representatives.

• Acts as local on-site representative to customer’s organization.

• Conducts technical analysis of product implementations, modifications and enhancements to

product in accordance with specific customer specifications and implementations.

• Successfully completed the Gyrocam training: Vehicle Optic Sensor System-(VOSS) 1 and 2

Operation Instructor Certification Training, VOSS Camera Operator Certification Training, and

VOSS Maintenance Certification Training. Completed 8hr level 2 Class-3 soldering training.

• Held formal training for operating and troubleshooting the Gyrocam system

• Responsible for: Installing and repairing any of a variety of electrical components such as

azimuth/elevation motors, azimuth/elevation sensors, replacing flex cables, soldering wires,

replaced circuit replaced 25 ft masts,and other subsystems. Worked from schematics,

engineering drawings, troubleshooting flow charts, and other specifications.

Nov 29 2010 – Arpil 3 2011 F-35 Lightning II

Lockheed Martin

• Trouble shoot landing gear, hydraulic systems, flight control, and

structural problems

• Preformed non-destructive dye penetrant (NDI) inspections on

components under high stress for cracks to prevent failure of systems

• Fiber optic troubleshooting, splicing, cleaning, install and removal of

optic systems

• Assembles structural parts and components to meet requirements

for preserving structural integrity.

• Designs, repairs, modifies and fabricates aircraft, metal, plastic,

composite, advanced composite, low observables, and bonded

structural parts and components.

• Assesses damage to aircraft structural components. Advises on

structural, modification, and corrosion protection treatment with

respect to original strength, weight, and contour to maintain structural

integrity.

• Assembles repairs using special fasteners and adhesives.

• Checks repairs for serviceability according to specifications and -

technical publications.

• Uses metalworking equipment and tools to form, cut, bend, and

fasten replacement or repair parts to damaged structures and

components.

• Fabricates, repairs, and assembles tubing and cable assemblies for

aerospace weapon systems.

• Maintains and inspects tools and equipment. Performs operator -

maintenance and service inspections on shop equipment and tools.

• Inspects structures and components and determines operational

status. Interprets inspection findings, and determines corrective action

adequacy.

Sept 20 – Sept 23

Aeroframe Services

• Attended training on Boeing and Airbus aircraft for C&D checks for customer specific

maintenance U.S. Airways, FedEx, Frontier

Construction Team Construction

Apr-2010 – July 2010

• Creates project work plans and revises as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements

of client.

• Manages day-to-day operational aspects of a bid and scope.

• Reviews delivered material is correct before team utilizes it on clients property.

• Effectively applies our methodology and enforces bid standards.

• Prepares for engagement reviews and quality assurance procedures.

• Ensures bid documents are complete, current, and stored appropriately.

• Understands how to communicate difficult/sensitive information tactfully.

• Analyzes project profitability, revenue, margins, bill rates and utilization also creates project

budgets.

• Helps the organization create additional pricing and bidding models.

• Effectively communicates relevant bid information to superiors.

• Writes client bids utilizing templates with accurate information and pricing.

• Reviews, prepares, and submits any forms and reports related to the bid as directed.

• Assists the Sales Team and Project Management team as needed.

• Create computerized drawings as needed for a accurate bid.

• Compile an accurate list of materials for each bid for purchase when awarded.

Aircraft Assembly F-35 Lightning II

Lockheed Martin

Oct 2009-Apr 2010

• Trained new employees of the aircraft build process.

• Electrically bonded all parts using bond meter with dissimilar materials such as carbon fiber-

aluminum structure, or aluminum to aluminum with bare mating surface or with sealant all verified by

inspection process after install with eddie bolt, jsf bolt, rivet, or hi-lok

• Signed off procedures through inspection processes and verifying of materials and products used on

aircraft.

• Worked from drawings, prints, and detailed engineering instructions for assembly and factory repairs

for the F-35. Regularly performing entire buildup using controlled tooling along with build to print

items, including tear down and assembly of wings and its components.

• Perform in process inspections and final inspections of work before proceeding to next station.

• Also kept everything clean and labeled up to date as per 6S.

• Use Man Lift for rigging of large wings lifted by overhead cranes to put in new tooling.

• Trim and file parts to fit within tolerance such as countersinking, reaming, riveting, cutting,

bending measuring parts with micrometers and calipers to verify dimensions all IAW the planning, print and

build specs assuring quality to its best.

Aircraft Assembly UH-60 Blackhawk

Vought Aircraft

Feb 2009 –Oct 2009

• Trained and led a crew to build the aircraft through procedures

• Work from engineering drawings, blueprints, quality procedures and instructions, operation sheets,

military specifications and procedures, work sheets and verbal instructions.

• Perform a variety of riveting and structural assembly operations Perform fitting and rework

operations prepare and maintain necessary documentation and records.

• Read and interpret withholding tags, standard specifications and standard repair manual.

• Approve and stamp acceptable assemblies that meet specifications and reject assemblies that do

not meet requirements.

• Know and utilize current cost tracking system.

• Adhere to all applicable safety and operational procedures and directives.

• Assist and instruct lower classified assemblers.

• Perform Production Accountability duties associated with the processing, verification, quality

auditing and inspection of assemblies, parts and tooling for the individual has been delegated production

accountability.

• Regularly perform rigging and Operate crane functions to move entire aircraft to next assembly

station.

• Bring to the attention of supervision all malfunctions, defects and damages of equipment,

material and product.

Aircraft Structural Mechanic Boeing 737

Speqtrum Aero Space

Sept 2008- Feb 2009

• Routinely assemble cargo bay surround structures for Boeing 737 Airliners

• Assemble parts by precisely aligning and drilling close tolerance holes for multiple size hi-lock

fasteners and rivets

• Noticed for clean and precise work in an appropriate amount of time

• Install all parts and fasteners with sealant as per planning and print call out

• Cross-trained to multiple stations to help, improve, train, or speed up processes

• Repaired all major defects In Accordance With structural directives given by DRB

• Ability to learn new assembles quickly and accurately while making sure it is done right the first

time

• Preformed Inspections for proper installations and integrities in accordance with Engineering

specifications, work orders and prints on all work assemblies

• Performed Production Accountability duties associated with the processing, verification, quality

auditing and inspection of assemblies, parts and tooling for production accountability

Aircraft Structural Hydraulic Mechanic EA-6B Prowler

U.S. Navy Aug 2005-Apr 2008

• Preparing layout patterns and templates to fabricate metallic and non-metallic parts making

repairs to aircraft structure using band saws, power rollers, grinders, press-break, shears, and hydro press and

also the ability to shrink or stretch metal

• Routinely performed preflight and post flight inspections as well as Performing daily / special

aircraft inspections on four naval aircraft EA-6B Prowlers checks and also fuel contamination by draining

sumps and fuel drains operates ground support equipment such as electrical power carts and auxiliary power

units, examine tires for specified air pressures and condition, assist in jacking and towing aircraft, servicing

aircraft and aircraft washes

• Trouble shoot landing gear, hydraulic systems, flight control, and structural problems

• Preformed non-destructive dye penetrant inspections on components under high stress for cracks

to prevent failure of systems

• Used schematic diagrams, drawings, utilizing aircraft technical publications

• Detected and assisted in correction and prevention of corrosion: prepares, primes, and paints

aircraft surfaces in conjunction with applying identification markings

• Repaired composite parts ranging from delaminating or cracked and busted parts for P-3 and EA-

6B aircraft

• Directed incoming and outgoing aircraft to and from the flight line directing the pilot during

launch and recovery using hand signals or with wands

Reinstall repaired or replacement parts using riveting or welding tools, clamps, and

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wrenches.

Repair, replace, and rebuild aircraft structures and sections, such as wings, fuselage,

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rigging, and hydraulic units.

Repair or fabricate aircraft sections or parts, using metal fabricating machines, saws,

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brakes, shears, and grinders.

Trim and shape replacement section to specified size and fit.

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Secure section in place using adhesives, hand tools, and power tools.

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Read work orders, blueprints, and specifications.

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Examine sample or damaged part or structure to determine repair or fabrication

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procedures and steps of operations.

Locate and mark dimension and reference lines on defective or replacement part using

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templates, scribes, compass, and steel rule.

Remove or cut out defective part or drill holes to gain access to internal defect or

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damage, using drill and punch.

Communicate with other workers to fit and align heavy parts or discuss processing of

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repair parts.

Clean, strip, prime, and sand structural surfaces and materials prior to bonding.

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Cure bonded structure, using portable or stationary curing equipment.

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Apply primer and finish coats, including stripping and other detail work

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Touch up primer and finish coats, including color matching and blending

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Lay out paint schemes and design templates

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Apply markings to parts and aircraft using several methods and Designs templates

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Work from detailed blueprints, fabrication, assembly outlines, sketches, patterns, and

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written or verbal instructions to plan material requirements, the sequence of operations

and fabricate to predetermined configurations.

Set up and operate such typical shop equipment as paint mixers, stencil maker, ID

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printers, and other general shop equipment and tools to complete work assignments

Develops application plans and methods

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Provide guidance and training to new or lesser skilled paint operation personnel.

Performs work in both FOD critical and FOD sensitive environments, ensures all

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assemblies and detail parts are free of Foreign Object Debris (FOD) and non-

conformances issues

Check units for compliance using hand held precision measuring equipment, such as wet

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gauges and scales

noting deviations from specifications on dimensions, finishes, material, processes, or

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quality

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

LOCKHEED MARTIN

• Gyrocam troubleshooting training

• Gyrocam operators training Certification

• Gyrocam Trainer Certification

• F-35 CADRE Aircraft Systems Training

• F-35 Fiber Optics repair Training

U.S. NAVY AUG, 25 2005

Aviation Structural Mechanic Core, Metal Fabrication, Shipboard Aircraft Fire Fighting, SCBA Land Based

Firefighting, Aviation Fundamentals

Pensacola, FL / Whidbey Island, WA

SOUTHEASTERN CAREER CENTER AUG, 24 2002-2004

Automotive Collision/Paint and Technology, Obtained Most Outstanding Student Award and Fifteen Hundred Dollars

of Snap-On Tools 2002 and 2004

• Assisted in frame straightening on numerous automobiles

• Rebuilt ten semi trucks from the frame up from rollover accidents completely replacing the entire

cab with a new unit

• Transferred all components from entire wrecked semi cab units into new units making the rigs

operational within a week

• Preformed complete overall paint schemes on personal automobiles, completely restored

three classic cars from the ground up engine, drive train, body fabrication and customizing enabling one of

the cars to be in the top twenty of a Florida car show circuit and in the August issue of Muscle Mustangs and

Fast Fords

Versailles, IN

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