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CARLOS DURAN

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

Twenty years of aerospace mechanical experience. Excellent reputation as a self-motivated individual with a high performance rate and keeping with first time quality. Capable of working in both a team and individual environment. A contributor to bottom line results.

WORK OF EXPERIENCE

March 2011 – March 2012 CDI/Parker Aerospace Irvine, CA

Assemble Test Technician

In Pneumatics Division built and tested various pneumatic valve assemblies. Proficient in use of high pressure test equipment. Responsible for improving and updating tools that aided in assembly process of both fuel and pneumatic areas. Previously assigned to Fuel Department of Mil Cell 1 and Mix Cell. Proficient in assembly and testing of numerous valves. Able to troubleshoot and repair returned units. Proficient in the use of fuel and oil test stands including high flow units. Developed rapport with mechanical engineers in solving time constraint problems and correcting issues with Solumina program. Able to apply previous aircraft structure experience to resolve assembly issues. Assisted in development of new assembly procedures resulting in cost saving measures. Partnered with Engineering to develop and enhance test fixtures.

November 2005 – March 2009 Yanks Air Museum Chino, CA

Sheet Metal Mechanic

Rebuild, repair and replicate aircraft parts using blueprints, computer generated drawings from 1940’s. Museums primary objective to return all aircrafts to air worthy status. Ability to apply modern day aircraft fabrication experience to assist in the repair/restoration process of dated aircrafts. Rewired and repaired electric and hydraulic assemblies. Operation of heavy equipment – boom lift, crane (overhead and boom) and various forklifts.

January 2005 – August 2005 Smith’s Aerospace Corona, CA

Hydro-Electric Assembler

Assembled prototype hydraulic motors and pump systems. Work closely with Engineering in development of fuel system for both WA.R.P. and H.D.U. Responsible for installation of all electrical, fuel and hydraulic components related to both W.A.R.P. and H.D.U. projects. Completed or assisted in repairs of components or repairs to units on both shop floor and test lab. Certified/Licensed by ATF to handle and carry explosive. Forklift certified to a capacity of 5,000 lbs.

August 2003 – December 2004 Fiesta Development Corona, CA

Customer Service Representative

Liaison between home owner and company. Coordinated customer service work between home owner and sub-contractor. Facilitated work order completion. Conducted pre and final walk-throughs on homes. Inspected home at rough phase. In absence of sub-contractor, completed necessary work to meet deadlines. Followed up on sub-contractor commitment and job completion.

June 2002 – April 2003 Compliance Erosion Control Corona, CA

House Prepper/Labor Foreman

Prepared house to builder specifications prior to final walk-through. Tasks included but not limited to verifying all appliances functioned properly; make necessary adjustments or repairs. Validate work is complete, properly and neat. Coordinated and delegated authority for repairs to satisfy warranty and/or sub-contractor responsibilities. Established good rapport and worked closely with assigned customer service representatives, site assistants/superintendents. Worked closely with laborers and sub-contractors using bilingual skills. Supervised 22 laborers as foreman. Assigned daily duties, coordinated assignments and transportation with co-foreman. Supervised erosion control placements at various developments. Supervised and assisted in the relocation of developer’s corporate office.

April 2001 – April 2002 Goodrich Aerospace Riverside, CA

Assembler

Assembled MD-11 and Airbus A-300 cargo barrier. Aided in the implementation of new drilling and processing standards. Developed a lean program to aid in the rapid and profitable way of manufacturing such barriers. Assigned to F-15 and aleron assembly and production.

August 1988 – January 2001 Boeing Long Beach, CA

Structural Mechanic (K2J)

Knowledge of precision measuring equipment including micrometers, calipers, torque wrenches. Skilled in use of pneumatic tools. Certified in overhead crane, load rigging, respirator and safe tank entry. Ability to read blue prints. Applicable computer training. Eight years experience on MD-11 commercial aircraft. E-barrel to wing join. Installed and repaired over-wing fillet panels (composite materials) that required custom fittings. Four years team leader experience; responsible for receiving, off loading, joining and leveling center fuselage and wing assemblies. Assigned to train new department mechanics. Selected to complete repairs directly related to job and to perform out-of-position repair work for other departments. Lead mechanic on FAA repair team established working relationship with FAA & FAI inspectors on time critical jobs with customers present during repairs.

MILITARY EXPERIENCE

November 1984 – August 1987 United States Air Force

Weapons System Technician

Member of 35th Tactical Training Wing, George AFB, 831 Air Division. Responsible for loading and maintaining entire weapon system of F4E Phantom aircraft. Performed functional check of all delivery systems on and off aircraft. Maintained and installed M61A1, 20mm nose gun including functional and boresighting checks. All aircrafts were maintained at a constant combat readiness status.

EDUCATION

Brevard Community College Associates Degree Physical Therapy, Physical Education

Community College of the Air Force Weapons Technology

REFERENCES

Randy Bloomfield 505-***-**** Professional & Personal

Veronica Verdusco-Garcia 909-***-**** Personal

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