Levi J. Hepp
Chesterton, IN *6304
Cell: 765-***-****
Home: 219-***-****
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Professional Objective
Acquire a position where I may apply my knowledge in Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CADD) and Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM) in a challenging and comprehensive technical workplace.
Academic Preparation
Associate of Applied Science in Design Technology- Graduated Summa Cum Laude 5/2011
Ivy Tech Community College, P.O. Box 1373, Kokomo, IN 46903-1373
Employment Summary
Mechanical CAD Designer
Girtz Industries, Inc., 5626 N. East Shafer Dr. Moticello, IN 47960
May 2011- July 2011
• Utilize input from mechanical engineers and take measurements from ISO shipping containers to design and model parts using Solidworks 2010 3D parametric modeling software for use in Power Package Units.
• Create Assembly models in Solidworks, combining aforementioned individual parts and placing them in top level models of Power Package Units.
• Assemble Drawing packets for use in both sales presentations for potential customers and to create working drawings for part fabrication and top level assembly on production floor.
• Interact with area leaders to clear up any questions during fabrication/assembly processes.
Design Technology Laboratory Assistant
Ivy Tech Community College, P.O. Box 1373, Kokomo, IN 46903-1373
August 2009- December 2010
• Maintain laboratory equipment, software and networks in CADD laboratory for main college campus.
• Assist department chair and students with daily work and activities.
• Prepare and revise drawing exercises for use in AutoCAD classes.
• Perform duties in support of Indiana Robotics Grant (IRE) including; robot building and repairs, document and assembly drawing production and construction of mechanisms used for training.
Preventive Maintenance Technician
Porter Engineered Systems, 19635 U.S. 31, Westfield, IN 46074-9685
July 2006- July 2008
• Performed preventive maintenance on assembly line machines including daily cleaning, calibrating and recording of performance read-outs.
• Reported mechanical issues to supervisor and interacted with maintenance team to address mechanical issues.
• Operated and diagnosed preventive maintenance issues on robotic arm welders.
• Executed quality control procedures and packed approved automotive parts for shipment.
Awards/ Honors
NASA, Zero Gravity Flight Education- Team Lead for SkyFab 2011
NASA, National Collegiate Aerospace Scholar Program (pilot year) 2010
-On sight awarded Most Honorable Scholar
American Tech. Ed. Association (ATEA) Award of excellence Nominee 2010
Ivy Tech Community College Dean’s List 2009, 2010, 2011
Phi Theta Kappa National Honor Society 2009
Boy Scouts of America, rank of Eagle Scout 1994
Professional Affiliations
NASA NCAS alumni 2010
Autodesk Users Group International 2009
National Eagle Scout Association 1994
Business References
Deborah Hutchings
Aerospace Scholars
MAS/CAS/NCAS Program Manager
Office of Educational/External Relations
NASA – Johnson Space Center
Office: 281-***-****
Fax: (575) 525/7977
Linda Goldsberry
Area Leader, Porter Engineered Systems
Kokomo, IN 46901
Personal References
Ralph D. Ayres
State Representative/ High School Instructor
Chesterton, IN 46304
James Boedeker
Computer Programmer
Valparaiso, IN 46383
Eric Scott
Detective, Gary, IN Police Department
Valparaiso, IN 46383