Luis Saucedo

Experience

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  US Navy

  Mar 2003 - Mar 2011

  Aircraft Structural / Hydraulic Mechanic 3rd Class

  Aircraft Structural/Hydraulic Mechanic – NS Great lakes, IL | 2008 – 2011Aircraft Structural/Hydraulic Mechanic – Whidbey Island, WA | 2005 – 2008Aircraft Structural/Hydraulic Mechanic – Belleau Wood (LHA3), CA |2003 – 2005At the US Navy, I supported senior technicians with complicated tasks as well as repair and installation of Hydraulic components within systems. I was assigned with testing aircraft structures in line with set procedures, and performing non-destructive inspections. It was in this role where I developed an interest in learning more about hydraulic pumps and systems, and developed advanced skills in composite theory and repair. Show less

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  Kaney Aerospace

  Aug 2011 - Jan 2012

  Electrical Engineering Technician

  Working under the supervision of an experienced Electrical Engineer, I built instrumentation for equipment andverified schematics. For every project, I assured the quality and precision in drawings. I was also responsible for integrating the harnesses and modifying solenoid test bench.

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  NTS - National Technical Systems

  Sept 2012 - Feb 2014

  Dynamics Test Technician

  My job was to install and initiate the operations of the new Dynamics Lab (vibration / environmental) at the NTS Rockford campus. Along with installing four vibration tables and amplifiers valued at $250K, I affixed a five-foot centrifuge, five environmental chambers, and two rapid decompression chambers.Working here, I successfully diagnosed and resolved problems that arose due to vibration, environment and altitude.I scouted and analyzed data using the available calibrated tools, simultaneously, generating outcomes for external customers. I was also responsible for communicating test results with international customers and managing ITAR- sensitive information and client accounts.Highlights:✪ Certified as a Forklift Trainer✪ Certified as a CPR Show less

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  The Spaceship Company

  Feb 2014 - Nov 2020

  In my last employment, I led a team of 40 to ensure streamlined manufacturing across eight departments, three shifts and four locations- three in Mojave and one in Spaceport America in New Mexico. I was accountable for the development and implementation of refined processes and systems that helped to improve efficiency and achieve organizational objectives.During my tenure, I supervised floor technicians and managed workflow for shop staff. I was also responsible for guiding off-shift technicians through post-build vehicle modification and heavy maintenance intervals andcoordinated with QA, production control manufacturing, and design and mechanical engineering teams.One of my significant contribution to the company has been developing key processes like creation of specialty teams and structuring improved build methods. Furthermore, I reinforced compliance with COVID-19 protocols as well as other workplace safety regulations, all the while ensuring utmost productivity and efficiency.I ensured alignment of project objectives with master schedules and requirements and coordinated deliveries and testing dates with internal customers.Highlights:✪ Recognized as Certified Emergency Medical Responder (EMR)✪ One among the eight members in the Flight Security team. Show less I was promoted to a senior position within Instrumentation to integrate systems and avionics onto a composite structure while leading a team of technicians. This structure constituted flight controls, instrumentation, flight systems, propulsion systems, and mission control interface.I was accountable for a smooth progress through the weekends. I formulated and utilized instructions and blueprints to install drilling, Alodine, wire and assembly harnesses, click bonds, bracketry, measurement devices, propulsion, and other test instrumentation.Additionally, I assisted with instrumentation, propulsion, resolving test-related issues, and bond preparation for Virgin Galactic. Show less As the Avionics Technician, I supervised an eight-member team in the instrumentation of Virgin Orbit’s liquid-liquid and liquid-solid (hybrid) propulsion systems for Virgin Galactic and The Spaceship Company's new vertical test stands. To ensure proper instrumentation, I operated strain gages (gauges), load cells, thermal couples, RTD’s, fiberoptic sense line, transducers, and accelerometers.I played a significant role in managing avionics electrical ring out and resolving technical issues for VSS Unity(Spaceship 2 SN-002). As a part of my role I, documented more than ten test hot fires and spearheaded various operations including mission control integration for communications and telemetry of White Knight 2 and Spaceship.2. Furthermore, I supervised the installation of instrumentation systems and harnesses. I worked towards theassembling and modification of DAU's, FTD's, and DAS. Show less

  • Manufacturing System Supervisor

    Oct 2018 - Nov 2020

  • Senior Avionics Technician (Instrumentation)

    Feb 2018 - Oct 2018

  • Avionics Technician (Instrumentation)

    Dec 2015 - Jan 2018

  • Large-Scale Structural Specialist

    Feb 2014 - Nov 2015
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  Ingenium Aerospace LLC

  Mar 2021 - now

  • Project Manager

    Oct 2021 - now

  • Operations Supervisor

    Mar 2021 - Oct 2021