Michael Caetano
Mesa
Summary
Experienced professional with a comprehensive educational background in quality acceptance and electrical installation. Seeking a career change in Arizona. Thrives in collaborative team environments, possessing excellent communication skills. With 20 years of expertise as an MSE II aircraft inspector, consistently meets deadlines and successfully completes projects and assignments, showcasing dedication, adaptability, and a strong work ethic. Proven track record of success in education and work settings positions as a valuable asset for any organization.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Aircraft Technician Electrical installation
The Boeing Company
01.2021 - Current
- Follow manufacturing planning, blueprints, schematics and process specifications
- Conduct test procedures, using the DTMCO electrical test equipment
- Repair and rework sketches along with written and oral instructions to assemble, install, test, troubleshoot, rework, repair and modify aircraft assemblies along with their subassemblies, components, systems, and airframe structures on the aircraft
- Use of analytical problem-solving skill and advanced troubleshooting skills to perform functional systems testing of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, avionics, weapons, flight control, navigation, fuel management, and electronic systems
- Verifies and records completion of assemblies and testing
- Use of specialized tools such as calipers, torque wrenches, voltmeters and test equipment to install, close up and test major aircraft systems
- These systems include but are not limited to primary and secondary hydraulic assist, pneumatic, fuel, fire suppression, environmental control, flight controls and drive components to include engines, main rotor transmissions and gear boxes
- Use of various hand tools as well as electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment to perform assembly and installation operations
- Plan work and determine proper calibration and metrology of tools and equipment required to perform assembly
- At times, this includes disassembly, test and retest of aircraft systems from first assembly to final product buy off from DCMA
- Ensure all assemblies and detail parts are free of Foreign Object Debris (FOD) and non-conformances issues
- Report all non-conformances to manufacturing supervision or corrective action representative
- Prepare and document Non-Conforming tags noting deviations from specifications on dimensions, finishes, material, processes, or quality when required
- Follow all safety procedures and report unsafe conditions to safety officials and/or manufacturing supervision
- Report on job status and restraints to coworkers and supervision
- MSE II final inspection of installation Apache Aircraft harnesses & components
Quality Acceptance & Inspection Specialist
The Boeing Company & NASA
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Quality Acceptance with the internal customer during test process verification, for the Green Run of the Core Stage rocket of NASA`S Space Launch System (SLS) program to ensure mission assurance
- Verified product conformance to design requirements and provided objective evidence of results by performing quality control, surveillance and monitoring of SLS test procedures
- Visually inspected completed core stage I SLS rocket products for correct and accurate identification, visible damage and structural flaws on electromechanical units, sub-assemblies and electronic units
- Performed compliance inspections, data collection & analysis
- Objectively identified and evaluated the quality of products, operations and processes to QMS (Quality Management System) requirements, applicable company procedures, contract requirements or government regulations
- Verified certifying documents are complete and accurate to blueprint
- Segregated and controlled non-conforming items
- Reviewed rework dispositions
- Created and maintained FAI (First Article Inspection) reports, perform root cause analysis on nonconformance’s to identify the cause and to prevent reoccurrence
- Quality acceptance in data entry to ensure product quality retrieval with internal customer after green run test process verification
- Provided QA (Quality Assurance) technical operational knowledge in the assessment and repair recommendations in support of the SLS Artemis green run program
- Research of Boeing SLS specifications and drawings, determining acceptability of the assembly's main voltage parameter of rocket boosters and other critical components
- Worked with DCMA on non-conformances that were created during testing procedures and recommended corrective action
Environmental Technician
The Boeing Company
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Collects environmental samples such as Wastewater, air quality and chemicals
- Samples chemical containers and wastewater at specified stages of operation, to perform pH chemical analyses
- Conducts EH&S compliance inspection of local internal processes and practices
- Conducts documented inspections of hazardous waste, storage areas and containers
- Operates material handling equipment, hand tools and power equipment, such as forklifts and pallet jacks
- Tools used as necessary to receive, move, store and issue chemical material and tooling
- Work as a team member doing weekly site compliance inspections on SOP`S, UST`S & AST`S (Under Ground Storage Tanks & Above Ground Storage Tanks
- Communicate information of chemicals and materials using automated systems and manual reporting methods, to insure chemicals availability, such as SAP & MS office
- Assist the EH&S Manager in developing, implementing and maintaining environmental related programs
- These programs include waste management, wastewater management, spill response, air management, emergency preparedness plans and chemical approvals
- Expedite chemicals of assigned shortages through manufacturing or other processing departments by moving or arranging for the movement of urgent parts, materials, tools and equipment
- Experience with SAP, MS office, ASRS
- Utilize all 5S methods (sort, set, shine, standardize, sustain)
- Familiar and compliant with ISO 9001 & ISO 9002 manufacturing standards
Aircraft Technician Electrical Installation
The Boeing Company
01.2003 - 01.2014
- Assemble, disassemble, install, test, troubleshoot, rework, repair and modify aircraft mechanical or electrical assemblies, sub-assemblies
- Route and terminate electrical cables on the AH64 Apache Helicopter, per specifications
- Install and seal ground mods
- Mechanical assembly and installation of transmission struts per blueprint
- Member of a High-Performance Work Team, striving for continuous improvement
- Participated in companywide Accelerated Improvement Workshop to identify lean opportunities
- MSE II final inspection of installation Apache Aircraft harnesses
- Segregates and controls non-conforming items
- Reviews rework dispositions
- Created and maintained FAI (First Article Inspection) reports, perform root cause analysis on nonconformance’s to identify the cause and to prevent reoccurrence
- Verified certifying documents are complete and accurate to blueprint
- Provided MSE II technical HP Spec knowledge in the assessment and repair recommendations in support of the Apache Helicopter program
Electrical Mechanical Technician – V22, F15, C17, AWAC`S & Apache
The Boeing Company
01.1997 - 01.2003
- Responsible for build, test and process flow as they relate to design, manufacture and hardware of electrical wire harness assemblies
- Apply manufacturing knowledge to develop new materials, processes and tools to meet or exceed program requirements and customer expectations
- Conduct analysis to determine reasons for failures of materials, parts, tools or processes
- MSE II final inspection of Aircraft wire harnesses
- Verified certifying documents are complete and accurate to blueprint
- Provided MSE II technical Specs knowledge in the assessment and repair recommendations in support of multiple military programs
Education
Supply Chain Certificate Program -
The University of Arizona State
Mesa, AZSkills
- Preventive Maintenance
- Visual inspection expertise
- Field data collection
- Mechanical troubleshooting
Certification
40 Hour Hazwoper
The University of Arizona State
Timeline
Aircraft Technician Electrical installation
The Boeing Company
01.2021 - Current
Quality Acceptance & Inspection Specialist
The Boeing Company & NASA
01.2017 - 01.2021
Environmental Technician
The Boeing Company
01.2014 - 01.2017
Aircraft Technician Electrical Installation
The Boeing Company
01.2003 - 01.2014
Electrical Mechanical Technician – V22, F15, C17, AWAC`S & Apache
The Boeing Company
01.1997 - 01.2003
Supply Chain Certificate Program -
The University of Arizona State
Similar Profiles
Stefany FreemanStefany Freeman
Assembly Mechanic at THE BOEING COMPANYAssembly Mechanic at THE BOEING COMPANY
Cuong CaoCuong Cao
Took Maker at The Boeing CompanyTook Maker at The Boeing Company
Barbara CromptonBarbara Crompton
Project Manager at The Boeing Company - Boeing Test & EvaluationProject Manager at The Boeing Company - Boeing Test & Evaluation
JACOB WILEYJACOB WILEY
Quality Assurance Inspector at THE BOEING COMPANYQuality Assurance Inspector at THE BOEING COMPANY
Omar BazanOmar Bazan
Collections at Gm FinancialCollections at Gm Financial