Austin Torres
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Credentials
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Remote Pilot for Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems
Federal Aviation AdministrationJan, 2022- Oct, 2024 -
Fundamentals of Engineering Exam
NCEESMar, 2018- Oct, 2024 -
Repairman's Certificate
Federal Aviation AdministrationMar, 2018- Oct, 2024 -
Airframe & Powerplant
Federal Aviation AdministrationJul, 2015- Oct, 2024
Experience
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MILTECH
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United States
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1 - 100 Employee
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Solutions Engineer ll
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Jul 2021 - Present
Accelerating the transition of new technology to the U.S. war fighter. Accelerating the transition of new technology to the U.S. war fighter.
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Project Engineer / Quality Manager / Shop Forman
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Aug 2019 - Jul 2021
• Responsible for project execution through schedule preparation, budgeting, vendor sourcing, and being client main point of contact.• Assisted with programming CAM with Fusion 360 and operation of a HAAS VF-4 CNC Mill with 5th axis capabilities.• Worked alongside engineers to aid in the design and modeling of custom projects, prioritize deadlines, and oversee project progress• Communicated with engineers, machinists, and manufacturing crew to develop design criteria internally and externally of the company.• Developed, implemented, and maintained Quality Management Principals and Lean Manufacturing Solutions such as fixtures and processes to carry out projects efficiently and reliably with faster turnaround times, and fewer discrepancies on the production line.• Developed, analyzed, and interpreted manufacturing data, such as engineering drawings, maintenance manual procedures, and other technical documentation for every-day problem solving. Show less
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Fabricator
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May 2019 - Aug 2019
• Design and manufacture custom parts using CAD modeling software and metal fabrication methods.• Operate CNC plasma table and manual mill to produce steel and aluminum parts.• Source and maintain machine tooling and stock material for each project.
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Ascent Vision Technologies (AVT)
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United States
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Defense and Space Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Project Intern
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Jan 2018 - Dec 2018
• Worked alongside three Mechanical Engineering students to design, draft and manufacture a retract mechanism capable of deploying and retracting Ascent Vision’s CM122 camera into and out of a specified Unmanned Aerial Vehicle. • Performed relevant engineering analysis, such as Static, Dynamic, Vibration and Fatigue, to verify functionality throughout full operating range of the mechanism. • Worked alongside three Mechanical Engineering students to design, draft and manufacture a retract mechanism capable of deploying and retracting Ascent Vision’s CM122 camera into and out of a specified Unmanned Aerial Vehicle. • Performed relevant engineering analysis, such as Static, Dynamic, Vibration and Fatigue, to verify functionality throughout full operating range of the mechanism.
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Signature TECHNICAir
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United States
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Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
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100 - 200 Employee
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Aircraft Mechanic
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Aug 2015 - Dec 2018
• Maintained detailed records of all work conducted, inspections performed, conditions found, and safety compliances in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Regulations. • Interpreted engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, data charts and maintenance manuals to gain information for aircraft diagnostic. • Repaired, modified, and inspected aircraft systems including engines, propellers, landing gear, hydraulic equipment, radio instruments, and airframes, in per FAA regulations and the aircraft manufacturer’s recommendations to fulfill customer requirements. • Experienced with piston engine and turbo jet service. (Airbus, Citation, Bombardier, Embraer, Beech Craft, Cirrus, etc…) • Performed Aircraft on ground (AOG) maintenance in house, and in the field service as needed. • Performed Pitot / Static and Transponder testing and calibration. • Maintained detailed records concerning all work conducted, inspections performed, conditions found, and safety compliance. • Prepared inventories and recorded aircraft parts/components in order to prevent corrosion, failure or misuse. • Interpreted engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, data charts, and maintenance manuals. • Thorough knowledge and ability to maintain, repair, modify, and inspect aircraft systems including, engines, propellers, landing gear, hydraulic equipment, radio instruments, and airframes in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations and aircraft manufacturer's recommendations. Show less
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Accurate Aviation
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Santa Barbara, California Area
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Avionics Technician/ Engineering Intern
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Jun 2012 - May 2015
• Performed line maintenance and annual inspections on general aviation piston aircraft. (Cessna, Piper, Beech Craft, Cirrus, etc..) • Avionics installation, diagnostic, and maintenance on piston and business jet aircraft. • Assisted in the avionics upgrade and installation on Boeing 747sp aircraft. • Engineering internship and training for instrument panel design and testing on Boeing 747sp aircraft. • Performed line maintenance and annual inspections on general aviation piston aircraft. (Cessna, Piper, Beech Craft, Cirrus, etc..) • Avionics installation, diagnostic, and maintenance on piston and business jet aircraft. • Assisted in the avionics upgrade and installation on Boeing 747sp aircraft. • Engineering internship and training for instrument panel design and testing on Boeing 747sp aircraft.
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O'Reilly Auto Parts
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United States
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Retail
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700 & Above Employee
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Assistant Manager
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Jan 2011 - Jun 2012
• Managed projects and employee relations; assigned tasks to other associates, performed inventory maintenance, monitored sales, and assisted customer inquiries as needed. • Responsible for sales, profitability, appearance, and overall operations of the store. • Supported other roles as a Parts Specialist by providing retail and professional installers with a high level of customer service. • Objectives were to show consistent sales growth, insure store projects propel the O’Reilly image, operate the store as a profit center, and follow policies and procedures to ensure company is operating as economically and efficiently as possible. Show less
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Education
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2015 - 2018
Montana State University-Bozeman
Bachelor of Science - BS, Mechanical Engineering / Aerospace -
2011 - 2015
Santa Barbara City College
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Engineering -
2009 - 2010
Universal Technical Institute, Inc.
Diploma, Automotive Technology/Technician
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