Professional Summary
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Work History
Education
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Secora Diaz

Northrop Grumman
Lucedale
1
Certification
5
years of professional experience

Experienced Aircraft Maintenance Technician with over 4 years of hands-on experience in assembling and modifying aerospace structures and components. Proven leadership skills with prior experience supervising ramp operations and enforcing safety protocols. Demonstrates strong attention to quality and works independently with minimal supervision.

Work History

Aircraft Maintenance Technician 3 (Lead)

4 Years 4 Months
Northrop Grumman | 07.2022 - Current
  • Serving as acting lead since July 2026, coordinating daily work, answering questions, and supporting production flow for a team of 10 mechanics.
  • Filling in for manager during absences, providing direction on priorities, reinforcing safety and quality expectations, and escalating issues as needed.
  • Performed assembly of major aerospace structures including fuselage panels, skins, etc.
  • Executed part-fitting operations such as filing, sawing, burning, crimping, trimming, drilling, and reaming.
  • Measured and verified parts using micrometers and calipers to ensure dimensional accuracy.
  • Modified and completed assemblies based on structural changes.
  • Maintained quality standards using statistical process and control procedures.
  • Recognized with multiple BRAVO awards for improving quality and ensuring first-time accuracy.
  • Assisted in training new technicians, sharing knowledge and expertise to ensure high-quality workmanship.
  • Inspected airframes to detect wear and other defects.
  • Developed strong relationships with colleagues, fostering a positive work atmosphere conducive to teamwork and effective communication.
  • Consistently met or exceeded performance metrics required to maintain operational efficiency.
  • Consistently worked independently with minimal supervision.

Ramp Agent

11 Months
FedEx (AFL, Express Transportation and Supply Chain Services) | 08.2021 - 07.2022
  • Led a team of three ramp agents in loading and unloading A300 Airbus cargo planes.
  • Managed weight and balance operations, and ensured safety protocol compliance.
  • Handled dangerous goods and maintained up-to-date paperwork.
  • Played a key role in daily ramp activity oversight.

Education

Associate of Science - Industrial Engineering Technology

Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College | Perkinston, MS | 05-2027

High School Diploma

East Central High School | Hurley, MS | 05-2020

Skills

Aerospace assembly & maintenance
Team leadership & supervision
Quality assurance & control
Tool & measurement proficiency
Safety compliant
Independent work ethic
Parts inspection
Sealant application
Team building
Multitasking

Certification

A&P Certificate

Timeline

Aircraft Maintenance Technician 3 (Lead)

Northrop Grumman
07.2022 - CurrentRead More

Ramp Agent

FedEx (AFL, Express Transportation and Supply Chain Services)
08.2021 - 07.2022Read More

Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College

Associate of Science from Industrial Engineering Technology
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East Central High School

High School Diploma
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Secora Diaz