Carlos Olozagaste
San Diego
Summary
Experienced technician, well-prepared for composite roles, with expertise in fabricating, repairing, and maintaining composite structures. Proven ability to support team collaboration and adapt to changing project needs. Skilled in using advanced composite materials, hand tools, and precision measuring instruments. Known for reliability, strong work ethic, and results-driven approach.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Composite Technician
General Atomics
01.2008 - Current
- Read and interpret engineering drawings, an understanding for drawing symbols, flag notes and general notes
- Dry fit to check the part assembly or to check if any adjustment are needed
- Assembly of structures including setup, bonding and fastener applications
- Trimming and finishing of composite and composite metallic assemblies
- Assembly of structures including setup, bonding and fastener applications
- Laminate assemblies by determining proper placement of composite materials into molds.
- Prepare parts for bagging, including placement of vacuum connections. Check seals on completed bagged parts for leaks
- Make basic layouts on parts or assemblies in order to establish reference points and to check dimensions using calipers, micrometers, precision scales and torque wrenched
- Must be able to work per engineering drawings as well as both written and verbal instructions
- Apply sealers, releases, base coats and finish coats using various spray equipment.
- Perform product inspection and rework as required
- Composite Materials: Proficiency in various composite materials (e.g., carbon fiber, fiberglass), and repair methods.
- Inspection Techniques: Visual inspection, dimensional inspection using precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, etc.)
- Reading and Interpreting Drawings: Ability to understand engineering drawings, specifications, and tolerances.
QC Inspector
Safety Syringes
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Record the tension of the spring
- Record material information
- Maintain a detail log of each material coil.
- Measure all the plastic components of the syringes in a Digital Optical Comparator
- Weight the material and take measurement of the material with calipers and micrometer.
- Cut the material to specific lengths.
- Inspect plastic mold
- Measure the syringes to meet blueprint specifications.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mira Mesa High
San Diego, CA01.2003
Skills
- Detail oriented
- Ability to multi-task effectively
- Desire to learn and excel
- Dependable
- Safety processes
- Adhesive bonding techniques
- Organization and planning
- Hand tools
- Continuous improvement initiatives
- Safety protocols
- Health and safety compliance
- Equipment maintenance
- Precision measurement tools
- Rework and repair
- Operating hand tools
- Surface preparation methods
- Composite parts assembly
- Trimming and finishing
- Composite repair techniques
- Assembling composite parts
- Vacuum bagging techniques
- Bonding application
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking
- Worksite safety
- Multitasking Abilities
- Critical thinking
- Work order completion
- Team collaboration
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Relationship building
- Safety procedures
- Task prioritization
- Blueprint reading
- Product inspection
Timeline
Composite Technician
General Atomics
01.2008 - Current
QC Inspector
Safety Syringes
01.2006 - 01.2008
High School Diploma -
Mira Mesa High
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