KYLE S. PARRISH
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Results-driven professional specializing in hands-on application and innovative problem-solving. Exceptional mechanical skills, combined with a keen eye for detail, ensure precision in operation, testing, and interpretation. A strong commitment to delivering high-quality results enhances operational efficiency and reliability, driving continuous improvement within teams and projects. Dedicated to leveraging expertise to contribute positively to organizational goals and foster a culture of excellence.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Technical Support Specialist
Boeing
Bakersfield, CA
01.2026 - Current
- Coordinated daily operations, workflow priorities, and facility readiness to support mission-critical objectives and maximize operational efficiency.
- Oversaw maintenance, troubleshooting, and corrective actions for mechanical, electrical, propulsion, and support equipment systems.
- Maintained compliance with operational procedures, ESD controls, hazardous waste handling requirements, and environmental, health, safety, and quality standards in a high-accountability environment.
- Supported process improvement initiatives, technical documentation, and operational planning efforts to reduce downtime and improve system performance.
- Operated effectively in fast-paced environments requiring strong communication, decision-making, and technical problem-solving skills.
Production Test Technician 3
Northrop Grumman
Ridgecrest, CA
06.2025 - 01.2026
- Set up test apparatus and conduct tests of production assemblies and units following methods, procedures, standards, and sequences.
- Modify equipment by adding, removing, or altering components as defined by predetermined diagrams and sketches.
- Monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical processes or other control procedures.
- Perform repetitive and non-repetitive assembly operations on electronic and mechanical assemblies and subassemblies.
- Work from diagrams, drawings, and work instructions to meet customer requirements.
- Disassemble, modify, rework, reassemble, and test experimental or prototype assemblies and subassemblies according to specifications.
- Maintained accurate production records to track progress, identify areas for improvement and meet regulatory requirements.
- Repaired faults, reassembled products, and completed additional tests.
- Supported Three different on site programs
- Pressure testing through environmental chambers
- Read and interpreted missile documentation to determine repair feasibility and methods.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Collaborated with test engineers to meet project deadlines
- Missile free flight testing
- Active Secret Clearance
Production Test Technician 2
Northrop Grumman
Ridgecrest, CA
06.2024 - 06.2025
- Set up test apparatus and conduct tests of production assemblies and units following methods, procedures, standards, and sequences.
- Modify equipment by adding, removing, or altering components as defined by predetermined diagrams and sketches.
- Monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical processes or other control procedures.
- Perform repetitive and non-repetitive assembly operations on electronic and mechanical assemblies and subassemblies.
- Work from diagrams, drawings, and work instructions to meet customer requirements.
- Disassemble, modify, rework, reassemble, and test experimental or prototype assemblies and subassemblies according to specifications.
- Maintained accurate production records to track progress, identify areas for improvement and meet regulatory requirements.
- Repaired faults, reassembled products, and completed additional tests.
- Supported Three different on-site programs
- Read and interpreted missile documentation to determine repair feasibility and methods.
- Pressure testing through environmental chambers
- Read and interpreted missile documentation to determine repair feasibility and methods.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Collaborated with test engineers to meet project deadlines
- Missile free flight testing
Commercial Service Technician
Tennant Company
Bakersfield, CA
04.2021 - 09.2022
- Managed a central California service territory, conducting preventive maintenance and repairs on commercial cleaning equipment.
- Utilized various measuring and testing devices, including multimeters and amp clamps, for diagnostics and repairs.
- Interpreted electrical schematics and machine diagrams for troubleshooting and repair tasks.
- Replaced electronic components such as scrub motors, circuit boards, and LIDAR systems.
- Performed voltage drop and amp draw readings, ensuring equipment functionality.
- Conducted preventive maintenance and calibration of equipment to ensure operational efficiency.
- Reviewed Tennant's Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) and technical publications for updated anomalies or issues with products.
- Performed PCB board input/output, powers, and grounds testing as well as visual inspections on PCB boards as needed.
- Utilized Microsoft Excel data entry and data recording, as well as Word and Email for communication with customers and the corporate office.
- Worked independently and collaborated with team members to meet service goals.
Engineering Technician I
Sa-TECH
Ridgecrest, CA
11.2020 - 04.2021
- Manufactured, handled, and welded (MIG) military electronic equipment in a production environment.
- Electrical testing, repair, soldering, and data reporting of various military items.
- Performed visual inspections and tests on weapons systems, components, and containers.
- Performed advanced level maintenance (I and O level) of weapons and weapon systems, such as the replacement of wing slot seals, hardware, fairings, seals, latches, and other weapon components and parts.
- Performed maintenance by weapons program technical manuals and SOPs, replacing energetic and non-energetic weapon parts and components.
- Inspected various weapons, weapon systems, components, parts, containers, and support equipment to ensure it meets government standards and specifications.
- Fabricated shipping containers to facilitate the transportation of assets.
- Removed, cleaned, replaced, packed, sealed, and fixed defective parts of utility, supply, and disposal systems.
- Use of common hand tools, power tools, pneumatic tools, and measuring devices including but not limited to lift trucks, cranes, band saws, forklifts, auto ratchets, wrenches, measuring instruments ETC.
- Assisted with inventory checks and documentation of all maintenance and repair actions to include name of asset, serial number, national stock number, date of repair, materials used in repair, and other information as necessary.
- Forecasted inventory requirements to ensure product replenishment and supply.
- Interpreted and executed test requirements from written specifications and technical manuals.
- Documented all maintenance actions accurately, ensuring adherence to quality systems and standards.
- Operated environmental chambers
Service Technician
Kodiak Trucking Company
Bakersfield, CA
08.2019 - 11.2020
- Conducted welding (MIG) and fabrication for semi-truck trailer repairs.
- Retrieved and delivered parts to job sites, operated a forklift, and maintained workspace cleanliness.
Laborer
Parrish Harvesting
Bakersfield, CA
06.2015 - 08.2019
- Performed various tasks, including equipment maintenance and repair.
- Conducted welding (MIG) and fabrication of equipment parts.
- Operated heavy equipment, including a 20k forklift and various tractors.
- Maintained organization and cleanliness of job sites.
Education
High School -
Liberty High School
06.2020
Skills
- Electrical testing
- Failure analysis
- Test procedures
- Mechanical aptitude
- Equipment and tool calibration
- Testing and troubleshooting
- Equipment inspection
- Root-cause analysis
- Assembly
- Electrical systems
- MES
- EPLM
- Robo test
- Jericho
- CBMRE
- Jira
Timeline
Technical Support Specialist
Boeing
01.2026 - Current
Production Test Technician 3
Northrop Grumman
06.2025 - 01.2026
Production Test Technician 2
Northrop Grumman
06.2024 - 06.2025
Commercial Service Technician
Tennant Company
04.2021 - 09.2022
Engineering Technician I
Sa-TECH
11.2020 - 04.2021
Service Technician
Kodiak Trucking Company
08.2019 - 11.2020
Laborer
Parrish Harvesting
06.2015 - 08.2019
High School -
Liberty High School