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STEVEN BELTRAN

Lancaster

Summary

Ambitious Entry-Level Engineer with aerospace experience and a diverse technical background seeking to leverage problem-solving abilities, lean principles, and hands-on expertise to drive continuous improvement, operational excellence, and professional growth.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Beautification Technician

City of Lancaster
05.2026 - Current
  • Maintain landscaping in medians and public areas to enhance aesthetics
  • Trim trees, shrubs, and plants for optimal growth and appearance
  • Install and repair irrigation systems to ensure efficient water use
  • Clean city properties and Right-of-Ways to promote community standards
  • Remove graffiti and debris to maintain a clean environment
  • Assist with contractor coordination and manage maintenance requests effectively
  • Utilize landscaping equipment and power tools safely to minimize risks
  • Track work orders, maintenance records, and materials for accurate reporting

Grounds Maintenance

Antelope Valley College
01.2024 - 05.2026
  • Executed watering and fertilization schedules to promote healthy plant growth and landscape aesthetics
  • Performed lawn and landscape maintenance to enhance visual appeal and ensure safety of grounds
  • Sprinkler system management
  • Parking lot and grounds maintenance
  • Equipment operation, vehicle operation, and supply handling
  • Maintained accurate transaction records to ensure accountability and support inventory management

Construction Contractor

Self Employed
03.2019 - 01.2024
  • Executed framing, drywall installation, plumbing, and electrical work to meet project specifications
  • Delivered comprehensive construction services tailored to client needs
  • Developed detailed project plans, timelines, and budgets

Aircraft Mechanic l

Northrop Grumman
12.2017 - 03.2019
  • Translated blueprints into fabrications of structural assemblies to include precision drilling, countersinking, and the use of calibrated tools
  • Performed part-fitting operations burring, trimming, framing, riveting, and reaming
  • Used precision tools to measure parts such as ball gauge, laser gauge, micrometers, and dial calipers to verify dimensions
  • Applied Lean principles to streamline processes, reducing waste and optimizing workflow
  • Fabricated enhanced production methods, improving overall assembly quality

Gardener Caretaker

City of Los Angeles Parks and Recreations
02.2015 - 12.2017
  • Installed and repaired irrigation systems, valves, fittings, water lines, and irrigation control wiring
  • Mowed and edged park lawns weekly, enhancing curb appeal
  • Maintained gardening equipment, such as mowers, trimmers, leaf

blowers, etc..

Laminate Technician

PPG Aerospace
02.2015 - 12.2017
  • Washed and prepared lay-up casting to enhance quality of laminate production
  • Prepped material for lamination, including release agents and sealing methods
  • Operated vacuum bagging systems to ensure proper curing of composite materials
  • Loaded and unloaded materials from ovens and clamshells for processing.
  • Striped down laminates and designed test systems
  • Read and interpreted blueprints

Painter Helper

Auto Collision Center
11.2014 - 02.2015
  • Applied primer to cars to ensure strong adhesion and a uniform base for final paint
  • Coated cars with guide coat and primer to enhance surface visibility and aid in paint application
  • Prepared cars for painting by sanding bumpers, fenders, and doors to create smooth surfaces
  • Applied masking tape to protect areas of cars before painting
  • Used power tools such as putty D.A. sander and buffer

Supervisor

JFS Content Specialist
01.2014 - 10.2014
  • Managed a team of five, enhancing productivity by 20%
  • Tracked company inventory to maintain optimal stock levels
  • Delegated tasks and distributed workloads based on individual strengths and skills
  • Reviewed daily work orders to ensure timely completion of tasks
  • Compiled reports on team performance, project progress, and challenges encountered
  • Oversaw customer contracts to ensure compliance and satisfaction

Education

Bachelor of Science - Airframe Manufacturing Technology

Antelope Valley College
Lancaster, CA
06-2025

Advanced Structures Certificate -

Antelope Valley College
Lancaster, CA
06-2023

Associate of Science - Aircraft Fabrication and Assembly

Antelope Valley College
Lancaster, CA
08-2021

Blueprints and Structures Certificate -

Antelope Valley College
Lancaster, CA
08-2021

Associate of Science - Electronics Technology

Antelope Valley College
Lancaster, CA
12-2020

Avionics Technology Certificate -

Antelope Valley College
Lancaster, CA
07-2019

High School Diploma -

El Camino Real Charter High School
Woodland Hills, CA
06-2012

Skills

  • Blueprint reading
  • Electrical assembly and soldering
  • Structural assembly
  • Composite repair
  • Lean manufacturing
  • Quality assurance
  • Safety compliance
  • Technical troubleshooting
  • Electronic troubleshooting
  • Mechanical systems expertise
  • Preventive maintenance
  • Power tools proficiency
  • Microsoft, Excel, Outlook
  • SolidWorks
  • CAD
  • Leadership
  • Deadline management
  • Root cause analysis
  • Ethical integrity

Awards

  • President's List - Fall 2021
  • "Students On The Move" - Spring 2020
  • President's List - Spring 2020

Languages

  • Spanish
  • English

Timeline

Beautification Technician

City of Lancaster
05.2026 - Current

Grounds Maintenance

Antelope Valley College
01.2024 - 05.2026

Construction Contractor

Self Employed
03.2019 - 01.2024

Aircraft Mechanic l

Northrop Grumman
12.2017 - 03.2019

Gardener Caretaker

City of Los Angeles Parks and Recreations
02.2015 - 12.2017

Laminate Technician

PPG Aerospace
02.2015 - 12.2017

Painter Helper

Auto Collision Center
11.2014 - 02.2015

Supervisor

JFS Content Specialist
01.2014 - 10.2014

Bachelor of Science - Airframe Manufacturing Technology

Antelope Valley College

Advanced Structures Certificate -

Antelope Valley College

Associate of Science - Aircraft Fabrication and Assembly

Antelope Valley College

Blueprints and Structures Certificate -

Antelope Valley College

Associate of Science - Electronics Technology

Antelope Valley College

Avionics Technology Certificate -

Antelope Valley College

High School Diploma -

El Camino Real Charter High School
STEVEN BELTRAN