Andres F. Hernandez
Sr Manufacturing Engineer - Plating @Collins Aerospace
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WORK HISTORY
Sr Manufacturing Engineer - Plating @Collins Aerospace
Miami Gardens, FL, US
ResponsibilitiesManufacturing engineer responsible for process improvement, standardization and tooling design at Plating department. Subject matter expert on special chemical processes for a MRO Landing Gear repair station.Accomplishments- Supervisor of laboratory personnel for the site. On-time-delivery improvement on scheduled laboratory tests from 45% to 93%. No major findings during external audits, while implementing a Laboratory Modernization project to reduce labor hours- Design and project management of a new Electroless Nickel and HVOF Stripping production line for Plating Department. USD$ 80K of cost savings on operational and outside process expenses, 90% improvement on turn-around-time for critical components of A380 and C17 landing gear program- Implementation of a Welding / Tooling Cell for plating anodes and cathodes manufacturing, with USD$ 70K on cost savings year-to-date- Execute the expansion of plating capability for Chrome and Sulfamate Nickel on key components of C17 landing gear program- Increase internal metallurgical testing capability required as plating process control with the incorporation of salt spray chamber and a second static load machine- Execute capital expenditure projects for cadmium plating and assembly production lines, with USD$ 15K per year on savings.
EDUCATION
Universidad del Valle (CO)
B.S., Chemical Engineering
Georgia Institute of Technology
PhD, Chemical Engineering
SKILLS
ABOUT ANDRES F. HERNANDEZ
With over 10 years of experience in aerospace manufacturing and quality management, I am a Sr. Manufacturing Engineer at Collins Aerospace, specializing in plating process optimization and tooling design for Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) Landing Gear repair stations. My role emphasizes driving operational efficiency through innovative solutions and adhering to stringent aerospace quality standards. Recent accomplishments include leading the design and implementation of Electroless Nickel and HVOF Stripping production lines, achieving substantial cost reductions and a 90% improvement in turnaround times for critical A380 and C17 components. By spearheading a Laboratory Modernization initiative, our team improved test completion rates from 45% to 93%, showcasing a commitment to excellence and collaboration in delivering impactful results.
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