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Thomas Hopper

Leoma

Summary

I strive to try my hardest in everything that I do. In such I believe I have very good attention to detail. I like to believe I have decent metal working experience as well as experience in such making patches, riveting , drilling , forming, repairing aircraft skin , paint and corrosion prevention.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Machinist

The Palmer Companies
07.2025 - Current
  • Inspected completed parts to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.
  • Utilized micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances.
  • Operated drill presses, lathes and milling machines to produce required parts.
  • Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.

Airframe Structural Mechanic

Marine Corps
11.2020 - Current
  • Collaborated closely with other mechanics for efficient completion of projects within established deadlines.
  • Improved flight safety through meticulous examination of wing, fuselage, and empennage structures for corrosion and damage.
  • Expedited urgent repairs with focused attention to detail while adhering to strict safety protocols under high-pressure situations.
  • Streamlined work processes by implementing innovative solutions for common challenges faced during airframe maintenance tasks.
  • Ensured the longevity of aircraft through diligent application of protective coatings on critical surfaces exposed to harsh environmental conditions or wear-and-tear risks.
  • Learned and utilized critical skills in metal fabrication , composite patch work, aircraft paint and touch up , corrosion control.
  • While serving as a collateral duty inspector and collateral duty quality assurance representative I learned how to inspect the airframe , hydraulic systems , flight controls and automatic flight controls for corrosion , damage or wear.


General Laborer

Doss Brothers
04.2020 - 11.2020
  • Maintained clean and organized worksites, minimizing hazards and promoting a safe working environment.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Demonstrated strong work ethic, completing physically demanding tasks under varying conditions.
  • Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
  • Notified supervisors of defective equipment or material.
  • Adapted quickly to new tasks or changes in project scope, demonstrating flexibility in skillset and problem-solving abilities.

Education

Loretto High School
Loretto, TN

Skills

  • Blueprint reading
  • Machine operation
  • Troubleshooting
  • Lathe operation
  • Machine setup
  • Manual milling
  • Quality control
  • Visual inspection
  • Precise measuring
  • Caliper use
  • Surface grinding
  • Mechanical drawing interpretation
  • Mechanical troubleshooting
  • Thread cutting
  • Deburring skills
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Sawing and sanding
  • Drilling operations
  • Tool selection

Timeline

Machinist

The Palmer Companies
07.2025 - Current

Airframe Structural Mechanic

Marine Corps
11.2020 - Current

General Laborer

Doss Brothers
04.2020 - 11.2020

Loretto High School

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