Evan Ortiz

Program Engineer and Product Life Cycle Manager Lead

Fort Worth, Texas, United States

About

As a F-16 program engineer with Lockheed Martin, I am no stranger to the fast pace world of military aviation. I fully understand what is necessary to be a dynamic leader, motivate and inspire others, and successfully train foreign allies to complete their mission. My time in the United States Air Force was essential in developing skills in leadership, determination, and perseverance. Learning to embrace the culture of an organization, there is no other place in the world that can embed the skills so necessary for success. My time at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University was essential in developing ambition, drive, and learning to make the sacrifices necessary to achieve ones goals. While accomplishing my educational goals, I learned to embrace change and be dynamic. Stagnation can absolutely destroy a company, so be innovative and inspire others to be innovative so we can succeed together. My resume is available upon request.

Experience

  • Lockheed Martin (11 yrs)
    • Senior Project Engineer
      Dec 2023 - Present · 2 yrs 8 mos

    • Program Management & Planning Operations Rep.
      Apr 2019 - Feb 2024 · 4 yrs 11 mos

    • Senior Field Service Engineer
      Jul 2017 - Mar 2019 · 1 yr 9 mos

  • Fighter Aircraft Mechanic/Crew Chief at United States Air Force
    Mar 2008 - Mar 2016 · 8 yrs 1 mo

    • Provide the highest quality aircraft for a NO-FAIL mission • Received “Best in NORAD” and “Best seen to date” rating with zero discrepancies form 1st Air Force inspection team • Received “Best in NORAD” for four consecutive years • Perform Alert Inspections • Arm/De-arm live munitions • Instrumental team member in developing Chapter 19 for the Alert/ACA mission • On development team for the standardization of the Alert Launch and Recovery TAL • Complete form 22’s for Technical Order/TO changes • Perform BPO, Pre Flight, Thru-Flight, Walk-Around inspections • Service aircraft • Perform necessary maintenance to include removing and installing ISA, CSD, ADG, Hydraulic Pump, Actuator, Landing Gear, Panels, etc. and appropriate functional checks • Extremely proficient in the removal, installation, and operational check out of the Pratt & Whitney power plant. • Intake and Exhaust inspections • Refuel and Defuel • Maintained a meticulous set of aircraft forms and electronic documentation • Performed aircraft Phase inspections • Tracked and performed TCTO’s and OTI’s • Performed launch and recovery • Completed aircraft wash and corrosion control inspections • Quality Assurance Alternate • Coordinate maintenance operations with Maintenance Control/MOCC and specialty shops