Joshua Lowrie

Senior Aerospace Integration Technician with 18+ years of experience assembling and integrating flight-critical aerospace structures and propulsion hardware. Proven expertise in precision drilling, aerospace fastener installation, structural assembly, and interpreting complex engineering drawings. Experienced supporting major defense and space programs including F22, F/A-18, CH-53K, and the New Glenn launch vehicle.

Known for maintaining strict aerospace quality standards while supporting high-precision manufacturing and integration operations.

Senior Sheet Metal Specialist - Daher Aerospace - Stuart, FL

(2026-05 - 2026-07)

• Maintain, modify, and install various components of aircraft sheet metal and composite assemblies and structures.
• Install and fabricate complex aircraft structural assemblies.
• Perform any level of rework with no supervision and train others on rework methods.
• Assembled the upper lobe fuselage section.
• Assembled the horizontal stabilizer for the KC-46.
• Execute precision drilling, countersinking, reaming, and installation of aerospace fasteners (high-loks, lock bolts, rivets) on thick-gauge aluminum and titanium structures.

Senior Integration Technician – Tanks Department - Blue Origin - Cape Canaveral, FL

(2022-09 - 2026-03)

• Perform precision layout, drilling, and installation of flight-critical hardware on New Glenn launch vehicle propellant tanks.
• Integrate structural and fluid system components used in large-scale cryogenic propellant tanks.
• Interpret complex engineering drawings, CAD models, and technical work instructions to ensure precise hardware placement and alignment.
• Install aerospace fasteners and structural hardware while maintaining strict dimensional tolerances required for flight hardware.
• Utilize precision measurement tools and torque equipment to verify installation accuracy and compliance with engineering specifications.
• Collaborate with manufacturing engineers, design engineers, and quality teams to troubleshoot integration challenges and improve production processes.
• Document installation activities and support non-conformance reporting to ensure adherence to aerospace quality standards.
• Support development and production builds of next generation launch vehicle hardware.

Lead Aerospace Assembly Mechanic - GKN Aerospace

(2008-01 - 2022-09)

• Coordinated and assigned daily work tasks for a team of 25 aerospace mechanics, ensuring production goals and quality standards were met.
• Performed fabrication, assembly, and repair of metal and composite aircraft structures for multiple U.S. military aviation programs.
• Supported manufacturing and assembly operations for major aircraft platforms including F-22 Raptor, F/A-18 Super Hornet, and CH-53K King Stallion.
• Installed aerospace fasteners including Hi-Locks, blind bolts, and nutplates according to engineering specifications and aerospace standards.
• Conducted cold working and installation of press-fit bushings on structural components.
• Fabricated temporary tooling and maintained specialized aerospace assembly equipment.
• Read and interpreted engineering drawings, process specifications, and 3D models to support precision manufacturing operations.
• Maintained strict compliance with aerospace quality, safety, and production procedures.

GED

St. Charles Community College