Cristina Perez
About Cristina Perez
Cristina Perez is a Material Planner with over two decades of experience in the aerospace industry, currently working at Millennium Space Systems, A Boeing Company. She has transitioned from technical roles, including Mechanical Technician at Millennium and Electron Beam Welder at SpaceX, to her current planning position, demonstrating her versatility and expertise in utilizing ERP/MRP systems.
Work at Millennium Space Systems
Cristina Perez currently serves as a Material Planner at Millennium Space Systems, A Boeing Company, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for ensuring the timely delivery of engineering requirements, utilizing her expertise in ERP/MRP systems. Prior to her current position, she worked as a Mechanical Technician at the same company from 2017 to 2021, where she gained valuable experience in the aerospace sector.
Experience at SpaceX
Cristina Perez worked at SpaceX as an Electron Beam Welder from 2011 to 2017. During her six years at SpaceX, she contributed to various projects within the aerospace industry, applying her technical skills in welding. Her experience at SpaceX further solidified her background in advanced manufacturing processes.
Background in Electron Beam Welding
Cristina Perez has a significant background in electron beam welding, having worked as an Electron Beam Weld Supervisor at Electron Beam Engineering Inc from 2002 to 2011. Over her nine years in this supervisory role, she developed technical expertise and leadership skills in the welding field, which she later applied in her roles at SpaceX and Millennium Space Systems.
Education and Ongoing Studies
Cristina Perez has been studying at El Camino College since 2012. Her educational pursuits complement her extensive professional experience in the aerospace industry, allowing her to enhance her skills and knowledge relevant to her roles in material planning and technical operations.
Career Transition and Versatility
Cristina Perez transitioned from a technical role as a Mechanical Technician to a planning role as a Material Planner, demonstrating her versatility and adaptability in the aerospace industry. This career shift highlights her ability to apply her technical background in a planning context, contributing to her effectiveness in her current position.