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Charles Leija1461 Raleigh DriveBrighton, MI 48114

(810) 623-0916

Master MechanicSummary

Seasoned Master Mechanic and Experimental Production Engineering and Assembly Journeyman with extensive experience inautomotive build, technology, and performance operations with over 40 years experience. Most recently served as master 

mechanic and engineering liaison for Chrysler’s Energy Management Development Lab. Vehicle crash test prep and post crash

 prototype part fabrication were focus. Previously selected as a master mechanic for Chrylser Performance Vehicle Operations.

Focus on engineering, feasibility, and development of the Viper GTS endurance Race Car Program. Responsibilities included:

• Developing plans to meet aggressive feasibility studies for prototypes and engineering changes

• Coordinating engineering requirements and changes with performing actual vehicle modifications

• Developing alternative solutions to meet vehicle performance requirements

• Creating feasible solutions for maintainability of vehicle systems

Extensive Training and Education includes:

•  N.C.O. Academy U.S. Army

• Michigan Careers Institute (MCI) – Master Mechanic

• MGT Development Training

• Industrial Engineering

• Interaction Management

• Associates Degree, Industrial Management (12 Credits Required)

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

U.S. Army

March, 1969 – January, 1972

• Advanced Individual Training (AIT) focus on heavy equipment operator/mechanic

• U.S. Paratrooper 82nd Division

• First army quarter master unit responsible for truck maintenance and load transportation

Chrysler/DaimlerChrysler January 1972 – 2008

Responsibilities during 36 years of experience at Chrysler includes a focus on skilled work across all facets of automotive build

and manufacturing. Tenure also include promotion to management with responsibilities for Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost

 performance in both Chassis and Trim departments with responsibility for over 20 skilled and unskilled employees. Other 

 positions and responsibilities during this time include:

• Master Craftsman

• Production Supervisor 

• Production Team Leader 

• Service Manager/Fleet Mechanic

• Assembler 

• Final Line Heavy Repairman

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(810) 623-0916

Master Mechanic Last 13 Years - Summary

Chrysler/DaimlerChrysler 

2004 – 2009: Energy Management Development (EMD) Lab

• Responsible for vehicle fabrication and homologation for twenty-five mile per hour impact testing

o Coordinated vehicle test prep with engineering, labs, and proving grounds

o Engineered test vehicles “on the fly” to meet vehicle program timing

o Developed and engineered solutions for sensing equipment required for post impact testing

diagnostic review

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Reviewed test results with engineering team, recommended and executed changes to impactvehicle design when necessary

o Expertise included vehicle fuel systems, chassis, suspension, sheet metal, body, side impact,

rear, front, post impact & roll over’s

1996 – 2004: Dodge Viper Group

• Lead Mechanic Viper Group - Included Plymouth Prowler, Dodge SRT 10 pickup, Ram Pick-Up

and Neon SRT 4

o Responsible for executing engineering changes associated with current production and track

test vehicles

o Areas of work included; engine, drive line, brakes, chassis suspension & electricacomponents.

o Dodge SRT 10 was powered by the Viper 10 engine & 6 speed transmission

1993 - 1996: 3 Year Special Assignment, Viper GTSR Race Program

• Responsible for building & developing the Viper GTS/R endurance race car 

o Lead mechanic specializing in drive-line and chassis systems for the GTS/R engineering and

race teams

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Engineered and fabricated advanced braking systems to withstand demanding 24 hourendurance race conditions

o Overall responsibility to achieve max performance & durability for prolonged periods of

track time