Force Protection
Thomas Wiggins is a seasoned maintenance mechanic with extensive experience in the repair and maintenance of electro-mechanical and hydraulic systems. Currently serving as Maintenance Mechanic 3 at GDLS-Force Protection since January 2013, Wiggins has been instrumental in overseeing MRAP prototype builds, armor upgrades, and quality assurance inspections. Prior to this role, Wiggins worked at Force Protection as a mechanic from February 2007, contributing to various projects including external armor upgrades and hydraulic door systems. Wiggins' military background includes 20 years as a CMCS(SCW) in the Navy Seabees and a position as Transportation/Maintenance Supervisor for the USN Explosive Ordinance Detail Mobile Unit 12, demonstrating strong skills in equipment management and maintenance administration. Wiggins holds an Associate of Science degree in Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology from Oxnard College.
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Force Protection
At the core of this company is innovation. Force Protection was the first American company to introduce the concept of the V-shaped monocoque hull. Our Buffalo and Cougar vehicles were first fielded with the military in 2003. Their design characteristics have formed the basis for the U.S. Department of Defense Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) vehicle program, the most ambitious military vehicle production initiative since World War II. (From the Force Protection web page, www.forceprotection.net, CEO Michael Moody, 04/20/09)