Christopher Matteson

• Leadership and Team Management: Directed a team of quality specialists in ensuring the integrity and compliance of SLS components

• Provided mentorship, guidance, and training to team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and excellence in quality assurance

• Cross-Departmental Collaboration: Partnered with engineering, manufacturing, and program management teams to address quality concerns and integrate feedback into production workflows

• Acted as a liaison between quality assurance and other departments to ensure seamless communication and alignment on project goals

• Stakeholder Engagement: Engaged with senior leadership and key stakeholders to present quality assurance outcomes, discuss challenges, and propose solutions

• Ensured that quality objectives were understood and supported across all levels of the organization

• Conduct inspections of welds in accordance with CWI criteria and equivalent certification standards to ensure compliance with aerospace requirements.

• Perform detailed inspections of wire harness assemblies and components per NASA Standard .4 to verify electrical and structural integrity.

• Inspect thermal protection system (TPS) applications on the Artemis rocket to confirm adherence to engineering and quality specifications.

• Verify soldering processes and workmanship using J-Standard certification criteria to ensure electronic reliability.

• Execute Level 2 visual non-destructive testing (NDT) inspections per industry standards to detect surface and subsurface defects in critical aerospace components.

• Utilize ultrasonic thickness inspections to assess material integrity and ensure conformance with engineering tolerances.

• Document and report inspection findings, collaborating with engineering and production teams to resolve quality issues.

• Support root cause analysis and corrective action

implementation to maintain high standards in aerospace manufacturing and assembly.

• Medical Equipment Maintenance: Performed routine inspections, maintenance, and repairs on a wide range of Durable Medical Equipment (DME), ensuring all devices were safe, functional, and compliant with industry standards

• Installation and Setup: Installed and set up medical equipment for patients, ensuring proper functionality and adherence to manufacturer guidelines

• Provided on-site training to patients and caregivers on the correct usage and care of the equipment

• Troubleshooting and Repairs: Diagnosed and resolved issues with medical devices, performing necessary repairs or coordinating with manufacturers for more complex fixes

• Ensured minimal downtime and reliable operation of all equipment

• Transported surgical instruments, pharmaceuticals, and lab specimens with a focus on safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance.

• Managed time-sensitive deliveries, ensuring critical medical supplies reached their destinations within strict deadlines.

• Developed and executed optimal routing plans while adapting to real-time changes and unforeseen challenges.

• Demonstrated strong decision-making skills in high-pressure situations to maintain delivery schedules and patient care support.

• Maintained accurate logs and documentation to ensure compliance with medical transportation protocols and company standards.