Craig Blowers
Santa Paula,CA
Summary
Dynamic Quality Assurance Manager with extensive experience at the US Navy, excelling in risk assessment and process improvement. Proven track record in mentoring teams and enhancing quality control measures, leading to significant operational efficiencies. Adept at conducting audits and fostering collaboration, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while driving continuous improvement initiatives.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Quality Assurance Manager
US Navy
04.2009 - 09.2026
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify root causes of product issues, leading to timely resolutions and continuous improvements.
- Mentored junior staff members in best practices for quality management, contributing to overall team growth and development.
- Conducted risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential quality issues.
- Conducted regular audits to ensure adherence to established protocols, maintaining consistency across the organization.
- Inspected products and worker progress throughout production.
Instructor Supervisor
US Navy
11.2023 - 09.2026
- Oversaw curriculum development and implementation in alignment with best practices.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and implement cross-curricular projects for improved student engagement.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of educational trends through continuous research, conference attendance, and collaboration with colleagues across disciplines.
- Promoted a culture of excellence within the department through high expectations for both instructors'' teaching practices and students'' learning outcomes.
Aircraft Maintenance Supervisor
US Navy
03.2022 - 09.2026
- Facilitated seamless communication between maintenance teams, ensuring timely resolution of any concerns or challenges.
- Championed quality control measures throughout all stages of the maintenance process, reinforcing a high standard of workmanship across the team.
- Improved aircraft maintenance efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and procedures.
- Enhanced safety standards for maintenance operations, conducting regular inspections and audits.
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities, facilitating transparency and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Aircraft Structural Mechanic
US Navy
04.2004 - 09.2026
- Maintained detailed documentation of performed tasks, facilitating seamless handover between shifts and efficient recordkeeping for future reference.
- Enhanced aircraft structural integrity by conducting thorough inspections and performing necessary repairs.
- Supported aircraft modifications projects by assisting engineers with structural changes while maintaining compliance to regulatory standards.
- Led cross-functional teams to complete complex repairs on time-sensitive projects, minimizing downtime and loss of revenue for clients.
- Installed, rigged and removed flight control surfaces and fabricated and assembled metal components to make repairs to aircraft's skin.
Education
High School Diploma -
Escalon High School
Escalon, CASkills
- Quality management
- Risk assessment
- Process improvement
- Regulatory compliance
- Audit processes
- Team leadership
- Training development
- Internal audits
- Documentation review
- Defect tracking
- Quality assurance experience
- Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
- Certified Safe for Flight aircraft release authority
- Certified Full Systems Quality Assurance Representative:
E-2C/D (2013 - 2017) (2019 - 2026)
F-18C/D (2009 - 2012)
MQ-4C (2017 - 2019)
- Certified Aircraft Painter
- USMAP Certification:
Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic (2020)
Computer Operator (2018)
Aircraft Mechanic Plumbing & Hydraulics (2014)
Sheet Metal worker (Any Industry) (2015)
Airframe Mechanic (2013)
Timeline
Instructor Supervisor
US Navy
11.2023 - 09.2026
Aircraft Maintenance Supervisor
US Navy
03.2022 - 09.2026
Quality Assurance Manager
US Navy
04.2009 - 09.2026
Aircraft Structural Mechanic
US Navy
04.2004 - 09.2026
High School Diploma -
Escalon High School
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