David Beale
Arlington,WA
Summary
Motivated professional eager to embrace new challenges. Demonstrates strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Proven ability to work independently and rapidly acquire new competencies. FCC General radio telephone operators license. FAA Airframe & power plant license.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Airworthiness inspector
Boeing
Everett, Washington
09.1987 - 02.2023
- Inspected aircraft components for compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to resolve technical issues during inspections.
- Conducted thorough audits of manufacturing processes to ensure adherence to regulations.
- Documented inspection findings and reported discrepancies to management promptly.
- Trained junior inspectors on best practices and inspection techniques effectively.
- Utilized specialized tools and equipment for precise measurements during inspections.
- Reviewed technical specifications and drawings to guide inspection procedures accurately.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance inspection workflows consistently.
- Filled out and submitted logs and paperwork on-time.
- Assisted in training new inspectors on safety protocols and standards.
- Inspected finished goods prior to shipment to guarantee they meet company standards.
- Documented all inspection results accurately in accordance with established guidelines.
Aviation Electronics Technician
US Navy
Whidbey Island & USS Enterprise, Boeing Military , WA
10.1982 - 02.1987
- Installed and maintained avionics systems on military aircraft to ensure operational readiness.
- Diagnosed electronic malfunctions using specialized testing equipment for accurate troubleshooting.
- Collaborated with engineers to optimize electronics designs and enhance functionality.
- Conducted routine inspections and preventive maintenance on aviation systems to uphold safety standards.
- Mentored junior technicians to support team training initiatives and skill development.
- Documented repair procedures and maintenance logs to maintain compliance with protocols.
- Analyzed circuitry and wiring to identify malfunction causes during testing procedures.
- Executed corrosion control inspections with minimal supervision, ensuring system integrity.
Education
Certificate of Technical Studies - Automotive Electronics
Skagit Valley College
Mount Vernon, WA09-2006
Some College (No Degree) - Electrical, Electronics And RF Communications
NATTC Aviation Electronics
Millington, TNSkills
- Aircraft inspection
- Technical documentation
- Compliance auditing
- Safety protocols
- Specialized tooling
- Quality assurance
- Regulations knowledge
- Team collaboration
- Parts management
- Continuous improvement
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Training development
- Time management
- Industry standards
- Industry expertise
- Methodology development
- Safety awareness
- Emissions management
- Modifications expertise
- Evidence collection
- Equipment inspection
- Documentation preparation
- Drawing interpretation
- Project coordination
- Training and mentoring
- Product testing
- Environmental regulations
- Inspection protocols
- Risk management
- Team building
- Field inspections
- Regulatory compliance
- Ethics and integrity
- Inspection reporting
- Clean driving record
- Trained and certified in carbon fiber composite repair inspection
- Process improvements
- Compliance training
- Assembly inspection
- Quality control
- Technical data interpretation
- Progress monitoring
- Written communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Problem-solving abilities
- Sample testing
- Write reports
Certification
- FCC General radio telephone operators license
- FAA Airframe & Powerplant licence
Timeline
Airworthiness inspector
Boeing
09.1987 - 02.2023
Aviation Electronics Technician
US Navy
10.1982 - 02.1987
Certificate of Technical Studies - Automotive Electronics
Skagit Valley College
Some College (No Degree) - Electrical, Electronics And RF Communications
NATTC Aviation Electronics
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