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DAVID TRAVIS

League City

Summary

Dynamic Project Coordinator with over 14 years of experience delivering exceptional leadership at Lockheed Martin, specializing in navigating complex project landscapes. Recognized for a keen eye for detail and a strong ability to identify potential risks while implementing strategic measures for effective mitigation. Committed to fostering team collaboration and achieving results, with a proven track record of adaptability to evolving project needs. Hands-on experience in Quality Assurance within the space industry enhances a proactive approach to problem-solving and overcoming challenges.

Overview

2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Quality Assurance Specialist

Amentum
Houston, TX
2021 - Current
  • Develop Key Performance Indicators to ensure quality, on-time performance and other progress metrics
  • Coordinate and participate in supplier quality management improvement initiatives
  • Maintain an environment that promotes accountability and ownership at the lowest possible level or responsibility.
  • Conduct precision clean room activities at JSC including sample particle counting and non-volatile residue testing.
  • Perform source inspection of space flight government furnished Equipment (GFE) at a supplier's place of business.
  • Approve or reject raw materials, piece part components, sub-assemblies and top-level deliverable products into inventory based on required vs. provided documentation.
  • Perform receiving inspection of incoming raw materials, piece part components, sub-assemblies and top-level deliverable products and product quality inspections of Mandatory Inspection Points (MIPs) using approved procedures, drawings and specifications.
  • Identified, documented, and tracked defects using Smartsheet, facilitating efficient resolution processes.
  • Interface with Supplier's Quality Representatives, Engineers and personnel
  • Provide weekly status reports to the Quality and Compliance Manager as requested. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to refine testing methodologies and improve overall product quality.
  • Advocated for quality assurance best practices within the organization, driving a culture of continuous improvement across projects.
  • Conducted thorough inspections and audits to ensure adherence to industry regulations and standards.
  • Utilized root cause analysis techniques to identify underlying issues contributing to product defects or customer complaints.
  • Trained employees on specific QA standards and confirmed maintenance of standards.
  • Provide ongoing internal assessment of the effectiveness of the overall Property Management System (PMS) using DCMA Analysis approach. perform periodic internal assessments of the processes/outcomes required by FAR 52.245-1.
  • Conduct audits: plan, conduct, report, and document the results of the Management System internal audits verifying that process activities and related results comply with requirements. Audits may include any applicable follow-up activities necessary to determine implementation and effectiveness of any corrective actions taken for nonconformities identified during a prior audit.

Logistics Specialist

Lockheed Martin
Houston, Texas
04.2015 - 01.2017
  • Used customer generated transportation manifests, hardware provider transportation requirements and created Transportation Plan including hazmat identification, x-ray sensitivity, environmental constraints, special monitoring/packaging requirements for each project (flight).
  • Coordinated with carriers, freight forwarders, project management, packers, planning, sourcing, manufacturing and/or engineering to prepare shipment documentation.
  • Verified accuracy of documentation and packaging of equipment, materials, and goods in accordance with customer (NASA) and export control requirements
  • Created/Approved invoices (Supplier, Commercial and/or proforma), packing slips, and other documents required to package and/or export cargo.
  • Created technical spreadsheets, metrics such as Packing Data Reports, for use by engineering staff, management and INTL partners.
  • Verified Packaging and labeling of outgoing shipments were in accordance with ISO, DOT, and IATA regulations.
  • Directed inter-modal domestic and overseas export operations to meet aggressive deadlines.
  • Reported emergencies, weather delays and carrier schedule changes to customers and management.
  • Managed and tracked package transfers such as bills of lading, delivery receipts, packing lists, monitored and managed RFI’s, change orders, pricing and discrepancies for each project.
  • Saved significant resources by strategically bidding and negotiating transportation costs.
  • Coordinated logistics operations to optimize supply chain efficiency and reduce lead times.
  • Analyzed inventory levels and implemented strategies to minimize excess stock and enhance turnover rates.

Project Lead

Lockheed Martin / Leidos
Houston, TX
2005 - 2018
  • Led project team that performed payload stowage integration; physical integration; export control and logistics activities; and safety/risk assessments.
  • Performed high level inspections of class I flight hardware in clean room environment and documented discrepancies using Issue Reports (IR).
  • Ensured high quality deliveries to launch sites for 32 NASA space missions (STS/ISS).
  • Prepared and gave technical presentations to customers/management.
  • Possess working knowledge of configuration management, document processes and Maximo inventory transactions.
  • Monitored progress and examined risks of various projects, including setting forth contingency plans.
  • Produced quality standards, checklists, report templates and processes.
  • Planned, executed and controlled assigned projects, ensuring work performed complied with contractual requirements.
  • Met with manager weekly to provide detailed project report and milestone updates.
  • Adjusted project plans to account for dynamic targets, launch delays and operational specifications
  • Implemented actions to mitigate risk and coordinated project specifications to meet safety and federal compliance.
  • Led cross-functional teams to deliver complex projects on time and within budget.
  • Developed and implemented project plan, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
  • Used customer generated transportation manifests, hardware provider transportation requirements and created Transportation Plan including hazmat identification, x-ray sensitivity, environmental constraints, special monitoring/packaging requirements for each project (flight).
  • Coordinated with carriers, freight forwarders, project management, packers, planning, sourcing, manufacturing and/or engineering to prepare shipment documentation.
  • Verified accuracy of documentation and packaging of equipment, materials, and goods in accordance with customer (NASA) and export control requirements
  • Created/Approved invoices (Supplier, Commercial and/or proforma), packing slips, and other documents required to package and/or export cargo.
  • Created technical spreadsheets, metrics such as Packing Data Reports, for use by engineering staff, management and INTL partners.
  • Verified Packaging and labeling of outgoing shipments were in accordance with ISO, DOT, and IATA regulations.
  • Directed inter-modal domestic and overseas export operations to meet aggressive deadlines.
  • Managed and tracked package transfers such as bills of lading, delivery receipts, packing lists, monitored and managed RFI’s, change orders, pricing and discrepancies for each project.
  • Saved significant resources by strategically bidding and negotiating transportation costs.
  • Coordinated logistics operations to optimize supply chain efficiency and reduce lead times.
  • Analyzed inventory levels and implemented strategies to minimize excess stock and enhance turnover rates.

Export Control Specialist

Lockheed Martin
Houston, Texas
2004 - 2005
  • Contributed to the development of contract's policies related to global trade compliance and export control regulations. Coordinated vetting of foreign visitors; international travel and exports.
  • Captured all processes developed work instructions: Russian Documentation Development, INTL Shipping Paperwork review and Russian Hand Carry Process.
  • Experienced with Import/Export of goods as well as filing AES/SED within US Customs system; Prepared electronic DD Form 1149, Requisition and Invoice/Shipping Document for items to be shipped from CMC.
  • Accessed Export Request submitted by hardware provider, collected data (ECCN, Schedule B, Drawings and BOL/BOM) to aid in development of shipment Proforma.
  • Verified that flight hardware being shipped to foreign launch locations complied with U.S. Government’s export and foreign import regulations; Ensured all administration/record keeping requirements were met for licenses and agreements and assured compliance with all US Export/Import laws and regulations.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

University Of North Texas
Denton, TX

Skills

  • Requirements Analysis
  • Process Improvement
  • Managing information flow
  • Advanced knowledge of MS 365
  • Property Management
  • Import/export compliance
  • Interpersonal Communication Skills
  • Detail-oriented
  • Analytical thinking
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Data analysis
  • Data sampling
  • Issue resolution
  • Audit facilitation
  • Operational efficiency
  • Logistics analysis
  • Inventory counting
  • Project planning and development

Certification

  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
  • Transportation Worker Identification Credential - TWIC
  • IATA/ICAO Dangerous Goods by Air, Certificate of Completion, 2015
  • Intl Maritime Dangerous Goods, Certificate of Completion, 2015
  • US Domestic Hazardous Materials, DoT 49CFR Parts 171 to 180, Certificate of Completion, 2015
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Timeline

Logistics Specialist

Lockheed Martin
04.2015 - 01.2017

Quality Assurance Specialist

Amentum
2021 - Current

Project Lead

Lockheed Martin / Leidos
2005 - 2018

Export Control Specialist

Lockheed Martin
2004 - 2005

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

University Of North Texas