David Warncke
Farmington,CT
Summary
I am a driven individual with 20+ years experience in the Aerospace Manufacturing Industry. I have strong management, analytical, communication, leadership and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to different projects and new environments. I am eager to contribute and drive team success and further develop my professional skills. I bring a positive "Can Do" attitude and commitment to product management driving continuous improvement and excellence. Further more I want to expand my skill set and become a valuable asset helping drive your company and its various product lines in a forward direction enhancing productivity and output without sacrificing quality or customer commit dates. "In our industry Quality and Precision Is Everything. Quality is the foundation of Reputation."
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Manager
Turbine Technologies Inc. D.B.A. Burke Aerospace
Farmington, CT
05.2026 - Current
- Hands on inspection experience with Pratt & Whitney blades, vanes, and disks.
- Internal Audits consisting of QMS System, Product / Process.
- Conducted regular audits of maintenance procedures to ensure adherence to industry standards.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve quality issues in repair processes.
- Mentored junior quality team members, promoting professional development and knowledge sharing.
Quality Manager
Habco MRO LLC. Part 145 Repair Station
Glastonbury, Ct
06.2023 - Current
- Active FAA Repairman License# 4846152
- Played a critical role in the startup of the HABCO MRO repair station supporting and building the structure for what it is today.
- AWS D17.1 Welder Certified.
- Maintained great working relationships with the FAA, United Airlines, Delta, Sky West, American Airlines, and various other customer companies.
- Analyze data trends to drive decision-making and optimize quality processes across the repair station.
- Increased efficiency of the QMS by regularly reviewing procedures and making updates based on changing business needs or industry advancements.
- Manage, maintain, and perform training's for our internal training program and skills matrix. Examples, Online Human factors training for both FAA and EASA, One on One and group Technical training, Specialized advanced technical training, basic shop skills, welding / brazing techniques, disassembly and reassembly of products following CMM procedure guidelines.
- Led continuous improvement initiatives by actively seeking opportunities for process optimization and cost reduction.
- Conducted thorough audits to ensure adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements, maintaining compliance consistently.
- Generate 8130-3's for Articles being returned to service after Overhaul and Repairs were performed following our dual signature release procedures.
- Perform overhauls and repairs on flight components.
- Maintain the calibration system.
- Proficient in operating and understanding test equipment such as hi pot testers, resistance meters, environmental test chambers, oil test benches, Etc..
- Proficient in the interpretation of drawings and understand GD&T
- Ensured compliance with FAA regulations and industry / customer standards.
- Developed and implemented quality control procedures to enhance operational efficiency.
- Conducted regular audits to identify areas for process improvement and risk mitigation.
- Trained staff on quality assurance best practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address quality concerns and implement corrective actions.
- Led root cause analysis initiatives to address non-conformities and improve product and process reliability.
- Managed and archived quality documentation and participated in internal and external quality audits.
- Mentored and encouraged employees to strive for excellence while fostering professional growth.
Quality Manager / Quality Engineer
Habco Industries LLC.
Glastonbury, Ct
05.2019 - 06.2023
- Certified Sikorsky Aircraft DQR.
- Conducted regular audits of manufacturing processes, identifying areas for improvement and ensuring adherence to protocols.
- Managed the Sikorsky CH53K mobile transmission stand assembly project from quote to Cash on multiple production runs.
- Managed the Sikorsky blade box project from raw material , assembly, to final shipment as well as work with OSV sheet metal customers facilitating technical support during the forming operations of various components.
- Extensive hands on inspection and technical expertise with PWA,PWC, Sikorsky, Boeing components and their drawings including the F135 ESS / MTT trailer system and many other ground support tooling components and complex assemblies.
- Led quality assurance initiatives, enhancing product reliability and compliance with industry standards.
- Inspected and reported data on a PWA fan blade tooling ball fixture. Presented my data reports to a panel of engineers from Pratt & Whitney and Delta Airline during an onsite briefing. Used a new and used fan blade to test the fixture and setup for presentation using multiple dial drop indicators in various locations to show deflection. Presented and walked through 3D scan data using color maps as a secondary means to show the deflection in the fan blade that coincide with the drop indicator readings.
- Participate in the review process of new products their drawings, outside process requirements, special processing etc... “Can we make this, do we have the equipment and resources in place, what is the risk factor in each department. What is the overall risk assessment. “
- Proficient in the inspection of machined components ranging from a variety of small to large billet machined products including forgings all of which have very tight tolerances.
- Developed and implemented quality control processes to minimize defects and improve production efficiency.
- Trained staff on quality management systems, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues, driving root cause analysis and corrective actions.
- Extensive experience with creating AS9102's, Creating Balloon Drawings.
- Very Proficient in drawing interpretation and GD&T
- Fluent in the use of all manual measuring tools.
- Extensive experience with AS9100, ISO9001
- Facilitated source inspections for Pratt, Boeing, Sikorsky, Department of Defense, Government Etc... Maintained great working relationships with source inspectors.
- Fluent in many of the Pratt & Whitney, Sikorsky Aircraft, and Boeing Specifications.
- Great project management skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Lead root cause and corrective actions analysis.
- Extensive use of EPICOR (ERP system).
- Experience in the use of Solumina.
- SIOP, GEMBA Experience.
- Inspection Expert.
- Worked with various vendors/customers and supported answers to drawing questions, quality questions, offer support and resolution.
- Inspection of a vast variety of engine, air frame, transportation tooling. Provide technical support to operators and the engineering department.
- Maintain a good relationship between engineering, the shop and the inspection department.
- Review drawings and provide technical support to the quoting team.
Quality Engineer
United Tool and Die Co.
West Hartford, Ct
04.2018 - 04.2019
- Create, manage, and streamline work instructions for each product affiliated with corresponding machine setups driving efficiency and increased productivity.
- Conducted quality inspections to ensure compliance with industry standards and specifications.
- Lead the root cause analysis and corrective action program.
- Managed the quality clinic and the MRB process.
- Trained junior engineers and inspectors on quality control methods and best practices for manufacturing processes.
- Created work instructions for the operators on the shop floor correlating with specific products.
- Maintained a good relationship between the shop floor, inspection department, and the engineering team along with upper management.
- Provided Technical support to the shop floor and the engineering department. Helped streamline the assembly process of several complex assembly projects
- Programming on multiple CMM software interfaces including Polyworks tube inspection for ducting related to the fresh air handling system on the 787 MAX Aircraft.
- Supported source inspection with Verify.
Quality Control Inspector
Stevens Manufacturing Co. (Now Essex Industries)
Milford, CT
05.2008 - 04.2018
- Certified DQR for Sikorsky Aircraft.
- Inspected finished products for compliance with quality standards and specifications.
- Participate in identifying root causes and corrective actions.
- Conducted routine audits of production processes to identify areas for improvement.
- Certified flight safety inspection category D,E,H, and L.
- Highly experienced with MBD (model based definition, Discus, Inspection Expert, Programming of CMMs on multiple software, Polyworks, Delcam, and Ziess.
- Proficient in the interpretation of manuals, specs, aerospace standards Etc...
- Proficient in the inspection of machined components ranging from a variety of small to large billet machined products including forgings all of which have very tight tolerances.
- Extensive drawing interpretation and GD&T skills.
- Proficient in the assembly of complex structural sheet metal and machined component riveted assemblies, machined products from raw block /forgings, as well as complex flight controls. Yaw and cyclic pitch controls as well.
- Work directly with customers and vendors to identify quality related issues and provide solutions.
- Documented inspection findings and maintained accurate records of quality reports.
- Trained new staff on quality control procedures and safety protocols.
- Inspected incoming materials for quality and compliance with specifications.
- Documented inspection results and communicated findings to production teams.
- Collaborated with engineering to resolve quality issues and implement corrective actions.
- Trained new inspectors on quality control processes and procedures.
- Performed final product inspections, ensuring readiness for shipment.
- Collaborated with production teams to resolve quality issues promptly and effectively.
- Evaluated incoming materials to ensure adherence to company standards before use.
- Implemented corrective actions based on inspection results to enhance product reliability.
Quality Control Inspector
Milford Fabricating LLC.
Milford, Ct
01.2004 - 01.2007
- Certified DQR inspector for Sikorsky Aircraft.
- Part and product layout.
- Welding inspection.
- Sheet metal inspection.
- CNC machined component inspection.
- Complex assembly inspection.
Machine Operator/Inspection
Oem Controls Inc.
Shelton, Ct
01.2003 - 01.2005
- Perform first pc inspections.
- Operated and loaded turret punch press.
- Grind punches and dies.
- Machined prototype projects on Bridgeport miller and lathe for engineering department and performed assemblies.
- Performed welding on parts and assemblies. Both commercial and military applications. MIG and TIG on steel, aluminum, and stainless.
- Load and unload raw material sheet.
- Shear material
- Form material on press brake.
Operator Technician
Automatic Precision Welding and Fabricating LLC.
West Haven, CT
- I grew up working at my father’s shop.
- First pc inspections
- Welding MIG / TIG
- Shearing material.
- Operating Press Brake
- Machining on Bridgeport Miller and Lathe.
- Performing assembly operations.
Education
Mechanical Engineering
Wentworth Institute Of Technology College
Boston, MA01-2006
Machine Tool Program
Bristol Technical Education Center
01-2004
High School Diploma -
Amity High School
Woodbridge, CT01-2003
Skills
- Certified Sikorsky DQR at various facilities Approx 16 years
- Strong communication skills
- Strong ability to decipher and understand complex contracts, specifications, customer requirements, and drawings
- Excellent ability to maintain/grow/nurture relationships with customers including interdepartmental, shop floor, engineering, quality, and upper management
- Previously Certified FAA Repairman Certificate # 4846152
- Previously AWS D171 and silver brazing certified on intricate components
- Excellent in drawing Interpretation and GD&T
- Root Cause and Corrective action analysis
- Great decision making skills
- Proficient in QMS and SMS management systems
- Proficient with AS9102's, AS9100, ISO9001 systems
- Mentoring/teaching and sharing my knowledge of the industry and its may facets I have learned over the years
Timeline
Quality Manager
Turbine Technologies Inc. D.B.A. Burke Aerospace
05.2026 - Current
Quality Manager
Habco MRO LLC. Part 145 Repair Station
06.2023 - Current
Quality Manager / Quality Engineer
Habco Industries LLC.
05.2019 - 06.2023
Quality Engineer
United Tool and Die Co.
04.2018 - 04.2019
Quality Control Inspector
Stevens Manufacturing Co. (Now Essex Industries)
05.2008 - 04.2018
Quality Control Inspector
Milford Fabricating LLC.
01.2004 - 01.2007
Machine Operator/Inspection
Oem Controls Inc.
01.2003 - 01.2005
Operator Technician
Automatic Precision Welding and Fabricating LLC.
Mechanical Engineering
Wentworth Institute Of Technology College
Machine Tool Program
Bristol Technical Education Center
High School Diploma -
Amity High School