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David Zimmerman

Winfield,KS

Summary

Detail-focused Quality Assurance known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in process improvement, regulatory compliance, and risk management. Excel in critical thinking, problem-solving, and leadership to ensure quality standards are not only met but surpassed. Utilize effective communication and organizational abilities to lead teams towards achieving excellence in quality assurance objectives.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Quality Assurance

Spirit Aerosystems, Inc.
Wichita, Kansas
10.1988 - Current
  • 35 years of Boeing/Spirit AeroSystems aircraft employment.
  • 17 years of Part 145 MRO Quality Assurance.
  • Worked on new and existing programs with Boeing and Gulfstream.
  • Preformed FAIs, identify defects, along with resolutions.
  • Final shakes and inspections prior to delivery to customers.
  • Performed FAA 8130 Return to Service on customer-owned components.
  • Receiving inspection of parts and hardware.
  • Shipping inspection of return-to-service components.
  • Processed Aftermarket Spares, Boeing Source, Member of SQIS.
  • Performed fieldwork offsite at customer locations in and out of the U.S.
  • Involved with C.A.S.E. Audits, as well as customer audits.
  • Component evaluations prior to purchase for the Spirit AeroSystems Asset Team.
  • Former member of Boeing ARD / AI.

Train Conductor

Santa Fe Railroad
Arkansas City, Kansas
08.1992 - 10.1994
  • Produced daily reports, switch lists, and train orders.
  • Received and followed directions from train dispatchers.
  • Communicated with dispatchers regarding trains' routes, timetables and cargoes.
  • Operated controls to activate track switches and traffic signals.
  • Used hand signals to alert engineers of emergencies, stops or starts, train movement and general directions.
  • Inspected trains for safety hazards or issues prior to departure.
  • Observed train movement to ascertain functionality.
  • Coupled air brakes and electrical connections between trains.

Education

Associate Degree - Automotive, Hydraulics, Electronics

Cowley County Community College
Arkansas City, Kansas
05-1987

High School Diploma -

Arkansas City High School
Arkansas City, Kansas
05-1986

Skills

  • Quality assurance
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Component evaluation
  • Final inspection
  • Field audits
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Measurement Equipment
  • AS9100 Compliance
  • FAR Part 121377, FAA 14 CFR Part 21, 39, 43, 65, 91, 121 and 135
  • Process improvement
  • Customer relations
  • Team collaboration
  • Problem solving
  • Document control
  • Supplier quality assurance

Certification

  • FAA Certificate: Repairman Lic. No. 3792658
  • Member of Boeing SQIS
  • Former Member of Boeing ARD / AI
  • D.O.D. Clearance Expired
  • Prior FARO Certified
  • Thermography Imaging
  • D.O.T Drug / Alcohol Program for the last 17 years

Affiliations

  • I find off roading with family and friends not only relaxing but also in terms of finding solutions for obstacles I face at work.
  • Setting goals for my kids to further their life experiences are a high priority to secure their future.
  • Finding ways to balance work and home life is always evolving but achievable.
  • The ability to be one of the many that built Air Force One Boeing 747.

Timeline

Train Conductor

Santa Fe Railroad
08.1992 - 10.1994

Quality Assurance

Spirit Aerosystems, Inc.
10.1988 - Current

Associate Degree - Automotive, Hydraulics, Electronics

Cowley County Community College

High School Diploma -

Arkansas City High School

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