Axel Lugo Santiago
Pensacola,United States
Summary
Dedicated and experienced Non-Destructive Inspection professional with over 16 years in the Air Force, seeking to apply my expertise in quality assurance, material examination, and personnel management to the position of Non-Destructive Tester. Adept at prioritizing, scheduling, and coordinating daily operations of NDI laboratories. Proven track record of ensuring structural integrity through meticulous inspection and reporting of flaws, discontinuities, and defects. Skilled in training personnel in various NDI techniques, handling hazardous materials safely, and maintaining a clean and compliant work environment. Committed to enhancing operational efficiency and fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the DC ANG 113th Maintenance Squadron.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Technical Training Instructor Supervisor
United States Air Force
Pensacola, Florida
06.2023 - Current
- Delivered comprehensive training in non-destructive testing to 150+ prior service members, new recruits, and international students annually.
- Supervised, instructed, and certified new instructors, ensuring compliance with regulations and Community College of the Air Force (CCAF) standards.
- Enhanced technical training content, lab exercises, and supporting materials based on course feedback and updated requirements.
- Managed and maintained 141 pieces of non-destructive inspection course equipment valued at $3.1 million.
- Communicated effectively with team members to ensure smooth workflow and coordination of courses being taught.
- Developed strong familiarity with skills and best practices of assigned teaching methods and coursework.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies and coordinated with agencies and individuals to obtain additional materials as needed.
- Worked closely with personnel to coordinate the setup of materials and equipment.
Technical Training Instructor
United States Air Force
Pensacola, Florida
01.2022 - 05.2023
- Delivered CCAF-accredited lectures on theory, operations, and maintenance for the non-destructive testing maintenance career field training course.
- Drafted lesson plans, study guides, and curriculum while providing subject matter expert input on course control documents and instructional material improvements.
- Evaluated student performance through written and practical progress checks, appraisals, and computerized examinations.
- Communicated effectively with team members to ensure smooth workflow and coordination of courses being taught.
- Developed strong familiarity with skills and best practices of assigned teaching methods and coursework.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies and coordinated with agencies and individuals to obtain additional materials as needed.
Quality Assurance Inspector
United States Air Force
Goldsboro, North Carolina
01.2020 - 12.2021
- Evaluated Air Combat Command's largest Maintenance Standardization Evaluation Plan (MSEP), assessing 2,500 maintainers through technical and standard evaluations.
- Authored, directed, and guided the accomplishment of all local one-time inspections under the auspices of the 4MXG commander.
- Validated and verified all aircraft equipment Time Compliance Technical Orders for applicability, accuracy, and completion.
- Performed special, management, and quality verification inspections, and conducted safety investigations as required.
Nondestructive Testing Craftsman
United States Air Force
Goldsboro, North Carolina
08.2013 - 12.2019
- Supervised 11 personnel and performed non-destructive testing evaluations on 94 F-15E aircraft valued at $5.5 billion at Seymour Johnson AFB.
- Oversaw the Oil Analysis Program (OAP) and spectrometer usage to perform trend analysis on F-15 support equipment and 209 F100 engines.
- Acted as Unit Safety Radiation Officer, enforcing Bioenvironmental Flight surveys, certifying new aircraft for x-ray operations, and ensuring the safety of 2,500 airmen.
- Communicated effectively with team members to ensure smooth workflow on inspections and efficient management of personnel.
- Developed strong familiarity with skills and best practices of assigned inspection methods, reducing the time required to dispatch inspectors.
- Supervised inventory levels of supplies and coordinated with agencies and individuals to procure additional materials when needed.
- Worked closely with personnel to coordinate the setup of materials and equipment.
Nondestructive Inspection Journeyman
Air Force
Abilene, TX
11.2011 - 07.2013
- Performed Nondestructive testing evaluations on C-130 and B-1 aircraft at Dyess AFB, TX.
Nondestructive Inspection Apprentice/Journeyman Carpenter
Air Force
Okinawa, Japan
08.2008 - 10.2011
- Performed non-destructive testing evaluations on F-15, C-130, KC-135, HH-60, and E-3 aircraft, as well as aerospace ground equipment.
Education
Associate of Science - Instructor of Technology & Military Science
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL12.2025
Associate of Science - AS - Nondestructive Testing
Community College of the Air Force
01.2022
Skills
- Active listening
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Aerospace NDT applications
- Attention to detail
- Certification and training
- Classroom management
- Compliance enforcement
- Composite material inspection
- Corrective actions
- Curriculum development
- Digital radiography
- Eddy current testing
- Effective communication
- Employee supervision
- Equipment calibration and maintenance
- Forms management
- Instructional design
- Interpersonal skills
- Learning management systems
- Liquid penetrant inspection
- Magnetic particle inspection
- Measurement techniques
- Multitasking capabilities
- NDT procedure development
- Organizational skills
- Performance evaluation
- Process improvement
- Project management
- QA planning
- Quality assurance compliance
- Regulatory compliance
- Report preparation
- Safety education
- Software proficiency
- Subject matter expertise
- Technical support
- Technical writing
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Training delivery
- Training management
- Ultrasonic testing
- Visual inspection techniques
Languages
Spanish, Native, or Bilingual Proficiency.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Technical Training Instructor Supervisor
United States Air Force
06.2023 - Current
Technical Training Instructor
United States Air Force
01.2022 - 05.2023
Quality Assurance Inspector
United States Air Force
01.2020 - 12.2021
Nondestructive Testing Craftsman
United States Air Force
08.2013 - 12.2019
Nondestructive Inspection Journeyman
Air Force
11.2011 - 07.2013
Nondestructive Inspection Apprentice/Journeyman Carpenter
Air Force
08.2008 - 10.2011
Associate of Science - Instructor of Technology & Military Science
Community College of The Air Force
Associate of Science - AS - Nondestructive Testing
Community College of the Air Force
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