Jacob Israel Reid
Newnan,GA
Summary
Senior Lead QA/QC Engineer and Air Force veteran with extensive experience leading commissioning and inspection teams across large-scale, mission-critical projects. Proven expertise in L2–L5 commissioning, inspection program development, and cross-functional coordination with clients, general contractors, subcontractors, and vendors. Recognized leader and trainer with a track record of mentoring 25+ QA/QC engineers, authoring 500+ inspection checklists, and performing over 1,000 equipment inspections. Brings a strong foundation in technical compliance, risk management, and operational excellence from both data center and nuclear weapons environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Lead QA/QC Engineer
Iconix Critical Solutions
01.2024 - Current
- Led and coordinated teams of inspectors through L2 and L3 commissioning processes, ensuring compliance with project specifications, applicable codes, and industry standards. Served as a primary point of contact, coordinating daily with clients, general contractors, subcontractors, and vendors to drive timely completion of commissioning milestones. Performed and oversaw more than 1,000 inspections of major electrical and mechanical equipment and supported planning and execution of L4 and L5 functional and integrated testing. Authored and reviewed over 500 inspection checklists using approved submittals, specifications, and standards, while maintaining detailed issue tracking and Lessons Learned documentation to improve quality, efficiency, and consistency across future projects. Led and managed inspection and commissioning crews across a diverse client portfolio, tailoring execution to site-specific requirements, project scopes, schedules, and client goals while maintaining consistent quality and professional engagement.
- Trained and mentored over 25 QA/QC engineers across multiple project phases, providing hands-on instruction in commissioning workflows, inspection standards, documentation requirements, and client interaction. Supported new hire development through field-based training, checklist and report reviews, and reinforcement of compliance with specifications, codes, and industry standards. Adapted training methods to individual learning styles and site requirements, accelerating inspector competency, consistency, and confidence while strengthening overall project performance.
General Manager / Assistant General Manager
Five Guys | Starbucks | Famulari’s Pizzeria
01.2015 - 01.2023
- Led high-volume restaurant operations with teams of up to 35 employees and annual revenues exceeding $2.5M. Oversaw hiring, training, scheduling, budgeting, inventory, audits, and regulatory compliance. Recognized for operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and staff development.
- Top Secret Shopper Performer (97%)
- Top Sertitech Performer – Charleston Market (96%)
- Top 5% Speed of Service – Southeast District
- Achieved consistent SERV Safe scores of 97%
Nuclear Weapons Technician / Vehicle Control Officer
United States Air Force
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Inspected, assembled, disassembled, maintained, and modified nuclear weapons systems, launchers, and associated handling and test equipment. Performed 700+ nuclear weapons operations with a 100% technical compliance rate. Diagnosed and resolved maintenance issues, submitted deficiency reports, and authored recommended improvements to technical data. Managed nuclear-certified vehicle fleets and classified material handling in strict compliance with security and safety requirements.
- Resolved critical equipment failure during inspection without citation while under audit observation.
- Revamped vehicle and training accountability systems, achieving 100% compliance and eliminating recurring equipment damage, saving approximately $20K per month.
- Trained and certified 30–40 personnel across multiple vehicle and forklift platforms.
Education
Training - W78 & W87 Nuclear Weapons Training
Sandia National Laboratories
09.2018
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Cane Bay High School
Summerville, SC01.2016
Skills
- Commissioning (L2–L5)
- QA/QC Leadership & Team Development
- Electrical & Mechanical Inspections
- Inspection Checklist Development
- Code, Specification & Submittal Compliance
- Client & Contractor Coordination
- Lessons Learned & Continuous Improvement
- Risk Mitigation & Issue Resolution
- Technical Documentation & Reporting
- Training Program Development
- Time & Resource Management
- Safety & Procedural Compliance
Certification
- NFPA 70E
- United states Army Corp of Engineers, Construction and Quality Management
- First Aid/ CPR
- OSHA 30
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
QA/QC Engineer of the Quarter – Q2 2025, Employee of the Month – September 2025, Airman of the Quarter – Q4 2019, General Manager of the Year – 2022
Timeline
Senior Lead QA/QC Engineer
Iconix Critical Solutions
01.2024 - Current
Nuclear Weapons Technician / Vehicle Control Officer
United States Air Force
01.2016 - 01.2020
General Manager / Assistant General Manager
Five Guys | Starbucks | Famulari’s Pizzeria
01.2015 - 01.2023
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Cane Bay High School
Training - W78 & W87 Nuclear Weapons Training
Sandia National Laboratories