Conducted final acceptance for placement on high speed internet satellite for use by military and civilian aircraft and forces
Inspected satellite communication equipment for compliance with industry standards.
Inspected finished goods prior to shipment to guarantee they meet company standards.
Monitored production processes for adherence to quality assurance guidelines.
Assessed initial prototypes for adherence to quality and compliance standards.
Evaluated technical documentation to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Collaborated with engineering teams to identify and resolve quality issues.
Trained new inspectors on inspection protocols and safety procedures.
Implemented process improvements to enhance operational efficiency in inspections.
Collaborated with management teams to identify process improvements enhancing overall operational efficiency.
Quality Reliability Officer
Federal Aviation Administration
Washington
09.1989 - 09.2015
Acted as Quality Reliability Officer (QRO)/Associate Program Manager for Quality (APMQ) for the Federal Aviation Administration in Washington, D.C. Maintained contractual oversight for all contractors conducting business with the Federal Aviation Administration throughout the United States, Guam, and Alaska.
My duties include evaluation of highly specialized Quality Assurance Systems. I evaluate the contractors proposed Quality Assurance Program Plans, Quality Control Systems Plans and Computer Software Program Plans for acceptability. Functioned as the senior Quality Reliability Expert for multiple FAA programs. I am responsible for exercising final quality assurance authority on the agencies major system acquisitions. Engaged in provisioning conferences and contract negotiations as the expert on new equipment not previously included in the National Airspace System (NAS). I conduct evaluations on both the prime contractor and the major subcontractors who produce systems for the FAA. I have developed and implemented software process systems evaluation and conduct risk management evaluations on a regular basis. I evaluate actual contractual progress against incurred costs to determine a recommendation for approval or disapproval of progress payments. Wrote progress reports and special reports to inform the procurement team of contract progress. Advised top management personnel on areas of concern to the FAA, including progress and anticipated delays in program schedules. I approve Specification Deviations, Waivers and changes, which do not affect contract price, delivery or end use. As a QRO I possess an extensive background in the areas of policies and procedures, system testing, contract administration, engineering, and program management. I determine manpower requirements and prepare personnel work schedules for various contracts within the State of Florida.
I have received certification through ASQ in both Software Quality Engineering and Auditing.
Salary: $103,171.00
Hours per week: 40
Supervisor: Gregory Black, Phone: 202-267-8904
Quality Assurance Specialist Aerospace
National Aeronautics And Space Administration NASA
09.1985 - 09.1989
I served as a Quality Assurance Specialist (Electronics)(Computer Software) and Space Flight vehicle (Space shuttle) program.
As a Quality Assurance Specialist my duties included surveillance of the modification and maintenance/overhaul of highly complex electronic equipment such as Satellite Receiving/Transmitting systems, Laser Processing systems and Computer Software Development. I performed many quality assurance functions at Kennedy Space center and contractor facilities located throughout the USA to assure the outgoing product was in compliance with the contract.
I also performed quality Assurance audits to assure the contractor was performing in accordance with MIL-Q-9858A and NASA quality clauses for a man rated Aircraft and other contractual requirements. I advised the Quality Assurance Representative of any deficiencies in the technical data package and made recommendations for its correction. As a Quality Assurance Specialist I have a broad knowledge of procurement, engineering, production and contract administration. I am skilled at interfacing with contractor personnel at all levels within the management structure. I have completed training at the National Aeronautical Space Administration (NASA) and have received certification to support their programs as a Government Representative.
Salary: $29,981.00
Hours per week: 40
Supervisor: Guy Perot (Deceased)
U.S. Army
01.1974 - 01.1977
Served in the U.S. Army signal core 1974 to 1977 Honorable Discharge May 1977.
Attended electronic instruments repair school at Fort Gordon Georgia.
I served overseas with the eight infantry Division USERA.
My duties was the repair and calibration of electronic devices. I was detached to the Army ski Team and ski patrol from 1976-77 seasons.
Education
High School -
Roy High
Roy, Ut.
Electronics
Weber State university
Ogden, Ut
Skills
Equipment inspection
Quality control
Technical documentation
Process improvement
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Department of Defense SustAward 1988
ASQ Certification Auditor 2003
ASQ Certification Software Quality Engineer 2004
FAA Sustained Superior Performance Award 1991, 1998, 1999, 200(2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006.
Timeline
Source on inspector
Viasat
09.2017 - 10.2020
Quality Reliability Officer
Federal Aviation Administration
09.1989 - 09.2015
Quality Assurance Specialist Aerospace
National Aeronautics And Space Administration NASA