Kendall Brooks
Long Beach,United States
Summary
Knowledgeable Non-Destructive Testing Technician with proven track record in managing diverse projects and ensuring timely completion. Demonstrated ability to coordinate effectively with stakeholders and solve complex problems on-site. Successfully utilized project management and communication skills to deliver high-quality results.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
NDT Contractor
Rocket Aerospace NDT Inspectors
12.2021 - Current
- Formulated private NDT company EIN: 87-4037732; focused on providing consultation and inspection services to aerospace companies as an advisor.
- Delivered high-quality work on time and within budget, earning positive feedback from clients.
- Contracted as a NDE Level II NAS 410 for Pratt & Whitney (May 2022-September 2022), performing Eddy Current Array and Ultrasonic Phased Array inspections on PW4000 engine hubs and fan blades.
- Function as Radiation Site Supervisor and Radiation Safety Officer (USNRC experience and training completed).
- Provide NDT Level I & II training and act as an NDE Technician/Contractor.
- Delivered outstanding service to customers to maintain and extend relationships for future business opportunities.
- Perform ASNT Level III functions, including part-specific technique, NDT procedures, and process specification writing.
NDE Specialist II
Relativity Space
06.2023 - 11.2024
- Awarded a Mission Medallion bonus for outstanding contributions to the company's long-term success.
- Spearheaded the development and implementation of specific UTT and ECA techniques for managing feasibility and complex repairs on critical PBF (Powder Bed Fusion) components.
- Led the effort in developing robust NDT methods for the Fuel Turbopump Impeller, encompassing all aspects from initial design to final ECA calibration.
- Designed and procured a material-specific ECA calibration standard, critical for flaw size and AQLs definition.
- Developed comprehensive documentation for technical efforts and results, including Cold Spray (CS) NDT and material for team collaboration.
- Partnered with outside NDT experts to incorporate PAUT capability, driving a Level V capability in complex PBF components.
- Provided immediate, highly sensitive, and completed deliverables from proceeding to costly and time-consuming subsequent operations.
NDT Level II Professional
Joby Aviation
09.2020 - 10.2021
- Developed and established nondestructive test procedures for highly critical and complex metallic additively manufactured aerospace parts.
- Established procedural processes for NDT inspection techniques on advanced composite propeller blades using ultrasonic phased array equipment.
- Led the way in establishing a priority system for production and R&D parts requiring nondestructive tests.
- Coordinated with multiple NDT inspection companies to align equipment needs and establish in-house NDT inspection processes.
- Conducted weekly meetings to provide NDT inspection status updates and maintain open team communication.
- Served as the process owner for the company's Penetrant NDT procedure for eVTOL aerospace components and hardware.
- Created and modified an online reference tracking eVTOL aircraft flight times with scheduled NDT inspections using analytical data software.
- Established an online reference log for multi-site in-house NDT inspection requests, providing transparent communication from inspection request to completion.
NDT Level II Professional
SpaceX
04.2017 - 10.2019
- Developed NDT method Eddy Current test plans with responsible engineers and the mechanical engineering team for Dragon 1/Demo 2, documenting and tracking accept/reject results of space vehicle NDT inspections.
- Established the "Dragon" NDE Department's Eddy Current equipment needs, incorporating 5S principles and a tool sign-in/sign-out procedure for equipment traceability.
- Promoted team talent by conducting periodical meetings for the Eddy Current group, fostering training opportunities, and sharing technical updates.
- Ensured personnel safety during Demo 2 module X-ray inspections as the responsible IRRSP cardholder.
- Provided upgrade OJT training to personnel in the "Dragon" NDE department, cross-training in Eddy Current inspection methods.
- Completed numerous approved Radiography, Eddy Current, and Eddy Current Array NDT inspection techniques.
- Demonstrated flexibility by working cohesively across several departments, providing out-of-lane support as needed.
- Provided daily status reports to production on NDT inspection results and estimated completion times.
F-15 Non-Destructive Inspection Technician/Trainer
ManTech International Corporation
01.2016 - 07.2016
- Provided on-the-job training to Royal Saudi Air Force military personnel in NDT procedures, inspections, processes, and shop contingency programs.
Education
Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering Technology/Technician -
Community College of the Air Force
01.2013
NDI Formal Training Courses, Non Destructive Inspection -
USAF NDI Technical School
07.2007
Skills
- Proficient in multiple inspection methodologies
- Equipment calibration proficiency
- Experienced with analytical data software
- Performance evaluation and cross-functional collaboration
- Project coordination
Accomplishments
Earned Mission Medallion award from Relativity Space April 2024 for outstanding contributions to the company's long-term success.
Huge contribution in achieving the first U.S. private company astronaut mission with SpaceX, Crew 1 Capsule in 2019.
Developed and implemented novel NDT inspection techniques for advanced composite propeller blades using Sonatest ultrasonic phased array equipment. This work supported over 400 incident-free test flights of the company's first eVTOL prototype and was foundational in establishing the inspection plans required for FAA type certification for Joby Aviation.
Certification
NAS-410 & SNT-TC-1A
Certifiable to Level II
Eddy Current Testing
Eddy Current Array
Radiography Testing
Visual Testing
Liquid Penetrant Testing
Ultrasonic Testing
Phased Array Testing
Ultrasonic Thickness Testing
Magnetic Particle Testing
Timeline
NDE Specialist II
Relativity Space
06.2023 - 11.2024
NDT Contractor
Rocket Aerospace NDT Inspectors
12.2021 - Current
NDT Level II Professional
Joby Aviation
09.2020 - 10.2021
NDT Level II Professional
SpaceX
04.2017 - 10.2019
F-15 Non-Destructive Inspection Technician/Trainer
ManTech International Corporation
01.2016 - 07.2016
Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering Technology/Technician -
Community College of the Air Force
NDI Formal Training Courses, Non Destructive Inspection -
USAF NDI Technical School
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