Kentrell Powell
San Jose
Summary
Experienced Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) professional with 5 years of experience supporting aerospace manufacturing, aircraft maintenance, and production quality operations. Skilled in Ultrasonic Testing (UT), Radiographic Testing (RT), Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), Penetrant Testing (PT), and Eddy Current Testing (ET), with hands-on experience identifying defects, foreign object debris (FOD), solder issues, and manufacturing anomalies in high-value aircraft components and assemblies. Proven leader with experience supervising teams, supporting maintenance operations, mentoring junior personnel, and maintaining strict quality and safety standards in fast-paced environments. Recognized for strong attention to detail, technical problem-solving, and dependable performance under pressure. Active DoD Secret Clearance.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Non Destructive Inspector
Joby Aviation
San Carlos, CA
08.2025 - Current
- Conduct high-precision industrial X-ray inspections in support of aerospace manufacturing and production operations.
- Analyze assemblies, circuit boards, and components to detect foreign object debris (FOD), solder defects, voids, misalignments, and other manufacturing anomalies.
- Interpret complex X-ray imagery to identify quality concerns and ensure compliance with engineering specifications and inspection standards.
- Partner with production, manufacturing, engineering, and quality assurance teams to support product reliability and resolve inspection-related issues.
- Maintain detailed inspection documentation, records, and defect reporting in accordance with company procedures and quality requirements.
- Operate X-ray inspection systems while adhering to strict radiation safety protocols, operational guidelines, and aerospace industry standards.
- Support continuous improvement efforts focused on inspection accuracy, process efficiency, and production quality.
- Contribute to maintaining high-quality manufacturing standards in a fast-paced aerospace production environment.
Non Destructive Inspection
United States Air Force
RAF Lakenheath & Davis Monthan AFB & Travis AFB
08.2020 - Current
- Performed advanced inspections using magnetic particle, ultrasonic, eddy current, radiography, and liquid penetrant testing across aircraft such as the F-15, F-35, A-10C, EC-130H, C-130J, and HH-60 helicopters.
- Diagnosed potential structural failures before they occurred, directly supporting flight safety and operational readiness.
- Led a time-critical inspection initiative involving 248 A-10 aircraft across five agencies, preserving aircraft integrity and returning $4 million in mission assets to service.
- Supervised and trained junior airmen in NDT techniques, resulting in faster qualification times and improved team competency.
- Managed the deployed Oil Analysis Program, processing 370 samples and supporting over 260 missions, protecting high-value aircraft engines and mechanical systems.
- Collaborated with multinational teams during NATO flight certification efforts for 21 commanders from six partner nations.
- Conducted radiographic review of over 1,000 images, completing 139 workcards, locating and retrieving 26 foreign objects that posed risk to $30 million worth of engine components.
- Promoted a proactive safety culture by updating and enforcing maintenance protocols, significantly reducing workplace injuries and inspection delays.
- Certified structural integrity of F-35 ammunition loading systems, ensuring safe deployment and operational efficiency.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Homeland Security
University of Maryland Global Campus
Hyattsville, MD08-2028
Associate of Arts - Communications
American Military University
Charles Town, WV06-2026
Skills
- Active DoD Secret Clearance
- United States Citizen
- Industrial X-Ray Inspection
- Non-Destructive Inspection (NDI)
- Foreign Object Debris (FOD) Detection
- Solder Inspection
- Defect Analysis & Interpretation
- Quality Assurance
- Technical Documentation & Reporting
- Radiation Safety Compliance
- Aerospace Manufacturing Support
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-Solving
Timeline
Non Destructive Inspector
Joby Aviation
08.2025 - Current
Non Destructive Inspection
United States Air Force
08.2020 - Current
Associate of Arts - Communications
American Military University
Bachelor of Science - Homeland Security
University of Maryland Global Campus