Mason G. Brewer
Murfreesboro,TN
Summary
Motivated Inspection Specialist seeking employment in the field of nondestructive testing. Extensive knowledge and experience to provide valuable support that promotes the company in a positive and productive manner. Proven track record ensuring structural integrity of commercial and military aerospace engines, including the world's most advanced fleet. Formal training specializes in multiple methods of Nondestructive Testing (NDT), including identifying fatigue/stress cracks using liquid penetrant and determining delaminations of advanced composites using ultrasonic techniques. Exposure to an array of inspections under extreme conditions, adaptable to accomplish tasks safely and effectively wherever necessary.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Level II NDT Inspector
NWI Aerostructures
11.2023 - 05.2024
- Improved safety standards by identifying and reporting defects in metals and other industrial products.
- Supported quality assurance initiatives by providing detailed reports on findings from NDT inspections.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to identify potential areas of concern in product design and manufacturing processes.
- Conducted liquid penetrant tests to locate surface cracks by coating objects with fluorescent dyes, cleaning excess penetrants and applying developers.
Level II NDT Inspector
StandardAero Alliance
08.2021 - 08.2023
- Company Overview: StandardAero is one of the world's largest MRO (maintenance, repair, and overhaul) facilities in the world
- As a Level II Inspector, I am responsible for meticulous inspections on 3 main engine lines that include 3007, 1107, and 2100
- Primary responsibilities are to provide inspections for the detection of flaws such as: fatigue cracks, stress corrosion cracks, weld defects, delaminations and disbonds of advanced composites
- Measure geometric characteristics, determine material structure or composition, and characterize material properties such as hardness or conductivity
- Provide detailed documentation of the test results based OEM criteria, military standards, and FAA guidelines
- Level II certifiable to ASNT, CP-189 and NAS-410 in the following testing disciplines: Magnetic Particle, Liquid Penetrant, Ultrasonic, Eddy Current, Visual
- StandardAero is one of the world's largest MRO (maintenance, repair, and overhaul) facilities in the world
E-5 Staff Sergeant
United States Air Force
01.2015 - 01.2021
- As a Non-Commissioned Officer in the U.S
- Air Force, I was responsible for the inspection of aircraft components or structure to aid in determining the usefulness of the material while ensuring positive integrity of the components
- Level II certifiable to ASNT, CP-189 and NAS-410 in the following testing disciplines: Magnetic Particle, Liquid Penetrant, Ultrasonic, Eddy Current, Radiography, Visual
- Certified trainer/frontline supervisor of lab personnel who were under my supervision as apprentices, and ensuring they were proficient in the aforementioned methods
- Perform equipment maintenance, serviceability and assure implementation of various safety programs in the lab
- As a 7-Skill Level/NDI Craftsman, I was a designated Shift Lead
- I was in charge of leading, supervising, and training 3 & 5 Skill-Level Journeyman
- Those tasks involved making them proficient in the methods listed above, teaching them leadership skills and familiarizing them to the various NDI & Safety programs
- Additionally, I was responsible for coordinating all scheduled and unscheduled maintenance with flight line and back-shop personnel
- Furthermore, I was responsible for all NDI equipment maintenance, serviceability and ensuring implementation of various safety programs within the shop, including the maintenance of all technical data and operating procedures
- I also worked hand and hand with Lockheed Martin's depot team at Eglin, AFB performing NDT methods, providing them with reliable test results
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Mechanical Engineering
Motlow State Community College
Smyrna, TN12-2025
Community College of The Air Force
01.2021
7 Level Qualifications -
U.S. Air Force Career Field Training Program
01.2021
Noncommissioned Officer
Airman Leadership School
01.2020
5 Level Qualifications -
U.S. Air Force Career Field Training Program
01.2016
3 Level Qualifications -
U.S. Air Force Career Field Training Program
01.2015
High school Diploma -
Cascade High School
01.2013
Skills
- Liquid Penetrant Testing
- Magnetic particle testing
- Eddy Current Testing
- Ultrasonic testing
- Visual Inspection
- NDT equipment calibration
- Code Compliance
- Test Documentation
- Attention to Detail
- Professionalism
Certification
Certified Level II (Civilian), PT, MT, ET, and UT
Certified 7 Level (Military), MT, PT, UT, VT, ET, RT and Oil Analysis, U.S. Air Force, 01/01/21
Awards
- National Defense Service Medal
- Air Force Achievement Medal
- Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary
- AF Good Conduct Medal
- Navy Achievement Medal
Career Development
- United States Air force Basic Military Training, Lackland AFB, San Antonio, Texas, 01/01/15
- Non-Destructive Inspection, U.S. Air Force Technical School, Pensacola Naval Air Station, Florida, 01/01/16
- First Duty Station, Eglin AFB, Florida, 01/01/16, 12/31/21
Timeline
Level II NDT Inspector
NWI Aerostructures
11.2023 - 05.2024
Level II NDT Inspector
StandardAero Alliance
08.2021 - 08.2023
E-5 Staff Sergeant
United States Air Force
01.2015 - 01.2021
Noncommissioned Officer
Airman Leadership School
5 Level Qualifications -
U.S. Air Force Career Field Training Program
3 Level Qualifications -
U.S. Air Force Career Field Training Program
High school Diploma -
Cascade High School
Certified Level II (Civilian), PT, MT, ET, and UT
Certified 7 Level (Military), MT, PT, UT, VT, ET, RT and Oil Analysis, U.S. Air Force, 01/01/21
Associate of Applied Science - Mechanical Engineering
Motlow State Community College
Community College of The Air Force
7 Level Qualifications -
U.S. Air Force Career Field Training Program
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