Michael Ternes
Cheney,KS
Summary
Results-driven DOD Inspector at Spirit AeroSystems with expertise in quality assurance inspection and employee training. Proven track record in enhancing product compliance through meticulous visual analysis and detailed reporting. Skilled in utilizing quality control software to monitor and improve production processes, ensuring adherence to engineering specifications and safety protocols.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
DOD CONTRACT INSPECTOR
TEKsystems/AEROTEK
Wichita, KS
12.2023 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive inspections to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Ensured accurate documentation of inspections using advanced data management systems and tools.
- Identified potential issues through diligent visual inspections, ensuring timely resolution and prevention of future problems.
- Assisted management in identifying areas for improvement within existing processes, contributing to the development of more effective strategies moving forward.
- Adhered to strict ethical standards in all inspection activities, upholding the integrity of the profession and earning the respect of colleagues and clients alike.
- Followed standard operating procedures for inspections and tests.
- Monitored product quality at all stages of production process.
- Trained other workers in inspection and testing procedures.
- Trained junior inspectors on best practices and inspection methodologies to enhance team performance.
DOD LEAD INSPECTOR
Spirit AeroSystems
Wichita, KS
01.2018 - 11.2021
- Oversaw 8 inspectors in 8 areas
- Inspected and examined materials and finished parts and products for defects to verify conformance with engineering drawings and specifications.
- Conducted thorough inspections of aerospace components to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Utilized precision measuring tools to assess product specifications and identify defects.
- Trained other workers in inspection and testing procedures.
- Recorded inspection and test results on data sheets.
- Operated and maintained testing equipment.
- Provided technical support to production personnel.
- Monitored product quality at all stages of production process.
- Followed standard operating procedures for inspections.
- Followed safety protocols while handling hazardous materials.
- Utilized quality control software to track and analyze product data.
MVP AUDITOR
Spirit AeroSystems
Wichita, KS
11.2012 - 2018
- Audited Approximately 50 mechanics a month
- Communicated with auditee staff to obtain necessary information for audits.
- Executed audit phases and entered data into accounting software for analysis.
- Followed established auditing processes to meet internal and regulatory requirements.
- Interviewed auditees to gather data needed to conduct audits.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Performed observations and evaluated supporting documents to supplement audit findings.
- Planned and executed follow-up audits at appropriate intervals.
Lead Composite Inspector
Spirit AeroSystems
Wichita, KS
05.2005 - 11.2012
- Oversaw 5 inspectors in 5 areas
- Inspected and examined materials and finished parts and products for defects to verify conformance with engineering drawings and specifications.
- Followed standard operating procedures for inspections and tests.
- Used analyzers, multimeters and power supplies to conduct diagnostic procedures.
- Trained other workers in inspection and testing procedures.
- Recorded inspection and test results on data sheets.
- Provided technical support to production personnel.
Composite Inspector
Boeing
Wichita, KS
1996 - 05.2005
- Inspected and examined materials and finished parts and products for defects conformance with engineering drawings and specifications.
- Monitored product quality at all stages of production process.
- Recorded inspection and test results on data sheets.
- Provided technical support to production personnel.
- Utilized precision measurement tools to assess product quality and identify deviations.
Composite Mechanic
Boeing
Wichita, KS
06.1990 - 1996
- Operated machinery and tools safely during composite manufacturing.
- Read and interpreted job orders, drawings and specification sketches.
- Followed specifications to create accurate composites parts
- Fabricated composite parts.
- Fabricated composite structures using precision tools and equipment.
Education
No Degree - Accounting And Computer Science
WSU
Wichita, KSSkills
- MBD, primarily Catia V5 and Enovia, including GD&T tolerancing
- SAP
- Military Enterprise Resource Planner (mERP)
- Visual analysis of drawings
- Composite Fabrication inspection
- Assembly inspection
- Evidence gathering
- Detailed inspection reporting
- MVP auditor
- Audit reporting
- Dimensional analysis
- Technical report writing
- Employee training
- Microsoft office
- Document creation
- Attention to detail
Certification
(DoD) security clearance, as well as meet the requirements to obtain customer-specific clearance.
- Certified DOD inspector, Spirit Aerosystems - 2018-present
Timeline
DOD CONTRACT INSPECTOR
TEKsystems/AEROTEK
12.2023 - Current
DOD LEAD INSPECTOR
Spirit AeroSystems
01.2018 - 11.2021
MVP AUDITOR
Spirit AeroSystems
11.2012 - 2018
Lead Composite Inspector
Spirit AeroSystems
05.2005 - 11.2012
Composite Mechanic
Boeing
06.1990 - 1996
Composite Inspector
Boeing
1996 - 05.2005
No Degree - Accounting And Computer Science
WSU
Personal Information
Work History
01-2012