Nathan R. Gondoly
Wichita
Summary
Dynamic quality assurance professional with extensive experience at SQA Services, leading inspection teams for Boeing. Proven expertise in AS9100 standards and geometric dimensioning, coupled with strong leadership skills. Recognized for enhancing inspection processes and ensuring compliance, resulting in improved product quality and operational efficiency.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Quality Inspector
SQA Services
02.2023 - Current
- Lead a team of inspectors for Boeing. Role includes walking the floor, communicating directly with client/staff, reporting directly to Boeing reps, writing up daily reports, daily meetings etc
- Performed inspections on 767 Wing Center & 48 Section (Fuel Bays, Upper/Lower Panel, Keel, Wheel Wells, Front/Rear Spar, Aft Wheel Well Bulkhead, Upper/Lower 48 Lobes) both final assembly & in process.
- Identifying defects, documenting via crab sheets, applying BAC knowledge, reading drawings/blueprints, AS9100
- Inspection tools used: Gelsight, Dial indicators, Calipers, Tripod micrometer, Push/Pull gauge, Depth gauge, Feeler gauges, Protrusion gauges, Scales, Flashlight/mirror
Sheet Metal Mechanic
Spirit AeroSystems
02.2021 - 02.2023
- 777 Cabs, 737 Panels
- Apply drawing/blueprint knowledge to day to day jobs to ensure proper installations.
- Drill outs, countersinking, deburring, inspections, installing various rivets/fasteners, shims, fillers, cold work, daily usage of all power tools (slow/fast motors, rivet guns, squeezers, saws, dotco/sanders), sealing, cleaning, solvents, glue etc
- Met strict quality standards by inspecting and correcting work of less experienced team members.
Paint Line & Assembly
CNH Industrial
03.2019 - 02.2021
- Paint Line: Prime/topcoat, mixing paint, load/unload parts from paint line to feed assembly line, operating hoists, touch up.
- Assembly Line: installation of engines, wire harness, loader arms & final inspection.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Process Mechanic
Spirit AeroSystems
04.2017 - 03.2019
- Repaired parts quickly to prevent delays in projects and repair work.
- Inspected small parts using blueprint knowledge to ensure all parts were within tolerance.
- Broke off sharp edges on plant parts, blending mismatch etc with use of power tools.
Education
High School Diploma -
Haven High School
Haven, KS05-2016
Skills
- Extensive knowledge in Data Entry, Analysis and Reporting
- Leadership Experience
- Aircraft Inspection Experience
- Aircraft Mechanical Experience
- AS9100 Knowledge
- BAC Knowledge
- Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing
Languages
English
Timeline
Lead Quality Inspector
SQA Services
02.2023 - Current
Sheet Metal Mechanic
Spirit AeroSystems
02.2021 - 02.2023
Paint Line & Assembly
CNH Industrial
03.2019 - 02.2021
Process Mechanic
Spirit AeroSystems
04.2017 - 03.2019
High School Diploma -
Haven High School