Sarah Bell
Mesa,AZ
Summary
Over 10 years of aerospace experience with expertise in machined parts, sheet metal assemblies, engine propulsion, and rocket programs. Am passionate to explore Blue Origin space programs and shared values. Skilled in establishing and enforcing quality system processes, optimizing procedures, and conducting root cause analysis and corrective actions. Adept at collaborating with diverse, multi-functional teams, and fostering a culture of inclusion. Proven ability to earn trust and build reliable, professional relationships through communication and detailed problem-solving. Committed to developing training materials to enhance quality awareness and safety.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Quality Engineer II
Phoenix Logistics Inc. (Formerly Imaginetics Aero)
04.2021 - Current
- Managed a project to reduce variability by 19% resulting in 99-100% conformance in the draw form operation.
- Reduced accumulated parts per million defects by 56.7% in January 2022!
- Validated blueprint dimensions using Catia.
- Conducted to root cause analysis to determine core reason for failures and errors using fault tree analysis, 5 why and fishbone diagrams.
- Managed material review boards to disposition non-conforming hardware.
- Created a work instruction and trained to streamline the Advanced Product Quality Process.
Quality Technician
Exotic Metals Forming Company
04.2018 - 04.2021
- Promoted to quality technician at 2 years.
- Key stakeholder in projects including developmental programs for engine propulsion systems of F35 and F19 Strike Fighter Lightning II.
- Saved the company an average of $195,000/mo. by eliminating laser strikes on tabs of the inner combustions.
- Reduced the amount of rework spent on removing FOD by 37%. 40 minutes reduced to 15 minutes.
- Completed process walks with engineering to understand details on product design.
- Reviewed and improved Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis for manufacturing operations.
Quality Inspector
Exotic Metals Forming Company
04.2018 - 04.2021
- Became certified Delegated Quality Representative for Pratt & Whitney after 1 year of employment.
- Tested 96% in drawing interpretations.
- Tested 98% in the Visual weld practical test.
- Training within the industry certified.
- Dimensionally inspected hardware with gages.
- Rejected products, materials and equipment not conforming with specifications.
Quality Inspector
Exact Aerospace
04.2016 - 04.2018
- Prepared engineering source inspection jobs for Boeing’s quality representative Maya Cordova.
- Conducted first part quality check for operations..
- Utilized gauges, tools and equipment to complete inspections to blueprints.
- Verified certifications for materials, finishes and heat-treated hardware.
- Produced first article inspection reports for Boeing's AH Apache Attack helicopter program.
- Completed training and received certificate for manual CMM.
Office Clerk II
Accurus Aerospace
10.2013 - 04.2016
- Increased Boeing’s BEST delivery rating from silver 96-98.7% to gold 98.8-100%.
- Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
- Created pack slips and coordinated shipments.
- Performed purchase order changes and communicated changes for production priorities.
- Developed a quick response manufacturing plan for the office.
- Developed ITAR compliance and control documentations book.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT08.2019
Certification
SAE 13001 DPRV, Global Logistics, Management, Customer Service, Accounting Associate, Marketing, CMM Manager
Timeline
Quality Engineer II
Phoenix Logistics Inc. (Formerly Imaginetics Aero)
04.2021 - Current
Quality Technician
Exotic Metals Forming Company
04.2018 - 04.2021
Quality Inspector
Exotic Metals Forming Company
04.2018 - 04.2021
Quality Inspector
Exact Aerospace
04.2016 - 04.2018
Office Clerk II
Accurus Aerospace
10.2013 - 04.2016
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Western Governors University
SAE 13001 DPRV, Global Logistics, Management, Customer Service, Accounting Associate, Marketing, CMM Manager
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