SEAN WILLIAMSON
Houston,TX
Summary
Quality assurance professional with extensive experience in process improvement and troubleshooting. Proven track record in conducting final inspections, resolving elevated issues, and maintaining compliance with industry standards. Adept at collaborating with engineering and sales teams to enhance product quality and operational efficiency.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Assurance Manager of Manufacturing / Lead Customer Service Representative
OFI TESTING EQUIPMENT
Houston, Texas
03.2022 - 12.2025
- Conducted all final inspections of equipment during assembly and prior to final shipment.
- Partnered with the Quality Control Manager and Senior Director of Manufacturing to resolve elevated issues.
- Authored and validated calibration reports to meet specific application requirements, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
- Perform documentation control of all Quality Assurance documents and Engineering calibration reports.
- Create Non-Conformance Reports (NCR) for Engineering and monitor progress updates.
- Read and implement technical drawings, schematics, and electrical diagrams for conformance and accuracy.
- Coordinated with Engineering and Sales to address progress and delay issues, ensuring alignment on project timelines.
- Compiled and refined reports for customers and Engineering applications, enhancing clarity and supporting decision-making.
- Primary point of contact for all calibration equipment and required certifications.
Service Technician
RIO MARINE CONTROLS AND HYDRAULICS
Houston, Texas
03.2021 - 11.2021
- Performed function and quality checks on vessel hydraulic and steering systems to verify safety and efficiency.
- Troubleshot issues and serviced inland barge vessels to ensure operational reliability.
- Installation of pumps, valves, and numerous hydraulic components.
- Disassembled and assembled hydraulic cylinders to maintain functionality and performance standards.
- Communicate with port captains to provide timely repair information to include initial findings and possible solutions for hydraulic steering systems.
Landing Gear Technician
AV8MRO
Houston, Texas
08.2019 - 11.2020
- Overhaul of 800XP landing gear for the Hawker Aircraft.
- Incorporated Service Bulletins for upgraded landing gear side stay assemblies, ensuring compliance with manufacturer standards.
- Disassembled, cleaned, and inspected parts for airworthiness and cycle limitations, contributing to aircraft safety and performance.
- Rigorously rigged and tested assembled landing gear side stays per FAA regulations, ensuring functionality and reliability.
- Operated hydraulic test stand for evaluating brake valve performance in a controlled environment.
Heavy Assembly Technician / Senior Technical Writer
OFI TESTING EQUIPMENT
Houston, Texas
03.2014 - 04.2019
- Implemented work instruction guide that standardized build/manufacturing process, enhancing consistency and reducing man hour costs across the team.
- Created 450+ work instruction documents and troubleshooting guides to support operational efficiency.
- Constructed heavy equipment while collaborating with engineering to enhance new product designs and instructions.
Rotary Steerable System (RSS) Transmissions Technician
TERRAVICI DRILLING SOLUTION
Houston, Texas
10.2012 - 02.2014
- Troubleshot RSS failures for diagnosis and reliability reviews, enhancing system reliability.
- Downloaded, processed, and analyzed technical tool data to inform system performance assessments.
- Assembled components for rotary steerable system in a production environment.
Contract Aircraft Mechanic
AIRCRAFT MECHANIC: CONTRACT WORKER
Houston, Louisiana
08.2010 - 08.2012
- Executed all hourly and maintenance inspections mandated by FAA regulations.
- Inspected aircraft systems for compliance with safety regulations.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues using specialized tools and equipment.
- Performed routine maintenance on various aircraft components and systems.
- Maintained multiple aircraft, ensuring safety compliance for passengers and crew.
MV-22 Osprey Instructor / Evaluator
UNITED STATES MARINES CORPS
New River, NC
01.2007 - 02.2010
- Instructed 140+ Marines on MV-22 aircraft operations, enhancing their flight proficiency and safety awareness.
- Mentored junior Marines through classroom and practical rotations, fostering their professional development and confidence in aircraft operations.
- Coordinated training exercises to improve operational readiness among personnel.
- Developed lesson plans to enhance understanding of military protocols.
- Delivered lectures on leadership principles and teamwork strategies.
MV-22 Airframes Hydraulics Mechanic
UNITED STATES MARINES CORPS
New River, NC
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Inspected and diagnosed mechanical issues in military vehicles and equipment.
- Conducted routine maintenance on engines, transmissions, and braking systems.
- Repaired and replaced defective parts using hand and power tools.
- Performed composite carbon fiber repairs and conducted inspections to uphold quality standards.
- Conducted routine and special inspections during maintenance to ensure operational readiness.
T-700/T-400 Engine Mechanic
UNITED STATES MARINES CORPS
New River, NC
01.2002 - 01.2006
- Diagnosed mechanical issues in aircraft engines and ground support equipment.
- Repair, re-install, inspection, and disassembly of aircraft engines.
- Repaired and overhauled engine components to ensure optimal performance.
- Assisted work centers to achieve timely turnaround of aircraft engines.
- Performed routine maintenance on various military vehicles and equipment.
UH-1N/AH-1W Airframes Hydraulics Mechanic
UNITED STATES MARINES CORPS
New River, NC
01.1997 - 01.2002
- Executed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, ensuring Marine Corps aircraft remained mission-ready.
- Inspected system fittings, hydraulic/fluid lines, and supports for cracks, leaks, and loose connections, enhancing aircraft safety and reliability.
- Conducted preventative maintenance on various systems and engines.
- Repaired and replaced defective parts to ensure operational readiness.
- Inspected and diagnosed mechanical issues in military vehicles and equipment.
Education
Airframes And Powerplant License - Federal Avaiation Administration (FAA)
Aircraft Institute of Maintenance
Houston, TX04-2010
Graduate Certificate - Six Sigma (Green Belt)
Marine Corps University
Quantico, VA02-2004
GED -
Cy-Falls High School
Houston, TX05-1996
Skills
- Quality assurance and control
- Process improvement
- Data analysis and reporting
- Change management
- Technical training
- Six Sigma methodologies
- Quality management systems
- Troubleshooting and problem solving
- Compliance verification
- Production monitoring
- Documentation expertise
- Workplace safety
- Visual inspection
Certifications And License
- Six Sigma Course (Green Belt), Theory of Constraints, and 5S, MCAS New River NC.
- Airframe and Powerplants Mechanic license (A&P), Federal Aviation Administration.
- MV-22 Journeyman Instructor Training, MCAS New River, NC.
- Valid Passport - Available to travel at anytime.
Equipment
MV-22, AH-1W, UH-1N, CH-46, CH-53, Eurocopter AS350, T-700, T-400, MS Office, Adobe Acrobat Pro, SharePoint, Global Shop Solutions (ERP Software), Laser Programming Software, Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro), Calipers, micrometers, multi-meters, flow meters, various pressure gauges, Previous jobs include over 175 pieces of equipment.
Timeline
Quality Assurance Manager of Manufacturing / Lead Customer Service Representative
OFI TESTING EQUIPMENT
03.2022 - 12.2025
Service Technician
RIO MARINE CONTROLS AND HYDRAULICS
03.2021 - 11.2021
Landing Gear Technician
AV8MRO
08.2019 - 11.2020
Heavy Assembly Technician / Senior Technical Writer
OFI TESTING EQUIPMENT
03.2014 - 04.2019
Rotary Steerable System (RSS) Transmissions Technician
TERRAVICI DRILLING SOLUTION
10.2012 - 02.2014
Contract Aircraft Mechanic
AIRCRAFT MECHANIC: CONTRACT WORKER
08.2010 - 08.2012
MV-22 Osprey Instructor / Evaluator
UNITED STATES MARINES CORPS
01.2007 - 02.2010
MV-22 Airframes Hydraulics Mechanic
UNITED STATES MARINES CORPS
01.2006 - 01.2007
T-700/T-400 Engine Mechanic
UNITED STATES MARINES CORPS
01.2002 - 01.2006
UH-1N/AH-1W Airframes Hydraulics Mechanic
UNITED STATES MARINES CORPS
01.1997 - 01.2002
Airframes And Powerplant License - Federal Avaiation Administration (FAA)
Aircraft Institute of Maintenance
Graduate Certificate - Six Sigma (Green Belt)
Marine Corps University
GED -
Cy-Falls High School