Quality assurance professional with proven track record of enhancing product reliability and streamlining processes. Known for strong focus on team collaboration and achieving consistent results while adapting to evolving project demands. Skilled in root cause analysis and continuous improvement methodologies, bringing reliability and integrity to every task.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Onboarding Quality Engineer
Orizon Aerostructures, LLC
03.2021 - 12.2024
Create, populate, and perform First Article Inspections (FAIs) in accordance with Aerospace Standard AS9102.
Review FAIs packages in office and ensured the accuracy and completeness of all engineering design requirements records on the AS9102 forms.
Confirm that the First Article Inspection Record (FAIR) is accurate and completed for a part number or assembly and that all part, product, and characteristic accountability aspects are addressed prior to approval.
Manage all First Article activity including Source Inspection coordination and other applicable activities related to FAIR compliance
Improved customer satisfaction levels with timely resolution of non-conformance issues and effective corrective actions.
Implemented supplier qualification system, elevating quality of incoming materials and components.
Developed inspection plans based on design specifications, ensuring all critical dimensions and performance criteria were verified throughout the manufacturing process.
Quality Planner
The Atlas Group
08.2017 - 12.2020
Reviewed manufacturing plans for product realization
Reviewed and approved internal 2D drawings using CATIA.
Preparation of First Article Inspections, gathering all the necessary information required.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align goals and ensure project success.
Quality Assurance Inspector
LMI Aerospace Inc.
04.2016 - 08.2017
Interpreted drawing dimensions and performed measurements of machined and supplier manufactured parts and assemblies
Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
Used calipers and micrometer measuring instruments.
Quality Assurance Inspector
Wescon Plastics
02.2010 - 10.2015
Interpreted drawing dimensions and performed measurements of machined and supplier manufactured parts
Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
Used calipers and micrometer measuring instruments.
Education
No Degree - General Studies
Butler County Community College
El Dorado, KS
Skills
AS9100 Standards Knowledge
AS9102 Process Expertise
Experienced in Net Inspection Techniques
FAI Ballooning Software Expertise
Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing
CATIA Proficiency
Quality Source Inspection
Quality processes
Non-conforming material reports
Timeline
Onboarding Quality Engineer
Orizon Aerostructures, LLC
03.2021 - 12.2024
Quality Planner
The Atlas Group
08.2017 - 12.2020
Quality Assurance Inspector
LMI Aerospace Inc.
04.2016 - 08.2017
Quality Assurance Inspector
Wescon Plastics
02.2010 - 10.2015
No Degree - General Studies
Butler County Community College
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