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Steven Abney

Fort Worth,TX

Summary

Focused and methodical Aircraft assembly inspector offering expertise in inspecting, testing and quality monitoring of completed assembly processes and steps. Demonstrated success in upholding standards, monitoring safety and promoting production excellence. Experienced in producing detailed reports and maintaining thorough records.

Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Detail Parts Inspector

Safran Helicopter Engines
Grand Prarie, TX
04.2024 - Current
  • Performed visual, dimensional, and functional inspections of components.
  • Inspected parts for defects and recorded results in reports.
  • Reported any discrepancies found during inspection process to supervisor.
  • Checked parts against blueprints to ensure accuracy of measurements.
  • Works with overhaul manuals and internal documentation to accept or reject individual components in modules/engines.
  • Used Illustrated Parts Catalog and Service Bulletins to establish the configuration of Module/Engines and identify potential missing parts.
  • Supports and ensures 5S practices of the shop and work station.
  • Ensures all system transactions are properly closed at the completion of each inspection.
  • Supports all SafranHE and FAA rules and regulations.
  • Able to efficiently use measuring equipment in order to evaluate the serviceable status of parts and engines equipment.

Aircraft Parts Inspector

Transtar Aircraft Interiors
Arlington, TX
01.2024 - 04.2025
  • Utilized specialized tools such as calipers, micrometers, gauges. to measure parts.
  • Performed visual, dimensional, and functional inspections of components.
  • Checked parts against blueprints to ensure accuracy of measurements.
  • Inspected parts for defects and recorded results in reports.
  • Verified conformity of finished products before packaging for shipment.
  • Documented product information such as lot numbers, serial numbers. into database system.
  • Performed manual, visual, and dimension inspection of parts to deliver satisfactory quality and compliance with customer requirements and approved methods.
  • Followed standard procedures for tagging and segregating non-conforming products.
  • Marked materials with grade or acceptance status.

Assembly Quality Control Inspector

Lockheed Martin
Fort Worth, TX
08.2017 - 10.2023
  • Inspected, tested and measured materials for conformance to specifications and regulatory requirements.
  • Read blueprints and manuals to determine test procedures or adjustment methods.
  • Oversaw disposal of products, materials and equipment not in compliance with tolerances, safety standards or quality levels.
  • Oversaw proper tagging and identification of parts and components, enabling rejected or non-repairable parts to be properly marked, quarantined and rendered unusable.
  • Examined products and materials for defects or deviations to remove or discard non-conforming items.
  • Assessed materials, parts and products for conformance with quality control requirements and production specifications.
  • Documented nonconformities and recommended techniques for prompt resolution.

Locomotive Assembler

G.E. Manufactoring Solutions
Haslet, TX
01.2015 - 11.2016
  • Read and interpreted schematics and drawings for accurate results.
  • Used templates and drawings to complete product according to specifications.
  • Adhered to work safety standards, wore protective equipment and removed workplace hazards from job sites.
  • Tracked material inventories and ordered new parts to prevent shortages.
  • Promoted worksite safety by explaining and enforcing OSHA requirements.
  • Assembled and completed products according to production schedules.
  • Utilized templates and read measurements to position parts and subassemblies.

Brakeman/Switchman/Train Engineer

OmniTRAX
Haslet, TX
06.2013 - 01.2015
  • Operate track switches and derail to change routing of engines and cars. Check switch points to ensure switch is properly lined.
  • Make decisions concerning switching, spotting cars and makeup of train consist. Observe and monitor track conditions. Inspect cars to ensure conformance with FRA regulations. Observe the condition of passing trains and report results to appropriate personnel.
  • Climb on and off equipment, set hand brakes, couple air hoses between rail cars, remove and replace broken knuckles, ride moving cars by hanging on to grab irons, or ladders.
  • Observe, interpret, and relay hand, lantern, and other signals affecting movement of the train; judge and control the speed and clearance distance of cars and distinguish between colors, day or night.

Roadway Worker in Charge

National Railroad Safety Services
Plano, TX
08.2012 - 06.2013
  • Provide on-site protection supporting both 3rd party and railroad activities on, and/or around live railroad activities.
  • Coordinate train communications, dispatcher track and time utilization of derail and flagging equipment.
  • Perform daily job briefings with all personnel on the job site and ensure all personnel adhered to all safety requirements and guidelines.

Electronic Module Assembler

Boeing Aircraft Electronics
Irving, TX
01.1995 - 02.1999
  • Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, drawings, and work orders to determine the specific assembly instructions.
  • Follow established assembly methods and procedures to ensure product quality standards are met.
  • Assemble components according to specifications using hand tools, power tools, and other equipment.
  • Maintain a clean work area by sweeping up debris from assembly operations.
  • Perform minor repairs on defective parts or products during the assembly process.
  • Notify supervisors of any potential issues that may cause delays in production schedules.
  • Completed accurate assembly work by positioning and aligning components.
  • Set up and performed hand and automatic assembly operations on components, sub-assemblies and assemblies.

Education

High School Diploma -

J. F. Dulles High School
Sugar Land, TX
05.1980

Undergraduate

Tarrant County College District
Fort Worth, TX

Undergraduate

Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX

Skills

  • Production Experience
  • Inspection Procedures
  • Sampling Protocols
  • Sample Collection
  • Rejected Materials Disposal
  • Documentation and Recordkeeping
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Critical Thinking
  • Testing Data Documentation
  • Attention to Detail
  • Specifications Conformance
  • Quality Control
  • Dimensional Measurement
  • Defect Removal
  • Safety Procedures
  • Inspection Documentation
  • OSHA Compliance

Certification

  • Certified Aircraft Assembly Inspector, Lockheed Martin - 2017
  • Qualified on AeroCode Specifications, Processes and Guidelines
  • Qualified on General Code of Operating Rules.
  • Conductor certificate
  • Locomotive Engineer Certificate
  • Qualified on Burlington Northern Santa Fe Special Instructions
  • Qualified on Union Pacific Rail Special Instructions.

Military Duty

Active Duty: USAF, 07/10/1983-12/10/1994. B52H crew chief, Honorable discharge. Rank at discharge; Staff Sergeant, E-5.

Reserve Duty: USAFR, 01/05/1995-07/10/2006. Air Cargo/Transportation Specialist. Honorable discharge. Rank at discharge; Technical Sergeant, E-6.

Timeline

Detail Parts Inspector

Safran Helicopter Engines
04.2024 - Current

Aircraft Parts Inspector

Transtar Aircraft Interiors
01.2024 - 04.2025

Assembly Quality Control Inspector

Lockheed Martin
08.2017 - 10.2023

Locomotive Assembler

G.E. Manufactoring Solutions
01.2015 - 11.2016

Brakeman/Switchman/Train Engineer

OmniTRAX
06.2013 - 01.2015

Roadway Worker in Charge

National Railroad Safety Services
08.2012 - 06.2013

Electronic Module Assembler

Boeing Aircraft Electronics
01.1995 - 02.1999

High School Diploma -

J. F. Dulles High School

Undergraduate

Tarrant County College District

Undergraduate

Sam Houston State University

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