THOMAS PHIPPS
Runaway Bay,TX
Summary
Senior Research Scientist at Lockheed Martin with Six Sigma Green Belt certification. Specializes in quality assurance and process improvement, leading complex projects that enhance operational efficiency. Demonstrated success in managing multiple initiatives and collaborating across functions to meet strategic objectives.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Research Scientist
Lockheed Martin
Ft Worth
11.2023 - Current
- Prioritizes multiple projects and initiatives in a complex environment to ensure program activities are well coordinated and executed.
- Explain complex technical concepts in a readily comprehensible manner to all levels of stakeholders.
- Work with military service joint operations and structures.
- Present project status and emerging issues to peers and management.
- Lead SLO projects from initialization through implementation.
- Prepare and submit basis of estimates to support recurring and pop-up contracts.
- Worked closely with JPO and DEPOT management for HIT integration.
- Worked with squadrons and military officials CONUS & OCONUS to set up RVE events and LOHAS audit events.
Multi-Functional Manufacturing Supervisor (CFF North)
Lockheed Martin
Ft Worth
02.2022 - 11.2023
- Provide direction to primarily hourly/non-exempt subordinates in task-oriented assignments.
- Oversee and execute policies and procedures affecting individual subordinate employees.
- Develop work assignments, assess performance, and ensure alignment with project goals.
- Actively participate in risk and opportunity management processes.
- Ensure cost commitments and financial responsibilities are met.
- Collaborate closely with DCMA to ensure compliance in the shop.
Multi-Functional Quality Supervisor (Coatings/Forward)
Lockheed Martin
Ft Worth
07.2021 - 02.2022
- Managed multiple functional areas in quality assurance.
- Directed subordinate recruitment, selection, training, performance assessment, and recognition.
- Ensured the effective implementation of quality management systems and metrics programs.
- Addressed adverse trends in quality metrics and ensured product acceptance and delivery as per DCMA 8210.
- Contributed to risk and opportunity management and financial responsibility processes.
Senior Quality Control Analyst (CFF/LFF Coatings)
Lockheed Martin
Ft Worth
12.2019 - 07.2021
- Developed and implemented testing and inspection procedures to ensure product quality.
- Audited testing results to verify compliance with product specifications.
- Advised operating units on quality control standards for raw materials, chemicals, packaging materials, and finished products.
- Supported the development of root cause analysis/corrective action for recurring product/process discrepancies.
- Used AS9100, AS9110 & ISO9001 to implement improvements.
- Possessed strong knowledge of the F-35 Low Observable Health Assessment System (LOHAS).
- Assisted in the FAI process.
- Ensuring DCMA 8210.1 instruction requirements were met.
Senior Technician Quality Control Specialist (CFF/LFF Coatings)
Lockheed Martin
Ft Worth
04.2018 - 12.2019
- Performed non-routine and moderately complex assignments independently.
- Conducted research, data analysis, and provided recommendations for process improvements.
- Utilized various systems (SFM, Lightning Trak, CATIA, Tableau, JTD, ALIS) to access, maintain, and manipulate data.
- Developed and modified products and equipment to meet requirements.
Quality Inspector Assembly A (Wing Systems)
Lockheed Martin
Ft Worth
09.2017 - 04.2018
- Trained and reviewed engineering drawings and process specifications for F-35 production.
- Worked closely with Q&MS personnel to contain non-conforming parts and reduce production costs and build time.
- Utilized Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) to document and submit discrepant rework processes.
- Gained proficiency in PDM, QADS, VAS, and SFM systems to lead job tasks and rework.
Education
Bachelor of Business Management -
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX01.2022
Bridgeport High School -
Bridgeport High School
Bridgeport, TX01.2008
Flight Equipment Technical School -
Flight Equipment Technical School
Pensacola, FLSkills
- Strong verbal and written communication
- Highly organized
- Detail-oriented
- Security clearance
- Green Belt in Six Sigma
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Proficient in CATIA
- Proficient in SFM
- Proficient in Tableau
- Proficient in ALIS
- Experienced in risk and opportunity management
- Experienced in quality assurance
- Experienced in process improvement
- PPM-101 certified
- Ability to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously
- Aptitude for collaborating cross-functionally
- Ability to effectively communicate at all levels
Timeline
Senior Research Scientist
Lockheed Martin
11.2023 - Current
Multi-Functional Manufacturing Supervisor (CFF North)
Lockheed Martin
02.2022 - 11.2023
Multi-Functional Quality Supervisor (Coatings/Forward)
Lockheed Martin
07.2021 - 02.2022
Senior Quality Control Analyst (CFF/LFF Coatings)
Lockheed Martin
12.2019 - 07.2021
Senior Technician Quality Control Specialist (CFF/LFF Coatings)
Lockheed Martin
04.2018 - 12.2019
Quality Inspector Assembly A (Wing Systems)
Lockheed Martin
09.2017 - 04.2018
Bachelor of Business Management -
Texas A&M University
Bridgeport High School -
Bridgeport High School
Flight Equipment Technical School -
Flight Equipment Technical School
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