Tracy R. Whitmire
Rialto,Calif
Summary
A Quality Driven Flight Inspector with 35 years of Diverse Aerospace Experience. Knowledge in Quality Assurance: Assembly & Flight Line. Manufacturing: Structures, Final Assembly & Aircraft Delivery. A Team Leader whose Major Strengths include: Dedication, Integrity, Mechanical Troubleshooting and Problem Solving; Expertise in Process Control Development; Manufacturing methods; Excellent Communication and People skills; The Ability to Multitask while Delivering Quality Results.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Flight Inspector
Northrop Grumman
02.2020 - Current
- Flight Inspector B-2: Inspects Aircraft systems, equipment and parts for operation & conformance to government and company specifications.
- Perform Preflight and Post flight inspections in accordance with standards procedure on Aircraft/Jet.
- Acts as on-site-safety and ensure technicians are following established standards for personal protection and Safe flight operations.
Sr. Inspector/Leadership Team Member
Triumph Aerospace
01.2008 - 01.2020
- Quality Assurance Lead Inspector: FA/18, 767 Tanker, & 747-8 Fuselage Programs.
- Marked materials and items for acceptance or rejection (Non-Con's & O&A's), Performed test, Recorded results & inspection Data into MES.
- Leading teams of (10-20). Provide direct support as needed while additionally coaching and mentoring personnel in quality methods and procedures
Aircraft Structures Mechanic
Northrop Grumman, Vought Aircraft Industries
01.1987 - 01.2008
- Performed structural assembly & installation operations of components & assemblies; ( FA-18, Global Hawk, 747 & 767 Tankers.
- Ensured compliant with Engineering Drawings and Specifications.
Supply Chain Ops Coordinator /Tool Crib Attendant
Northrop Grumman
01.1998 - 01.2000
- Provides administrative, technical, tactical and execution support in various aspects of the industry standard supply chain business process areas.
- Ensures that appropriate documentation is provided to logistics/transportation & warehouse organization so that proper receipts are recorded to meet Site/Program timelines and requirements.
- Plans inventory levels based on dependent and independent Bill-of-Materials (BOM) requirements.
Trainer
Northrop Grumman
01.1995 - 01.1998
- Assist in the administration of training programs including management workshops, ran reports, assigning training, budgeting, compliance training, soft skills courses to help employee cultivate their skills and knowledge.
- Managed productivity increase and business growth with over 200 New hires, training and mentoring.
- Maintain updated curriculum database and training records.
- Delivered instructional presentations on equipment use, focusing on efficiency and safety
Education
Certificate - Yellow Belt, Lean Class
Glendale Community College
Glendale, CA05.2000
Completed Company Sponsored ACP Program - AMP Certificate
Long Beach City College
Long Beach, CA01.1995
Skills
- Identify quality problems and recommends solutions
- Use SAP Quality System
- Familiarity with MMAS/DCMA
- Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, PowerPoint & MEDS
- Familiarity with ISO 9001/AS9100 Quality Management Systems
- Used Measuring Instruments & Tools for Accuracy: (Calipers, Micrometers, Scales, Gauges & Alexa measurement)
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Active DoD Secret clearance
- Leadership, critical thinking and innovative behaviors in past projects, roles or experiences
- EGRESS Certified
Timeline
Flight Inspector
Northrop Grumman
02.2020 - Current
Sr. Inspector/Leadership Team Member
Triumph Aerospace
01.2008 - 01.2020
Supply Chain Ops Coordinator /Tool Crib Attendant
Northrop Grumman
01.1998 - 01.2000
Trainer
Northrop Grumman
01.1995 - 01.1998
Aircraft Structures Mechanic
Northrop Grumman, Vought Aircraft Industries
01.1987 - 01.2008
Certificate - Yellow Belt, Lean Class
Glendale Community College
Completed Company Sponsored ACP Program - AMP Certificate
Long Beach City College
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