Quality Engineer

• Aug 2022 - Present

Manufacturing Engineer

• Feb 2016 - Aug 2022

Provide technical support to engineers on a variety of technical tasks. Support production, business, and other processes in a team-based manufacturing environment. Perform activities in a variety of cross-functional areas including production planning and control, total quality management, systems, manufacturing, equipment and facilities engineering, material management, and process re-engineering. Provide technical support to engineers on a variety of technical tasks. Support production, business, and other processes in a team-based manufacturing environment. Perform activities in a variety of cross-functional areas including production planning and control, total quality management, systems, manufacturing, equipment and facilities engineering, material management, and process re-engineering.

Lead Avionics Technician/Helicopter Mechanic

• Sep 2008 - Sep 2015

-Directly contributed to the successful build completions of over 200 aircraft on 2 different type models. -Successfully cross trained from a helicopter electrician to a mechanic becoming proficient in both disciplines. -Trained and mentored up to 10 coworkers on proper company procedures of installation and adjustment of electrical wires/components, and mechanical components. -Utilized complex engineering drawings and blueprints for precise installation and testing of electrical and mechanical systems. -Reviewed workload and distributed to work teams according to skill set and ability level. -Acted as liaison with engineers during aircraft build process to ensure accuracy of aircraft build prints.-Performed continuity and operational checks on all completed aircraft systems to prepare for flight testing. -Troubleshot and repaired complex avionics, mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems. -Installed and tested electrical components, engines, transmissions, flight controls, and hydraulic systems. -Trimmed and adjusted composite and sheet metal parts for proper fit and alignment. -Ensured company policies and procedures, PPE, 6S, Cardinal Rules, and Lean Manufacturing, are being complied with.

Maintenance Controller

• Jan 2007 - Sep 2008

-Prioritized and coordinated daily maintenance and flight operations allowing for rigorous flight schedule while in the United States and in Iraq.-Acted with management & subordinates to resolve problems.-Managed concurrent workloads for up to 16 aircraft and 6 different work centers.-Maintained direct liaisons with sub-contractors for intermediate and depot level technical assistance.-Examined aircraft maintenance records and flight logs to determine service requirements and airworthiness.-Actions allowed squadron to achieve 60,000 mishap free flight hour milestone while deployed to Iraq receiving unit commendation by the Secretary of the Navy.-Served as an Arial crew member as a collateral duty achieving an air medal while deployed to Iraq

Avionics Tech, Quality Assurance Rep, Work Center Supervisor

• Oct 2000 - Jan 2007

-Supervised and trained up to 20 technicians on proper troubleshooting and repair techniques on various avionics systems.-Set schedules and assignments for work activities based on work priority and skill of staff.-Inspected work performed by mechanics of aircraft electrical and mechanical systems.-Interpreted flight test data in order to diagnose malfunctions and systemic performance problems.-Actions allowed squadron to achieve 50,000 mishap free flight hour milestone while deployed to Iraq receiving unit commendation by the Secretary of the Navy.-Received Navy and Marine Corps Achievement medal for superior actions performed while deployed to Iraq.

Marine

• Aug 1999 - Oct 2000

Basic Training, Paris Island, SCAdvanced Infantry Training, Jacksonville, NCBasic Electronics Technology School, Pensacola, FLCH53-E Aircraft Specific Training, Jacksonville, NC