Experience

Xorail

• United States
• Truck Transportation
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Quality Assurance Specialist

  • Sep 2015 - Present

  Xorail Quality Assurance Specialist for Communications & Signal Systems, and Configuration Management Oversight for PTC Systems. Compliance Oversight to the ISO 9001:2008/2015 standard. Responsible for the Quality Reviews and Quality Program Oversight of Communications and Signal Systems Designs for the Denver RTD Eagle P3 project, Denver North Metro Rail Line Project and the Sound Transit Positive Train Control (PTC) System Project located in Seattle, Washington. Xorail Quality Assurance Specialist for Communications & Signal Systems, and Configuration Management Oversight for PTC Systems. Compliance Oversight to the ISO 9001:2008/2015 standard. Responsible for the Quality Reviews and Quality Program Oversight of Communications and Signal Systems Designs for the Denver RTD Eagle P3 project, Denver North Metro Rail Line Project and the Sound Transit Positive Train Control (PTC) System Project located in Seattle, Washington.



Union Pacific Railroad

• United States
• Rail Transportation
• 700 & Above Employee

• Machinist / Diesel Engine Mechanic

  • Oct 2014 - Aug 2015

  Inspect, maintain, and repair diesel/electric locomotives, including air brakes, diesel engines, air compressors, wheels and trucks. Performed routine maintenance, filter and fluid changes, repaired/replaced brake shoes. Performed scheduled tune-ups, set camshaft to crank timing, replaced and calibrated fuel pumps, and rebuild air compressor cylinder heads, Removed and replaced turbos, pistons/rods, camshaft segments and rocker arms/rollers. Thoroughly proficient with all OSHA safety procedures. Performed lockout/tagout and utilized overhead cranes, and safety lines for maintenance performed above 10'. Promotes safe work practices as well as maintains and fosters a safe work environment. Completed multiple training and safety courses: Locomotive Familiarization, Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) regulations, Basic Air Brake, Air Brake testing, Draft Gear/Coupler and Trucks. Show less



United States Air Force

• United States
• Defense and Space Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Lead Command Quality Assurance Superintendent (Logistics Compliance Assessment Program)

  • May 2013 - Oct 2014

  Established audit teams responsible to evaluate key logistics processes at 7 geographically separated locations responsible for more than 5000 personnel. Specifically, teams evaluated organization's quality assurance programs and their personnel to ensure they are performing in a safe, standardized, repeatable, and technically compliant manner. Team provided leadership at all levels with insight on a unit's ability to perform key logistics processes in a safe, standardized, repeatable, and technically compliant manner. Coordinated logistics issues which were beyond the unit's control and those that require higher headquarters resolution. Analyzed organizations quality control reports to improve maintenance operational effectiveness and logistics support on aircraft systems. Established a robust trend review, comprehensive causal analysis, and open sharing of lessons learned across all units. Research, developed and prepared status briefs to inform senior leadership on the entire command is performing their missions safely. Coordinates AFGSC functional checklists across the logistics enterprise with Functional Area Managers. Conducted staff assistance visits upon request, and provided inputs for exercises, planning, and the resolution of equipment shortfalls. Advised senior staff on Air Force Inspection System processes and improvements. Show less

• Lead Production Superintendent

  • Aug 2010 - May 2013

  Directed production for 622 personnel performing all aspects of Aircraft maintenance on 27 B-52 Bombers valued over $2.1M. Ensured timely and safe maintenance of 14 Air Force Specialty codes such as Fuel Cell Repair, Propulsion, Metal Fabrication, Machine Shop, Egress, and Electro-Environmental. Also managed manpower, safety & environmental compliance. Ensured all OSHA and AFOSH safety standards, and maintenance technical directives are adhered to. Developed, researched, and prepared squadron maintenance status briefs for senior leaders concerning maintenance production. Coordinated with depot engineers to establish unique repair procedures. Developed plans to determine material requirements and schedules for production/operation management. Analyzed quality control and production reports to improve maintenance operational effectiveness and logistics support on aircraft systems. Included developing and modifying aircraft production scheduling, monitoring supply status of crucial part repairs and directly supervising time compliance technical order modifications of equipment and aircraft. Show less

• Squadron Safety and Quality Assurance Supervisor

  • Jan 2009 - Aug 2010

  Managed staff of 8 quality assurance and safety specialists; worked closely with organizations leadership on all safety concerns and new policy implementation to foster a “top-down” zero incident safety culture! Directly responsible for enforcing all OSHA, local safety regulations and implementing new safety procedures. Conducted recurring safety evaluations; observed employees for proper use of PPE, health & safety and OSHA compliance, then provided feedback and recommendation to leadership. Instituted proactive safety program. In coordination with shop supervisors, investigated all safety-related incidents, performed root cause of each incident/injury and briefed management corrective action plans to mitigate incidents from repeat occurrence. Briefed leadership monthly on all safety incidents, provided recommendations and oversaw implementation strategies to achieve sustainable results. Created/conducted over 50 new employee orientation briefs, focused on safety (e.g. local area conditions briefing, fall protection, confined space/respirator requirements). Created/led annual “Safety Day” program, planned/conducted 8-hour training for all employees, including refresher course and new minor programs focused on team development and workplace safety. Augmented command and theater logistics staff during contingencies, and synchronizes operational requirements with higher headquarters. Inspected hazardous chemical waste in accordance with federal, state, and local German government regulations, efforts led to zero findings during environmental compliance inspection. Show less



United States Air Force

• United States
• Defense and Space Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Production Superintendent

  • Jun 2001 - Oct 2006

  Spangdahlem: Directly responsible for the planning, organizing and directing maintenance production activities for 72 technicians in 7 different specialties to meet AMC mobility missions. Directed maintenance on over 280 C-5, C-17 aircraft and commercial air carriers. Charleston:Directly responsible for establishing and implementing aircraft maintenance production goals and safety standards for over 335 military, Air Reserve Technicians and civilian personnel in 7 specialties to maintain a fleet of 26 C-17 aircraft valued at $5.24B.Job Responsibilities:Led, monitored and delivered guidance to expediters, crew chiefs and specialists responsible for generation of reliable and mission-capable aircraft. Determined, tracked and reported aircraft status to include verifying mission capable conditions and authorizing cannibalization actions. Interfaced directly will all echelons of maintenance leadership to identify aircraft, line-replaceable units, and technical order deficiencies and recommend improvements. Worked directly with engineers to solve unique aircraft, support equipment and TO discrepancies. Advised technicians on methods of resolving troubleshooting problems, repairing difficult system malfunctions, research and analysis. Coordinated with depot engineers to establish unique repair procedures. Coordinated priorities for weekly and daily flying and maintenance schedules and ensures that required maintenance activities are established and met. Gave immediate direction to all flight line agencies: secured and protected critical assets during disaster, peace and wartime. Imposed strict adherence to technical data and maintenance procedures. Provided technical assistance by reviewing operation, maintenance, and installation procedures and other technical data applicable to area of responsibility. Interfaced with depot engineers and item managers to solve complex equipment and aircraft malfunctions. Show less

• C-130 Flying Crew Chief

  • Oct 1996 - Jun 2001

  First-line supervisor responsible for maintenance and up-keep of C-130 aircraft valued at $30M. Extensive experience with all aircraft systems to include electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic as well as maintaining and troubleshooting aircraft engines. Extensive supervisory skills managing personnel for time critical maintenance schedules, scheduling and conducting individual and group training, safety training compliance etc. Received cross-utilization training in all specialist career fields. Performed fuel, oil and liquid oxygen servicing. Identified need for specialist assistance and assist them when necessary. Performed preventative maintenance, inspections, lubrication and cleaning. Ordered, tracked and received parts, ensured complete and accurate documentation of maintenance forms/records. Provided mentoring, training and counseling of subordinates and peers. Managed and scheduled personnel/equipment requirements to ensure all facets of aircraft maintenance completed within stringent time guidelines. Ensured all personnel met training requirements specific to job description. Ensured work section compliant to all OSHA, EPA and DOD guidelines. Show less

• C-130 Crew Chief

  • Oct 1988 - Oct 1996

  Maintenance technician responsible for maintenance and up-keep of C-130 aircraft valued at $30M. Constantly willing to learn new things and expand my maintenance knowledge. Performs fuel, oil and liquid oxygen servicing. Coordinated and identified the need for specialist support. Performed aircraft towing, launch and recovery, basic postflight, preflight, thruflight home-station check inspections and assists in isochronal and performs acceptance inspections. Orders, monitors and receives aircraft parts, ensure completeness and accuracy of maintenance forms. Ability to utilize aircraft maintenance manuals and apply practical applications. Remove and replace components, inspect aircraft to Air Force Technical Order specs, performs all aspects of flightline servicing; fuel servicing, engine run procedures, preparing aircraft for return to service. Performed operational checks on all systems to include engine run procedures. Controlled and maintained $325,000 tool inventory specific to work center. Show less