Quality assurance professional with substantial background in overseeing and improving quality control processes. Proven track record in enhancing product quality and reliability through meticulous testing and process optimization. Strong focus on fostering team collaboration and adapting to evolving project requirements to ensure top-notch results. Adept at leveraging analytical skills, problem-solving abilities, and leadership to drive continuous improvement.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Assurance Supervisor /Maintenance Control Supervisor
U.S. Navy
01.2025 - Current
Maintained comprehensive documentation of QA activities, supporting effective communication between departments and facilitating process improvements.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives throughout the organization.
Oversaw onboarding and training of new employees to promote qualified and well-coordinated quality assurance team.
Enhanced team performance by providing regular training, feedback, and guidance to Quality Assurance staff.
Assessed investigation reports of subordinate quality assurance personnel and addressed any procedural deviations.
Optimized workflows by regularly reviewing processes for inefficiencies or redundancies, implementing changes that improved overall productivity.
Government Ground Representative
Defense Contract Management Agency, DCMA
07.2022 - 12.2024
Executes surveillance of ground operations across US DoD & FMS AO contracts valued in excess of $500 billion.
Performs ground lead roles in support of Aircraft Operation Inspections (AOIs) at Stateside and International contractor facilities.
Conducts GFR/GGR annual surveys at multiple Central Region contractor facilities. Analyzes trending data and automated system entries, provides recommendations on risk mitigation and policy compliance.
Reviews and validates contractor ground procedures and 8210.1 compliance. Advises Aviation Program Teams (APTs) and the regional Direct of Aircraft Operations (DAO) on effectiveness and implementation processes.
Analyzes data metrics for accuracy and trending categories across multiple databases. Identifies data anomalies and provides recommendations for risk mitigation.
Develops Contract Field Team (CFT) support efforts with the F-35 Joint Program Office, partner nations, and domestic war fighters, to ensure global sustainment and a high readiness rating.
Aircraft Maintenance Controller
U.S. Navy
01.2019 - 05.2022
Managed maintenance team of 132 employees and coordinated repair schedule of five EA-18 Growlers according to priority level.
Tracked maintenance activity using NALCOMIS OOMA software to confirm compliance with industry requirements.
Reduced downtime through effective troubleshooting and timely repairs of aircraft.
Conducted regular inspections to identify potential issues and address them proactively, ensuring smooth operations.
Ensured timely completion of scheduled maintenance tasks through close monitoring of work progress and proactive resolution of any arising challenges.
Reviewed maintenance program for efficiency accuracy and timeliness, and provided feedback for improvement to company leadership.
Quality Assurance Representative
U.S. Navy
10.2015 - 01.2019
Presented findings from audits to management teams, driving improvements in overall operational performance.
Maintained detailed records of test results, providing valuable data for future process improvements.
Performed program and process audits to monitor regulatory compliance.
Enhanced customer satisfaction by identifying and resolving product defects in a timely manner.
Performed root cause analysis on identified defects, contributing to effective problem resolution and prevention strategies.
Served as a subject matter expert within the organization, providing guidance on best practices for maintaining high levels of quality assurance across all functions.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - General Studies / Information Systems / Business
Columbia College
Columbia, MO
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Valencia Community College
Orlando, FL
06-2002
Skills
Performance Management
Program/Project Management
Risk Management/Root cause analysis
Organizational skills & Team Development
Process and program auditing
Process Improvement
Leadership development training
Risk Assessment/Mitigation
Strong communication written/verbal skills
20 years military aircraft experience
LM Systems SFM, QADS
Quality Assurance/Continuous Improvement
Full Spectrum Leadership & Team Building
Problem Solving & Change Management
Foreign Object Damage (FOD) Prevention
Supply Chain Management
Process/Productivity Improvement
Resource Allocation
Effective interpersonal skills
Independent and team focused
Government, TOs, AFIs, DCMAI processes
Technical Writing
Corrective action planning
Auditing techniques
Quality control management
Quality inspection
Problem-solving skills
Data analysis
Documentation and reporting
Issue resolution
Safety procedures
Finished product inspection
Quality assurance
Technical reporting
Detail-oriented
System inspection
Team leadership
Decision-making
Public speaking
Materials inspection
Timeline
Quality Assurance Supervisor /Maintenance Control Supervisor
U.S. Navy
01.2025 - Current
Government Ground Representative
Defense Contract Management Agency, DCMA
07.2022 - 12.2024
Aircraft Maintenance Controller
U.S. Navy
01.2019 - 05.2022
Quality Assurance Representative
U.S. Navy
10.2015 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Arts - General Studies / Information Systems / Business