Quality Control Six Sigma

Nicholas G. Brown

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Manassas, VA 20112

571-***-**** abz3pb@r.postjobfree.com

SUMMARY

Mission-oriented Senior Quality Engineer with extensive experience in

operations and production quality assurance and quality control. Excellent

trainer and effective leader, recognized as a Certified Six Sigma expert.

Proven record of identifying and implementing process improvements,

resulting in the savings of millions of dollars for companies and

customers.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

RAYTHEON, Springfield, VA 1988 - 2012

Senior Quality Assurance Engineer, Mission Operations and Services (MOS)

Direct report to the Manager of Raytheon Six Sigma, Environmental Health

and Safety, and Quality. Also reported to the Director of MOS Washington

as Quality Representative for MOS-W.

. Managed all Quality initiatives for MOS-W. Represented MOS-W on all

Quality and Raytheon Six Sigma proposal work for programs.

. As Lead R6s Expert for Springfield, VA, provided all Continuous

Improvement project leadership, coaching, mentoring, and training, saving

tens of millions of dollars to both customers and the company.

. Proposal writing - Technical writer, management writer, process

improvement, continuous improvement.

Supervisor, Chemical Quality Control Department / Senior Chemical Engineer

Managed the department, including complete analytical laboratory and

industrial wastewater facility. Direct report to Independence Program

Manager for all Quality and Six Sigma responsibilities.

. Effectively managed the control and operation of all equipment and

direction and accountability of analysis, quality records control,

procedure development, and ensured compliance with all government

regulations.

. Provided continuous communication with Raytheon and Government management

on a 24/7 basis, increasing customer confidence in the company and

reassuring customers of contract compliance.

. Raytheon Intelligence and Information Systems (IIS) MA&EE Quality

representative for Independence Program.

. Lead Raytheon Six Sigma Expert for Springfield, VA location.

Shift Supervisor, Team Leader II, Manufacturing

Led the effective management of all equipment and personnel resources used

in the accomplishment of production objectives. Supervised all Quality

activities in the for the entire production environment and supervised the

operations and troubleshooting of computer equipment and associated

hardware.

. Assisted in operational updates and problem resolution.

. Compiled and published required reports and technical data.

. Production records control and management.

. Communicated and coordinated job activities throughout the production

facility.

. Accurately analyzed production requirements; coordinated and directed

resource utilization to achieve broad objectives.

. Effectively monitored and directed product flow and equipment operation,

identifying and resolving potential problems.

. Ensured the highest quality product was shipped to all customers through

constant production monitoring and continuous quality control.

. Acted as liaison for the Priority Production Facility in dealing with

customers and support activities.

. Developed, reviewed, and updated operational procedures.

. Assisted contractors in the development and testing of new equipment and

special projects.

. Represented the Priority Production Facility in technical exchanges,

engineering reviews, planning, and staff meetings.

. Oversaw training in the operation, engineering principles, and

interrelationships of equipment.

. Evaluated / certified operator proficiency and recommended rotations /

promotions as appropriate.

. Counseled personnel on job performance and conducted documents

performance evaluations.

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ADDITIONAL RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

KRS REMOTE SENSING, Landover, MD

Senior Quality Control Technician

Senior Quality Control Technician for a venture company for Eastman Kodak.

E-SYSTEMS, INC., Springfield, VA

Senior Quality Control Technician

MILITARY EXPERIENCE

UNITED STATES NAVY 1978 - 1985

United States Navy Photographer's Mate

Trained personnel in all facets of photography, from the very basic to the

most advanced, the quality control of a wide array of processes and

chemistries, chemical analysis, production control, curriculum development

for college accreditation, equipment and aircraft maintenance,

photojournalism, multimedia preparation and presentation, and image

analysis. Designated Navy Quality Control Specialist, Enlisted Aviation

Warfare Specialist, Collateral Duty Inspector for Certifying Safe for

Flight RF-8G Aircraft, and Master Training Specialist. Supervised up to 30

individuals in both a photographic production and photographic training

environment.

EDUCATION / PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

. Certificate, Wastewater Treatment Operations, University of Florida,

Gainesville, FL

- A 1-year course in all phases of treatment, equipment, and operations

. Certificate, Photographic Science, Rochester Institute of Technology,

Rochester, NY

- Graduated at the top of the class for the U.S. Navy Quality Control

Course at RIT

. Business Administration / Personnel Management, Troy State University,

NAS Pensacola, FL

. Business Administration / Personnel Management, Chapman College, Orange,

CA

. Graduate, Level I, II, and III Photographic Schools, U.S. Naval Schools

of Photography, Pensacola, FL

. Completed numerous specialized schools on electronics, maintenance,

safety, training, and management while in the Armed Forces

SECURITY CLEARANCE

. Security Clearance, TS / SCI SBI CI Poly up to date

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS

. Licensed Wastewater Operator in the state of Florida and Virginia

. Certified Raytheon Six Sigma Expert

. AS-9100 Certified

. ISO 9001 Certified

COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES

. Life Member, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Woodbridge, VA, Past All-State

Commander, Veterans of Foreign Wars

. Life Member, The Military Order of the Cootie, the Honor Degree of the

Veterans of Foreign Wars holding State, District, and Post positions

. Life Member of AMVETS

. Paid-Up-For-Life Member, American Legion

. Work with these veterans' organizations to aid both the community and the

local veterans

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