Thomas E. Summers
Blytheville, Ar. 72315
Cell Phone: 850-***-****
E-Mail: ***.*******@***.***
Objective: Seeking a position within NDT / Quality Assurance
Summary: 30+ years experience in aspects of Non Destructive Testing
(NDT) and QA adherence
Proven ability to work efficiently and effectively under little
or no supervision
Motivated and confident in making decisions and assessments of
industrial processes
Current certifications / qualifications as a NDT Level II
inspector; PT, ET, MT, and UT
Self-motivated with ability to establish priorities and
effectively manage time / people
2015 Aviation Maintenance Technician of the year for District /
State of Arkansas
2015 Aviation Maintenance Technician of the year for FAA
Southwest region
Work History:
07/2011- NDT Inspector / Quality Assurance; Aviation Repair
Technologies (ART)
01/2015
Perform NDT inspections in accordance with service
manuals and technical bulletins
Maintain quality control and training records, document per
quality manual policies
Responsible for controlling quality/safety issues as
delegated by upper management
Review, research and implement customers' procedural
specifications and standards
Accomplish quality assurance audits / safety
inspections on personnel and procedures
Training Manager - conduct classroom and hands-on training for
new employees' and recurrent / implementation
training as required for all other employees'
06/2004- NDT Inspector, Goodrich; TFT, Engine Component Division
06/2011
Performed X-rays on manufactured, welded, formed and brazed
fuel nozzles and castings
Evaluated X-ray film / digital images for defects /
irregularities associated with components
Accomplished Penetrant inspections on all welded, formed and
casting parts as required
Developed set-up sheets for all new x-ray / penetrant
inspections performed on altered parts
Documented inspections performed to include both acceptable and
rejected components
Generated documentation to address the root cause determination
of rejected components
10/2000- QA / NDT Inspector; Crestview Aerospace Corporation
06/2004
Conducted QA / PT inspections on all manufactured, welded and
formed components
Performed Conductivity and Hardness testing on manufactured and
heat treated components
Maintained and documented inspections, process controls and
quality assurance records
Reviewed company's Quality Assurance procedures for compliance
with ASTM, ISO 9000, Military standards, NADCAP and customers'
procedural specifications
Chemical Laboratory Technician - Performed analysis on in-use
chemicals and acceptance of coatings for adherence to specified
ASTM standards and customers' procedural
specifications, maintained process controls and documentation of
all testing performed
07/1998- Laboratory Supervisor, U.S. Air Force
10/2000
Directed, supervised, and evaluated a staff of 20 assigned
personnel
Trained staff in QA procedures, safety requirements and upgrade
training constraints
Lead evaluator / trainer in defect indication analysis and root
cause determination
Prepared reports, analysis, budget projections and point papers
for assigned work centers
06/1988- Line Supervisor / NDT Craftsman / Quality Assurance
Inspector, USAF
06/1998
Accomplished Quality Assurance audits / safety inspections on
personnel and procedures
Evaluated locally developed NDT / QA practices and procedures
for final approval status
Trained personnel in NDT procedures to include: PT, RT MT, UT,
ET, VT and Oil Analysis
Assigned work details and coordinated / performed all NDT / QA
inspection requirements
Performed weekly housekeeping / OSHA inspections of facilities
and assigned areas
11/1980- NDT Journeyman, U.S. Air Force
05/1988
Performed NDT inspections in accordance with service manuals and
technical orders
Assisted line supervisor in coordination and timely applications
of NDT inspections
Accomplished all training requirements and career development
courses assigned
Education:
Metals Technology 49 Semester Hours Community
College of the Air Force
Computer Technology 35 Semester Hours University of
Maryland
High School Studies Graduated Albia High School
Training: (Shorten List)
Principles and Applications of Non Destructive Testing Methods
(Basic Course)
Applications of Non Destructive Testing Techniques
(Advanced Course)
Oil Analysis Theory and Trend Evaluation Courses
(Basic and Advanced)
Ultrasonic Inspection of Composite Materials
Non Commissioned Officer Academy
(Leadership Advanced)
Non Commissioned Officer Leadership School
(Leadership Basic)
Airman's Leadership Course
On The Job Training, Supervisor's Course
Train the Trainer Course (Quality Assurance)
Task Certifier Course (Quality Assurance)
Process Action Team Member Course (Quality Assurance)
Quality Assurance Inspector's Course (Personnel and Task)
Hazardous Waste / Environmental Protection Training
OSHA Standards and Practices Training Course
Diversity / Team Building Skills Training Course