Shachem Crafton

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Forney, TX 75126

ady1p5@r.postjobfree.com

Cell: 214-***-****

Summary:

Over thirty years of aviation professional experience with twelve plus years Military Aviation experience. Nineteen plus years in Aviation Quality Assurance section and ten plus years, in Aviation Manufacture.

Performed First Article Inspection (FAI), FAIR reviews / sign-off. -Working knowledge of AS9102 Specifications

Completed AS9102 documents (Records

Confirmed that the First Article Inspection Record (FAIR) is accurate and completed for a part number or assembly and that all part, product, and characteristic accountability aspects are addressed prior to approval.

Performed Quality Assurance on Boeing 787 Dreamliner Program, Boeing CH-47 Helicopter and Sikorsky UH60 A/L Helicopters, AH-64 Apache Helicopter, Gulfstream G650 Wings Box Programs, Bombardier Global 7000/8000 FAL and Wing Box Program

Proficient in blueprint reading and interpretation and shop mathematics and Quality Control procedures.

Managed aircrafts system to include airframes components, power plants, and Subsystems

Maintained and managed aircrafts historical records, six months forms and records, performed Safety of Flights (SOF).

Maintained cognizance of Aviation Maintenance Command managed equipment system within area of responsibility.

Performed delegated production accountability duties associated with the processing, verification, quality auditing and inspection of assemblies, parts, and tooling.

Maintained necessary documentation and records. Refer any unusual problems to supervision.

Created work tags to document non-conformances using REDARS, CATIA, IVT, and other program tools.

Approved and stamp acceptable assemblies and reject assemblies not meeting requirements.

Verified, auditing and inspection of assemblies, parts and tooling.

Generated Quality Non-conformances and route back to engineering for engineering evaluations.

Performed technical inspections on schedules and unscheduled aircrafts maintenances.

Evaluate quality assurance processes during field maintenance.

Modification Work Orders (MWO) applications within aircraft systems and subsystems.

Manage and execute a comprehensive quality assurance program.

Direct and support audit and assessment teams in area of operation to ensure the

Mission’s success.

Work Experience:

Daher Aerostructure April-2023 -Present

Stuart FL.

Aircraft Assembly Inspector

Responsibilities.

Performed final inspection on the Boeing 767-48 Tanker and Freighter Production Program. The Boeing 777 Flaps and Alerions complete production, assemblies, subassemblies, and integral center wheel well tanks, and major aerostructures in final assemblies of those programs

Inspected fastener installation, part location, riveting, and sealing processes for acceptable workmanship, proper functioning, and completeness.

Document non-conforming parts and workmanship

Uses various measuring devices. Accepts, rejects, or reworks defective or malfunctioning units or systems.

Works from blueprints, diagrams, customers specification, drawings and inspection instructions and checklists.

Verified product conformance through extensive use of inspection tools and precision equipment.

Generated Quality Non-conformances and route back to engineering for engineering evaluations.

Confirmation that the First Article Inspection Record (FAIR) is accurate and completed for a part number or assembly and that all part, product, and characteristic accountability aspects are addressed prior to approval.

Ensured the accuracy and completeness of all engineering design requirements records on the AS9102 forms.

Adhere to company Safety and 5S program.

Complied with the company FOD policy and Tool Policy

L3 Harris Technology Oct 2022- April 2023

Greenville TX.

Aircraft Structure Mechanic.

Responsibilities.

Performed Major and Minor Structural repairs, perform modifications work orders (MWOs), Skins and Fuselages main frames replacement and Inflight Refueling System modification, on the Airforce RC 135 Aircrafts

Complied with the company Safety and 5S Protocol.

Complied with the company FOD policy and Tool Policy

Launch WFS / Boeing Co. Jun 21-Oct 22

San Antonio TX

Aviation maintenance Technician Inspector. (AMTI)

Responsibilities

As an Inspector in the Boeing 787 Storage, Servicing, and Protection Program, I performed deactivation and reactivation storage on the Boeing 787 model airplanes.

Performed inspection of flights control service checks to include, Flaps, Slats, Ailerons, Rudder and Horizontal Stabilator.

Performed inspection on Apu run and humidity check, and Engine run and humidity service checks.

Performed inspection on Avionics equipment and Wells Batteries Service checks.

Performed interior cabin inspection to include Oxygen and fire bottle equipment.

Performed inspection on aircraft fire bottles and aircraft fire system.

Perform Main Landing Gear (MLG), Nose Landing Gear (NLG) inspection to include wheels and tires.

Generate Nonconformance, EPD and Pick-Ups and submit to engineering.

Complied with Boeing 5S and the Boeing safety protocol.

Bombardier-JSG March 18 – May 21

Red Oak TX.

Quality Assurance

Responsibilities

Performed final inspection on the Bombardier global 7000/8000 Wings Production Program, completed assemblies, subassemblies, integral tanks, and major aerospace structures in final assembly, and Join Assembly positions

Inspected fastener installation, part location, riveting, and sealing processes for acceptable workmanship, proper functioning, and completeness.

Document non-conforming parts and workmanship

Uses various measuring devices. Accepts, rejects, or reworks defective or malfunctioning units or systems.

Works from blueprints, diagrams, customers specification, drawings or inspection instructions and checklists.

Verified product conformance through extensive use of inspection tools and gauges

Generated Quality Non-conformances and route back to engineering for engineering evaluations

Confirmation that the First Article Inspection Record (FAIR) is accurate and completed for a part number or assembly and that all part, product, and characteristic accountability aspects are addressed prior to approval

Ensured the accuracy and completeness of all engineering design requirements records on the AS9102 forms.

Bombardier- Assystem US May 17 – Dec 17

Toronto, Canada.

Quality Assurance.

Responsibilities:

Performed final assembly inspections in the Bombardier Global 7000/8000 manufactured program

Performed receiving, in process and final inspection on Structures and minor subassemblies, including

mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic part, also components and sub-assemblies.

Inspect, verify, and proactively support structure and electrical development and acceptance testing; assuring adherence to design specification and testing requirements.

Document production and test anomalies in accordance with prescribed procedures and process as required.

Routinely observed technical operations and offered guidance and serve as an additional technical resource

Communicated and helped resolve quality related issued as they related to the site i.e. Production and Manufacturing.

Process non-conforming production.

Performed other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment.

Triumph-Chipton Ross Feb 17 – May 17

Nashville,TN.

FAI Inspector

Responsibilities:

Performed First Article Inspection (FAI) on machined, fabricated component and assembled products mainly structures and mechanical (Wings and Flaps)

Confirmed that the First Article Inspection Record (FAIR) is accurate and completed for a part number or assembly and that all part, product, and characteristic accountability aspects are addressed prior to approval

Performed FAIR reviews / sign off and completed AS9102 forms

Performed final inspections on the Gulfstream G650 Wings Production Program, completed assemblies, subassemblies, integral tanks, and major aerospace structures in final assembly in laydown position

Performed inspections in the FAJ, ribs to spars assemblies, upper and lower skins assemblies.

Document non-conforming parts and workmanship.

Generated Quality Non-conformances and route back to engineering for engineering evaluations.

Maintained 5S program and safety program per company Standard Operation Procedures

Nordam Aerospace Dec 16 – Feb 17

Tulsa, Oklahoma

Source Inspector

Responsibilities

Performed FAIR on Nacelle/Thrust Reverser System.

Ensure the accuracy and completeness of all engineering design requirements records on the AS9102 forms.

Confirmation that the First Article Inspection Record (FAIR) is accurate and completed for a part number or assembly and that all part, product, and characteristic accountability aspects are addressed prior to approval.

Performed in-process and final inspection and functional tests operations of aerospace components and otherwise tests and inspect products, processes component parts and operating system to ensure the end item meets or exceeds specifications.

Inspects component parts and material for conformity to standard, specification and processing requirements. Inspects for proper identity and dimension using such measuring devices as micrometer, gauges, caliper and Jo-blocks. Verified specifications using purchase order, blueprints, drawing or inspections and checklists

Accepts or rejects or reworks defective or malfunctioning units, subsystem or completed system. Maintains inspection records to meets company or FAA requirements.

DynCorp Intl.

Kandarhar Afganishtan, SWA Feb 16 – Oct 16

Quality Assurance

Responsibilities:

Performed Technical Inspections on Boeing CH-4D F Model Chinook helicopters, in SWA Theater, during Phase

Maintenance, unscheduled maintenances, Back shop Work Order maintenances work orders.

Maintained aircraft historical records and log-book.

Performed diagnoses on operating systems and subsystems during the Phase maintenance program. To include Electrical systems, hydraulic systems, Flight control systems.

Performed in-depth corrosion inspections of the structural airframe and aircraft skin panels.

Monitored the logistical functioned of the aircraft maintenance.

Conducted hanger safety inspections, aircraft safety inspection, Tools box inspections

Evaluate maintenance works completed by the mechanics IAW the technical manuals

Exercised and applied working knowledge and understanding of the Army supply and

Transportation program and systems related policies and procedures, and regulations

Triumph-JSG, Tulsa Ok Jan 15 – Jan 16

Inspector-Assembly

Responsibilities:

Performed final inspection on the Gulfstream G650 Wings Production Program, completed assemblies, subassemblies, integral tanks, and major aerospace structures in final assembly in laydown position

Inspected fastener installation, part location, riveting, and sealing processes for acceptable workmanship, proper functioning, and completeness.

Document non-conforming parts and workmanship.

Uses various measuring devices. Accepts, rejects, or reworks defective or malfunctioning units or systems.

Works from blueprints, diagrams, customers specification, drawings or inspection instructions and checklists.

Verified product conformance through extensive use of inspection tools and gauges

Generated Quality Non-conformances and route back to engineering for engineering evaluations.

Boeing-N Charleston SC Feb 14 – Jan 15

Quality Technician

Responsibilities:

Performed various inspections of systems and structures installations on Fuselage, Mid and Aft Body sections of aircraft. This included the installs of brackets, hydraulic lines, duct installations, and wiring installations.

Created work tags to document non-conformances using REDARS, CATIA, IVT, and other program tools.

Inspected the Center Wing Box and change notices rework. Electrical bonding applications Inspect for proper installations and integrity.

Approved and stamp acceptable assemblies and reject assemblies not meeting requirements.

Verified, auditing and inspection of assemblies, component parts and tooling.

Maintained necessary documentation and records.

Boeing-MHI, Nagoya, Japan Dec 12 – Dec 13

Aircraft Wing Assembler

Responsibilities:

Performed routine production assembly operations on structural assemblies, such as shear ties and ribs assembly.

Installed fasteners in the upper and lower wing skins assembly.

Performed a variety of in tank sealant operations within the wing assembly.

Worked in assigned manufacturing production department to learn and perform a variety of structural assembly operations, fastener installation, and inspection duties while working from manuals models, manufacturing specifications, procedures, and instructions. Inspect for proper installations and integrity.

Performed delegated production accountability duties associated with the processing, verification, quality auditing and inspection of assemblies, components parts and tooling.

Maintained necessary documentation and records. Refer any unusual problems to supervision.

Keep work areas clean and orderly.

Worked on the entire Boeing 787 Wing Assembly.

Aecon Aviation, Afganishgtan, SWA Jul 12 – Nov 12

Aircraft Maintenance Supervisor (Ch-47)

Responsibilities:

Supervised Maintenance and Inspections on CH-47F, model helicopter for the United States Army in supervised the daily maintenance operation on the Ch-47F Phase Team.

Reported to the Production control, the daily status of the aircraft’s maintenance status.

Responsible for the management of the logistical support of the aircraft’s maintenance.

Supervised several mechanics and several avionic technicians daily.

Installed components or systems to airframe and /or subsystems. Such as, but not limited too, hydraulic and lubrication tubing and hoses, heat and vent systems, seats and doors, mechanical controls, transparencies, mechanical and electrical components. Installed wire harnesses from the cockpit area thought out the entire cabin.

Utilized all tools, equipment, instruments and electronics.

Utilized all hand tools, equipment, instruments, and electronic media in the performance of these tasks.

Performed work in accordance with specified technical, drawings, instructions, and specifications. Perform power-on checks and MOCs of systems and sub systems, to include hydraulic systems, flight control systems and electrical systems.

URS Corporation Mar 12 – Jun 12

Aircraft Quality Inspector

Responsibilities:

Performed Technical Inspections on Boeing CH-47D & F Model Chinook helicopters, in the Army Reset Program.

Maintained aircraft historical records and log book.

Performed diagnoses on operating systems and subsystems during the Reset Program. To include Electrical systems, hydraulic systems, Flight control systems.

Performed in-depth corrosion inspections of the structural airframe and aircraft skin panels.

Monitored the logistical functioned of the aircraft maintenance.

Conducted hanger safety inspections, aircraft safety inspection, Tool boxes inspections

Evaluate maintenance works completed by the mechanics IAW the technical manuals

Exercised and applied working knowledge and understanding of the Army supply and

Transportation programs, and systems related policies and procedures, and regulations.

Planetechs / Boeing Dec 09 – Mar 12

Aircraft Assembler

Responsibilities:

As an Aircraft assembler, in the Boeing 787 Manufacturing Program in, Everett WA.

Performed routine production assembly operations on structural and mechanical sub/assemblies and aircraft systems, equipment and accessories using manual operations.

Worked in assigned manufacturing production department to learn and perform a variety of structural assembly operations, fastener installation, and inspection duties while working from electronic models, manufacturing specifications, procedures, and instructions. Drill, edge fill, fit and assemble a variety of detail parts, skins and assemblies.

Inspected for proper installations and integrity. Approve and stamp acceptable assemblies and reject assemblies not meeting requirements.

Performed delegated Production Accountability duties associated with the processing, verification, quality auditing and inspection of assemblies, parts and tooling.

Maintained necessary documentation and records. Refer any unusual problems to supervision. Keep work areas clean and orderly.

Worked in aft body assembly, and mid body assembly and the joining assembly.

Performed other related duties such as sealant applications, priming applications, electrical bonding applications and hydraulic systems installation.

As an aircraft assembler in the Boeing 787 Manufacturing Program in Foggia Italy.

Performed routine production assembly operations on structural and the mechanical sub/assembles on the horizontal stabilization.

Fabricated shims and did shimming operation using manual operation procedures.

Performed hinged ribs and truss ribs installations operations.

Performed upper and lower skins installation operations procedures.

Performed drilling operation using manual procedures and other equipment procedures such as quackenbush tooling procedures.

Performed sealing operations to include electrical bonding operation procedures, fasteners installation and priming operations.

As an Aircraft Assembler in the Boeing 787 Manufacturing Program in, N Charleston SC

Performed routine production assembly operations on structural and mechanical sub/assemblies and aircraft systems, equipment and accessories using manual operations.

Worked in assigned manufacturing production department to learn and perform a variety of structural assembly operations, fastener installation, and inspection duties while working from electronic models, manufacturing specifications, procedures, and instructions. Drill, edge fill, fit and assemble a variety of detail parts, skins and assemblies. Inspect for proper installations and integrity.

Approved and stamp acceptable assemblies and reject assemblies not meeting requirements. Perform delegated Production Accountability duties associated with the processing, verification, quality auditing and inspection of assemblies, parts and tooling.

Maintained necessary documentation and records. Refer any unusual problems to supervision. Keep work areas clean and orderly.

Worked in aft body assembly, and mid body assembly and the joining assembly.

Performed other related duties such as sealant applications, priming applications, electrical bonding applications and hydraulic systems installation.

DynCorp Intl. Mannheim, Germany Aug 08 – Jun 09

Aircraft Maintenance Supervisor

Responsibilities:

Supervised Reset Maintenance and Inspections on CH-47D, model helicopter for the United States Army Europe.

Supervised the daily maintenance operation on the Ch-47D Reset Team.

Reported to the Production control, the daily status of the aircrafts maintenance status.

Responsible for the management of the logistical support of the aircrafts maintenance.

Supervised several mechanic and several avionic technicians on a daily basis.

Installed components or systems to airframe and /or subsystems. Such as, but not limited too; hydraulic and lubrication tubing and hoses, heat and vent systems, seats and doors, mechanical controls, transparencies, mechanical and electrical components. Installed wire harnesses from the cockpit area thought out the entire cabin.

Make repairs, adjustments and engineering changes.

Utilized all tools, equipment, instruments and electronic. Utilize all hand tools, equipment, instruments and electronic media in the performance of these tasks.

Performed work in accordance with specified technical, drawings, instruction and specifications. Perform power-on checks and MOCs of systems and sub systems, to include hydraulic systems, flight control systems and electrical systems.

L3 Vertex CFT,

LSA Anaconda, Balad Iraq Apr 06 – Jun 08

Quality Assurance/ Inspector

Responsibilities:

Performed Quality Assurance Inspections on Receiving / Shipping of Aircraft parts in Logistic Supply System in US Army in Balad Iraq

Performed Phase Maintenance inspections, PMS2 and PMS3 on CH-47s Chinook Helicopter

Managed aircrafts system to include airframes components, power plants, and Subsystems

Maintained and managed aircrafts historical records, six months forms and records, performed Safety of Flights (SOF)

Performed technical inspections on schedules and unscheduled aircrafts maintenances,

Performed Scheduled and Unscheduled Maintenance to include the removal and installation of subsystem assemblies such as engines, transmissions, gear boxes, rotor hubs, and rotor blades; prepares helicopter for extensive inspections and maintenance; assists in operational checks

Performed maintenance on common and special tools and ground support equipment; uses maintenance forms and records.

Provided technical guidance to mechanics in diagnosing problems with the following system: Electrical system, Hydraulic system, flight control system

U.S. ARMY: Iraq, Afganishtan, FT Bragg, NC. S. Korea. Jan 01– Feb 06

Quality Assurance/Inspector

Responsibilities

Managed the removal and installation of aircraft components and sub-components.

Diagnosed problems, within the aircraft systems and subsystems to include electrical, hydraulic, flight control and power plants systems.

Maintained cognizance of Aviation Maintenance Command managed equipment system within area of responsibility.

Exercised and applied working knowledge and understanding of the Army supply and transportation programs and systems related policies and procedures, and regulations.

Maintained and managed aircraft historical records, six months forms and records.

Performed technical inspections on schedules and unscheduled aircraft maintenance

Provided technical guidance to mechanics in diagnosing problems with the following system: Electrical system, Hydraulic system, flight control system

Monitored aircraft weight and balanced programs, monitored Aircraft oil analysis program

Performed and monitored aircraft corrosion program.

Performed and recorded ASAMs and Safety of Flights.

Worked in an AVIM unit in support of S Korea Aviation Theater which includes CH-47D, UH60, AH64

Performed Quality Assurance Inspections on Receiving / Shipping of Aircraft parts in Logistic Supply System in US Army.

Augmented on several US Army ARMS Inspection on Army Reserve Units and Army Nation Guards units

ULLS-A system administrator.

Maintained cognizance of Aviation Maintenance Command managed equipment system within area of responsibility.

Education and Training

Campbell University, Ft Bragg NC, BS Psychology (40 hours completed)

Aircraft Basic CH-47 mechanic course

U.S. Army, FT Eustis VA. 11/93

Supervisor Aviation Maintenance Course

Ft Eustis, VA 11/00

Aviation Quality Assurance Course

U.S. Army, Ft Eustis VA 8/00

Aviation Life Support Equipment Technician

U. S. Army, FT Rucker, Al. 05/99

Certificate of Maintenance Management Procedures

Fayetteville Community College, Fayetteville NC. 7/99

L-714 Engine Repairer Course,

U.S. Army, FT Eustis, VA. 9/02

ULLS-A, supervisor course.

U.S. Army, Camp Humphrery, S Korea. 4/02

Certification:

FCC License: PG00024789Certified 07/10/2008

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