Qa Engineer Quality Assurance
Resume:
Sr. Quality Assurance Engineer, Lead Internal Auditor, Document Control Manager
Authorized to work in the US for any employer Interested in a full time, remote position
Summary
My experience, education and training specialties are testing & inspection, technical writing and document control for ISO 9001 & 14001 Management Systems. I am a certified internal auditor.
Work experience
Sr. QA Engineer, Lead Auditor, Document Control Manager
Gichner Shelter Systems, a Kratos Defense Company - Dallastown, PA March 2017 to Present
As QA engineer contracted to the Department of Defense, I was hired to upgrade the Quality Management System to comply with ISO 9001:2015 and SAE AS 9100 Rev D. As lead internal auditor and Quality Management Representative, I developed an internal audit plan, managed document control using Vault, revised the Quality Management System Manual, created and revised documents, processed engineering changes and released to Vault. Directed quality inspections and first article testing during the manufacturing of military shelters. Reviewed Statement of Work for acceptance and provided Quality Releases. Reviewed test plans for electrical testing and water tightness testing. Managed customer source inspections. Coordinated the corrective action program.
Quality Assurance Engineer, Lead Auditor
JMA Wireless - Edgewood, MD October 2016 to March 2017
As a QA engineer for wireless communications manufacturer, I was hired to develop programs in compliance with ISO 9001 / 14000 certification and apply for certification. Develop programs for revision control, operation procedures, shelf life, preventive maintenance, and calibration. Write the Quality and Environmental Management System Manual. Collect performance metrics. Develop, revise and edit manufacturing work instructions. Write and answer corrective and preventative action reports. Perform root cause analysis. I am a certified internal auditor.
Quality Assurance Engineer
Sea-fire Marine, a division of Metalcraft, Inc - Baltimore, MD May 2007 to October 2015
Fire Suppression Manufacturer
As a QA engineer for a Marine / Military Fire Suppression Systems Manufacturer, I create procedures in compliance with ISO 9000 / 14000 certification. Collect performance metrics for the engineering group. Develop, process and edit Engineering Change Notices. Develop, revise and edit operator and maintenance manuals. Revise and edit CAD controlled drawings. Write and answer corrective and preventative action reports. Perform root cause analysis. Manage testing and auditing of fire suppression systems for licensing agencies. Perform 1st article testing and write test plans, procedures and reports. Edit test engineer's test plans and reports. Acquire and manage agency certifications, approvals, and change reports for 3rd party agencies. Developed a standard / code listing and built a controlled library. I am a certified internal auditor.
Owner / Manager
Double L Ranch - Green Bay, VA August 2001 to May 2007
Owner and manager of a 100+ acre horse farm with indoor and outdoor arenas, several horse barns and a club house. Developed a web site, www.doublel-ranch.com, and set up the business for boarding and breeding horses. Managed all programs for horse care; vet, farrier, health & nutrition, safety & training. Scheduled horse shows, clinics and events.
Government Contractor
DOD - Lexington Park, MD November 1996 to August 2001
Followed the contract with Atlantic Science and Technology, Tracor, Marconi Systems Technologies, Inc. and Eagan McAllister, Associates, Inc. for SPAWAR. Developed, revised, edited and incorporated graphics into technical training manuals. Developed military training documents to satisfy Y2K requirements for the installation of UNIX and NT software installations. Converted electronic documents to HTML and created multi-media presentations for publication to the internet. Team player for developing the on-line classroom and distance learning center for remote location training. Coordinated efforts directly with Trainers to satisfy the requirements of various world remote military sites. Inactive Secret Clearance.
Owner / Manager
Universal Engine Service - Clinton, MD October 1993 to October 1996
Managed an automotive engine rebuilding and machine shop. Purchased computerized diagnostic equipment and personal computer equipment to network all business activities. Developed administrative and shop policies. Set up and ran payroll.
Designed CAD engine repair graphics. Inspected internal engine components and supervised repairs.
Engineering Analyst / Technical Writer
Baltimore Gas and Electric Company - Lusby, MD May 1979 to October 1993
Calvert Cliffs Nuclear Power Plant Surveillance Testing Group
Lusby, MD 20657
Certified Level III Surveillance Test Personnel. Functional Surveillance Test Coordinator (Project Manager) for Mechanical Maintenance, Fire Protection and Integrated Leak Rate Testing. Reviewed and approved testing and repair procedures. Scheduled testing for routine, post maintenance, increased frequency and outage requirements. Analyzed testing results, performed root cause analysis and trended failures.
Started as a welding apprentice, then promoted to quality control inspector and non-destructive examiner. Promoted to the procedure development group as a technical writer / editor, then, promoted to the engineering department as an engineering technician. From an engineering technician position, I advanced to an engineering analyst.
Education
English
Charles Co. Community College - Lexington Park, MD September 1982 to May 1985
Skills
Fluent MS Office - 10+ years
Certified ISO 9001:2018 and AS9100D Lead Internal Auditor - 10+ years
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