Assurance Engineer Senior Quality

Name JACOB L. FRINK SR

Address **** ******* ******

NORTH CHARLESTON

SC 29418

Work Phone 662-***-****

Email: *****.*.*****@*******.***

OBJECTIVE:

A new challenging and exciting opportunity as a Contract Senior Quality/Mission Assurance Engineer within an Aerospace/Defense/Space environment. WORK EXPERIENCE:

Commercial Aircraft Build/Assembly Bio-Care/Medical Plastics /Composites New Product Introduction (NPI) Defense & Aerospace (AS9100) Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) Metals/Fabrication First/Last Article Inspection (FAI/LAI) Supplier Audit/Supplier Development Material Review Board (MRB) Preparing/Writing Process Instructions /Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) Corrective and Preventative Action (CAPA) Compliance/Adherence to Specification/Requirements Electronic Assembly/Test /Packaging Process Validation Production/Fabrication/Population of Circuit Card Assemblies (CCAs) Manufacturing/Assembly /Repair of Wiring Harnesses & Cables Space Launch Systems (SLS) Carbon Fiber/Titanium/Aluminum/Steel Poly Urethane Foam Processing/Assembly & Repair (TPS) Thermal Protection System Wet & Power Paint Application Working familiarity of Lithium Battery/Use Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) & Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) Supplier Corrective Action Request/Reports (SCAR) Coatings/Conversion Working and Inspection familiarity with NASA/DOD requirements for Space Flight Hardware (NASA-STD- 8739.1A, and NASA-STD-8739.4).

Working familiarity with Spacecraft Integration and Testing Procedures (Review & Validation) QUALIFICATIONS:

Six Sigma Black Belt w/prior Secret Security Clearance and strong analytical & interpersonal skills: Highly motivated team player with strong communication skills and broad experience in Aerospace, Manufacturing/Supplier Quality/Quality/Engineering. CERTIFICATIONS:

MATERIAL REVIEW BOARD DESIGNEE (MRBD)

SIX SIGMA GREEN/BLACK BELT

WORK FACTOR ENGINEERING/PRINCIPLES OF ERGONOMICS

J-STD-001/IPC-A-610 – Requirements for Soldered Electrical and Electronic Assemblies Addendum to IPC J-STD-001 – Space Applications Electronic Hardware NASA STD 87939.1 – Polymeric Application

NASA STD 8739.4 Crimp, Cable and Harness

WORK HISTORY:

Lockheed Martin Aeronautics, Greenville SC

(CONTRACT) Quality Engineer April 2024 to July 2024

• Supported production ramp up of existing military aircraft (F16) with new design changes.

• Utilized experience with Quality process requirements and specifications for tooling, planning, hand tools, FAC tests, etc... Understanding of AS9145 including PPV and PFMEA to support aircraft production and upgrades.

• Reviewed internal & external process documentation to ensure quality requirements were clearly defined for the mechanic and inspector (QA) communities.

• Performed statistical analysis on process / production assemblies to drive preventative actions and reduce product variations.

• Performed assessments and audits on processes & procedures to ensure compliance to engineering drawings, specifications, customer requirements (AS9145, AS9100 “D” / AS9102) and to ensure strict adherence to regulations/requirements of Federal Aviation Authority (FAA).

• Analyzed and solved basic to complex manufacturing issues to provide effective solutions.

• Lead/drove manufacturing teams to resolve RCCA activities and issues including validation of process & procedure/planning updates.

• Delivered & maintained Quality Control Plans (QCP) which outlined inspection gates and guidelines to ensure compliance with the quality standards and FAA requirements.

• Lead and tracked resolution of Quality issues for nonconformances, MRB, rework/repairs, and escapes.

• Shared experiences or lessons learned with peers, other support functions and mechanics.

• Successfully worked with Defense Contractors Management Agency (DCMA) and FAA both independently as a consultant and subject matter expert in support of multiple build teams. Hughes Network Systems, Germantown, MD

(Contract) Quality Assurance/Manufacturing Engineer March 2023 to March 2024

• Assisted Manufacturing Quality Control Manager in the implementation of Quality Assurance processes such as Process design and Process Failure Mode & Effect Analysis associated with highly automated printed circuit board surface mount technologies & robotic electronic assembly production line for wireless communication applications.

• Collaborated with engineering and manufacturing functions to ensure quality standards were in place. Performed oversight and monitoring of program risks and opportunities.

• Assisted in the performance of independent quality reviews to ensure compliance with contractual and customer requirements.

• Work with Design Engineers to evaluate designs for manufacturability and implementation in a rapidly-evolving production environment.

• Collaborated with the Design Engineers and Manufacture Engineers to analyze process nonconformances, conducted root cause analysis, developed, and implemented solutions with manufacturing associates following all customer approval processes.

• Audited quality systems for deficiency identification and correction assuring process and product quality. Ensured corrective measures met acceptable reliability standards, and that documentation was compliant with requirements.

• Specialized in the areas of design, incoming material, production control, product evaluation and reliability, inventory control and/or research and development as they apply to product or process quality.

• Used Lean and Six-Sigma quality engineering methodologies to continually improve the factory productivity, product yields, and reduce cost.

Google Inc/Moncks Corner, SC

(Contract) Hardware Quality Engineer II March 2022 – Dec. 2022

• Developed & maintained subject matter expertise on production equipment – mechanical, controls and process execution.

• Published & maintained pre-deployment, deployment, and maintenance documentation to support scalable roll outs of production equipment.

• Developed proper training processes & documentation for operational teams to support the deployment & maintenance of production equipment.

• Oversaw the deployment of proper training and tools to candidate locations leaving adequate time frames to support deployments of production equipment.

• Lead and drove the first approach deployment/rollouts of automated solutions/technologies by managing the local technical, commissioning, and operations teams.

• Provided support in the development of maintenance Job Plans for a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).

• Developed & maintained escalation and incident response/management processes as well as tools for customers.

• Worked cross functionally with a variety of technical and non-technical teams to ensure efficient deployment & training executions.

• Travelled as required to oversee onsite deployment and training at other designated Google sites.

NASA/KBRwyle/Lockheed Martin Space Systems, Littleton CO December 2020 to Sept. 2021

(Contract) Space Quality Engineer

• Provided direct/onsite NASA Quality Assurance support for the Lucy mission at Lockheed Martin Space Systems, Littleton, CO.

• Performed necessary/required Customer (NASA) inspections, surveillances, and hardware quality assurance activities/functions.

• Collaborated daily with integrated NASA team members and participated in routine and periodic teleconferences and technical meetings to receive updated Project context and status, to receive updated guidance from the Lucy Quality Manager, CSO, and SC QE Lead and to report findings, observations and recommendations as needed.

• Ensured flight hardware anomalies, corrective actions, and re-verifications were documented in accordance with the contractors’ non-conformance and corrective action system.

• Participated in production planning, reviewed manufacturing flow plans and participated in Manufacturing and Test Readiness Reviews (MRRs and TRRs) to ensure that production and test planning and test procedures fully addressed the objectives, were configuration controlled (i.e., configuration management), contained quality controls that avoided ambiguous results, contained quality controls that preserved hardware from damage, contained required Government Mandatory Inspection (GMIP) points, and ensured rigorous capture of results (e.g., artifacts, data, images).

• Examined process design and/or process qualification records, procedure/work order reviews, and verified labs and technicians carried required certifications. Reviewed Flight hardware records for completeness and ensured all open items were identified and addressed prior to the performance of tests.

• Reviewed all assigned non conformances/anomalies and verified information/documentation, validating opportunities where standard repair procedures or rework was applicable for resolving the applicable nonconformance or where “Use-as-is” was the optimal solution from a risk-based perspective.

• Monitored contractor quality, safety controls, and participated in quality assurance activities during fabrication, integration, and tests.

BOEING/NASA SPACE LAUNCH SYSTEMS, NEW ORLEANS, LA September 2018 to June 2020

(Contract) QUALITY ENGINEER W/MRB

• Performed Preliminary Review/Validation/Approval Nonconforming Conditions and Engineering Dispositions to maintain the program architecture for build.

• Actively worked with stakeholders, employees, suppliers, customers, NASA, DCMA, FAA and other regulatory agencies to ensure compliance with contractual, program, and regulatory requirements.

• Initiated/ Reviewed Dispositions for recognized nonconforming materials, parts, and equipment.

• Analyzed process data, metrics, models and flows to identify root cause of problems and worked with IPT Team/stakeholders to develop and implement Corrective and Preventative Action

(CAPA).

• Organized and chaired MRB Meetings with Customer (NASA) and Boeing Engineering personnel to review Engineering Dispositions and Rationale for Use As Is, Repair and specifically identified Scrap Dispositioning.

• Worked to ensure Corrective Actions had data and data analysis to effectively identify root cause, containment, interim and long-term corrective action planning, and decisions. BOEING/NASA SPACE LAUNCH SYSTEMS, NEW ORLEANS, LA November 2017 to August 2018

(Contract) MECHANICAL ENGINEER

• Developed, identified, and implemented conceptual designs and maintained the program architecture for build.

• Implemented and redlined Manufacturing plans as required to maintain Program architecture

• Participated on Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) to integrate technical solutions across multiple disciplines

• Under guidance of senior leadership assisted in the resolution of technical problems of significant impact to performance, cost and schedule

• Assisted with coordinating and implementing new Engineering Principles, Theories, Advanced Technologies and Concepts.

• Validated and ensured production readiness of solutions to complex problems. Implemented Lean Principles and Technologies

Boeing Commercial Airplanes (787), Charleston, SC November 2009 to Oct. 2017 Quality Production Specialist 3 W/MRB

• Responsible for Shipside verification/validation of Aircraft Installation/Assembly Plans/Instructions.

• Responsible for Preliminary Review and Dispositioning of Non-conformances.

• Interfaced daily with Manufacturing, Engineering, Customer, Vendor, and Subcontractor units to ensure strict compliance to Engineering and FAA requirements.

• Participated in Corrective and Preventative Action (CAPA) investigation, submission and implementation including assignment of Corrective Action request at time defect is submitted and support of Corrective Action Board (CAB) and Change Board activities.

• Coordinated with customers on Product Quality issues/escapes and developed and implementated Corrective And Preventive Action (CAPA). Boeing – SVS, Albuquerque, NM July 2008 to October 2009

(Contract) Mission Quality Assurance Engineer

• Responsible for defining, developing, and implementing a Corrective and Preventative Action

(CAPA) System for an Advanced Concept Technology Demonstration (ACTD), Tactical Laser.

• Responsible for inspection/witness of hardware installation on the SOCOM Aircraft, supporting testing and modifications to the configurations, reviewing of workflow processes, and validation of all affected and supporting documentation.

• Also responsible for Quality approval of documents, witness of procedures, quality assessments of installation/test processes and verification of completed work.

• Responsible for ensuring basic Airworthiness Standards for electrical, mechanical and hydraulic installations are following the Advanced Technology Laser (ATL) program format and FAA requirements

• Functioned as Quality representative and Leader in support of MRB activities. Honeywell Space & Defense, Albuquerque, NM September 2007 to June 2008

(Contract) Transition Supplier Quality Engineer

• Responsible for planning, coordinating, and conducting Last Article Inspection (LAI) activities for the transitioning of Circuit Card Assemblies (CCAs) to outside suppliers.

• Also responsible for planning, coordinating, and conducting First Article Inspection (FAI) activities for incoming CCAs.

• Ensure Product Specifications meet and adhere to performance requirements of Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA).

• Interface daily with DCMA, Suppliers, Production personnel, Customers and Engineers of all disciplines as Specifications, Prints, Method Sheets, My Data, Engineering Change Request (ECR), Engineering Change Notices (ECN), Red Line Drawings, Bill of Materials (BOM) and all other associated documentation are examined for accuracy and completeness.

• Work with SAP, DEX, and PDM Systems daily to retrieve, store and utilize part/product information/documentation.

Parker Hannifin Corporation, Golden Valley, MN May 2007 to August 2007 Quick Coupling Division –Bio-Care (Medical)

(Contract) Sr. Manufacturing/Quality Engineer

• Responsible for writing and preparing Process Instructions (PI’s) for the assembly/manufacture of Quick Coupling devices used for liquid and compressed Oxygen therapy systems in a Clean Room.

• Review/revise Control Plans and Process Failure Mode & Effect Analysis (PFMEA) studies to insure consistency and compliance with Process Instructions. .

• Continuously research/review Manufacturer’s Specifications and Prints to ensure parts preparation and finished assemblies follow ISO, CFR, FDA and CGMP regulations and customer requirements.

Sanmina-SCI, Huntsville, AL March 2006 to April 2007

(Defense & Aerospace Division)

(Contract) Supplier Quality/Compliance Engineer

• Responsible for providing Receiving Inspection Personnel with clear/concise work instructions and critical characteristics necessary to verify component and electro-mechanical rejects in Receiving Inspection and in the manufacturing areas.

• Initiating and Issuing Supplier Corrective Action Reports and verifying implemented Corrective and Preventative Actions (CAPA) meets or exceeds all customer expectations.

• Conduct site/source audits to ensure compliance to Corrective Actions or to validate Supplier initial and re-qualifications.

• Work with MRB personnel within RMA Process to insure the timely return of Supplier Non- Conforming Material.

Maytag Research & Development Newton, IA April 2005 to February 2006

(Laundry Products)

(Contract) Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer

• Responsible for initiating and driving the Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and Prior Part Approval Process (PPAP) with Suppliers.

• Applied leadership skills and knowledge of APQP/PPAP Processes to ensure Suppliers and Design Engineers adhered to procedures.

• Duties required thorough background and knowledge of Control Plans, PFMEA, DFMEA, MSA, Process Flow Charting, Gauge R&R, and Capability Studies (CP, PP, PPK & CPK). Diversified Refrigeration Inc., Selmer, TN April 2004 to February 2005

(Refrigeration Products)

(Contract) Sr. Manufacturing Cost Improvement Engineer

• Was Responsible for identifying, justifying, and implementing Safety, Quality, Cost and Process Improvement/Benefits for Refrigeration Products using Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma Practices.

• Investigated, established, and implemented requirements for tooling, materials and methods of production to eliminate nonmoving work in process (WIP) and to reduce total material acquisition cost.

• Wrote, reviewed & revised Operational Instructions & prepared Time/Motion Studies to reduce Non-Value-Added Labor and Cycle Times.

Whirlpool Corporation, Oxford, MS. August 1999 to March 2004

(Cooking Products)

Sr. Quality Engineer/Supplier Quality Engineer

• Was Responsible for implementation and coordination of all activities necessary to initiate and expedite Supplier Corrective Action, (8D).

• Frequent member of Supplier Quality Audit Teams, national and international.

• Working toward Lead Auditor Certification – Completed all Classroom Requirements

• Initiated and supported alternatives to resolve and contain daily Quality issues. .

• Implemented and maintained rework programs and procedures that ensured adequate traceability of data necessary to determine origin and scope of quality issues.

• Developed and implemented Inspection and Sampling Plans for incoming parts. General Electric Company, Bloomington, IN May 1983 to July 1999

(Refrigeration Products)

Quality Support Engineer

• Responsible for the initiation, implementation, and utilization of 6 Sigma Tools (DMAIC) to continuously improve and control the processes of (6) Cost Centers within the Door Business of refrigeration production on the off shift.

• My duties also required me to assume the role of Business Team Leader (BTL) in his/her absence.

Process Improvement Engineer

• Responsible for initiating and implementing short and long-term process improvement solutions for 2nd Shift Door Business Operations.

• Facilitated cross-functional teams in the use of quality tools to resolve recurring Quality issues Manufacturing Methods Engineer (RCA)

• Was Responsible for Workplace Layout, Test, Instructions, Tool & Fixture design and Mechanical Processing of Display Monitor Assembly and Packaging. Also responsible for population of Printed Circuit Boards utilizing Axial, radial and manual insertion techniques.

• Utilized knowledge of Work Factor Engineering, Ergonomics, Small Components and Soldering Techniques to effectively introduce timely and efficient cost savings measures. EDUCATION:

North Carolina A&T State University, Greensboro,NC Bachelor of Science Industrial Technology (Electronics)

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