Quality Manager
Resume:
LARRY “DAN” PRICE
Cut Off, Louisiana • 985-***-**** • ************@*********.***
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Senior Quality and Mission Assurance Leader with 15+ years of experience leading Production Quality, Safety, Compliance, and Operational Excellence initiatives within aerospace, defense, shipbuilding, offshore, and manufacturing environments. Military Veteran with proven expertise in AS9100 and ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems, internal auditing, supplier quality, CAPA, KPI analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives. Recognized for leading high-performing teams, improving operational efficiency, strengthening quality culture, and supporting on-time delivery in highly regulated environments.
CORE QUALIFICATIONS
●AS9100 / ISO 9001 Compliance
●Quality Management Systems (QMS)
●Internal & External Auditing
●Production Quality Operations
●CAPA & Root Cause Analysis
●Supplier Quality Management
●KPI Metrics & Reporting
●Risk & Opportunity Management
●Regulatory & DCMA Audits
●Continuous Improvement
●Lean Manufacturing Support
●Product Acceptance Processes
●Cross-Functional Leadership
●ERP Systems & Traceability
●OSHA & Workplace Safety Compliance
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
QUALITY ASSURANCE MANAGER
Northrop Grumman
— Baltimore Area
March 2022 – April 2026
●Lead a team of 20 Quality Inspectors and Engineers supporting production operations across two manufacturing facilities.
●Oversee production quality activities including SMT inspection, supplier quality, product acceptance, compliance verification, and nonconformance management.
●Monitor KPI metrics and quality performance trends to ensure compliance with AS9100, ISO 9001, customer, and regulatory requirements.
●Lead corrective and preventive action initiatives improving manufacturing efficiency, supplier performance, and product quality.
●Coordinate workforce planning, training, and resource allocation to support operational objectives and on-time delivery.
●Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Program Leadership to improve quality performance and operational effectiveness.
●Utilize ERP systems for material traceability, inspection reporting, and technical documentation management.
SENIOR PRINCIPAL QUALITY ANALYST
Northrop Grumman
— Baltimore Area
October 2020 – March 2022
●Conducted AS9100 and ISO 9001 internal audits across multiple business units ensuring audit readiness and QMS compliance.
●Served as primary liaison for DCMA and customer audits supporting regulatory assessments and compliance reviews.
●Analyzed quality performance metrics and provided reporting to leadership supporting operational decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives.
●Led risk mitigation and corrective action efforts focused on reducing defects and improving manufacturing performance.
●Supported product acceptance and delivery processes ensuring compliance with engineering and customer requirements.
QUALITY / MISSION ASSURANCE & SAFETY ANALYST
Northrop Grumman
/ Sperry Marine — St. Rose, Louisiana
July 2019 – May 2020
●Managed internal QMS audits supporting ISO 9001 compliance across multi-site operations.
●Led employee training initiatives to standardize quality procedures, safety reporting, and compliance practices.
●Identified process improvement opportunities and supported corrective action implementation to improve operational efficiency.
●Conducted facility inspections and audit support activities across seven operational sites.
CONTRACT QUALITY & SAFETY ANALYST
Industrial Safety Solutions
November 2017 – December 2018
●Conducted root cause investigations and implemented corrective actions addressing operational and safety deficiencies.
●Provided quality and safety oversight ensuring compliance with regulatory and customer requirements.
●Supported continuous improvement initiatives focused on operational reliability and risk reduction.
QUALITY / MISSION ASSURANCE & SAFETY ANALYST II
HII
Newport News Shipbuilding — Kesselring Offsite Facility
January 2017 – September 2017
●Developed safety manuals and compliance procedures supporting Department of Energy operational standards.
●Managed Hazmat and SDS programs maintaining regulatory compliance across industrial operations.
●Supported implementation of health and safety programs improving operational readiness and workplace compliance.
QUALITY / SAFETY ANALYST & SUPPLY CHAIN
Danos
— Chevron Deepwater Shore-Based Division
July 2012 – November 2016
●Conducted root cause analysis and corrective action implementation supporting offshore and shore-based operations.
●Developed Job Safety Analysis programs improving hazard recognition and workforce safety performance.
●Supported logistics and supply chain operations for offshore production and renewable energy activities.
●Collaborated with operations leadership to improve workflow efficiency, quality performance, and safety compliance.
MILITARY EXPERIENCE
United States Air Force
Reserves
August 2006 – August 2012
●Managed mission-critical projects supporting C-130J aircraft operational readiness.
●Served as lead trainer for CBRNE response, emergency preparedness, and First Aid programs.
●Supported mission assurance, safety, and compliance initiatives.
EDUCATION
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Project Management
Columbia Southern University
Bachelor of General Studies
Nicholls State University
CERTIFICATIONS
●AS9100 & ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor
TECHNICAL SKILLS
AS9100 • ISO 9001 • ISO 14001 • ISO 45001 • QMS • CAPA • ERP Systems • KPI Reporting • Auditing • Lean Manufacturing • Root Cause Analysis • Risk Management • Supplier Quality • OSHA Compliance • Technical Documentation • Continuous Improvement
SECURITY CLEARANCE
Previously Held Department of Defense Secret Clearance (2007–2012, 1991–2001)
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