Senior Quality Engineer with exceptional experience in supplier relations eager to contribute talents toward supporting a progressive company in achieving business goals and objectives.

 

 

• Highly methodical problem solver with significant background in quality engineering, supplier quality engineering, systems testing, and conducting final configuration inspections.

         Proficiency in directing and managing QA and QC programs, audits, and initiatives for leading companies in aerospace and defense industries.

         Well-developed talents in root cause analysis, process design and management, and supplier chain management.

         Sharp capabilities in all areas of QC/QA inclusive of ISO 9001:2008, FMEA, APQP, PPAP, and SPC.

         Highly skilled in leveraging Kaizen and Six Sigma methods and techniques to establish reliable quality systems and achieve compliance with stringent criteria.

         Employ corrective and preventative actions to reinforce QC within manufacturing environments.

         Demonstrated ability to set up, implement, and administer comprehensive quality systems, interpret complex specifications, and devise quality procedures and work instructions.

         Certified Inspector for IPC-600, IPC-610E, IPC7711A/7721A, J-STD-001C, and IPC/WHMA-A-0000 xxxxxx xxxx , xxxx , xxxxx 00000.

         Advanced user of Microsoft Office Suite software.

         Credentials include Certified ISO Auditor and Certified IPC Inspector.

 

 

Topcon Positioning Systems, Livermore, CA, 2008 to 2010

Supplier Quality Engineer

         Spearheaded identification, analysis and resolution of supplier defects during manufacturing process.

         Requested supplier to provide detailed corrective action plan regarding root cause of defect.

         Coordinated RMAs (return material authorizations) of defective parts to suppliers for credit or returns for repairs.

         Participated in weekly MRB (material review board) meetings to discuss defects uncovered in prior week s production, and promptly reported defects to suppliers to subsequently generate NCMRs ( Non-Conforming Material Reports).

         Issued Supplier Corrective Action Requests and conducted root cause analysis to prevent reoccurrence of anomalies.

         Maintained effective supplier relationships by facilitating regular audits and meetings to report on first pass yields, analyze Cpk trends, and evaluate obsolete electronic components and/or defective components.

         Served as focal point for suppliers requesting alternate parts for use in PCBA assemblies.

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Professional Experience continued

 

General Dynamics AIS, Santa Clara, CA, 2005 to 2008

Principal Quality Engineer

• Served as Senior Quality Engineer on several programs, demonstrating proficiency in conducting QA inspections, quality engineering, systems testing, and final configurations and inspections for sell-off to customers.
• Certified inspections for IPC-610D, IPC7711A/7721A, J-STD-001C, and IPC/WHMA-A-620.
• Exhibited strong leadership attributes and advanced knowledge of corporate quality processes and procedures as Chairman of MRB and CAB.
• Evaluated and approved new suppliers, and administered Supplier Quality Systems.
• Effectively used DOORS automated traceability tool to manage requirements traceability from program s initial phases to final sell-off.
• Held Top Secret SCI clearance.

 

Lockheed Martin Integrated Systems and Solutions, Santa Maria, CA , 1980 to 2005

Senior Quality Engineer

• Steered broad-scope quality engineering functions for major programs inclusive of configuration management, QA inspections, systems testing, and final configuration and inspections.
• Handpicked as Site Administrator for Supplier Quality Systems to facilitate and expedite corrective action, authorized approval of new suppliers, and served as MRB and CAB chairman.
• Regarded as expert in Lockheed Martin quality procedures, policies and practices.
• Earned credential as ISO Certified Auditor and completed extensive training in Kaizen, Six Sigma and CMM/CMMI.
• Held Top Secret SCI clearance.

 

 

Bachelor of Science, Quality Assurance Management, Almeda College, 2003

 

 

ASQ (American Society for Quality)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Dear__________________:

Are you currently seeking an accomplished Senior Quality Engineer with proficiency in supplier management? If so, I m submitting my resume for your review. In advance, thank you for your time and consideration.

 

In addition to extensive QA and QC experience in aerospace and defense industries, I bring to you an outstanding background in identifying and swiftly resolving quality deficiencies, a proven track record in designing and implementing comprehensive supplier quality management systems, and solid expertise in conducting quality audits and enforcing stringent compliance. To complement these qualifications, I offer extensive and successful experience in overseeing supplier corrective action efforts to meet corporate requirements and objectives.

 

If selected to join your organization, you will find me to be an extremely detail-focused professional and stellar leader committed to supporting you in achieving your objectives through superior performance and initiative. I would most certainly be a valuable asset to <insert name of company>, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future.

 

Truly yours,

 

 

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