• Managed schedule and resources for customer returned units within budget.• Supervised 55 bargaining (union) Mechanical Assemblers and RF Test Technicians.• Led Continuous Improvement activities to reduce reworks and lead time.• Reported metrics to senior leadership and program managers daily.• Supported technical tiger teams for root cause corrective action assessment.

• Supported E2D Receiver Program as VSL and backup to OPM.• Performed Hardware Quality Engineering tasks for multiple programs.• Led improvements in Hours Per Unit (HPU) and Repair Turn Around Time (RTAT) metrics.• Managed manufacturing activities with accountability for safety, quality, and production.• Implemented process improvements and obtained Six Sigma Specialist certification.

• Managed employees and resources effectively.• Maintained costs to budget for labor, material, and scrap.• Ensured customer delivery expectations were met.• Implemented Lean Manufacturing practices, including 5S Methodology and Kanban System.• Improved employees' morale and organized team building activities.

• Led quality engineering activities for Fiber Optic, Oil and Gas, and Power-related products.• Conducted Root Cause Analysis, nonconforming product resolution, Corrective Action, and Continuous Improvement initiatives.• Developed Quality Plans for new products' machined parts.• Performed statistical analysis to identify trending issues and potential failure risks.• Supported production in process improvement to reduce scrap and rework.

• Coordinated the Customer Returned and Non-Conforming Materials Process, ensuring timely disposition and providing quality solutions for continuous improvement.• Collaborated with various departments to streamline the handling of customer returned and non-conforming materials.• Trained as a Super-User for Glovia G2, gaining expertise in utilizing the system for efficient material management.• Received training as a Super-User for IBM Cognos, enhancing data analysis and reporting… Show more • Coordinated the Customer Returned and Non-Conforming Materials Process, ensuring timely disposition and providing quality solutions for continuous improvement.• Collaborated with various departments to streamline the handling of customer returned and non-conforming materials.• Trained as a Super-User for Glovia G2, gaining expertise in utilizing the system for efficient material management.• Received training as a Super-User for IBM Cognos, enhancing data analysis and reporting capabilities.• Implemented best practices and process improvements to enhance the overall efficiency and effectiveness of material dispositioning. Show less

• Led production team in building fiber optic test instruments and troubleshooting PCBs.• Conducted training on Fiber Optic Basics, Soldering Surface Mount Components, and Electro-Mechanical assemblies.• Streamlined production processes and improved capability through cross-training.• Developed Standard Operating Procedures and reviewed Bill of Materials and work instructions.• Promoted to Quality Inspector role, ensuring product reliability and efficiency through material… Show more • Led production team in building fiber optic test instruments and troubleshooting PCBs.• Conducted training on Fiber Optic Basics, Soldering Surface Mount Components, and Electro-Mechanical assemblies.• Streamlined production processes and improved capability through cross-training.• Developed Standard Operating Procedures and reviewed Bill of Materials and work instructions.• Promoted to Quality Inspector role, ensuring product reliability and efficiency through material inspections and managing CAPA and RMA processes. Show less

• Answered customer technical inquiries and provided quotations for custom cable assemblies.• Verified and validated customer designs and specifications.• Requested quotations from vendors to determine material costs and labor costs.• Drafted assembly procedures and drawings for ease of manufacturing.• Reviewed and approved First Article Inspections (FAI).