Manufacturing Engineering Test Manager
Current• Responsible for (15) Manufacturing Test Engineers (MTE) while forecasting potential attrition & requirements needed for needs of the business.• Lead MTEs for rate readiness projects/enablers for the reduction of span times by 15%, increased efficiencies, and reduction of HPUs.• Track & Manage Manufacturing Test Procedures (MTPs) for IMS schedules for reduction in span times by 15%.• Identify opportunities and implement to increase productivity, reduce SRR and span times. (Sealant applications, Heat Map and Seal Team development) for 15% reduction in Pressure Testing Requirements and Cabin Pressure Testing (CPT).• Forward Thinking Leader for Benchmarking events & alignment with Prod Ops for implementation.• Develop and track skills matrix (KSI) for increased knowledge base for the MTE Team. Implement mentoring for overall increased level set.• Proactive leader to ensure safe environment for F-16 facility via TZ Leader and partnership with ESH.• Ensure compliance in command media via Aero Codes to GVL along with Standard Process Instructions (SPIs). Lead MTEs for standard work and flow of Production Operation Bulletins (POBs).• Partnership with Aero Sites (Fort Worth & Marietta) for decreasing span times by 5 days for outside processes (Anodizing capability). • Lead MTEs for MTE equipment for rate readiness of (4) per month. Partnership with Tooling Services, Programs & Fort Worth Projects Team.• Partnership with ManTech for Augmented Reality (AR) experiences via Work Link for 10% reduction in HPU.• Credible/Integrity/Motivational Leader building Team environment and partnership via actions/recognition and engagement with Prod Ops/Support groups.• Experienced Leader for start up programs (Blackhawks, VH-92 Presidential aircraft, F-16). • Mentor for team for career development & Succession Planning.