James Murphy

Inventive and creative quality lead. Innovative thinking and duty driven. Calm under chaos with strong leadership skills. I've been doing quality inspection work of all kinds since i got out of the military.

I've trained other inspectors, aided engineering in prototype and reverse engineering projects. Led and participated in FAA audits as the primary inspector point of conduct for inspection procedures, processes, 8130 review, and have been the lead for the past 10 years. Lead inspector for AS9100 audit prep.

I have a military work ethic that I'm proud of. I'm quick to pick up new skills and have a drive to learn all aspects and skills that a job requires.

Quality Inspector - Hartzell Engine Technologies - Montgomery Alabama

(2012-05 - 2026-08)

• inspecting aerospace components, sub-components, and assemblies for conformance to specifications, documenting quality inspection findings, and recommending corrective action where necessary.
• Conduct routine and non-routine inspections of raw materials, parts and assemblies according to established guidelines.
• Review engineering drawings and specifications to ensure accurate inspection.
• Recommending any necessary adjustments and changes to production processes
• Removing products that don't meet production standards and recommending strategies to improve product quality through Material Review Boards and Corrective Action Reports
• Using inspection and measurement tools such as Micrometers, CMM, Brinell Hardness Tester, Non-Destructive Testing Lvl2 (Liquid Penetrate, Magnetic Particle, Ultrasonic Testing, Spray Dryer Crack Inspection)
• FAA-8130 ODA lead. (PAH/TSO/PMA. Domestic Airworthiness Approval, Return to Service, Export Airworthiness Approval, Shipping 8130)
• J-STD-001 Soldering Inspector
• Quality Team Lead
• IATF 16949 Lead Auditor for AS-9100
• AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)

Navy Submariner Weapons Specialist - U.S. Navy - Honolulu Hi (Pearl Harbor)

(2001-03 - 2011-10)

• Responsible for maintaining, operating, and preparing submarine weapons systems, including torpedoes, missiles, small arms, and related ordnance
• Ensure weapons and launch systems are ready for mission-critical operations.
• Operate, maintain, and repair submarine weapons systems, including hydraulic, pneumatic, and pressurized air systems linked to launch mechanisms
• Prepare, stow, and secure torpedoes, missiles, and small arms; perform pre- and post-launch inspections and checks
• Manage firing and launching systems, anchoring systems, and related equipment
• Install, repair, and troubleshoot weapons delivery systems, electronic equipment, and cryptologic systems
• Follow strict safety protocols for handling high-risk ordnance; maintain logs and records for weapons and equipment
• Assist in intelligence operations, signal interception, and cyber defense.
• Team Lead work in confined, high-risk environments; mentor junior personnel; lead weapons handling teams under operational conditions.

Diploma - Hillcrest High school (1994-08 - 1998-06)