Shannon Ray

Dedicated Aerospace Quality Leader with extensive experience in aerostructures manufacturing, assembly, and non-destructive testing (NDT). Proven track record in leading cross-functional teams to identify defects, implement Root Cause and Corrective Actions (RCCA), and ensure total compliance with stringent QMS and FAA standards. Technical expert in ultrasonic and radiographic inspection, focused on driving operational excellence and resource management within high-paced aerospace environments.

NON Destructive Testing - Boeing/Spirit AeroSystems - Tulsa

(2025-12)

• Executed comprehensive inspections of bonded assemblies to guarantee compliance with quality standards.
• Ensured compliance with stringent aerospace quality standards and identified defects.
• Recorded non-compliance issues with precision and delivered critical feedback.
• Spearheaded initiatives for enhancing manufacturing processes and elevating product quality.
• Employed advanced ultrasonic inspection techniques utilizing both automated and manual methods.
• Operated manual equipment to identify flaws and ensure structural integrity of assemblies.
• Supported teams in maintaining ethical standards and transparency in all operations. Assisted in fostering a culture of trust and accountability among colleagues. Contributed to the development of policies that promote integrity and ethical behavior.
• Facilitated cross-team collaboration to enhance communication regarding inspection processes.
• Led initiatives to formulate corrective measures, ensuring future quality standards are met.
• Addressed lapses through systematic analysis and corrective action implementation.

Level 2 Ultrasonics Technician / Team Lead - NORDAM INS Division - Tulsa, OK

(2021 - 2025)

• Leadership & Integration: Act as a cross-functional lead to align inspection processes across departments, improving communication flow and reducing issue resolution time by identifying and removing bottlenecks.
• Process Oversight: Manage maintenance and repair schedules for Ultrasonic inspection systems, ensuring maximum equipment uptime to support production cadence and minimize downtime.
• Training & Mentorship: Lead the technical update of team members on changing industry requirements, upholding high service quality standards and safety protocols.
• Problem Solving: Utilize technical expertise to troubleshoot complex inspection discrepancies, providing the vision necessary to prevent reoccurring defects.
• RCCA & Compliance: Meticulously documented non-compliance issues and provided critical feedback loops to engineering; driven by a focus on Root Cause to avert future quality lapses.
• Quality Assurance: Conducted high-level inspections of bonded assemblies to guarantee structural integrity and adherence to Boeing/Spirit commercial standards.
• Reporting: Developed and maintained detailed quality charts and documentation, communicating technical results to diverse stakeholders to ensure project milestones were achieved.

Level 2 Ultrasonic NDT Technician - Spirit AeroSystems - Tulsa, OK

(2019 - 2020)

• RCCA & Compliance: Meticulously documented non-compliance issues and provided critical feedback loops to engineering; driven by a focus on Root Cause to avert future quality lapses.
• Quality Assurance: Conducted high-level inspections of bonded assemblies to guarantee structural integrity and adherence to Boeing/Spirit commercial standards.
• Reporting: Developed and maintained detailed quality charts and documentation, communicating technical results to diverse stakeholders to ensure project milestones were achieved.

NDT Technician – Group Repair Division / Repair Mechanic - NORDAM - Tulsa, OK

(2016 - 2019)

• Multi-Functional Leadership: Managed extensive hours of specialized inspections (Digital Radiography, Penetrant, MAUS), ensuring full compliance for V2500,RB211 nacelle and F-18 Super Hornet components.
• Strategic Collaboration: Partnered with Engineering and Quality Control to rectify discrepancies during teardowns and fabrications, ensuring reassembled components met all manufacturer specifications.
• Continuous Improvement: Identified and documented defects that led to significant engineering improvements in component restoration processes.

Assembler / Bonding Mechanic - Spirit AeroSystems - Tulsa, OK

(2010 - 2016)

• Manufacturing Excellence: Gained foundational experience in assembly and fabrication of complex subassemblies, ensuring precise alignment and adherence to manufacturing standards.
• Quality Verification: Performed material layup and vacuum bagging for composite structures, followed by rigorous self-inspection to verify compliance prior to final QC.

No Degree - NDT - Spartan College of Aeronautics And Technology

High School Diploma / GED