Dennis Crocker
Pittsboro
Summary
Quality Control Inspector with a military aviation background and extensive experience in aerospace and advanced manufacturing environments. Former U.S. Air Force F-15 Crew Chief with hands-on expertise in aircraft systems, precision inspection, and mission-critical maintenance. Proven ability to ensure compliance with AS9100 and ISO 9001 standards, perform detailed inspections, and identify defects before they impact production or safety. Skilled in blueprint interpretation, electrical/mechanical systems, and root cause analysis. Known for discipline, attention to detail, and maintaining the highest standards of quality in high-performance environments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Quality Control Inspector
Kymera International
Durham
08.2023 - 04.2026
- Executed First Article Inspections to ensure compliance of incoming materials with specifications
- Conduct metallurgical and chemical analysis on copper powder used in aviation, braking systems, and water purification applications
- Perform precision measurements using micrometers, vernier calipers, and other inspection tools
- Maintain complete traceability and quality documentation per ISO 9001
- Collaborated with engineering to identify and resolve non-conformances, ensuring product integrity
- Apply knowledge of sintering, infiltration, and dimensional tolerances
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives through 5S and Six Sigma methodologies to enhance quality processes
Quality Control Inspector
Kyocera AVX
Wells
01.2023 - 02.2025
- Performed electrical testing (DCL, LDCL, DF, ESR, µA) and microscopic inspections to ensure compliance with quality standards
- Employed SPC methods to monitor production trends, enabling timely identification of defects
- Documented findings and assisted in corrective actions to uphold quality control processes
- Inspected microelectronic components for medical and MIL-spec applications
Quality Control Inspector
Pratt & Whitney
North Berwick
04.2015 - 09.2020
- Executed First Article Inspections and verified supplier compliance to ensure product standards
- Performed root cause analysis to identify and eliminate defects, enhancing overall product quality
- Collaborated with engineering to refine quality processes, contributing to improved inspection efficiency
- Performed visual and non-destructive inspections on turbine and compressor components
- Maintained AS9100-compliant documentation
F-15 Crew Chief
United States Air Force
07.2007 - 03.2014
- Performed and supervised flightline maintenance operations ensuring mission readiness
- Inspected and maintained F-15 aircraft systems for operational readiness.
- Troubleshot engine systems, hydraulics, avionics, and airframe components
- Conducted pre-flight, post-flight, and phase inspections
- Performed engine runs on F100-series engines
- Used precision measurement tools to verify airworthiness
- Identified and resolved mechanical issues using advanced troubleshooting techniques, ensuring aircraft reliability
- Partnered with engineers to implement technical modifications on aircraft systems, improving mission capabilities
- Coordinated aircraft servicing schedules with flight operations personnel.
- Developed mentoring programs for junior personnel to ensure effective learning
Education
Associate of Science - Aviation
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL 07.2007 - 05.2014
Skills
- Quality control
- Quality inspection techniques
- First article inspections
- Dimensional inspection
- Visual inspections
- Product inspection
- Root cause analysis
- Corrective action documentation
- Non-conformance reporting
- Quality documentation
- Quality management
- Process improvement
- Statistical process control
- Six sigma principles
- ISO standards
- Compliance enforcement
- Inspection procedures
- Inspection protocols
- Engineering collaboration
- Continuous improvement
- Equipment function testing
- Manufacturing quality checks
- Material quality assessment
- Surface inspection
- Raw materials testing
- Sampling protocols
- Measurement techniques
- Measurement calibration
- Test equipment operation
- Data reporting
- Documentation control
- QC planning
- Internal audit support
- Safety procedures
- Safety protocols
- Issue escalation
- Training and mentorship
- Employee supervision
- Problem solving
- Critical thinking
- Process evaluation
- Electrical schematics
- Technical drawing analysis
- Blueprint interpretation
- Acceptance requirements
- Defect identification
- Quality processes
- Process validation
- Dimensional inspection
- Product inspection
- Documentation control
- Electrical schematics
- Defect identification
- Blueprint interpretation
- Specifications reading
Timeline
Quality Control Inspector
Kymera International
08.2023 - 04.2026
Quality Control Inspector
Kyocera AVX
01.2023 - 02.2025
Quality Control Inspector
Pratt & Whitney
04.2015 - 09.2020
Associate of Science - Aviation
Community College of The Air Force
07.2007 - 05.2014
F-15 Crew Chief
United States Air Force
07.2007 - 03.2014