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Lewis H

@lewish

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I improve quality, compliance, and delivery across defense, aerospace, cryogenic, and manufacturing operations.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking to lead quality, audit, and process-improvement work in high-stakes manufacturing, aerospace, defense, or cryogenic environments where I can improve compliance, reliability, delivery, and cost.

I've led quality and engineering work across Sumitomo Cryogenics, Prysmian Group, TE Connectivity, Gichner Shelter Systems, GE Aviation, Jacobs Technology, and Lockheed Martin.

At Sumitomo, I reduced the number-one failure mode by 60% through a component-verification process and built a quality performance dashboard for operational decision-making. I also establish shop-floor inspection and performance-test requirements and lead root-cause investigations.

At Prysmian, I led ISO 9001:2015 quality operations, developed an OEE dashboard using SAP data, and received a patent award for a system that eliminated a failure mode and saved more than $350K annually. At TE Connectivity, I conducted 200+ internal and supplier audits and helped cut late deliveries by 120 shipments annually.

I'm experienced in AS9100, ISO 9001, ISO 45001, NQA-1, FAI, corrective action, 8D, Lean Six Sigma, and manufacturing process improvement. My background includes defense systems, aerospace connectors, cryogenic systems, mechanical and materials testing, and leading teams in high-stakes environments.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Senior Quality Engineer

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Sumitomo (SHI) Cryogenics of America, Inc.

Mar 2026 - Present (6 months)

Provides leadership and technical expertise in Quality Assurance and Control across operations, engineering, and manufacturing. Achieved a 60% reduction in the #1 failure mode and built a comprehensive quality performance dashboard.

Quality Assurance Quality Control Component Validation Performance Dashboards Root Cause Analysis PPAP PFMEA Continuous Improvement Training

Senior Quality Engineer

Prysmian Group

May 2023 - Mar 2026 (2 years 10 months)

Directed quality operations across multiple product lines, ensuring ISO 9001:2015 compliance and leading QMS audits. Developed an Overall Equipment Effectiveness Dashboard and received a Patent Award for a system that eliminated a failure mode, saving $350k+ annually.

ISO 9001 Quality Audits Corrective Actions 8Ds 5 Whys Ishikawa Diagrams SAP OEE OEE Dashboard Patents Nonconformity Resolution

Staff Quality/Development Engineer

TE Connectivity

Jul 2017 - May 2023 (5 years 10 months)

Oversaw quality for aerospace and military connectors, ensuring compliance with AS9100D, ISO 9001:2015, and NQA-1. Conducted 200+ audits and increased supplier FAI first pass yield by 60% through training programs.

AS9100D ISO 9001 NQA 1 Audit Corrective Actions 8Ds Statistical Analysis FAI AS9102 (FAI Standard)Supplier Management ERP Dashboards

Senior Quality Engineer - IPT Lead

Gichner Shelter Systems (A Kratos Company)

Jan 2015 - Jul 2017 (2 years 6 months)

Directed quality programs for defense systems including Patriot Missile RADAR Shelter, Jaguar CSS, and TYP-2EEU. Reduced shelter build cycle-times from 120 to 65 days and increased throughput from 6 to 10 units per quarter using Six Sigma tools.

Six Sigma Process Optimization Audit FAI Special Processes CAPA PDR Root Cause Analysis Working Instructions

Sr. Engineering Test Technician

GE Aviation

Nov 2010 - Jan 2015 (4 years 2 months)

Performed mechanical and material testing under ASTM standards on composites, metals, and hybrids. Designed custom LabVIEW data acquisition systems and developed CFD validation protocols, reducing variance in design predictions by 18%.

ASTM Mechanical Testing Material Testing LabVIEW Data Acquisition Sensors Calibration CFDs Wind Tunnel Testing

Engineering Technician

Jacobs Technology

Apr 2007 - Apr 2009 (2 years)

Conducted defense testing on armor, ceramics, and munitions. Designed and executed test setups using AutoCAD and SolidWorks, and operated advanced instrumentation including high-speed cameras, flash x-ray, and FLIR systems.

Defense Testing Autocad Solidworks High Speed Cameras Flash X Ray FLIR Ballistic Testing

Engineering Technician

Lockheed Martin

Jan 2003 - Dec 2005 (2 years 11 months)

Led installation and reconfiguration of 23 FAA Air Route Traffic Control Centers, managing communication system upgrades. Led teams of 8-10 technicians across scheduling, payroll, and training protocols.

FAA Systems Communication Systems Team Leadership Scheduling Training