I am an experienced quality professional and NDT Level III, Founder and President of Focaltek Inspection LLC (Focaltek), serving as Responsible Level 3, NDT Manager, and Quality Manager. I hold ASNT NDT Level III certifications in UT and VT, and employer-issued Level III certifications in ET, MT, PT, UT, and VT under Focaltek's written practice, which references the applicable requirements of NAS410, ATA Spec. 105, ASNT SNT-TC-1A, and ASME Section V.
My experience spans aerospace, airlines and aviation, spaceflight, composite and metals manufacturing, oil and gas, petrochemical and refinery operations, shipbuilding, and industrial inspection. I develop and apply NDT techniques for manufacturing discontinuities and in-service damage, considering materials, geometry, damage mechanisms, examination limitations, component temperatures, operating envelopes and service conditions, applicable codes, regulations, and standards.