MANUEL
AMAYA

Summary

I lead quality assurance operations for defense manufacturing, specializing in ITAR-regulated environments and AS9100D compliance. Over the past seven years at True Velocity Ammo, I've architected CMM inspection programs that cut cycle times by 30% while maintaining zero-defect delivery across all DoD contracts. I chair the Material Review Board, manage supplier audits, and serve as the technical bridge between R&D and mass production. Currently pursuing my BBA in Project Management to complement my hands-on quality engineering expertise.

Impact

Experience

1. 2017-Present

   Quality Manager

   True Velocity Ammo · McKinney, TX

   • Direct a high-tempo Quality Inspection team, managing workload distribution and technical training for complex mechanical and electronic sub-assemblies to support demanding DoD contract delivery timelines
   • Architected site-wide Zeiss Calypso CMM programs and advanced vision system inspection protocols, reducing cycle times by 30% while securing Class 3 reliability standards for mission-critical hardware
   • Chair the Material Review Board (MRB); lead cross-functional engineering teams in resolving complex component defects using 8D methodologies, maintaining a zero-defect delivery record across all defense sectors
   • Serve as primary technical liaison for external vendor compliance; conduct risk-based supplier audits, establish quality agreements, and track KPIs to ensure raw materials and custom-machined components meet strict aerospace-adjacent standards

2. 2006-2010

   Field Artillery Radar Specialist (13R)

   U.S. Army ·

   • Operated, deployed, and maintained AN/TPQ-36/37/53 Firefinder Radar systems, performing complex electronic troubleshooting and field-level calibrations to ensure 100% mission readiness
   • Managed highly sensitive Technical Data Packages (TDP) and maintenance records for multi-million-dollar sensor platforms, adhering to strict DoD safety and operational protocols
   • Directed site-selection and radar alignment procedures requiring extreme precision, directly impacting the accuracy of counter-fire target acquisition and troop safety
   • Maintained Secret Security Clearance and practiced rigorous Operational Security (OPSEC) while handling classified hardware and communication data

Skills

Education and certifications

Service record

Branch

U.S. Army

Rank

E-5

Years served

4

Specialty / MOS

13R

Security clearance

Secret