1. G A B R I E L L A L . S M I T H
(917) 559-9025 • GABSMITH08@YAHOO.COM
OBJECTIVE
To be an innovative engineering leader driving engineer teams to deliver with the utmost dedication to the safety performance
of quality products. To be a committed leader; strong interest in design, manufacturing, product development, and innovative
process improvement initiatives.
QUALIFICATIONS & CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
Dynamic Manufacturing Engineer Leader and accomplished Manufacturing Engineer (L3) with a solid background in design,
production planning, and manufacturing processes. Proficient product and hardware manager with consistent track record,
reviewing engineering specifications with the capability to forecast and resolve issues to deliver quality products.
Recognized for creativity, determination, and ability to work independently without direction and leading diverse
discipline/background teams. Special interest working with diverse talent solving complex problems and documenting lessons
learned while complying with existing program/ company processes.
 Core Competencies: Leadership, Test Configuration Control, Systems Thinking, and Process Implementation.
 Diplomatic Leader: Lead product design reviews, both internally and with customer representatives.
 Strong Communicator: Skilled presenter with ability to advocate change.
 Certified 3/2015 as a Boeing Resolution Advocate; techniques for negotiating and mediating employment conflicts.
 Assisted in the development and implementation of production and tooling methodologies with 787 partners. Member of
an Integrated Product Team (IPT) in the integration of technical solutions working to develop, identify and implement
conceptual designs and maintenance of the 787-9.
 Nationally recognized as 2012 Black Engineer of the Year Award (BEYA) Modern Day Technology Leader and 2015
Women of Color (WOC) in STEM - Technology All Star Award
 Worked to develop products, skills, knowledge and experience as Production System Efficiency (PSE) Mfg Wing box
Lead on 787. Assists in providing producibility information for inclusion in project plans and helps document producibility
best practices for 787-9.
 Responsible for installation plan authoring, change incorporation, and all the deferral planning for 737 MAX/ NG.
 Managed the production planning releases for Mid-body and Aft Sections of Systems Installation on 787-9.
 Proficient in Lean Concepts capable to apply techniques and tools in operational and production environments.
 Chosen to lead, by Boeing management, a new process improvement team with the assignment to provide leadership and
direction for a cross functional group within FOT&V (Fight Test) Developmental Manufacturing.
 Utilizes the BPS Lean+ approach to continuous and breakthrough improvement. Lean+ and the Boeing Problem Solving
Model (BPSM) enable us to achieve all levels of improvement.
 Provided technical support to Test Manufacturing & Quality Operations Structure Lab for structural hardware to test WAV
panels on the 787 Stringer Pull-off Test Rig. Proficient in raw material processes, conventional machining, non-
conventional machining, special processes, inspection and analysis of hardware.
 Led team (GECCKO) which was awarded 2010 Boeing Lean Moonshine Wars (Enterprise) Rapid Learning Award
 Certified 6/2009 as a Boeing Accelerated Improvement Workshop (AIW) Leader with the goal to complete Six Sigma
Greenbelt within the BPS (Boeing Production System).
 Captured data for development of fourth thermal expansion valve production line which increased production by 25% at
Parker Hannifin Corporation.
 Software: ETAC, IVX, DCAC MRM, Catia V5, Pro Model, Master Cam, Minitab and Microsoft Applications
INTERESTS & HOBBIES
 Volunteering at various community events; love to serve others.
 Entertaining at home and preparing themed dinners.
 Staying fit by exercising and being active in community walks, various 5k & 10k runs etc.
 Venezuela (birthplace) and Trinidad & Tobago (heritage) news and cultural events!!
EDUCATION
8/2009-5/2015 Embry Riddle Aeronautical University MSTM Master of Science in Tech Mgmt Everett, WA
1/2008-10/2009 Stevens Institute of Technology Project Mgmt Certificate Seattle, WA
7/2008-12/2009 Art Institute of Seattle Art of Cooking Diploma Seattle, WA
9/2007-12/2007 Dale Carnegie Leadership Course Renton, WA
8/2001-5/2006 Indiana Institute of Technology Fort Wayne, IN
 Bachelor of Science in Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering / Accounting Minor
 Senior Project: Introduction of Lean Manufacturing concepts at Home Lumber of New Haven Inc.
Courses:
CIM 1&2- Fused Deposition Modeling Work Business Law Pro Engineer Simulation
Total Quality Management Lean Manufacturing Professional Practice

2. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE (Details)
The Boeing Company (Renton, WA) [Nov 2015-Current]
Manager, Manufacturing Engineer (737 Final Assembly Interiors Engineering)
 Encourages, empowers, and accelerates the acquisition & sharing of skills/knowledge in the area of Production
Engineering; current team of 25+
 Improving the flow of information between 737 interiors teams and management/ leadership.
 Makes team aware that their contributions are valued & reward exceptional efforts by mentoring and coaching.
 2015 67F SJC Skill Captain responsible for employee retention meeting execution for south Puget Sound managers.
 Responsible for installation plan authoring, change incorporation, and all the deferral planning for 737 MAX.
 Prime 737 installation plans are for Systems (lighting and seats), Furnishings (placards, oxygen tanks), Monuments
(Lavatories, galleys and waste water) and External Markings/ Soft Goods (paint, carpets/mats and insulation).
 Directly interfaces with design engineer teams to ensure design FPQ is executed to reduce the interruptions to the
production flow enabling work flow and optimization.
 Supports the development and production of conceptual engineering design requirements.
The Boeing Company (North Charleston, SC) [Apr 2012-Nov 2015]
Manufacturing Engineer Manager (787 Systems A&I ME Engineering)
 Manages employees performing engineering and technical activities in the area of Production Engineering.
Lead 40+ team members initially until reorganization in November 2012; current team of 25+
 Devise and executes project and process plans, implements policies and procedures and sets operational goals.
 Develops and maintains relationships and partnerships with customers, stakeholders, partners and direct reports.
 Actively involved in daily operations to meet schedule or resolve complex problems impacting Systems SOW.
 Primarily and enthusiastically directs, cultivate and motivates employees.
 2015 Diversity Change Agent Award Inspiring Dreams-Changing Lives recipient for leading BSC NSBE ETA Team to
reach over 1200 students with information and hands on activities designed to inspire them to pursue STEM related
professions.
The Boeing Company (Everett, WA) [Mar 2010- Mar 2012]
Manufacturing Engineer (787-9 Wing Production Engineering)
 PSE section 12 and FTE, FLE & Spars
 Assisted in the development and implementation of production and tooling methodologies with 787 partners.
 Member of an Integrated Product Team (IPT) in the integration of technical solutions working to develop, identify and
implement conceptual designs and maintenance of the 787-9.
 Interfaced with suppliers, IPTs and internal customers to develop products, skills, knowledge and experience as Production
System Efficiency (PSE) Mfg Wing box Lead on 787.
 Assisted in providing producibility information for inclusion in project plans and helps document producibility best
practices for 787-9.
The Boeing Company (Seattle, WA) [May 2007- Feb 2010]
Manufacturing Engineer (Assembly and Installation)
 Led the Next Generation Process Improvement team introducing innovative process improvements.
 Project Manager of the Flight Test Winch Assemblies for P8A, 787, and 747-8 flight test aircraft.
 Provided technical support to Test Manufacturing & Quality Operations Structure Lab for structural hardware to test WAV
panels on the 787 Stringer Pull-off Test Rig.
 Contributed to the completion of various projects including 787 APU Firewall, Rolls Royce EAI Duct Assy.
 Supports the development and production of conceptual engineering design requirements.
 AIW Leader certification with the goal to complete Six Sigma Greenbelt.
 Serving as the Boeing Black Employees Association Central Chapter President to further diversity within Boeing.
Weyerhaeuser Sutton Structurwood OSB (Sutton, WV) [Aug 2006-Apr 2007]
Technical Team Member
 Maintained consistency of product specifications conducting quality checks of raw material and finished goods.
 Fostered link between operations and quality and reported on process improvement opportunities.
 Conducted internal audit interviews for Quality Management System Audit and amended Technical Team reliable method
documents.
 Joined the Housekeeping and Safety task teams and contributed various improvement ideas, such as 5S.
 Developed "Wood: What is it good for?" workshop for 33rd Annual NSBE Convention presentation.
REFERENCES
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