Daniel Stucky
About Daniel Stucky
Daniel Stucky is a Quality Assurance Manager at General Atomics, where he has worked since 2019. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Manufacturing and Mechanical Engineering Technology from Texas A&M University and has participated in the 2022 Leader Development Program for high potential leaders within GA-EMS.
Work at General Atomics
Daniel Stucky has been employed at General Atomics as a Quality Assurance Manager since 2019. His role is based in Centennial, Colorado, where he oversees quality assurance processes. Stucky chairs the Material Review Board, holding final approval authority on nonconforming material disposition, root cause analysis, and corrective actions. He is also responsible for creating and submitting Quality Assurance Basis of Estimates for new proposals. Stucky interfaces with NASA and the United States Space Force, ensuring compliance with rigorous quality standards in aerospace projects.
Education and Expertise
Daniel Stucky earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Manufacturing and Mechanical Engineering Technology from Texas A&M University, completing his studies from 2006 to 2011. He has developed expertise in quality assurance, mechanical design, and engineering processes. Stucky is certified in J-STD-001 Space Addendum, IPC-610, and IPC-620, which are essential for the inspection of Printed Circuit Board Assemblies and wiring harnesses. His educational background and certifications support his role in maintaining high-quality standards in engineering projects.
Professional Development
Stucky participated in the 2022 Leader Development Program at General Atomics, designed for high-potential leaders within the organization. This program focuses on enhancing leadership skills and preparing participants for future leadership roles. His involvement in this program reflects his commitment to professional growth and development within the aerospace and defense industry.
Previous Experience
Before joining General Atomics, Daniel Stucky worked as a Process Engineering Intern at DRS Technologies in 2010 for six months. During this internship in Dallas, Texas, he gained practical experience in engineering processes, which contributed to his foundational knowledge in the field. This early experience laid the groundwork for his subsequent career in quality assurance and engineering management.
Achievements in Quality Assurance
As a Lean/Six Sigma expert, Daniel Stucky led the first internal Kaizen event within General Atomics' Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS). He serves as a voting member of both the Discrepancy Review Board and the Failure Review Board, contributing to the evaluation and resolution of quality issues. Stucky reviews and approves mechanical design drawings using Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing principles, ensuring adherence to quality standards in engineering designs.