Frank Stivers
About Frank Stivers
Frank Stivers is a Quality Engineer IV at General Atomics Electromagnetics Systems, with extensive experience in quality assurance and process engineering spanning over three decades, primarily at Cubic Defense Applications.
Current Role at General Atomics
Frank Stivers has been employed at General Atomics Electromagnetics Systems as a Quality Engineer IV since 2008. In this role, he is responsible for ensuring quality standards are met within the organization. His experience includes supporting supplier quality management and assisting in the certification of suppliers to meet company requirements. Stivers also plays a role in the implementation of quality management systems and processes.
Previous Experience at Cubic Defense Applications
Frank Stivers worked at Cubic Defense Applications for a total of 26 years, holding various positions including Quality Engineer, Sr. Quality Engineer, and Sr. Process Engineer. His tenure at Cubic encompassed roles focused on quality control and assurance, process engineering, and manufacturing planning. He contributed to the implementation of quality management systems and served in multiple capacities that enhanced operational efficiency.
Educational Background in Manufacturing Engineering
Frank Stivers studied at National University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Manufacturing Engineering. His studies spanned from 1986 to 1993, providing him with a solid foundation in engineering principles and practices relevant to manufacturing and quality assurance.
Quality Assurance and ISO Auditor Experience
Stivers has extensive experience in quality assurance, including serving as an ISO registered auditor. He has designed and implemented databases to manage and forecast departmental requirements, and he has created user guides for QA Engineers and Inspectors to facilitate inspections and manage nonconformances using SAP. His expertise also includes reviewing and validating Material Masters to ensure compliance with contract requirements.
Involvement in SAP Implementation
Frank Stivers has been actively involved in the implementation of the SAP Quality Management module for production processes at General Atomics. He serves as a representative for quality assurance on various management boards related to SAP, contributing to the integration of quality management practices within the organization.