Professional Resume

Gary Strahan is a highly accomplished Level III ASNT Certified Thermographer and Senior NDT Level III expert with over 40 years of experience in the infrared industry.


Professional Experience

CEO & Lead Instructor

Infrared Training Institute, Inc. | 2005 – Present

Leading the development and delivery of Level I, II, and III Infrared Thermography certification classes. Expert in ASNT-TC1A and CP-189 standards, specializing in predictive maintenance program setups for global industrial clients.

Inspection Engineer / Senior NDT Level III

Mobil Oil | 1989 – 1994

Managed advanced non-destructive testing protocols, including radiography, ultrasonics, and magnetic particle testing for critical infrastructure and refinery operations.

U.S. Navy Hull Technician & Diver

United States Navy

Served as a Hull Technician and Diver, performing underwater welding and NDT inspections. Expertise included mixed gas saturation diving and structural integrity assessments.


Core Competencies

  • Infrared Thermography (Level I, II, III)
  • Optical Gas Imaging
  • Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)
  • Ultrasonic Testing & Thickness
  • Vibration Analysis
  • API 510, 570, & 653 Standards
  • NFPA 70B Compliance
  • Thermal Camera Manufacturing

Professional Affiliations

  • ASNT (American Society for Nondestructive Testing)
  • SPIE Thermosense Committee Member
  • Lamar University Advisory Board
  • ASTM E 20 Committee Member

Education

  • Lamar University
  • College of Oceaneering
  • Williamsburg College
  • Don Boscoe Technical Institute

Companies

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Infrared Cameras Inc. (ICI)

March 1995 - 2025

Formerly, Texas Infrared. Manufacture Infrared Thermal Imaging cameras and systems. Design and develop software, cameras, lens, provide consulting, systems design and integration. R&D, Industrial, Space, Training, Medical, Navigation, etc.

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Infrared Training Institute, Inc. (ITI)

March 1995 - Present

Offers Level 1 - Level 3 Infrared Thermography Courses and hands-on training. Certification is in accordance with ASNT requirements. Ultrasonics and other non-destructive training may be offered. Please call (409) 861-0788 for availability.

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Infrared Inspections LLC.

2018 - Present

An infrared service company that specializes in electrical maintenance and gas leak detection across the United States. Preventative maintenance, fire prevention, and operational continuance all with personalized, one-on-one service