RESUME OF ADDRESS: RONALD S. THOMAS PHONE:

**** ******* *** ****: 770-***-****

Cumming GA 30028 E-Mail: acunn8@r.postjobfree.com

Offering over Twenty Five years experience by fully qualified:

ENGINEER / DESIGNER / CHECKER / LIAISON / MANAGER / MRB / DRAFTER / TECHNICIAN

*With specialized experience in: Aircraft/Aerospace Commercial & Military, Medical Systems, Mfg. Industries, Electronics, Electro / Mechanical Systems, and Computers.

*Computer Systems Experience:

*CATIA: Ver. 5 (10,500 Hrs) *SOLIDWORKS Ver. 2008, 9, 12, 13, 14(6,500 Hrs)

* Pro/Engineer: Ver. 2000i thru 2001 (8,500 Hrs) *CCD5 (1,000 Hrs)

*AutoCAD: Ver. 12, 13, 14, and 2006 (3,000 Hrs) *Promis-E (4,000 Hrs)

*Familiar with: ANSI Y14.5, ASME Y14.5, DOD-D-1000, B-100, GD&T, MIL-T-31000

Level I, II, III, UL-508, NFPA-79, OSHA-1910, IEEE, ISO 9000, DO-160

*AIRCRAFT/AEROSPACE: *Interior Design & Modifications *Primary, Secondary Metal & Composite

Airframe Structure* Sheet Metal * Composite Honeycomb *Cabinetry*Oxygen and Nitrogen Systems*

Mech. Sys. *Control Sys. *Tool Design *Landing Gear *Avionics Packaging, Design, and

Installation*Support Facilities,*Equipment Arrangement & Inst*Instrumentation * Control Panels*

*Turbo Prop and Jet Engine Propulsion Units*Wide Body and Small Body Corporate and Military Experience.

*MANUFACTURING INDUSTRIES: Mech. Systems. *Sheet Metal * Composite Honeycomb *Cabinetry*

*Plastics*Oxygen and Nitrogen Systems*Small Mech. Mechanisms *HVAC *Storage Vessels* Castings *

*Forgings * PC Boards *Schematics *Electrical Components & Standards

*MILITARY:*Aircraft (fixed wing & rotor) *Weapons systems *Land Vehicles *all MIL-STDS.

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY: ** Denotes Contract Position

** IOMAX AIRCRAFT, Mooresville, NC

Mechanical Engineer – February 2015 to July 2015

Program: Archangle, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Program

Computer System Used: SolidWorks, SolidWorks EDPM

Engineer all Avionics bays, for all Weapons systems, Laser and HD Enhanced Video, and Surveillance systems just to list a few. Create Configuration Solutions and Installations based on CG control, Weight, and Functionality.

** COBHAM MISSION SYSTEMS, Davenport. IA

Sr. Aero Structures Engineer – November 2014 to February 2015

Program: Embraer KC-390 Transport and Boeing 767 Tanker Program

Computer System Used: Catia V5, Windchill

Design and Development of Fuel Cell Systems for KC-390 and 767 Tanker Program. Liaison Engineering between Program Lead, Customer Requirements and Engineering Department. Other duties include validation of structural design of corporate products for final approvals.

EMBRAER ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY CENTER, Melbourne, FL

Sr. Product Development Engineer – September 2013 to February 2014

Computer System Used: Catia V5, Envoia (3D Com)

Design and Engineer complete Interior Systems for the latest products offered by this company and used in the most advanced and opulent Executive Aircraft in the world. Develop interior engineering packages based on market, product and certification requirements. Complete Design of New Shower System including Mechanical, Fresh Water, Gray Water, and Electrical Illumination.

** GENERAL DYNAMICS SATCOM, Duluth, GA

Design Engineer – October 2012 to September 2013

Computer System Used: SolidWorks, SolidWorks PDM

Work on military contracts to design, build, and develop down link Satellite Communications Equipment. General information on duties include Mechanical Design and Product improvement of current design. Development of new products on new projects.

** AAR CARGO SYSTEMS, Goldsboro, NC

Sr. Lead Design Engineer – March 2011 to October 2012 Computer System Used: Catia V5, SmarTeam

Program: Airbus A400M Cargo Deployment Transport

Responsible for the overall design activities on the program, planning, design, development, and verification tasks. Integrate floor support and Seat track systems to accommodate new Cargo Design. Modify Engineer technical interfaces and integration tasks, and be the point of contact for technical discussions while monitoring progress of system engineering tasks. Also keeping program management informed on progress and future requirements.

** SIERRA NEVADA CORPORATION, Hagerstown, MD

MRB Engineer / Engineering Lead / Liaison – February 2010 to February 2011

Program: EMARSS (Enhanced Medium Altitude Reconnaissance Surveillance System)

MARRS-C (Medium Altitude Reconnaissance Surveillance System-Canada)

MEA (Multi Enforcement Aircraft)

Computer System Used: SolidWorks, Windchill

Duties include supervision of Mechanical Engineers, setting all goals and tasks to insure the project is being completed to all company goals, Military and ASME Standards. Interface with management and report status and issues and working with other departments and production to make the program run smoothly and completed on time. Project included MRB repair and maintenance of structural composite and metal modifications to military and commercial aircraft to accommodate several airborne sensor, chaff and surveillance/laser system upgrades. Electro/Mechanical modifications to Cock Pit and aircraft systems. Complete Design and Installation of Military Interiors.

** SIERRA NEVADA CORPORATION, Hagerstown, MD

Mechanical Engineer / Liaison – June 2008 to May 2009 Computer System Used: SolidWorks

Program: MARSS (Medium Altitude Reconnaissance Surveillance System)

Structural composite and metal modifications to military and commercial aircraft to accommodate several airborne sensor, chaff and surveillance/laser system upgrades. Electro/Mechanical modifications to Cock Pit Consoles. Other duties included liaison role to resolve complex problems in production phase of program to the satisfaction of all groups involved. . Complete Design and Installation of Military Interiors.

TECHNIGRAPHICS, Alpharetta, GA.

PLM CATIA Designer/Team Leader – January 2008 to June 2008

Computer System Used: CATIA V5, Enovia LCA, SmarTeam

Primary responsibilities include Post sales support for customer new to the Catia Environment. On-site support to Engineers and Management to promote a high working comfort level with the Catia products. If additional training is required be able to provide said training. Also worked on the Boeing Chinook Helicopter conversion program migrating data from V4 to V5. Also provided Catia design for Coca Cola Corp.

**SIEMENS ENERGY & AUTOMATION INC., Alpharetta, Georgia

Electrical Designer – June 2007 to January 2008 Computer Systems Used: Promis-E.

Responsible for design, layout and drafting of final production drawings for Electrical and Electronic Distribution Systems for Mining Drag Line Equipment. Other duties include the Design and Engineering of Manufacturing Line upgrades consisting of Electrical Components, Schematics, and Mechanical Drawings of Control Panels, Racks, PLCs and various Electro / Mechanical Components.

** THE BOEING COMPANY, Huntsville, AL

Design Engineer – September 2006 to June 2007 Computer System Used: CATIA V5, Enovia LCA

Modification of Primary Structures on Boeing 737 Navy MMA Program. Detailed information is ITAR restricted therefore unable to give further details on this Military Project.

** EATON CORPORATION, Toccoa, GA.

Detail Design Engineer – November 2005 to September 2006 Computer System Used: CATIA V5, SmarTeam

Converting CATIA V4 models into CATIA V5 models for the Boeing 787 CACTS and NGS project. Then creating detail drawings from new models utilizing CATIA V5 system while using GD&T standards. Also used SmarTeam for document control and validation of new drawings and documents.

** GKN AEROSPACE SERVICES, Nashville, TN.

Structural Engineer/Checker – February 2005 to November 2005 Computer System Used: CATIA V5

Primary Structural Composite Design on the J-UCAS project. Design of new wing per customer’s specifications. Also made changes per customer request and created complete drawings for new wing and modifications. Secondary duties included checking of drawings per ASME Y14.00 and GD&T standards.

** LOCKHEED MARTIN, Greenville, SC.

Designer/Detailer – September 2004 to February 2005 Computer System Used: CATIA V5

Primary Structural Design for installation of Antenna and Antenna Areas. Detailing Primary and Secondary

Structural systems using CATIA V5 to create finished drawings. Design and Installation of Interiosr for Military Aircraft use. Utilizing ASME Y14.100 and GD&T standards.

** EATON CORPORATION, Toccoa, GA.

Detail Designer – July 2004 to September 2004 Computer System Used: CATIA V5, SmarTeam

Converting CATIA V4 models into CATIA V5 models. Then creating detail drawings from new models utilizing

CATIA V5 system while using GD&T standards. Also used SmarTeam for document control and validation of new drawings and documents.

** LOCKHEED MARTIN, Greenville, SC.

Checker – December 2003 to July 2004 Computer System Used: CATIA V5

Responsible for checking Engineering drawings utilizing ASME Y14.5 and GD&T standards for production release. Other responsibilities include fit, form, and function check on aircraft structure, mechanical systems, as well as model checking using CATIA V5.

** LOCKHEED MARTIN, Orlando, FL.

Designer – July 2003 to November 2003 Computer System Used: Promis E

Capturing and converting point-to-point data spread sheet files to Promis E schematic software.

Design and layout of system wiring diagram from excel point-to-point data sheets. Mapping of the consolidated

Automated support system (CASS) test program set (TPS). Oversee the development of test program set, integrated

hardware, and software kits which the U.S. Navy uses for the checkout diagnostics of test aircraft avionic systems.

ARRIS INTERNATIONAL, Atlanta, GA. (Name Changed from ANTEC)

Supervisor, Engineering Manager - June 1999 to July 2003

Computer Systems Used: Pro/E, Pro/Intralink, Agile

Working with Change Analyst, Component Engineers, and Drafters to ensure that customer products are

Documented so that production can configure, Identify, and maintain various designs as efficiently as

possible. Maintaining design Documentation for Engineering, Quality, Purchasing, Inventory, and Customer

Service needs. Responsible for Drawing /Design maintenance (ECN Incorporation) activity in our region. Assign

Drafters work assignments and coordination of training. Perform Checking for Drafting and Design Engineering

groups. Implementation of Pro/Intralink. Provide system and data integrity support through Agile PDM system.

Worked with Engineering to detail drawings, make changes to drawings per ECNs, create BOMs, create and

revise assembly and specification drawings, support sales department with existing products. Other duties included

Implementation of Life Cycle Management, working on mechanical drawings and new product development.

**GULFSTREAM, Savannah, GA.

Designer / Checker - September 1998 to June 1999

Computer Systems Used: CATIA, CadCam, CCD, and APL.

Responsibilities included checking all Completion Center drawings for proper design intent and incorporated

E.C.O. and N.O.R. changes per Engineering Standards. Design of new Interiors, primarily Aircraft Structures, and

incorporate all drawings into Automated Parts Listing System. Other duties performed Tolerance Analysis Studies.

**GETINGE CASTLE, North Charleston, S.C

Mechanical Designer / Checker - April 1998 to September 1998 Computer System Used: Pro/E

Wide range of responsibilities from Development Engineering, Checking, Sheet Metal, Stainless Steel Piping and

Instruments, Machining, Castings, Injection Molding, Electronics Packaging, Extrusions, on new designs of

medical equipment. Other work experience required for this position are checking skills, superior problem solving,

design, Tolerance Analysis and good communication skills.

** JOY MINING CO., Franklin, PA

Electromechanical Design – February 1998 to April 1998. Computer System Used: Pro/E

Responsible for design and drafting of Electro/Mechanical mining equipment. Consisting of explosion proof

enclosures, Electrical Devices, Control Consoles, and Industrial Piping. Other work experience includes

detailing drawings and E.C.O. and N.O.R. changes.

SIEMENS ENERGY & AUTOMATION INC., Alpharetta, Georgia

Designer - June 1997 to February 1998. Computer Systems Used: ADS, Promis-E, and AutoCAD.

Responsible for design, layout and drafting of final production drawings for Electrical and Electronic Distribution

Systems. Consisting of Electrical Components, Schematics, and Mechanical Drawings of Control Panels, Racks,

PLCs and various Electro / Mechanical Components.

**PIPER AIRCRAFT, Vero Beach, Florida

Design Drafter-February 1997 to June 1997. Computer Systems Used: Pro/E, AutoCAD 12.

(Interior and Instrument Design)

Responsibilities included detailing Structural Designs, Mechanical interior parts such as seats and seat tracks and

cockpit instrument layouts.(Comanche, Cub Aircraft)

**CHRYSLER-TECHNOLOGIES (AIRBORNE SYSTEMS), Waco, Texas

Design Drafter-July 1996 to February 1997. Computer System Used: Pro/E.

Drafting of Structural and Mechanical Mods to aircraft utilizing Pro/E. working to MIL specs on military project

for the Navy. Design and install primary, secondary and composite structure. Also design mechanical systems,

control systems, and hydraulic systems.

ALPHA MICRO SYSTEMS, Atlanta, Georgia

Senior Field Service Rep -May 1988 to July 1995.

Initial responsibilities included establishing a profitable service center in Atlanta. Other duties included providing

services to customer and dealer base. Installation of multi-user/multi-tasking system and providing remedial and

preventative maintenance of those systems. Provided support on the following operating systems: SCO & ATT

Unix, PC Dos, Windows, Amos, and Pick. Other duties included acquiring new accounts and servicing a wide

range of peripherals and communication equipment.

EDUCATION

- North Metro Technical College. (1996) - Gwinnett Technical College, Atlanta, Georgia.

Certified on AutoCAD 13, Drafting. AutoCAD 14 Training Program.

1996 GOAL Nominee for Outstanding Performances. - Parametric Technology Corp., Minneapolis, MN

- Hennepin Technical Center. (1981) Pro/Intralink Administer Training Program.

Two Year Certificate, Electronics. - Parametric Technology Corp., Alpharetta, Georgia.

- Montgomery University. (1979) Pro/Engineer Design Training Program.

(BSME) Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering. - Catia V5 Software Training .

Pro/Engineer Software Training Program.

PERSONAL REFERENCES: Personal and business references available upon request.

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