Engineer Vice President
Resume:
Gregory J. Smolinski
Aurora, NY 14052
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EDUCATION
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Aerospace Engineering
. University at Buffalo - The State University of New York, Buffalo,
NY
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Aerospace Engineering
06/1996
. University at Buffalo - The State University of New York, Buffalo,
NY
EMPLOYMENT
Principal Research Scientist 10/2004 -
04/2009
. CUBRC (Calspan-UB Research Center), Buffalo, NY
Principal Aerospace Engineer 08/2003 - 10/2004
. CUBRC/General Dynamics IPT, Buffalo, NY
Project Engineer 01/1999 - 08/2003
. CUBRC/Veridian IPT, Buffalo, NY
Research Support Specialist 06/1997 - 01/1999
. CUBRC, Buffalo, NY
Research Engineer Intern 06/1996 -
06/1997
. CUBRC, Buffalo, NY
EXPERIENCE
Technical Background
. Over 12 years experience in hypersonic research at the CUBRC
Aerothermal/Aero-optic Evaluation Center (AAEC).
> Test the aerothermal properties of missiles, scramjets,
space access transports and re-entry vehicles from Mach 3.5
to Mach 30.
> Design complex mechanical and pneumatic systems for the
operation of the AAEC facility and corresponding test
programs.
> Research, develop and implement new aerothermal diagnostic
techniques as a value-added resource to our customers.
. Technical lead and point of contact for test programs.
> Responsible for defining and executing technical
requirements needed to complete test programs.
> Continuous analyses of test data to ensure technical
objectives of programs are met - recommend and layout
corrective actions as necessary to customers.
> Accountable for the technical merit and quality of
deliverables as it relates to program performance.
. Well versed at relating technical information to scientific
community.
> Author/co-author of 27 technical papers.
> Present technical findings of research programs at major
conferences.
> Analysis and reporting of test programs to customers.
EXPERIENCE (CoNTinued)
Management Background
. Identify and secure funding opportunities within core
competencies.
> Collaborate with division Vice President to assess
feasibility of program opportunities.
> Consult with engineering and accounting staffs to develop
program plans.
> Define schedule, resources and cost estimates.
> Write or assist division Vice President in writing
proposals.
. Execute program plans.
> Point of contact for responding to questions and/or concerns
about any aspect of programs in a expeditious and
professional manner.
> Brief engineering and technical staff on program
requirements and work tasking responsibilities.
> Direct team members and participate in the daily activities
of the program plan.
> Provide a professional work environment that allows team
members to succeed and feel appreciated.
> Provide briefing or status reports to upper management
and/or customers on a regular basis or as needed.
. Evaluate progression of programs until their completion.
> Continuous examination of schedules, resources and costs to
determine potential problems that would put programs at
risk.
> Construct course of action to mitigate potential problems
and relate to upper management for advice and/or approval.
> Relate program plan changes to customer for approval or
negotiations of new terms.
> Accountable for fulfilling contract obligations in terms of
deliverables, schedule/cost overruns and creating or
strengthening positive relations with customers.
Citizenship/Clearance
. U.S. citizen.
. Top Secret security clearance.
Awards/Honors
. 2008 - NASA Group Achievement Award.
. 2007 - Outstanding Paper Award, 45th AIAA Aerospace Sciences
Meeting and Exhibit (AIAA - American Institute of Aeronautics and
Astronautics).
. 2006 - NASA Group Achievement Award.
. 2005 - Admitted to the grade of Senior Member for the AIAA.
. 2003 - Completed Veridian Institute's Introduction to Program
Management Course.
. 1997 - Awarded First Place in AIAA Northeast Regional Graduate
Student Paper Competition.
. 1996 - Inducted into Who's Who Among College and University
Students.
References and list of publications upon request.
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