Engineer Project

Mihira Ghatuparthi

*****,**** *** **, ***.*-*** Phone(c): 425-***-****

Bothell, WA 98021 *******@*****.***

QUALIFICATION SUMMARY

• Eleven years of structural analysis and Optimization experience using Finite elemental

methods in Aerospace and Automotive structures using HYPERMESH,

PATRAN,NASTRAN, OPTISTRUCT, LS_DYNA, ABAQUS and Classical Hand

Calculations.

• Expertise in solving Non-linear FE analysis.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Strong project and team

management skills.Managed a team of 6 engineers on various projects.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

T HE BOEING COMPANY (Through ALTAIR ENGINEERING) 2006 January ~ 2009 April

Boeing the world's leading aerospace company and the largest manufacturer of commercial

jetliners and military aircraft.

Sr. Project Engineer

• Performed Topology and gauge optimization of 787-9 Main Landing Gear door using

OPTISTRUCT to obtain an efficient metallic door structure which could with stand

ultimate loads. FE results are also validated using classical hand calculation methods.

• Performed FE analysis and optimization of 787-9 Wing-To-Body-Fairing (Section-49)

concept design using OPTISTRUCT to develop a structurally efficient WBF concept and

architecture using 787-8 loads, geometry and FE model.

• Performed mid body stiffness analysis of 787-9 global FEM model. The study involved in

combining Ground and flight global FE models using MPC equations to perform stiffness

and optimization analysis using OPTISTRUCT and NASTRAN.

• Topology and Size optimization of 747-8 Trailing edge Inboard-Outboard flap carriages

using OPTISTRUCT. Optimization is performed for various bogie positions of carriages

on flap track. FE results were validated using classical hand calculation methods.

• Involved in optimization and structural analysis of Roll out stop lock panels of cargo

section of fuselage for 787 using OPTISTRUCT. Roll out stop lock was analyzed for fwd

& aft, outboard & inboard abuse loads. FE results were validated using classical hand

calculation methods.

• Managed and worked with a group of three engineers as a liaison engineer to perform

optimization and structural analysis of cradle of fuselage sections of 43, 44 & 46 for 787

• Managed and worked with a group of three engineers as a liaison engineer to perform

structural analysis and optimization of Aux track panel of wing section of 787-8.

• Managed and worked with a group of six engineers as a liaison engineer to perform

structural analysis and optimization of various components of 787-8 such as PED door

stops, floor panel, PSU rails, and ball panel & flap support.

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Mihira Ghatuparthi

23108,27th Ave SE, Apt.9-208 Phone(c): 425-***-****

Bothell, WA 98021 *******@*****.***

ALTAIR ENGINEERING Inc., Bangalore, India

Altair is one of the leading providers of engineering consulting services, including product

development, process and product information management, virtual prototyping, testing and

training.

T eam leader/Project leader 2004 June ~ 2006 January

Position involved guiding a group of engineers on various automotive, consumer projects and

also working on projects individually

• Managed and involved in FMVSS 225 (requirement for child restraint anchorage) Seat

modeling & analysis using HYPERMESH and LS-DYNA for Johnson controls inc., USA.

• Involved in CENTAURO tumble drier/washing machine and packaging development

support. Non-linear drop analysis and optimization is performed on washing machine

using LS-DYNA and OPTISTRUCT.

• Managed and involved in non-linear drop analysis (vertical, corner, edge drops) of

XEROX printer assembly using LS-DYNA.

• Managed and guided group of 3 engineers to perform non-linear side impact analysis of

XEROX printer assembly using LS-DYNA

• Involved in Tox joint optimization and stich weld optimization of XEROX printer assembly

using OPTISTRUCT

MAHINDRA & MAHINDRA (Through ALTAIR ENGINEERING)

Mahindra & Mahindra is the leading automotive company in India and the largest manufacturer of

commercial vehicles and military vehicles.

Project Engineer/Sr. Project Engineer 2000 February thru 2004 June

Position involved handling FE analysis & correlating with physical tests of a SCORPIO vehicle

program at Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. FE analysis ranged from Linear, Non-linear, Dynamic,

Optimization analysis for various vehicle components including Body, Chassis, Closures &

Engines.

• Performed Durability analysis of 4WD & 2WD chassis using Inertia relief method.

FE model is built using HYPERMESH and analysis is performed using MSC.NASATRAN.

• Performed FE door sag analysis using MSC.NASTRAN for all the doors (Front, Rear and

Tail doors) for the standard loading conditions and studying the structural behavior at the

door hinges and suggesting means to strengthen the hinges.

• Performed Quasi-Static side door intrusion analysis to predict safety of door structures.

FE model of BIW including driver seat is built using HYPERMESH and analysis is

performed using LS-DYNA.

• Performed Torsion bar mounting brackets analysis on 4WD chassis. FE analysis was

done to improve the performance of Torsion bar mounting bracket when subjected to

worst torque and along with durability loads

• Organized and coordinated for optimization of Spare wheel cross member and AC

compressor bracket. Optimization is performed using OPTISTRUCT.

• Performed Engine barrel G-loading study using MSC.NASTRAN. The given assembly of

the engine barrel is subjected for 25G loading in all X, Y, Z as input for Stress analysis.

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Mihira Ghatuparthi

23108,27th Ave SE, Apt.9-208 Phone(c): 425-***-****

Bothell, WA 98021 *******@*****.***

INDIAN INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE, Bangalore, India 1998 October thru 2000 January

Indian Institute of Science is the worlds leading Research Institute in Aerospace, Civil,

Mechanical and Metallurgical Engineering.

Project Engineer

• Involved with the design and fabrication of test facilities (connected with various aspects

of metal working and machining), conducting sophisticated mechanical & metallurgical

testing, specialized heat treatments, analysis of the findings and preparation of technical

reports.

OTHER PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

• Represented the company in front of the customer DAIMLER, Böblingen, GERMANY

• Represented the company in front of the customer MABE, Queretaro, MEXICO

• Completed professional ABAQUS training.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Ramaiah Institute of Technology,

Bangalore, India (September 1998).

• Undergoing Distance -Learning Certificate Program in Aircraft Stress Analysis by Jean-

Cleaude-Flabel. ( Starting from June 2008 )

COMPUTER SKILLS:

CAE Software: NASTRAN, OPTISTRUCT, LS_DYNA, RADIOSS, HYPERMESH,PATRAN,

AUTOCAD, NISA.

Engineering Tools: Mat lab.

Languages: FORTRAN, C

Operating Systems: UNIX, Windows 95/98/2000/NT.

Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, Access and Project

LEGAL STATUS in USA

Employment Authorization Document- Immediate availability and No Visa sponsorship

required.

REFERENCES

Available on request.

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