Engineer for Hire

Michael J. LeBrun

**** *** ***** **., ***** Linda, CA 92887

c. 714-***-**** ******.****@*****.***

Qualified aerospace engineer with solid leadership experience, honed technical craft, and a drive to be on

the cutting edge of technology. Passionate about aerospace vehicles and systems engineering and eager to

apply polytechnic skills to the professional scenery.

Education

California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, Pomona, CA

BS Aerospace Engineering, 2012

Santiago Canyon College, Orange, CA

AA Liberal Arts, AS Physics, 2009

Project Experience

2011-2012 PROJECT MANAGER for AIAA Undergraduate Team Space Transportation

Competition

o Design of Earth-to-Orbit Passenger Vehicle capable of transporting 1000 passengers

per year into orbit between 2025 and 2045

o Maintained EVMS, work breakdown structure, integrated master plan & schedule,

Gantt Chart, estimated cost using Transcost Model, managed risk and opportunities,

group organization, ensured project compliance with RFP

2011-2012 Project “Shaft”: NASA USLI Competition Entry

o Grid Fin Stabilized Rocket

o Tested design concepts through computer modeling (CFD) and wind tunnel validation

of grid fin stability and aerodynamics

2010-2011 Project “Simple Jack”: Actively Stabilized Solid-Fueled Rocket

o Applied basic engineering principles with aerodynamic modeling (CFD), wind tunnel

validation, control system design, test, and validation

Skills

Computer Modeling: CFD (1 year experience with STAR-CCM+, Fluent), SolidWorks (>2

years), Pro-Engineer( <1 year), AutoCAD/Inventor (1 year), FEA (NEI NASTRAN/PATRAN)

Programming and Control Systems: FORTRAN (limited experience), C++, C# (>1 year),

MATLAB/Simulink (2 years), Linux (approx. 1 year)

Hardware Testing and Validation: wind tunnel testing, breadboard testing, oscilloscope and

multimeter testing, general stress testing

General Skills and Project Management: Participatory Management style leadership, polished

application of systems engineering/architecture principles, extensive experience with

Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Publisher, Project

Professional Experience

The Bruery Packaging Team

September 2012 to February 2013, Placentia, CA

- Packaging and Quality Control

- Ensure efficient brewhouse operation using lean manufacturing techniques

Airplus of California Engineering/Design Support

July 2010 to December 2010, Corona, CA

- AutoCAD design of HVAC systems

- Streamlined bid processes for maximum efficiency

Best Buy Geek Squad Autotech and Mobile Electronics Specialist

March 2005 to August 2006; June 2007 to October 2009, Yorba Linda, CA

- Mobile Electronics Certified Professional Installer (2007-2009)

- Mobile Electronics Sales Specialist (2005-2006)

- Provide end-to-end service for customers by assisting with purchasing decisions and then

installing products into their vehicles

- Troubleshoot, bench test, and repair electronic equipment

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