Power Plant Engineer
Resume:
OBJECTIVE: Seeking a challenging position with advancement opportunities
EXPERIENCE:
BOEING - Seattle, WA and Everett, WA
Test and Evaluation Engineer (Flight Test Engineering Analysis- Systems)
Actively participates in flight testing, development and certification, in a flying FTE capacity on commercial (737, 767, 777, 787) and military platform (KC-46 tanker). The following systems are some of the various testing performed:
oPrimary & Secondary Hydraulic Systems Operation (Hydraulic system performance).
oCargo Handling Systems.
oLighting Systems (Internal & External).
oCabin Pressurization System
oAir Conditioning System (Flow balance, Temp and Velocity surveys, EE Cooling).
oPneumatic Systems (Bleed system performance).
oClimatic Protection Systems (Hot day testing).
oFire and Smoke Protection System (Smoke detection and penetration, Halon).
oInterior Certifications
Tracks the progress of tasks assigned to a specific aircraft and reports completion status.
Reviews results from flight tests. Currently the QuickView focal for FTEA and working on resolving software issues across various test platforms and providing input for improved data review capability for northwest flight test.
Assists Data FTE in data reduction as required.
Prepared flight test plans and reports and reviews certification documents as required.
Written flight test requests, plans and procedures; supports flight and ground testing; reduces and analyzes flight test results and document all aspects of work performed.
Assisted engineers with analysis of engineering designs to define testing requirements.
Experienced in performing Duct airflow uncertainty analysis and calibrations on aircraft air distribution ducts and density calibrations on smoke generators. Able to interpret specifications to develop calibration procedures.
Supported new product development and marketing requests. Worked with DOORs to identify major component of systems engineering, requirements management is the process of capturing and documenting requirements during the various phases (design, analysis, validation, and verification) of project development.
Currently working on multi-functional capabilities such as auto flight and military avionics testing.
2013-2015
Test and Evaluation Engineer (Ground Operations & on- airplane Weights Engineer)
Defined and coordinated production installation deferrals to facilitate Flight Test.
Developed and maintained configuration planning to support the test plan.
Performed and coordinated long range configuration planning for extended layups.
Identified non-production parts required to support remote base operations.
Authorized airplane configuration changes, Flight Test installations (except Instrumentation), production configuration changes and non-routine maintenance activity to assure proper test configuration and test program efficiency. Able to interpret dimensional schematics and systems integration technical data.
Coordinated and authorized activity on the test airplane in excess of normal maintenance while the airplane is not being used for test.
Maintained documentation of all airplane configuration changes to provide test configuration data and to support refurbishment.
Provide primary engineering direction at the airplane on all shifts.
Conducted preflight safety briefings.
Managed in-flight GW and CG to support testing.
Performed on-board Safety focal duties.
Working towards getting Engineering signatory for airplane release to ensure proper configuration for test and continued safe operation.
Coordinated major block point software loads required for reliability and certification testing mostly on 787 airplanes.
2007-2013
Test and Evaluation Engineer (Test Integration)
Supported test services during concept, design, development, certification, delivery, and post delivery phases for 787. My expertise is relied upon by FT ME, Ground Ops, Program engineering and other Test members alike. Collaboration and communication skills have been demonstrated to exceed expectations. Experienced in developing and executing project plans, including coordination across diverse teams. Support the KC-46A tanker program through Stage 4 test planning. Developed Flight configuration Change (FC) training plan as FC subject matter expert (SME) for new test integrators to become familiar with Tanker/ Flight test processes.
Customer feedback suggests a solid worker with a good work ethic. I have already worked through several complex situations with minimal guidance and can be relied on. A self-starter and good team member. Team and others have come to rely upon my dependable expertise to coordinate emergent requirement and work in a demanding fast-paced environment. Organized and flexible in complex environments. Supported TPM office with critical path issues by providing the technical leadership to ensure safe, efficient and cost-effective flight testing. SME of planning and coordination of airplane configuration changes. Capable of researching, analyzing, and compiling basic technical data and experienced with test funding and management processes.
Routinely finish tasks without encumbering others and have excellent follow through. I maintain a positive attitude in a stressful environment. Constantly engage others to follow correct processes. Dedicates time to assignments to meet testing requirements. Applies lessons learned to the improvement of test execution. Trains others as needed.
Have a good understanding of Airplane systems, structures and operations through past aircraft experience and systems training. Understand RAAs within test program. Experienced in knowledge of scheduling, coordination with engineering and lab teams. Strong desire to learn about new design systems and its related technologies.
GOODRICH AVIATION TECHNICAL SERVICES- Everett, WA
2000-2007
Airframe and Power plant mechanic and repair engineer
Responsible for the development and approval of repair data published in SRM, CMM and of one-off repairs to support Airline requests. Provided repair solutions on commercial hardware that are compliant with certified type design and airworthiness (FAA and EASA) requirements.
Hands-on experience with troubleshooting, modifications, sheet metal and composite repair of Boeing 777-200s, both retrofits and post delivery aircraft with United airlines.
Installed, modified and troubleshot while working from blueprints, Britax Genesis10 and 12 first class sleeper seat systems for United airlines.
Extensive structural repair, inspection and heavy maintenance experience on Boeing 737-200,400,700-900 for Alaska airlines.
Proficient in airframe maintenance on Boeing 777, 767, 757, 737,727 and MD-80 aircraft.
Consulting company engineers and working from blueprints, fabricated, modified and installed custom parts for Bombardier Global express BD-700, Learjetâs (STC).
Successfully completed 40 classroom hours of 777, 767, 757, 737,727 and MD-80 aircraft general familiarization courses, 32 classroom hours of structural techniques, 16 classroom hours of publications and 8 classroom hours of blueprint reading. Received an AMT Gold Award certificate of training.
Successfully resolved customer concerns in a manner that ensured return business.
Experienced in reading, interpreting and applying engineering blueprints, schematics, process manuals and technical manuals to install, adjust and repair systems and components. Proficient at accessing drawings from REDARS.
Performed periodic inspections, testing, adjustments, calibrations and servicing activities necessary to assure the proper operation of process instrumentation and control systems on the aircraft.
Performed operational systems tests and fault diagnostics to identify and correct electrical, pneumatic and electric analog and computer system failures.
Skilled in recognizing customer needs and adapting solutions to meet those needs, resulting in enhanced business relationships.
Extensive experience working successfully with and for people of diverse social, economic and cultural backgrounds.
Proficient at paperwork, drawings and parts research. Consistent in following company and FAA regulations while performing maintenance, dependable and reliable. Present skills such as organization, time management, bookkeeping and prioritizing duties, promote safety awareness to work associates.
Experience with inspection and heavy maintenance with Hawaiian airlines, Delta airlines transition aircraft Boeing 767-300, Midwest airlines MD-80 and Southwest airlines Lap modifications on Boeing 737-300,400 and 500.
GARRETT AVIATION - Houston TX
1999-2000
Airframe and power plant mechanic
Team member of the Renaissance twin commander service center:
Overhauled and test ran Garrett TP331 turbo-prop engines.
Replaced entire front spar of the wing including the lower wing skins
Performed preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, diagnostics and emergency repair as well as functional and operational tests on aircraft systems including electrical, electronic, fuel, hydraulic and electromechanical system combinations on Citations, Lear, Falcon and King air aircraft.
EDUCATION:
RICE AVIATION- Houston, TX
1998-1999
Airframe and power plant Certification
Experience includes:
Aircraft electrical and electronic systems, aircraft maintenance and aircraft science and structural repair (Metal and Composite).
Aircraft systems, components, sub-assemblies, atmospheric control and fire protection systems.
Aircraft turbine and reciprocating engines.
Aircraft Inspections and Non-destructive testing certified.
UNIVERSITY OF LEICESTER- Leicester, UK
1994-1997
Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering
Trained in design and drafting techniques using AUTOCAD.
Hand-on experience with CNC machining, lathing and welding techniques as well as sheet metal design.
Advanced fluid mechanics and tribology (Gear, cam and bearing) design.
Energy and advanced control systems, Finite element analysis (FEA) using ABACUS software for design and simulation of critical components such as a nozzles and turbine blades, static, dynamic, and acoustic-structural analysis and crack propagation analysis.
Project engineering design, construction, manufacturing and cost estimate of the analysis of Vortex propulsion and its advantages to science.
Mathematics, modeling and computational methods.
Failure mechanisms of materials, elasticity and plasticity of materials and structures.
Business management and industry practices.
Digital control and Instrumentation methods.
Software engineering basics and programming using C and C++. Also, performed electrical design and electronic circuit board design techniques.
Thermodynamics, heat and fluid flow analysis using FLUENT (CFD) software for calculation of lift and drag coefficients, temperature distributions in machinery, cooling systems and propulsion.
Analysis of mechanisms and vibrations.
Demonstrated success in leading other small engineering projects for research while maintaining high standards for conduct and technical performance, promoting successful project completion.
SKILLS: Software knowledge includes Microsoft Office, Excel, Turbo C and C++, Pascal, MSDOS, Basic, Access, PowerPoint. CATIA Part and assembly Design, ENOVIA.
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