Manager Project Management
Resume:
Dick Hess
***** ********* ****** ******, ********, WA 98008-4529
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SENIOR ENGINEERING/PROGRAM MANAGER IN AVIONICS/AEROSPACE
Profile
Possesses an extensive background in aviation program/project management with both small and large companies. Applies broad knowledge of engineering processes and certification requirements to drive new product research and development. Offers exceptional planning, organizational, and prioritization skills along with proven abilities in troubleshooting complex problems and leading teams to implement creative solutions. Communicates easily with all levels of engineers, managers, customers, and regulators.
Avionics Systems (Stability/Control/Navigation/Simulation) Safety Analysis/Architecture Flight Testing/Operations
Policy/Procedure Development Process Improvement Software Verification/Validation Technical Presentations
Highlights
Credited as the primary architect of the Arc to a Fix (RF) leg type for the Airborne Navigation Database, which became an enabling technology for Required Navigation Performance (RNP) flight operations.
Supported Horizon Airlines in successfully securing RNP 0.1 operational approval for the Q400 aircraft.
Spearheaded the complete redesign of Universal Avionics Systems Corporation’s flagship product, resulting in the industry’s first Flight Management System (FMS) to include a Satellite Based Augmentation System (SBAS) and capable of executing a Lateral Precision with Vertical Guidance (LPV) approach.
Was awarded a US patent with two other designers for a method to obtain triple-channel integrity from a dual-channel navigation sensor.
Designed flap track fairings for the 767 that resulted in a 50% reduction in drag over previous designs.
Formed a small startup LLC to develop avionics; acted as COO.
Initiated a letter-writing campaign that resulted in improvements in air pollution management laws and procedures for the state of Washington.
Built and flew an experimental two-seat airplane (Vari-Eze). Wrote an article published in Sport Aviation regarding a project to improve propeller efficiency. Built a sea kayak.
Experience
Universal Avionics Systems Corporation, Redmond, WA
Systems Engineering Manager 2010 to Present
Functions as administrative manager for as many as eight avionics systems engineers; holds responsibility for training and performance reviews as well as providing input related to hiring, firing, and assignments. Drives continuous systems engineering process improvement and conducts technical reviews. Represents the FMS engineering group to the Flight Operations and Certification groups. Currently acting as technical lead for a new program. Previously chaired the Building Safety Committee.
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Dick Hess
16507 Northeast Fourth Street, Bellevue, WA 98008-4529
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Experience
Universal Avionics Systems Corporation, Redmond, WA - Continued
Technical Director/Program Manager, Universal Autopilot 2008 to 2010
Orchestrated the development of an entirely new product capable of use in all flight phases, including Fail-Passive Category 2 Instrument Landing System (ILS) Approach. Prepared a fully functional prototype for flight testing.
Technical Director/Program Manager, Universal UNS-1Xw FMS 2002 to 2008
Handled program planning, scheduling, and technical guidance. Conceptualized safety architecture and technical solutions for a flight-critical system. Supervised 25 engineers. Coordinated with Certification, Flight Test, Manufacturing, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), and vendor representatives to obtain the best product in the least amount of time and at the lowest cost. Provided status reports to corporate management and responded to marketing requests.
Avionics Systems Engineer Prior to 2002
Managed software development projects. Wrote high-level software requirements, verification cases, and certification plans. Conducted bench and flight testing on a variety of turbine aircraft. Served as primary systems engineer for multiple FMS features, including lateral and vertical guidance and steering; VHF radio navigation, integration, and pilot interface; area navigation using a microwave landing system; GPS Landing System (GLS); helicopter decelerating approaches using GLS; and complex (curved) approaches.
Early experience with Boeing included assignments involving automatic flight controls development and certification, research, experimental flight testing, and transonic aerodynamics.
Credentials
Iowa State University: Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering
Continuing Studies: Computational Aerodynamics Methods; Modern and Optimal Control Theory; Leadership; Project Management; Structured Methodologies; Unified Modeling Language (UML); various computer applications
Commercial Pilot License (CPL): Instrument and Multi-Engine Ratings (1,000+ hours logged)
Current Member – Radio Technical Commission for Aeronautics (RTCA) Special Committee (SC) 227 for RNP
Past Secretary – RTCA SC-220 for autopilots; Subgroup Co-Chair for Part 23 aircraft; lauded for Significant Contributions
Past Member – RTCA SC-171 (Area Navigation Using Microwave Landing System); RTCA-159 (Global Navigation Satellite Systems); SC-193 (Terrain Avoidance and Warning Systems); Aeronautical Radio, Incorporated (ARINC) 743 (Global Navigation Satellite Systems); ARINC 424 (Airborne Navigation Database); American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (presented on airplane design and operation)
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