Project Design Engineer / Staff Engineer

Jose L Cervantes

**** **** *** **. **********, WA 98270

***********@*****.*** Home 360-***-**** Cell. 509-***-**** Objective:

I seek a challenging position in the engineering department that promotes growth. With over 20 years of aviation engineering experience, I have been an aircraft mechanic, designed various aircraft flight control rods and engine struts and developed tooling for vibration, static, and fatigue testing. My proficiency in manufacturing processes has led to innovative solutions and huge cost reduction. I am skilled in Catia V5 and SolidWorks, with over 150,000 hours of experience, and have managed a lab conducting various testing using MTS hydraulic systems. As a lead designer and staff engineer, I excel in customer interaction, project coordination, and effective management through different design phases, fabrication, and scheduling. I am detail-oriented, organized, and enjoy problem-solving. My strengths include analyzing problems, identifying root causes, and implementing Lean Six Sigma solutions. I effectively manage multiple projects, participate in multi-functional design reviews, and actively contribute to new product development.

Qualifications:

I am a responsible aircraft A&P, design engineer, lab technician, and project engineer with over 20 years of experience. I possess strong analytical and communication skills and am proficient in 3D CAD programs, including SolidWorks and Catia V4/V5. My MTS training spans over 80 hours, with over 15 years of experience in static and fatigue testing for major aircraft manufacturers like Boeing, Embraer, Airbus, Gulfstream and Sikorsky. I am bilingual in English and Spanish, with training in Project Management Essentials, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Foundations, Management Fundamentals, managing small projects, and Earned Value Management. I coordinate engineering tasks efficiently and communicate technical risks and mitigation strategies with upper management, working collaboratively with cross-functional teams and FAA DARs & DERs for compliance. Successfully on time and on budget lead the design and qualification effort for the Airbus A380 structural support system for the entire wing to body fairing delivered to a tier One Airbus supplier. This effort resulted in the creation of over 200 discrete assemblies. Lead the R&D, design and manufacturer efforts for the new 737 max engine struts. Manage the design, manufacturer, and FAA & CAAI certification efforts for the various Gulfstream platforms G280, G550, G600, G800 structural support systems, control rods, engine struts, noise reduction elastomeric rod assemblies. Manage the quoting, design, manufacturer, and qualification efforts for the various Embraer platforms Phenom 300, Legacy 450/500, E170/190 and the KC390 structural support systems delivered direct to Embraer. This effort resulted in the creation of over 100 discrete assemblies. Heavy involved in process improvement, cost reduction, and second source requalification efforts for legacy programs. Education:

Airframe and Powerplant License: E.V.C.C, 2003

Certificate in Aviation Maintenance Technology: 2004 Associate in Technical Arts in Aviation Maintenance Technology: 2005 Will be pursuing: Associate in Arts and Science at E.V.C.C, with plans to transfer to Embry Riddle Aeronautical University for a Bachelor of Science in Professional Aeronautics. Work Experience:

AvtechTyee: Design Engineer/Staff Engineer (01/2004 to 10/2024) Strom Inc.: Aircraft Mechanic (06/2003 to 08/2004) E.V.C.C Aviation Program: Student Work-Study (12/2001 to 05/2003) Skills:

Expertise in 3D CAD design (SolidWorks, Catia V5). MTS hydraulic systems for static and fatigue testing Requirements management & compliance with FAA regulations. Risk management and technical documentation. Community Service:

I have volunteered at the Yakima Air Terminal's emergency exercise, nursing homes, and aviation museums. Honors:

Recognized for academic achievements in high school and college. Member of the National Honor Society and the Hispanic Academic Achievers Program; served as vice president of the Aviation Program at E.V.C.C. References:

Available upon request, including previous colleagues and engineering managers.

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