Vince Barber

586-***-****

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Aerospace Tool Design - Project Lead - Sr. Manufacturing Engineer with a proven track record of leading-edge solutions to unique challenges. Creative tooling and processes are conceptualized for improved plant operations, quality, production and operator safety using LEAN methodology. I am seeking an opportunity that allows me use my extensive experience and technical knowledge in a strategic role for problem resolution and improved processes.

Career History

Jul 2021 - Jan 2023

Tool Designer Contract to Defense Contractor

Using NX Cad software and Team Center, I designed ManufacturingTooling & Shop Equipment. For several of these projects I was the Tooling Engineer of record. I gained experience in both rocket and missile programs. ITAR regulated facility.

Jul 2018 - May 2020, Covid related workforce reduction

Advanced Manufacturing Engineer Contract to Blue Bird Engineering, Macon, Georgia

Provided New Front Structure Fixture Designs for the plant bus assembly Line.

Provided Conceptual Product Designs for Body Panels, and Support Structures.

Project Lead Designer for several Plant Production and Process Improvement projects.

Mentored engineers in Die Design, Mold Design, and material selections.

Team member of several cost savings and Quality improvement Initiatives.

Team member of the buy-off team for new tooling equipment and robotic system integration.

I performed offsite supplier evaluations for tool fixture designs. I coordinated my projects with plant Mgt./Quality for process changes and quality improvements. My personal completed projects will result in cost savings of $1.4 mil per year, recurring each year going forward.

Mar 2017 to May 2018

Aerospace Tool Design Engineer Legacy Ind., Michigan

ITAR Design and Build Supplier. Using Catia V5/V6 I have worked on programs for Boeing 787, 777x, and Honda Jet wing tooling. I have considerable experience with composite tools. For some programs, I was the design lead. I communicated directly with customer engineering groups providing technical support for problem resolutions. I designed Plant Equipment for large and small assemblies. I designed 3D printed tools for plant operations.

Experience:

May 2016 to Jan 2017

Mechanical Engineer Contract to Valiant TMS Aerospace Group, Michigan

ITAR Design and Build Supplier. I primarily worked on Boeing programs in the aerospace mechanical group. Job duties included 3D modeling, drafting, and conceptual tool design using CATIA V5/V6 software.

Experience:

June 2013 to Apr 2016

Aerospace Tool Design Engineer Advanced Integrated Technology Solutions, Michigan

ITAR Design and Build Supplier. As an Aerospace tooling design engineer using Catia V5, I have worked on projects for Boeing, Triumph, GKN, Bell 525 Relentless program, Cirrus, Gulfstream, Boeing CH-47 Rotary Wing tools, and a Sikorsky CH-53K program. I designed Composite tooling, Autoclave tools, Layup tools, Laminate templates, Bond tools, machine fixtures, and hand router fixtures. I used Catia V5 R16 thru R21, and V6 R2013 - V6 R2015.

Nov 2011 to June 2013

Mechanical Designer Comau Aerospace, Michigan

ITAR Design and Build Supplier. Our group was an Integrator for a complete plant set-up for aircraft wing assemblies. I provided conceptual designs, assembly tools, fixtures, and determined process viability. 777 'S' Wall and Galley experience for Design, Plant Work Flow, TAKT Time, and Work Cell Kitting. I met with both customers and suppliers for problem resolution. I was a team member of several internal design groups. I provided conceptual designs for work cells and end of arm tooling for robotic workstations. I used Catia V5 R18 and R19.

June 2007 to June 2011 Odyssey Inc., Michigan

Aerospace Tool Engineer

ITAR Design and Build Supplier. I provided tool designs for several major Aerospace programs including Airbus A350 XWB and Boeing 787. I designed composite lay-up mold tools, CH-53K Flex Beam bond jig, Autoclave tools, paraplast mold tools, CNC machine fixtures, large assembly tools with platforms, drill jigs, trim templates and generated CAD drawings of each tool. I used Catia V5 R16, R17, R18, & R19. I set-up and ran 3 & 5 axis CNC Mills also.

Apr 2005 to Jun 2007 Contract to CRH N/A Warren, Michigan

Prototype Design Lead

I provided prototype tooling using Catia V5 for dies, machine fixtures, weld fixtures, assembly fixtures, and CMM holding fixtures for their seat adjuster product line. I gained experience in product design. I provided solutions to manufacturing groups to reduce process bottlenecks. I also developed in-house processes for Phosphate & Oil, and several tube flaring processes, which were solutions for multi-million dollar assembly problems. I programmed CNC cutterpaths using Catia V5. I designed the metrology lab including the purchase of equipment. I purchased CNC Milling machines and a CNC lathe w/ live C-axis tooling.

Other Proficiencies:

I started my career in the shop and earned my Journeyman Machinist.

I completed a Quality Degree in Metrology and Calibration.

I worked as an Inspector operating both manual & DC drive CMM’s.

I received professional CAD/CAM training for Solution 3000, CIM-LINC, Unigraphics (NX), WorkNC CAD and CAM, Catia V4, and Catia V5. I have used most software programs for a minimum of 3 years, Catia for 12 years in Aerospace industries.

I have design experience for dies, molds, a myriad of fixtures and assembly tools.

I did 6 month a study of Additive Manufacturing processes for an employer. After reading manufacturers training manuals, watching videos and speaking with experts in the field of A.M. as it relates to Aerospace tooling, I ran process comparisons against our current methodology. In the end, it was clear there was a huge potential for A.M. in the future. However, at that time due the extreme cost of materials and the as yet unquantified cost of secondary operations on large scale Aerospace tooling, a case for a viable business model could not be substantiated.

At present, much has changed in A.M.. 3D printer material prices have come down and definition of secondary processes has improved. A.M. is now replacing tooling aids and flight hardware on a regular basis at a cost savings and reduced timing.

Skill Set Overview

• Catia V5/V6 Designer

Aerospace Composite Tooling and Plant Equipment Design

Mechatronics and Mechanical Design

Automotive / Bus Tooling and Process design an improvement

3D Print Part Design

• Journeyman Machinist

Set-up & Operate Manual Milling Machines

Program, Set-up & Operate 3, 4 & 5 Axis CNC Milling Machines

Set-up and Operate Manual and CNC Lathes

Set-up and Operate Manual Surface Grinders

• Die Designer

Automotive Dies for Support Members, A-Pillar, B-Pillar, Deck Lids etc.

Hard Tools for All Outer Skin Panels

• Mold Designer

Aerospace mold tool design for ambient and Autoclave cure processes

Clam Shell molds, Ply Layup/Vac Tools, Vacuum Form molds

Hot Form and Trim Molds for the complete Chrysler 300 Trunk System

• Fixture Designer

CNC Mill Fixtures, CMM Holding Fixures, In-Process Inspection Fixtures, Secondary Op Vac Holding Fixtures for CNC milling and part finishing

Weld Fixtures

Assembly Jigs and Fixtures, OHME Tools, Plant Equipment

Fixtures types: Manual, Pneumatic, and Hydraulic

• Special Machine Design

Several Automation Integrated Work Cells

Robotic Work Cells

• Inspector

Operated Manual and DC Drive CMM’s

Surface Plate and In-Process Inspections

AQC Certified Mechanical Inspector ( not current )

• CAD Software Proficiency

CATIA V5/V6 CAD 29,000 hrs.

CATIA V5 CAM (not current)

NX software

• Leadership

I have been a leader or manager in every area of my work experience.

• Education

Associate of Applied Science Degree Macomb Communtiy College

Major: Metrology and Calibration

Associate of Arts Degree

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