Engineer Mechanical

Profile:

· Proficient in Lean Manufacturing and Six-Sigma methodologies

· Experienced in all areas of composite, mechanical and electrical product design and manufacturing

· Adept at working with multi-disciplinary teams to develop and implement products into production

· Expert in Unigraphics and SolidWorks CAD programs, PDM applications and Microsoft Office Professional applications and Microsoft Project.

Work History:

Mechanical Engineer

July 2007 to June 2010 – Vector Aerospace, Andalusia, AL

Performed mechanical engineering duties to support design projects from minor repairs, modifications or upgrades to fully developed Supplemental Type Certificate projects. Projects included avionics upgrades, glass cockpits, power distribution, and cockpit redesigns. Worked with TH-57, TH-67, Bell 206, UH-1H, EC-135, BK-117, Bell 429 and BO-105. Ensured ITAR compliance of all design data. Implemented SolidWorks and PDM software into the organization. Developed initial programming of engineering change control system. Served as design checker for other mechanical/electrical engineers and designers. Provided technical support to production personnel. Provided engineering support to the development of new project proposals. Worked with commercial and military customers.

Operations/Site-Setup Manager

February 2007 to June 2007 – Advanced Technology Services, Inc. – Peoria, IL

Responsible for new site setup, procedure implementation, and integration of facility management applications. Worked with new sites to begin the continuous improvement program, which included lean manufacturing and six-sigma. Interfaced with customer management on operation issues and worked to provide a swift resolution.

Engineering Process Specialist

June 2001 to January 2007 – Sea Ray Boats, Product Development & Engineering, Merritt Island, FL

Developed and managed a facility wide program to document all design & build processes and to reengineer them for efficiency and continuous improvement. In this position, I also developed and implemented a design control process into the organization. Began work at Sea Ray as CAD Supervisor managing a 28 member team to develop boat models from concept to full production ready designs. Responsible for the design of all hull and decks models for the group. Guided all designs of the structure, cabinetry, furnishings, electrical and mechanical installations. Provided updates to program management teams and technical support to prototype build. Utilized Unigraphics and Team Center PDM for all design functions.

Tool Design Engineer

October 1996 to June 2001- GKN Westland Aerospace Inc., Tallassee, AL Responsibilities included tool designs, quotations, tool planning, modeling of composite parts for various customers and programs, as well as communication with customers on technical issues and tooling issues – Managed the process of tool design from 3D modeling, drafting, design control, electronic data transfer and translation using Unigraphics and related applications – Managed P&L from creation of quotation and assessment of material and production requirements to estimation of labor, material cost, and non-reoccurring engineering hours – Integral part of company receiving ISO 9000 certification in design; including development of procedures, work instructions and forms – Served on change control board, safety committee, estimate and planning group and new account development – Developed tooling for polyurethane, RTM, composites, blow molding, jig and fixture, holding fixtures, and assembly. – Supervised tool repair area with five employees – Developed and managed a quality, tool inspection and refurbishment program – Responsible for the awarding and managing of a million dollar tooling project – In last year, department became only in company to make profit-15% margin. Worked on programs for Sikorsky, UH-60, CH-53 and SH-60/MH-60, GE 90 engine cowlings and acoustic panel assembly.

Education:

Auburn University, Auburn, AL

BS Environmental Science Graduated: 1994

Auburn University, Auburn, AL

Coursework towards a Masters in Engineering 1994-1996

Webster University, Merritt Island, FL

Masters in Business Administration Graduated: 2005

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