Anacortes, WA *****
home: 360-***-****
cell: 562-***-****
primary mail: ****@**********.***
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Occupation
CAD/PLM Specialist. Mechanical Designer. NC Programmer.
Goals
PLM/CAD Management and deployment. Design or Programming Lead.
Prefer permanent career position.
Bio Abstract
25 years as mechanical designer, manufacturing engineer, software engineer, and
manager of engineering/manufacturing, process/ methods developer. Journeyman
expertise for general computing & myriad software applications; Guru for
Mechanical Design, for Styling/Surface Modeling, for NC Programming.
Guru for NX applications, with extensive experience in UG NX customization and
application extensibility and related software (GRIP and Knowledge Fusion
languages). Knowledgeable across various languages, C, Java, scripts, etc.
Expert for NX advanced surfacing and complex packaging; product system
configurators; product styling for consumer products, wind fairings, airfoils, aero
and marine structures; Mechanisms design / motion analysis, rules based designs,
large assemblies. Top CNC skills Multi-Axis (5+) Continuous Path, right angle
heads, machine interfaces, tooling applications. Top skills drafting, illustration,
imaging (Photoshop, etc). GD&T ANSI 14.5 fluent.
Experience
May 2008-Mar 2009
Northern Marine (NMC)
Direct Employment
Anacortes, WA
Marine Designer
Custom mega-yachts. Structures design, primary and secondary styling for 150'
length cruising yachts. Designed and modeled external and internal structures,
drive trains and mechanical systems, composite tooling, FRP, Resin infusion;
compartment design and packaging. UG NX6, NX5, NX4, AutoCAD 2007.
TeamCenter Administrator, overseeing data migration to TeamCenter from native
CAD and previous PDM systems. Process engineering, training, mentoring. Laid-
off, company is now shut down.
Apr 2007-Apr 2008
Rockwell Collins via ATR International San Jose, CA
Sr. Design Engineer
RC assignment #2, Rockwell Collins Flight Controls, Irvine, CA // Lead Designer for
Airbus A-350 Throttle Control Module. On "loan" to RC Irvine Division from RC San
Jose, to support super-rush design project, as requested by RC Irvine management.
NX4, Matrix-One PDM.
RC assignment #1, Rockwell Collins Display Systems. San Jose, CA // Design of pilot
helmets. "Smart" headgear - fully integrated with JSF aircraft. Produced designs of
components for primary product system, test and qualification units, tooling interface
data, rapid prototypes, design integration of sub-systems and components; all plastics
designed ready-to-mold. PC flex boards, harness routing, strict weight constraints,
styled surfaces, high density packaging against highly contoured external /internal
ballistic composite helmet shells. Full engineering documentation on
components/systems. NX4, NX5 Matrix-One PDM. (364 Day Contractor Policy)
Aug 2006-Mar 2007
Rolls Royce Aircraft Engine/ via Miller Consulting
Indianapolis, IN
Programmer/ Methods Developer. (Rolls-Royce -Liberty Works)
Airfoils for small turbines, super high-speed engine systems. Automation of design/
manufacturing/ casting process, 'Auto-morphing' of airfoil shapes, hot to cold,
Automation of Reverse engineering process with CMM data capture, auto-generated
master models. UG NX2, UG/KF (UG /Knowledge Fusion). Short term project funding.
Aug 2005-Aug 2006
Rockwell Collins Flight/Pilot Controls/ via Volt Services
Irvine, CA
Design Engineer
Lead Designer on Gulfstream G450/G550 Business Jet. System/ module level design
through discrete components. Mechanisms design, gear chain, linkages, tight
packaging / weight specifications. Modules included: Throttle Controls w/ thrust
reverser and auto-pilot interface; Elevator /Flap Controls; Speed Brake; Gust lock. Fly-
By-Wire solutions with 'traditional' mechanical feel. NX4. (364 Day Contractor Policy)
Apr 2004- Apr 2005
Goodrich Aerospace / Hoist & Winch Division/ via Volt Services
Diamond Bar, CA
Design Engineer
Design of components and subs-systems for helicopter rescue hoists (fixed & doorway
deployable.) Design and modeling aerodynamic covers/fairings, harnesses & routing
through moving machinery. Training/ mentoring. DFM reviews, Drafting for assembly
and components. UG NX3, NX2. (365 Day Contractor Policy)
1998-2004
UGSolutions, Inc (Siemens PLM) Cypress, CA
UGS Assignment # 3***: 1999-2004 UGS NX UGS PLM (Siemens)
***Continuous Contract Engagements 1995-2004, UGSolutions Siemens PLM, in
addition to 8 years direct employment with UG Solutions.
KBE/KDA SME Applications Engineer, Product Development
AE for Unigraphics UG NX KDA development unit. Key role for embedding third party
language ("INTENT!") --into UG NX as UG/Knowledge Fusion (as deeply integrated
product module) Coordinator all-points collaborative design, continuous interface to
management, design teams, software engineers; Interpretation of customer/market
requirements, continuous update of product design specifications. Authored/task
managed production of product marketing collateral, all sales presentations, demo kits,
courseware for internal and customer training. Over 2,500 hours hands-on UG V17 -
V19, NX1.
1997-1998
GE Aircraft Engines/ UGSolutions, Evandale, OH
Applications Engineer, GE Supplier Support Center. UGS Assignment # 2***
Attached to GE Product Data Definition Group. On-site and remote support across
North America. Hands-on solution engineering for GEAE suppliers. Lead process
design & deployment of first ever production Master Model concurrency scheme for
production; successful supported WAVE based associativity throughout supplier chain.
Provided 'next' level of support for Multi-axis CNC requirements, Unigraphics UG NX
and Vericut. Mentored suppliers on GE Product Data Definition requirements. Data
translation guru. Provided extensive at-site support for critical path part suppliers for
GE-90 engine systems as identified by GEAE Sourcing and Design/Build Engineering.
1995-1997
UGSolutions, Inc, Cypress, CA
Applications Engineer, CAM Product Development (UGS Assignment # 1***)
AE Unigraphics UG NX CAM Development. Subject matter expert for 'next generation'
CAM software, non-traditional surface machining methods, area clearance methods
over multiple complex surfaces, Design of Object oriented CAM 'source code"
capabilities. Master model rules-based fully automatic CNC programming. Performed
part-cutting tests, using beta CAM CNC software including several transmission dies
for General Motors Grinder-less Die Initiative , requiring fully CNC finished body
stamping dies (no additional hand- finishing )
Note: * 8 years consulting engagements at UGS (1995-2004) are in additional
to 8 previous years at UGS as direct employee during 1978-1988
1994-1995 Cadtrain, Inc, Newport Beach, CA
Courseware Author / Instructor UG
Development of courseware for customized CAD and CAM training classes, based on
Unigraphics UG NX.
1992-1993 Cimtelligence Systems, Inc Lexington, MA
VP Development
Directed development and marketing team for re-start of technology company. CAD
and CAPP (Computer Aided Process Planning) software applications products.
1989-1992 Valisys Corporation, Santa Clara, CA
Project Manager, The Boeing Co.
Directed implementation of Valisys Pilot Program on CATIA V4/ V5 CAD Systems, also
on Unigraphics UG NX systems. Highly successful program deployed to wide scale
production in North American commercial jetliners sites.
1987-1989 Hong Kong CAD/CAM Services , Hong Kong
Manager Engineering - VP Operations
Directed engineering and manufacturing engineering for new-start plastics die facility
(24/7 operations & staff of 230+). Implemented 23+ CNC machines, also EDM and
other systems. Implemented Unigraphics UG NX systems, also AutoCAD. Directed
design and engineering staff, trained 40+ as journeymen specialists: CAD tool
designers, CNC programmers, etc. Implemented rapid turnaround methods. Authored
in-house custom s/w developments for DNC, wire EDM programming systems, basic
CAPP system, others.
1978-1987
** McDonnell Douglas
** Continuous Employment 1978-1987, McDonnell Douglas Corp.
1987-1987
MDIS Australia/ Pacific Melbourne, Australia
General Manager, UGS IS CAD-CAM Business Units
Authored start-up plan, directed highly successful new start business unit. Vaulted
Unigraphics UG NX market share market from 0% to 40+ in two years. Achieved
best profit ratio -- McDonnell Douglas Corporation worldwide.
1985-1987
** McDonnell Douglas Singapore
Program Manager - Pacific Rim
UG CAD/CAM channel development. Set up pre and post sales support, marketing
and service organizations, throughout Pacific Rim. Emphasis Japan, Hong Kong,
Singapore, Australia. Trained Staff for distributors and agents throughout the region.
1982-1985
** McDonnell Douglas St. Louis, MO
Sr. Section Manager - CAD/CAM Technical Sales
Managed Application Engineers and UG's Headquarters Office and Central Region
Engineering-Manufacturing Technical Support/Services Organization (pre and post-
sales support - from Florida to Canada) including several remote office sites
1981-1982
** McDonnell Douglas London, England
Principal Consultant
Principal Consultant - Europe. Relocated to Europe to jump start new technical sales
and support force. Responsible for training 25+ European UG Applications Engineers
as guru level CAD / CAM specialists, pre and post sales. Trained UG courseware
instructors.
1978-1981
** McDonnell Douglas Cypress, CA
Principle Consultant
Provided "next level" technical support to UG's application engineers and software
developers worldwide. Lead "Tiger Teams" for key projects throughout The Americas,
Europe, and Asia. Performing key benchmarks, tool design "benchmarks" and
especially CNC part programming/ part machining benchmarks with prove-outs on
customer CNC tools across North America, Europe, Asia, Recognized as the leading
authority on Unigraphics CAD and CAM. Application Engineer, Sr. Application
Engineer, Consultant, Senior Consultant, Principle Consultant.
1977-1978
MCC Pacific Valves Long Beach, CA
Senior CNC Programmer
Compact II, Uniapt, Split, SAL-11 Assembly language. CNC machine programming
interfaces to shop floor automation devices. (Custom post processors using SAL-11
assembler. Implemented several units' universal (mill/ turn) machining centers and
large VTL's. Authored Family-of-parts programs.
1977-1977 Precision ProductsNorthridge, CA
NC Programmer
APT, UNIAPT, Compact II. 4 & 5 axis Continuous Path axis CNC machine
programming
1976-1977 National Supply Co. Torrance, CA
NC Programmer, APT & Compact II
1975-1976 BJ Hughes Pump, Long Beach, CA
NC Programmer, Compact II and Split
1972-1974 US Army, 101st Airborne Division, Ft. Campbell KY, Paratrooper, Member Artillery Field
Instruction Unit, USMA (West Point, NY), Hon. Discharge
Education
60 + semester units as part time student, 1975-1981, 1986-1989. (Machine Tool
Theory/ Engineering Technology / Economics.) Long term overseas job assignments
with McDonnell Douglas beginning 1981 and 1984.