Alan John
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Bio
Credentials
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Engineer In Training
The Wyoming State Board of Professional Engineers and Professional Land SurveyorsOct, 2020- Sep, 2024 -
Duolingo German Fluency: Beginner (Estimated)
DuolingoFeb, 2016- Sep, 2024 -
MMA Judge
Association of Boxing ComissionsSep, 2014- Sep, 2024 -
MMA Referee
Association of Boxing ComissionsSep, 2014- Sep, 2024 -
Aircraft Rescue Fire Fighter
Federal Aviation AdministrationJun, 2015- Sep, 2024
Experience
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Answer Engineering Inc.
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United States
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Airlines and Aviation
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1 - 100 Employee
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Aerospace Engineer
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Jun 2020 - Present
• Classical hand calculation analysis of aluminum structures • Finite element analysis of composite structures using FEMAP • Authored portions of Project Specific Certification Plan (PSCP) • Wrote Quality Manual and Work Order Procedure documents to establish Quality System • Reverse engineered airframe • Analysis of multi staged high altitude balloon payload using SolidWorks Motion Analysis to determine rotational dynamics • Updated 3D CAD models and 2D engineering drawings of Thermal Protection System (TPS) to address requirements from aerodynamics group • Preformed testing on full scale parts and mechanisms • Designed composite and metallic parts for satellite launch vehicle • Surface modeling of complex composite parts • Tolerance analysis on tooling and structures • Created 2D and 3D drawings for parts and assemblies for quoting and fabrication utilizing both SolidWorks and Catia • Redesign of critical components to alleviate low margins based • Conceptual design of satellite deployment mechanism Show less
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ALPENGLOW INSTRUMENTS LLC
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United States
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1 - 100 Employee
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Mechanical Engineer Intern
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Oct 2017 - May 2020
* Designs mechanical, optomechanical and electromechanical products through the use of SolidWorks. * Responsible for leading system design reviews, creating mechanical drawings for manufactured parts and producing engineering compliance reports. * Designs, analyzes, builds and tests special-purpose equipment, systems and/or instrumentation for commercial or research purposes. * Participates in multidisciplinary meetings and consolidates information into useful mechanical design specifications. * Evaluates mechanical, optomechanical and electromechanical systems and products by applying engineering theory to solve problems. * Performs static structural analysis and produces stress reports for airborne instrumentation with respect to aerodynamic and inertial loading in various flight conditions. * Designs, assembles and configures engineering prototype models. * Prepares documentation on projects including technical drawings, engineering reports, test procedures, test reports, inventories and expense reports. * Provides engineering information by answering questions and requests. * Prepares cost estimates and budget recommendations for projects, equipment and supplies; may order supplies as directed. * Maintains product and company reputation by complying with government regulations. Show less
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Laramie Regional Airport
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United States
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Non-profit Organization Management
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1 - 100 Employee
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Airport Operations
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Jun 2015 - May 2020
• Certified Airport Rescue Fire Fighter; Certified Aircraft Fueler (Jet-A and 100LL). • Maintaining infrastructure; fueling and relocation of aircraft; maintenance of airfield facilities and equipment; snow removal from over 80 acres of runway and taxiway surfaces. • Inventory management; fabrication using saws, hand and power tools. • Operation of heavy vehicles including ARFF truck, back-hoe, tractor, forklift, and airport snowplows. • Certified Airport Rescue Fire Fighter; Certified Aircraft Fueler (Jet-A and 100LL). • Maintaining infrastructure; fueling and relocation of aircraft; maintenance of airfield facilities and equipment; snow removal from over 80 acres of runway and taxiway surfaces. • Inventory management; fabrication using saws, hand and power tools. • Operation of heavy vehicles including ARFF truck, back-hoe, tractor, forklift, and airport snowplows.
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Mixed Martial Arts Referee
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Sep 2014 - May 2020
• ABC Certified Mixed Martial Arts Referee• Over 100 bouts refereed in 3 states (Wyoming, Nebraska, South Dakota)• Tasked with ensuring the Unified MMA rules set out by the ABC are followed before, during, and after each bout is conducted. • Ensuring fighter safety by pausing or stopping the fight as necessary to assess fouls, medical situations, and cage malfunctions
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MMA Judge
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Nov 2012 - May 2020
• ABC Certified Mixed Martial Arts Referee• Judging bouts based on criteria laid out by by the ABC to determine round and fight winner • Over 100 bouts judged in 2 states (Wyoming and Nebraska)
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Alces Technology
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United States
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Consumer Electronics
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OptoMechanical Engineer
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Jan 2013 - Jan 2015
• Design, fabrication, and assembly of a mix of off the shelf and custom parts for assembly and testing multiple generations of precision optical systems. • Utilizing oscilloscopes/digitizers for data collection. • Worked with a geographically separated team in development of core technologies, meeting deadlines and producing of deliverables. • Troubleshooting optical alignment errors and repairing components and systems.• Working with local and regional machine shops for fabrication of precision custom parts.• Primary hardware engineer in development of a novel, laser and high speed camera based 3D depth capture technology and development of MEMS based H.U.D. demonstration unit for USAF.• Developed procedures and fixtures for alignment of multiple optical systems. Show less
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Intern Engineer
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Nov 2012 - Jan 2013
• Learning the basics of technical drawings, SolidWorks, optical alignment techniques, familiarization with cleanroom practices• Fabrication of parts in house using lathe and mill. • Arithmetic and geometric calculations of design parameters.
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Jackson Hole High School
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United States
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1 - 100 Employee
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Assistant Coach - Throws
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Mar 2013 - May 2013
• Volunteer coach focusing on the discus throw. • Working with youths aged 14-17 in group sizes between 4 and 10. • Working alongside the head coach, providing knowledge from collegiate throwing experience. • Volunteer coach focusing on the discus throw. • Working with youths aged 14-17 in group sizes between 4 and 10. • Working alongside the head coach, providing knowledge from collegiate throwing experience.
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Ace Hardware
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Afghanistan
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Retail
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700 & Above Employee
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Customer Service Representative
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Jun 2004 - Jan 2013
• Worked with directly with customers to provide solutions to a multitude of problems. • Inventory and supply procurement; maintaining order, cleanliness, and organization of floor and excess inventory. • Worked with directly with customers to provide solutions to a multitude of problems. • Inventory and supply procurement; maintaining order, cleanliness, and organization of floor and excess inventory.
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Jackson Land & Cattle
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United States
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Farming
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Ranch Hand/Lawn Care
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May 2008 - Aug 2009
• Lawn care and irrigation specialist for a 2000+ acre ranch located just outside Jackson, WY • duties included maintenance on ranch equipment, animal care and relocation, and other ranch hand and grounds keeping duties. • Lawn care and irrigation specialist for a 2000+ acre ranch located just outside Jackson, WY • duties included maintenance on ranch equipment, animal care and relocation, and other ranch hand and grounds keeping duties.
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Education
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2015 - 2020
University of Wyoming
Bachelor of Science (BS), Mechanical Engineering -
2006 - 2012
University of Wyoming
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Physics Plus -
2002 - 2006
Jackson Hole High School
High School, General Studies
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