Experience

Kulicke & Soffa

• Sr. Procurement Engineer

  • Nov 2013 - Present

  As an integral member of the KS Global New Product Development team, I develop and implement effective procurement strategies for both the Fort Washington, PA and Santa Ana, CA equipment development groups. I drive technology reuse initiatives in alignment with Corporate Procurement strategy to achieve program cost targets as well as identification of new supply chain solutions. I build strong, value added relationships with suppliers, internal customers and cross functional departments. •… As an integral member of the KS Global New Product Development team, I develop and implement effective procurement strategies for both the Fort Washington, PA and Santa Ana, CA equipment development groups. I drive technology reuse initiatives in alignment with Corporate Procurement strategy to achieve program cost targets as well as identification of new supply chain solutions. I build strong, value added relationships with suppliers, internal customers and cross functional departments. • Reviewing and negotiating supplier terms and conditions exceptions to mitigate risk • Managing procurement quotes, documents, etc. to support factory requirements • Work with factory staff to analyze lead times, identify critical paths and prioritize demand requirements • Participate in brainstorming meeting to identify solutions available via the technology supply chain • Build strong, value added relationships with suppliers, internal customers and cross functional departments. • Strong understanding and interpretation of Engineering specifications and drawings. Show more Show less



Bioquell Defense Inc (USA)

• Sr. Project Engineer

  • Oct 2012 - Sep 2013

  Responsible for all Defense related product solicitations, engineering design and production.• Interact daily with executives, program managers, government personnel, prime contractors, Bioquell UK team and subcontractors on a variety of government contract applications.• Generate cost models and manpower requirements for new production.• Track and deliver Data Item Deliverables• Manage multiple projects and concurrent activities, meet tight deadlines, handle periods of high… Responsible for all Defense related product solicitations, engineering design and production.• Interact daily with executives, program managers, government personnel, prime contractors, Bioquell UK team and subcontractors on a variety of government contract applications.• Generate cost models and manpower requirements for new production.• Track and deliver Data Item Deliverables• Manage multiple projects and concurrent activities, meet tight deadlines, handle periods of high activity and pressure, and produce clear and accurate results• Address system design for manufacturability, affordability, (military) platform compatibility, and logistics support Show more Show less



LumaSense Technologies

• Senior Engineering Program Manager

  • Dec 2008 - Aug 2012

  Provide program management of the existing and next generation temperature sensing solutions to industrial, energy, and related technology markets. I lead cross-functional teams from technology transfer through full production, market release and/or system integration and installation at customer sites worldwide. Lead individual projects, as well as projects that are part of larger LumaSense systems and initiatives. Interact frequently with Senior Management to provide status and updates… Provide program management of the existing and next generation temperature sensing solutions to industrial, energy, and related technology markets. I lead cross-functional teams from technology transfer through full production, market release and/or system integration and installation at customer sites worldwide. Lead individual projects, as well as projects that are part of larger LumaSense systems and initiatives. Interact frequently with Senior Management to provide status and updates regarding project progress, budget and timelines. • Lead technical cross functional teams to achieve LumaSense program goals, meeting partner and customer needs Show more Show less



InGrid Digital Home Security (LifeShield)

• Sr. Manufacturing Engineer

  • May 2007 - Jul 2008

  Oversaw progression of product lifecycle for operational hardware devices and consumer interface products from concept through development, testing, overseas manufacturing and launch. Performed frequent on site visits to Chinese manufacturers to oversee PCB production and resolve manufacturing issues. Continuously revised manufacturing procedures, injection molding process parameters, and aided in local parts procurement. Solely responsible for all Engineering changes, drawings, BOM’s and… Oversaw progression of product lifecycle for operational hardware devices and consumer interface products from concept through development, testing, overseas manufacturing and launch. Performed frequent on site visits to Chinese manufacturers to oversee PCB production and resolve manufacturing issues. Continuously revised manufacturing procedures, injection molding process parameters, and aided in local parts procurement. Solely responsible for all Engineering changes, drawings, BOM’s and related specifications. Key contact for all regulatory certifications and approvals, including FCC, UL, CSA, Industry Canada, and PTCRB. Oversaw team of Draftsmen who created 3D models and detail drawings for various products.• Brought 8 new products to market on schedule Show more Show less



Boeing Integrated Defense Systems

• Manufacturing Planner

  • Nov 2006 - May 2007

  Provided work instructions to union labor assembly personnel for repair and retrofit of helicopter components. I improved the efficiency of assembly operations by repositioning parts in the assembly line sequence. Wrote rework instructions for non-conforming parts at incoming inspection.



Checkpoint Systems/Sielox

• Sr. Manufacturing Engineer

  • 1997 - 20069 years

  Coordinated all mechanical design, documentation and production for RFID, Library and Access Control products. Production Liaison for Checkpoints products in facilities worldwide. Collaborate with all functional departments to assure best cost, quality and on time delivery of products to specifications and requirements. • Routinely interface with Contract Manufacturer’s to insure that inventory levels are maintained, and that there are no production issues.• Provided Engineering change… Coordinated all mechanical design, documentation and production for RFID, Library and Access Control products. Production Liaison for Checkpoints products in facilities worldwide. Collaborate with all functional departments to assure best cost, quality and on time delivery of products to specifications and requirements. • Routinely interface with Contract Manufacturer’s to insure that inventory levels are maintained, and that there are no production issues.• Provided Engineering change documentation to all of the various vendors and government agencies. Followed through to insure that all changes were incorporated correctly into the end item.• Teamed with Sr. Supply Chain staff to audit and qualify potential vendors worldwide. Show more Show less



BFGoodrich Aerospace Display Systems

• Mechanical Engineer

  • Jan 1987 - Dec 1993

  Project responsibility for designing the electro-mechanical packaging details of LCD display modules to meet customer requirements on commercial and military programs. Requirements included conformance to specific environments of shock, vibration, temperature, humidity and EMI. Interfaced with customers on design specifications, action items, deliverables, and conducted design reviews.



Schaevitz Engineering/Lucas Aerospace

• Project Engineer

  • Feb 1980 - Nov 1987

  Responsible for the mechanical design and packaging of custom inertial devices and sensor mechanisms, to meet military requirements. Developed prototypes based on customer requirements and specifications. Conducted qualification testing to evaluate functional characteristics. Routinely met with customers at their sites to review schedule and deliverables. Reviewed build and Acceptance Test data with Government Source inspectors.