Program Manager

• Jun 2023 - Present

Sr. Project Manager

• Sep 2022 - Jul 2023

- Managed a multi-company collaborative Biotech/Aviation project. Focused on integrating cross functional teams from diverse backgrounds into a cohesive product development effort. - Align and track several program schedules into a master Smartsheet matrix, to clearly define a dynamically changing critical path. Authored project plans, weekly project status updates, H/W & S/W configuration documents, and failure mode + risk assessment reports. - Supported weekly onsite R&D and product development testing. Results were captured and recorded into documentation that all project teams had access to, as well as a chance to review. - Created a collaborative product design environment by implementing weekly video teleconferencing to share status updates with all program stakeholders. Utilized shared project Drives to ensure clear and timely communication. - Met with SME’s and outside testing facilities for guidance in recognizing the best roadmap to meet our product deadlines. - Provided technical input towards design and manufacturing of system prototype components. Show less

Mechanical Engineer

• Sep 2020 - Nov 2020

- Mechanical design of land & ship-based antenna satellite tracking station systems + components using SolidWorks CAD / Analysis / Simulation software - Conducted multi-sensor Radome thermal analysis testing and presented report results - Mechanical design of land & ship-based antenna satellite tracking station systems + components using SolidWorks CAD / Analysis / Simulation software - Conducted multi-sensor Radome thermal analysis testing and presented report results

Consultant Project Engineer / Manager - Engineering Structures Group

• Jan 2020 - Apr 2020

- Directed engineering changes for major/minor deviations on all NORDAM's Legacy programs. Reviewed and released drawing/design changes with Design Engineering as Change Board member - Analyzed and edited all legacy data/drawings/manuals as Project Engineer's sign-off - Supported supply-chain and vendors in engineering changes on legacy and after-market programs and prepared documentation required to satisfy customer for (FAA/DER) requirements - Researched and analyzed structural engineering tasks for GE, Falcon-2000, Cessna, Hawker and Gulfstream component assemblies - Lead and directed the NORDAM NRD Manufacturing engineering team to overcome a critically stalled Navy F-18 outboard wing repair and machining process. Cost savings were achieved, profit stream was recovered and improved customer relations were realized. Reported ongoing project status and presented to VP Eng. Show less

Program Manager - R&D Engineering

• Apr 2019 - Sep 2019

- Managed project scheduling, scope, cost and engineering team resource allocation, for several AS9100 programs producing highly specialized battery systems - Redefined and Restructured the MS Project plan to more accurately capture dynamic critical path milestones - Initiated and led program status/risk assessment meetings - Presented EVM metrics and status updates across all platforms to VP/Director - Managed project scheduling, scope, cost and engineering team resource allocation, for several AS9100 programs producing highly specialized battery systems - Redefined and Restructured the MS Project plan to more accurately capture dynamic critical path milestones - Initiated and led program status/risk assessment meetings - Presented EVM metrics and status updates across all platforms to VP/Director

Project Engineer Manager

• Nov 2014 - Jul 2018

- Primary engineering and technical liaison for complete lifecycle development of Cirrus SF50 Vision Jet Flight Simulator training program, (2 Level D, FAA certified Full Motion, and 2 Fixed Training Device, flight simulators) - Provided program management and technical engineering support throughout initial concept and development, software/avionics/hardware/systems integration & testing phase, DFMEA/PFMEA analysis and ultimately to operational devices - Authored/Developed comprehensive aircraft data package consisting of: CAD models, systems documentation, avionics interconnects, wiring schematics and Flight Test data - Resolved Procurement, Delivery, Design, Manufacturing, Quality, and Integration challenges, through concentrated communication, extended onsite visits, and creative collaboration - Oversaw and managed the manufacturing and assembly of (4) cockpit shells which included all flight controls, avionics, and interior linings, representative of the production aircraft. Extensively coordinated with Cirrus manufacturing and quality departments to overcome supplier scheduling delays, MRB and expired composites issues, and design changes that were continually being incorporated into the production aircraft. - Maintained and operated the FTD flight simulator onsite at Cirrus, and provided technical support to the FFS full motion simulator in Knoxville, TN. Created Process Flow Diagrams and Decision Charts for simulator operational discrepancies/problems - Instrumental in developing the world’s first full motion Cirrus SF50 Vision Jet flight simulator, Aero Poznan (Poland) Show less

Chief Engineer

• Mar 2011 - Nov 2014

- Responsible for all Part 145 FAA Repair Station engineering support including, CAD design and verification, component BOM’s, repair travelers, analysis, testing, process work instructions, MRB disposition and Quality inspection of repaired component items. - Developed and Authored repair documentation for various transport category aircraft interiors including advanced composites, sheet metal and structural components for galleys, lavatories, dividers, closets, B/C and F/C passenger seats, crew seats and furniture - Reverse engineer damaged parts and components; Create new AutoCAD and Solidworks CAD models - Coordinated with the FAA and various airline part suppliers, vendor management and engineering teams, to develop aircraft interior modification / installation work instructions; Performed hand stress calculations to substantiate the safety and integrity of proposed repairs. - Developed a TSO for passenger LED Life Vest Survivor Locator Light (DO-160) - Designed and authored over 60 comprehensive Repair Instruction documents for B737, 757, 767, A319 and A320 aircraft, which were approved by the airline customer and implemented - Played an integral part in research, evaluation and testing for malfunctioning batteries used in RSS Life Vests. Coordinated with the FAA, battery vendor and customers involved, to reach a resolution. Created a report of Regent’s test results and recommendations. - Revised Repair Station Manual; Represented Regent Engineering during FAA and quality audits, and resolved dozens of errors pertaining to incorrectly linked or dangling P/N’s, inaccurate Work Instructions, incorrect BOMs, CMM’s and other technical documentation. Correction of these errors achieved cost savings Show less

Project Engineer Implementation Specialist

• May 2007 - Aug 2009

- Set the course and direct engineers on all product change proposals, to ensure accurate analyses of design and business decisions, and present those analysis summaries to their respective Product Change Boards (PCB), while maintaining all data and presentation documentation - Collaborated across all organizations to collect information needed to create 10-year cost/benefit analyses and implementation schedules for gas turbine engine design engineering changes - Initiate follow up and track activities on PCB approved implementation plans, interface with associated departments and the Customer Facing B.U. on CM issues as required for adherence to implementation plan milestones; Authored and routed Advanced Engineering Memorandums, and initiated PFMEA analysis to identify Configuration Management & Cost Excellence process improvements and verify compliance - Collaborated daily with purchasing, finance, supply chain, manufacturing, quality and engineering, to implement and manage engineering changes and present those revisions for final approval Show less

Lead Engineering Configuration Manager / Senior Engineer

• May 2000 - Feb 2007

- Managed the engineering design of multiple, government aircraft reconnaissance projects - Chair the Configuration Control Board with responsibility for approval/disposition of all engineering changes/deviations/ waivers; Capture meeting minutes and delegate action items to project teams, noting any impacts to project including, intervention costs and schedule - Track and maintain hardware, software, PFMEA database and firmware configuration changes to 17 Navy reconnaissance pods, deployed worldwide; Provide to customer at weekly telecom - Coordinate quite closely on a daily basis with Quality Engineering to ensure integrity of the Class I documentation package and adherence to Manufacturing processes, as well as overseeing vendor supplied component inspections and verifying compliance - Authored several Configuration/Data Management plans, successfully capturing requirements - Completed 4 Six Sigma projects which resulted in a total Net Operating Profit of $341K; Results were incorporated to optimize Lean/JIT manufacturing processes, identify and mitigate COPQ and create an overall continuous improvement culture throughout the organization - Designed Electro-Mechanical system components for EP-3 reconnaissance aircraft (ANSYS) - Skilled in 3D Stereolithography (Rapid Prototyping) techniques design and process - Design and Documentation of the M60 tank firing control system, using Solid Edge and ProE - Engineering Award for Development of the M60A3 Integrated Fire Control System, RTSC 2002 Show less