Michael Polk
Senior Project Manager at IAC Acoustics- Claim this Profile
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David Witek
I'll never forget the time when, after 16 hours of travel and no sleep, Michael knocked the meeting with an anxious customer out of the park. Having worked with Michael for 5 years at Wittenstein Aerospace & Simulation I can honestly say he was one of the most valuable members of our team. From leading design teams comprised of internal resources and contractors, to supporting the sales process in customer meetings and demos, Michael was adept at contributing at multiple levels. His dedication in getting the job done is unrivaled. As a key member or leader, Michael earns my sincere recommendation.
David Witek
I'll never forget the time when, after 16 hours of travel and no sleep, Michael knocked the meeting with an anxious customer out of the park. Having worked with Michael for 5 years at Wittenstein Aerospace & Simulation I can honestly say he was one of the most valuable members of our team. From leading design teams comprised of internal resources and contractors, to supporting the sales process in customer meetings and demos, Michael was adept at contributing at multiple levels. His dedication in getting the job done is unrivaled. As a key member or leader, Michael earns my sincere recommendation.
David Witek
I'll never forget the time when, after 16 hours of travel and no sleep, Michael knocked the meeting with an anxious customer out of the park. Having worked with Michael for 5 years at Wittenstein Aerospace & Simulation I can honestly say he was one of the most valuable members of our team. From leading design teams comprised of internal resources and contractors, to supporting the sales process in customer meetings and demos, Michael was adept at contributing at multiple levels. His dedication in getting the job done is unrivaled. As a key member or leader, Michael earns my sincere recommendation.
David Witek
I'll never forget the time when, after 16 hours of travel and no sleep, Michael knocked the meeting with an anxious customer out of the park. Having worked with Michael for 5 years at Wittenstein Aerospace & Simulation I can honestly say he was one of the most valuable members of our team. From leading design teams comprised of internal resources and contractors, to supporting the sales process in customer meetings and demos, Michael was adept at contributing at multiple levels. His dedication in getting the job done is unrivaled. As a key member or leader, Michael earns my sincere recommendation.
Experience
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IAC Acoustics
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Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Senior Project Manager
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Oct 2019 - Present
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WITTENSTEIN North America
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United States
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Automation Machinery Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Lead Systems Engineer
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Jan 2009 - Oct 2019
Manage systems design process by writing specifications, preparing materials for customer review, and performing system integration testing. Facilitate development, integration, verification/validation and production activities for WA&S projects and products. Provide sales support through demonstrations, technical presentations, and proposal preparation. Collaborate with customer engineering system support to troubleshoot issues. Manage systems design process by writing specifications, preparing materials for customer review, and performing system integration testing. Facilitate development, integration, verification/validation and production activities for WA&S projects and products. Provide sales support through demonstrations, technical presentations, and proposal preparation. Collaborate with customer engineering system support to troubleshoot issues.
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MRL Industries
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United States
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Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Engineering Program Manager
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Jul 2015 - Sep 2016
Lead and manage new product implementation for various aerospace environments. Developed and maintained customer relationships with Rockwell Collins, General Electric, Honeywell, and Woodward. Maximizing operation, production and efficiencies. Started and implement the an APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning) and KPIs (Key Performance Indicators). Lead all engineering aspects within the company, including quoting, sales, design reviews, process flows, design tooling and fixtures. Lead and manage new product implementation for various aerospace environments. Developed and maintained customer relationships with Rockwell Collins, General Electric, Honeywell, and Woodward. Maximizing operation, production and efficiencies. Started and implement the an APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning) and KPIs (Key Performance Indicators). Lead all engineering aspects within the company, including quoting, sales, design reviews, process flows, design tooling and fixtures.
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Hamilton Sundstrand
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United States
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Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Mechanical Engineer
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Jun 2006 - Jan 2009
Tested large scale systems integration facility for Boeing 787 and “Dreamliner” including the electrical power system and equipment interfacing. Performed development and system level integration testing of all major electrical system components to ensure compliance with FAA standards. Partnered with internal test engineers and client representatives to provide in-flight readiness support, address ongoing development issues and develop troubleshooting strategies; generated reports to assist in error code diagnosis and application upgrade formulation. Developed test requirements and applied testing procedures for software integration, electrical system, and mechanical equipment for aircraft engine start.
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Mechanical Engineer
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Feb 2005 - Jun 2006
Supervised production testing of Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) for the NASA space shuttle Solid Rocket Booster (SRB). Using AutoCAD, overhauled fuel pump, gearbox, gas turbine module and gas generator drawing designs for the APU. Assisted in the design and resting of new and more efficient fuel pumps for the future space shuttle.
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Education
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2010 - 2013
Northern Illinois University
Master of Science, Industrial Management -
2000 - 2004
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
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