Manage day to day activities for multiple R&D and Engineering Labs in a fusion power development/startup environment. Forecast and plan for future lab activities and expansions. Forecast and set annual budget for multiple labs. Work with SMEs, vendors, and contractors to install/upgrade lab infrastructure such as plumbing for ultrasonic cleaners, radiation shielding, laser barriers, HVAC systems, and electrical for experiment and equipment needs. Work with stakeholders and SMEs to develop conceptual floor plan for the layout of a new 75,000 square foot lab. Created, implemented, and enforced safety policies and procedures such as high voltage safety, ionizing radiation safety, hazardous waste management, lockout tagout, emergency response plan. Inventory, monitor, and maintain lab consumables. Created and implemented company-wide knowledge management scheme for internally created documentation. Implemented equipment calibration tracking program and set up annual equipment calibration contract. Develop and manage technician team.

Schedule, setup, and run DO-160 and MIL-STD tests on pre-production aerospace modules. Verify documentation, track test equipment and data, assemble modules, coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure positive project movement. Clearly communicate issues and test results with relevant parties. Ensure lab safety and cleanliness standards are maintained.

Used Python and PyQt5 to develop device controller and user interface software for new intra-vascular ultrasound device. Working with Professor Coskun Tekes.

Organize and lead a team of engineering technicians and seasonal interns to meet overall Engineering R&D/Test Lab goals. Identify and meet lab equipment requirements through collaboration with facilities, contractors, and vendors. Utilize LabVIEW and Python to develop automated test procedures and product functional testers. Convert project specifications into functional test plans with the coordination of project management and engineering. Work with purchasing department to create and expedite purchase requests. Coordinate annual T&M equipment calibration activities. • Led team to plan and execute Engineering Lab relocation, including planning ESD precautions, equipment placement, power layout, pneumatic drop locations, etc.• Developed lab management software using Mendix to assist internal customers in submitting and tracking lab test requests, purchase requests, equipment inventory and calibration status, and technician availability. • Used LabVIEW to transform DUT thermal testing, reduce technician physical labor.• Met and exceeded testing and production deadlines by monitoring and adhering to PLM processes from prototype to production. • Created and sustained a safe work environment through safety plan creation, safety equipment tracking, SDS file management and first aid certifications management. • Reduced time and costs of product field troubleshooting by designing and patenting (Patent US20210278453A1) low-cost device. • Manage and track visitor badges for controlled lab access along with overseeing lab access rights for employees.• Maintain first aid/AED/CRP/fire safety certifications for all lab employees.

Perform design verification testing and reliability testing in R&D lab for NPI. Utilize LabVIEW and Python to develop automated test procedures and product functional testers. Convert project specifications into functional test plans with the coordination of project management and engineering.

Performed design verification and reliability testing of products such as electronic circuit breakers, Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE), and energy monitoring systems. Conducted testing of electro/mechanical components and specific firmware functions. Created test plans and reports for both internal and external clients.

Performed design verification and reliability testing of products such as electronic circuit breakers, Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE), and energy monitoring systems. Conducted testing of electro/mechanical components and specific firmware functions. Created test plans and reports for both internal and external clients.

Performed design verification and reliability testing of products such as electronic circuit breakers, Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE), and energy monitoring systems. Successfully conducted testing of electro/mechanical components and specific firmware functions. Created test reports for both internal and external clients. • Led and ensured the comprehensive automation of EVSE prototype builds testing as well as enhanced test accuracy and repeatability by 25% through LabVIEW.

Delivered expert-level leadership and guidance to a team of engineering technicians, equipping them with a practical understanding of the relevant engineering concepts. Played a key role in creating and updating technical documentation for system upgrades and setups. Managed significant challenges associated with the electrical assembly, integration, and calibration of NDT/CBCT x ray equipment. Provided consultative support on layout and design of electrical control panels. • Enhanced customers skills and expertise on system upgrade, maintenance, and repair by leading and conducting training program.

Electrical assembly and integration of NDT/CBCT x ray equipment. • Decreased the time from sale to delivery of SARRP x ray system from three months to four weeks by directing and standardizing assembly process.

Manage a team of service technicians to ensure seamless working operations. Maintained and optimized stage equipment operation, repairs, and preventative maintenance, including compressor operation, lighting and sound, pneumatics, mac valves, cylinders, boards, and stage show cosmetics.• Repairing and/or replacing defective electronic components and conducting timely scheduled and unscheduled inspections.• Ensured optimal level of stock by maintaining an inventory of electronic and mechanical parts as well as tools while delivering operations within assigned monthly projected budgets.