•Manage a team of BOM Analysts responsible for the processing of vehicle feature codes, coordinating assembly group lead times, and generating Bill of Material documents to develop a comprehensive material plan for prototype builds across all R&D programs•Collaborated cross-functionally with Vehicle Engineers, Engineering Program Managers, and Design Responsible Engineers (DREs) within product development programs to achieve milestones and complete tasks essential for successful prototype vehicle builds•Developed a Continuous Improvement database for Build Ops across three R&D sites to effectively identify, track, and implement improvement initiatives and projects•Represented ATC Build Operations on two ISO 9001/2015 third party audits, achieving zero nonconformances

•Manage and lead prototype vehicle builds for diesel, electrical, and autonomous vehicles, ensuring alignment with the R&D Developmental Plan schedule and timely completion of vehicles to support testing and design validation•Develop vehicle build plans and supervise execution by mechanics, serving as a crucial link between Engineering and Build Operations teams. Achieved a 98% on-time hand-off rate for prototype builds•Utilize engineering problem-solving skills to address prototype build issues, recommending design modifications to maintain program timing, build scope, and vehicle quality •Host weekly build update meetings with R&D Engineers, Chief Engineers, and Program Managers to ensure seamless integration between R&D Engineering and Build Operations across all programs •Implemented a Continuous Improvement program within my department, focusing on process improvement and 5S initiatives, resulting in the completion of 12 projects aimed at improving processes, shop organization, and safety•Participated in College Recruiting for Navistar and led company presentations for several student-led organizations in UT and UTSA

•Provided manufacturing engineering floor support to production line by collaborating with operators to address production constraints, reviewing daily production reports, analyzing quality trend data, and communicating issues to production leadership •Spearheaded a project to redesign and manufacture complex production tools, transitioning them to carbon fiber materials, resulting in an average weight reduction of 64%. This initiative significantly enhanced efficiency, improved ergonomics, and lowered the incidence of work-related injuries•Collaborated with operators, tool designers, and outside vendors in the concept, design, procurement, and commissioning of tooling solutions to aid production in reducing Hours Per Unit (HPU), and eliminating Scrap/Repair/Rework (SRR) •Executed Integrated Corrective Action processes to address quality issues, conducting comprehensive process investigations, control builds, and root cause analyses to develop effective corrective action plans•Work closely with the Big Area Additive Manufacturing (BAAM) team in tool design reviews, organizing logistics to support sustainment projects across various sites, and coordinating to support BAAM tooling needed for F35 Center Wing projects •Review Engineering Change Notices to ensure current tooling is not affected by upcoming Engineering changes by analyzing Engineering drawings, tool designs, and CAD models while also submitting Tool Requirement Forms to alter tooling which may conflict with updated engineering

• Analyzed over 400 engineering welding and machining drawings detecting weld Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) within structures of Hydraulic Mining Shovels (HMS) and recommended several cost reduction possibilities • Created Excel database documenting weld NDT and grinding done on structures of all 7 HMS models and developed presentation showing CAD images depicting testing locations • Led project coordinating with suppliers and metrology subject matter experts to create a cost-effective tool to measure the critical local flatness of slew ring surfaces in HMS mainframe and carbody structures• Developed important flatness measurement evaluation criteria and created Pugh Matrix to compare between 9 different tool set-up concepts which resulted in a more efficient tool selection • Supported HMS structures manufacturing efforts for facilities in Europe and South East Asia

• Developed manufacturing and assembly processes in 2 separate projects for up-and-coming 8R Tractor Series while implementing Design For Manufacturing (DFM) principles to increase quality and decrease cost of production• Designed rough drafts and coordinated with tool designers in creating ergonomic tools and fixtures for use in assembly line• Created Graphical Sequence of Events (GSOE) for Tractor sub-assemblies including manufacturing touch points and lift points• Coordinated with fellow engineers and delivered detailed Virtual Builds using CREO View 4.0 to familiarize the team on specific assembly processes and pinpoint design discrepancies• Assigned tooling and torque values to fasteners on sub-assemblies using Excel spreadsheets while implementing DFM principles to reduce part proliferation

• Compiled vehicle inventory lists and was personally responsible for vehicle and equipment worth over $750,000.• Lead squad to verify platoon Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS) to achieve optimum mission capable status.• Prepared specialized training for new soldiers to get them familiarized with new vehicles, equipment, and Technical Manuals (TMs).• Diagnosed, inspected, and repaired hydraulic, suspension, and power train components to increase durability and efficiency, resulting in a 95% reduction in deadlined vehicles within the Battalion’s fleet.

• Repaired and maintained fleet of 12 light-duty trucks and 8 tow trucks, keeping fleet at 100% working order.• Performed tune-ups, troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repairs while keeping maintenance costs down.• Kept accountability of parts, orders, inventory, and contractor services.• Managed drivers and truck usage to optimize fuel and resources.

• Coordinated services with customers and technicians to obtain maximum customer satisfaction.• Organized employee duties and rotations throughout the work day.• Changed oil, performed transmission flushes, and coolant flushes while working on several vehicles simultaneously.• Performed tire rotations, and battery installations keeping the customer wait time as low as possible.