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Lead Mechanical Engineer supporting development and installation of flight and maintenance trainer upgrades for military aircraft platforms.

-Modeled logistics support structure and weapons system usage to forecast repair demands and spare parts quantities for military customer.-Developed automated data entry methods using Sikuli/Python automation software to enable 30% faster completion of obsolescence database updates.

Mechanical design and analysis projects supporting the Fusion Draw Machine flat glass manufacturing platform, including:Communicating technical information through design reviews, technical reports, and online meetings; in-plant troubleshooting, equipment installation, and prototype testing at manufacturing facilities throughout Asia; thermal and structural analysis; Solidworks CAD modeling and simulation; creating engineering drawings. Projects included:-Redesigned slide assembly bearings for higher load capacity, including design analysis, CAD modeling and drafting, vendor fabrication and inspection coordination, offline comparison testing, and online prototype testing in Osaka, Japan.-Modernized large structural weldment drawing packages to clarify design intent using GD&T standards, calculated tolerance stack ups to ensure assembly fit up, and aligned drawing structure with vendor manufacturing process.-Designed 3D-printed aluminum water cooling block for laser position sensor to reduce compressed cooling air usage

-Created AS9102 First Article Inspection plans and documentation using EPDM and Discus software -Developed 3D Scanning inspection and measurement procedures-Analyzed Quality performance metrics and development of corrective actions-Interfaced with DCMA representatives during part acceptance audits/inspections-Owego Machine Shop QA Department Creo SME; developed Creo/EPDM training for QA Inspectors

-Implement reliability improvements for EL-005 Engine used on the Aerosonde Mk4.7 UAS-Define installation procedures and processes for new mechanical designs-Create test plans to prove out new component designs or expand engine operating limits-Provide technical guidance for resolving Discrepant Material Reports on the production line-Develop new components and processes to improve product durability and cost

-Cross-functionally developed new prototype and production aviation engine bills of material-Researched part supersedure for the Aftermarket Sales and Planning groups-Maintained current production engine bills of material across entire 60-plus year old product line-Coordinated design changes and revisions with bargaining unit drafting group-Supported prototype engine accelerated endurance testing

-Collaborated with local casting expert to conceptualize feeder pivot casting for improved strength and manufacturability -Calculated new feeder lift cylinder kinematics using Pro-E CAD software-Optimized new front shrouding to allow common geometry across CNH combine models-Assembled prototype combine feeders in engineering shop-Coordinated prototype feeder installation at Zedelgem, Belgium facility-Supported field testing during Maryland wheat harvest-Gained working knowledge of tractor loader backhoe structures -Revised dump link lift eye position to eliminate warranty claims-Developed grip teeth for backhoe dipper arm per market requests (US Pat No. 8926257)-Designed and proposed box-section 2WD front axle beam for Case India backhoe program-Coordinated FEA, cost analysis, and advanced prototype detailing for box-section axle-Facilitated manufacturing prototype builds for updated backhoe boom design-Created test procedure for understanding rubber stabilizer pad wear

-Managed team of 31 manufacturing employees in the Potato Chip department-Coordinated start-ups, changeovers, and shutdowns of processing and packaging lines-Tracked and delivered vital performance results and information to team members at daily pre- shift meetings-Communicated with various disciplines within the facility, including maintenance, sanitation, shipping, and quality control