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OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY• Spearheaded initiatives to optimize deliverables and ensure adherence to programmatic commitments. o Tripled EWI (Electronic Work Instructions) throughput month-over-month. o Successfully removed EWIs from the critical path, reducing bottlenecks. o Coordinated cross-functional teams to support the increased throughput.• Developed a robust lifecycle management process for EWIs. o Minimized non-value-added changes, enhancing overall efficiency. o Scaled processes to support increased production capacity.DEVELOP WORKFORCE• Designed and implemented a comprehensive training curriculum for manufacturing engineers and production planners.• Established a tabletop review process for assembly planning, integrating key stakeholders from Production Operations, Industrial Engineering, and GSC.• Led initiatives for process standardization and templatization, enhancing consistency and efficiency.PROTECT AND EXTEND EXISTING PRODUCTS• Developed a robust infrastructure for BOM (Bill of Materials) audits.• Improved BOM accuracy from 70% to 99.7%.

ORGANIZATIONAL LEADERSHIP• Managed a technical team of 20 engineers across 4 sites, providing strong leadership and direction.• Fostered growth and professional development among staff by:o Managing and tracking individual goals for each contributor.o Enhancing technical proficiency and securing internal certifications.o Developing soft skills and improving communication capabilities.OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCYo Established key performance indicators (KPIs) to quantitatively measure performance over time.o Doubled the efficiency of engineering change incorporation processes.o Drove the team to consistently achieve programmatic milestones and meet internal commitments.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT - SUBSYSTEM MANUFACTURING LEAD• Communicated effectively with main stakeholders to ensure alignment and successful project outcomes.• Developed the framework for manufacturing subsystem Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) in JIRA (EV).• Oversaw and managed project scope, timeline, quality, goals, and deliverables to support business objectives.• Guided, coached, and motivated the team, resulting in increased productivity.• Reduced average engineering package dwell time by 50%.• Decreased backlog by a factor of 15 and increased planning efficiency by 5%.• Led bi-weekly inbox burn-down meetings to maintain progress and address issues promptly.GENERAL MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING• Reviewed Model-Based Engineering (MBE) drawings to ensure manufacturability and cost-efficiency.• Directed end-to-end planning, direction, and coordination of all manufacturing process and equipment changes.• Analyzed manufacturing methods and production processes to ensure efficient project delivery.• Compiled and submitted statistical data to management to forecast future manufacturing requirements.• Collaborated with all levels of the organization to identify and implement process improvements and dependencies.• Acted as a manufacturing engineer liaison to support on-site builds, streamline production plans, and incorporate shop feedback.• Assessed and resolved project/technical issues stemming from engineering deficiencies or non-conformances.• Led initiatives to streamline processes and documentation to benefit manufacturing engineering and downstream stakeholders.• Coordinated with GSC for the procurement of production hardware via the manufacturing bill of materials.• Managed and maintained the production build sequence for entire subsystems.• Supervised technicians, technologists, analysts, administrative staff, and other engineers.• Utilized SAP MRP and Siemens PLM software to control and implement manufacturing changes.

Systems and Testing — Develop and test against simulations and flight hardware o Serve as team lead during remote trip testing ▪ Ensure requirements are satisfied ▪ Trouble shoot and resolve real time non-conformances o Experience troubleshooting complex electrical/mechanical systems o Utilize C++ to write launch and vehicle processing software for Orion and GSE o Develop test code in python ▪ Automate testing and eliminate potential non-conformances ▪ Create system to parse requirements and generate and implement hardware “limits” for operations o Support transition from system design and test phase to a routine operational state • Ground Service Operations — Aid in performing critical operations in a safe and timely manner o Serve as GN2 training team member– Develop realistic vehicle processing scenarios o Interpret intricate schematics and system overview documents o Perform routine maintenance with technicians on high pressure gas GSE o Submit and process sampling requests for commodities (GN2 & O2) o Familiar with cleanroom standards and submitting parts for reconditioning • Project Management — Helped reach V&V milestones for ECLSS software development o Served as project lead for verification of GUIs and code used for vehicle processing ▪ Streamline development process ▪ Use Lean Six Sigma techniques to meet strict deadlines ▪ Create visibility for management to see bottlenecks and potential areas of improvement o Determine, create and track requirements across platforms o Coordinate and present Test Plan to technical review panels o Experience interfacing with government customers on technical and programmatic levels

• Design and Analysis - create product and tool models / designs for marine applications o 3D modeling and 2D flat pattern – from concept to final design o Perform strength calculations on designs o Design products for lean manufacturing  Value stream creation  Producibility and tolerance analysis to manufacture products and support assembly  Evaluated and chose appropriate materials and hardware for product applications• Manufacturing – generate CNC programs using CAM software for part machining o Efficient nesting of products for lean manufacturing o Select machinery and tools to be used for safe and optimum product manufacturing o Manufacture parts on CNC Router and Mill using Mach 3 CNC Control Software o Assist in resolving assembly, machining and manufacturing issues o Analyze finished products to ensure effectiveness and detect any possible defects in design o Demonstrate commitment to continuous process improvement• General o Incorporated “5S methodology” into workplace to increase effectiveness and efficiency o Currently in the patent application process for marine design o Excels in a group dynamic as well as an individual o Planned and coordinated own work as well as produced schedules for assigned tasks

Description: Design and implement a robust flow test fixture for Gas Turbine (1st Stage 501F and 7FA Frames)Design was ultimately selected by PSM energy group and is now implemented in manufacturing• Design and Manufacturing – Engineered an industry ready flow test fixture design o Generated a design and functional prototype for a corporate sponsoro Ensured manufacturability and cost-effectiveness is maintained though design process• Quality Control– Identified and ensured Sponsor’s specifications and needs were met o Identified successful criteria and specifications set by sponsor. o Reviewed engineering drawings and verified needs were meto Identified and eliminated or mitigate potential problems • Generalo Demonstrated strong written and oral communication skillso Managed purchasing as well as project budget

• Perform groundskeeping and building maintenance duties.• Mow lawn either by hand or using a riding lawnmower.• Cut lawn using hand, power or riding mower and trim and edge around walks, flower beds, and walls.• Landscape by planting flowers, grass, shrubs, and bushes.• Apply pesticide to rid grounds of pests such as mosquitos, wasps, ticks, and others.• Apply fertilizer to ground to enhance growth.