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Mesa, Arizona, United States

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Cincinnati, Ohio Area

Cincinnati, Ohio Area

Cincinnati, Ohio Area

EEDP is an intensive program for people who have a passion for technology, a drive for technical excellence, and share in GE's core values. The program is designed to accelerate participants' professional development through intense technical training and a variety of business-critical assignments. Edison graduates have the technical and business foundation to proactively and continually make innovative contributions to GE's future.EEDP is a two- to three-year early career program… Show more EEDP is an intensive program for people who have a passion for technology, a drive for technical excellence, and share in GE's core values. The program is designed to accelerate participants' professional development through intense technical training and a variety of business-critical assignments. Edison graduates have the technical and business foundation to proactively and continually make innovative contributions to GE's future.EEDP is a two- to three-year early career program consisting of three or more rotational assignments. Rotational assignments are engineering projects driven by real GE business priorities. The program cultivates technical problem-solving skills via advanced engineering coursework, formal reports and presentations to senior leadership, in addition to valuable work experience. Participants have the opportunity to earn credit towards an M.S. degree in engineering or other real world application technologies. Show less

Cincinnati, Ohio Area

Cincinnati, Ohio Area

• Monitored the LeapX Core2 engine test for compressor airfoils aeromechanic response and consolidated test results to define the final configuration of the Core 3 compressor airfoils • Developed expertise analyzing airfoil redesign impact using Blade EDN, SIESTA, ANSYS & Unigraphics and working with senior engineers to substantiate the configuration. Supported HPCR clearance Detailed Design Review and blade tip grind definition with new airfoil deflection calculations• Executed the… Show more • Monitored the LeapX Core2 engine test for compressor airfoils aeromechanic response and consolidated test results to define the final configuration of the Core 3 compressor airfoils • Developed expertise analyzing airfoil redesign impact using Blade EDN, SIESTA, ANSYS & Unigraphics and working with senior engineers to substantiate the configuration. Supported HPCR clearance Detailed Design Review and blade tip grind definition with new airfoil deflection calculations• Executed the High Pressure Compressor Rotor hardware design program for the LeapX Core3 engine to meet the Target To Fire goal after a schedule pressure of 24 weeks. Completed execution of all models and drawings meeting the >95% on time and first time yield metrics• Lead sourcing strategy of the Core3 HPC Rotor Components and reduced schedule pressure to program redefining the instrumentation work scope with systems and design team• Managed collaboration with hardware suppliers to reduce redesign impact of elimination of rotating instrumentation and maintain hardware manufacturing quality compliance Show less

Cincinnati, Ohio Area

• Lead and executed two technical reviews to support design development of the external configuration in the lube system• Supported documentation process for the system design after the government Stop Work Order was issued• Delivered redesign of the F110 and F101 military engine platforms' fan and front frames for engine anti-icing and lube systems

Indianapolis, Indiana Area

• Developed critical design data to modify aircraft primary structure for the installation of interior and external components• Created designs in compliance with aircraft manufacturer’s guidelines and best practices from Bombardier and Airbus• Collaborated with a cross-functional teams from structural design, mechanical systems, interior configurations, avionics and electrical systems to ensure the delivery of certifiable solutions in support of Interior Modifications STC’s for Large… Show more • Developed critical design data to modify aircraft primary structure for the installation of interior and external components• Created designs in compliance with aircraft manufacturer’s guidelines and best practices from Bombardier and Airbus• Collaborated with a cross-functional teams from structural design, mechanical systems, interior configurations, avionics and electrical systems to ensure the delivery of certifiable solutions in support of Interior Modifications STC’s for Large Transport category Aircraft Show less

Master’S Degree, Mechanical Engineering

Activities and Societies: GE Aviation Edison Engineering Development Program (EEDP)

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Bachelor’S Degree, Mechanical Engineering

Activities and Societies: Phi Kappa Psi Fraternity, Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE)