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-Served as the lead investigator for Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) projects, as well as Internal Research and Development (IRAD) programs - Designed and performed a multitude of tests insure a product meets the standards outlined in MIL-STD-1904B - Conducted design validation using advanced finite element analysis techniques - Applied practical knowledge, client design priorities, and applicable codes and standards to specification of materials, fabrication methods, finishes, tolerance, and operation/maintenance requirements - Hands-On experience designing hardware in a highly constrained system under defined timelines

Oceanside, California, Us

-Cradle to Grave ownership of MagnaFlow's complete product line including ideation and technical development, to successful go-to-market strategies - Led and managed a cross-functional team of engineers to a successful release of over 200 new products within a 12-month period, resulting in increased revenue and brand awareness within the marketplace -Pioneered the development and implementation of the company's first electro-mechanical product-Directed the company's first new product design review committee, overseeing the design and development of innovative products - Led all mechanical studies including structural FEA, Flow Simulation, Thermal Simulation, Heat Transfer, and design of Thermal Management Solutions

Oceanside, California, Us

- Led and managed the design process for private label and international product development - Managed customer, supplier, and development partner technical reporting - Successfully built customer-first articles within tight deadlines - Utilized SolidWorks in the development of large mechanical assemblies and welded structures. - Conducted multiple flow simulation studies to optimize catalytic converter efficiency

Oceanside, California, Us

-Analyzed production capabilities and identified market opportunities to driveorganizational success.-Presented innovative pitches to company owners and stakeholders.-Launched a brand new product series, and coupled it with an all new marketingstrategy, resulting in 7 figures of revenue within the first 12 months.-Created a new supply chain source of precious metals by implementing the firstrebate program for catalytic converters.-Instilled a culture of continuous improvement throughout the organization.-Ensured compliance with industry standards and regulations to maintain qualitystandards and adhere to regulatory requirements.-Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve design issues.-Provided technical support to production and quality control teams to ensuresmooth operations and resolve technical issues

Oceanside, California, Us

Part Consolidation, Process Engineering, and Supply Chain experience gained.

Professional Science Master'S, Solar Energy Engineering & Commercialization

Bachelor'S Of Science, Mechanical Engineering