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Led the Engineering Team, managing workload distribution, project timelines, and budgets to ensure alignment with both company and client expectations.Scoped, quoted, and invoiced aerospace projects, ensuring financial accuracy and maximizing profitability.Served as a CASR Part 21.M consultant, providing expertise in aerospace design and certification for structural and avionics modifications across diverse aircraft types.Spearheaded the design and prototyping of complex aerospace components using Onshape CAD and 3D printing, reducing lead times and optimizing design processes.Built and maintained strong client relationships through effective networking, consultations, and technical support for aircraft modifications.Drove operational efficiencies by optimizing internal procedures, policies, and tools to enhance team performance.Trained and mentored junior engineers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment.Contributed to marketing initiatives, increasing the company’s visibility and market presence.

Redesigned the VX series caravan chassis, improving structural integrity, durability, and compliance with industry safety standards.Optimised Vision RV’s suspension swingarm for manufacturing ease, reliability, repairability, and compatibility with upgraded suspension systems.Led the design of custom caravan interior fit-outs, balancing aesthetics, space optimisation, and functionality.Provided hands-on engineering support to the production line, resolving technical issues and improving manufacturing processes for timely project delivery.

Engineered aerospace repairs and modifications, specializing in structural work and avionics equipment installations for a diverse range of aircraft and rotorcraft, from RAAus enthusiast aircraft to Embraer 190 airliners.Led the development of a new galley design for the Embraer 190 fleet, managing all phases of the project including design, certification, production, and installation support, ensuring on-time delivery and compliance with aviation standards.Authored CASR 21.437 approved Engineering Orders, facilitating compliance with regulatory requirements and technical specifications.Conducted first principles structural analysis to validate the safety and integrity of repair and modification designs.Engaged directly with customers, offering technical guidance, consultation, and support to meet their specific requirements and build long-term partnerships.Utilized both 2D (BricsCAD) and 3D (SolidWorks) CAD systems for detailed design and modeling, ensuring precision and efficiency in engineering solutions.Gained experience across a broad spectrum of aircraft types, including rotorcraft, enhancing versatility and adaptability in the aerospace industry.

Assisted in the fit-out of AW139 aircraft for PSBA and Victoria Police Air Wing, ensuring compliance with technical and operational requirements.Utilized the Siemens PLM suite for design and development, creating detailed engineering solutions tailored for rotorcraft fit-outs.Applied first principles structural analysis to validate design integrity and optimize structural components.Developed rapid prototypes and mock-ups to facilitate design validation and accelerate project timelines.Conducted 3D scanning for precise measurements and modeling, improving design accuracy and fit during the development phase.Assisted in obtaining Supplemental Type Certification (JAR Part 29 Rotorcraft), ensuring compliance with industry regulations and safety standards.Engaged in production engineering, including the development of BOMs (Bill of Materials), issuing work orders, and managing inventory, production, and delivery to streamline manufacturing processes.

Managed large-scale condition monitoring programs for QGC’s "Ruby Jo" and "Woleebee Creek" upstream facilities, overseeing routine vibration monitoring and oil sample analysis for FCS and CPP facilities, including ad-hoc requirements as they arose.Led condition monitoring programs for upstream and midstream assets, ensuring consistent performance and data accuracy across QGC, QCLNG, and APLNG facilities.Conducted advanced vibration analysis (VCAT I and II certified) to identify and resolve operational issues within various facilities.Collected and analyzed vibration data, oil samples, and conducted thermography surveys at QGC FCS and CPP facilities to monitor asset health and prevent failures.Acted as the primary customer liaison, providing comprehensive reports, technical support, and solutions tailored to client needs.Executed root cause failure analysis, investigating equipment failures such as fin fans and mineral lube oil pumps, ensuring preventive measures were implemented.Performed environmental noise level assessments for mining sites in Western Australia to comply with regulatory standards.Assisted in developing and submitting condition monitoring program tenders, ensuring competitive and precise proposals.Scoped and issued detailed work proposals, aligning technical services with client requirements.Provided on-site support through a secondment to QGC, contributing to ongoing maintenance and optimization projects.Optimized QGC’s preventative maintenance work orders within the CMMS system Maximo, enhancing efficiency and reducing downtime.Conducted brownfields gas piping reviews via P&IDs, optimizing systems for entry and monitoring through GWMS.Completed a comprehensive review of QGC gas well sites, updating configuration and maintenance data to align with current operational standards and updating GWMS information accordingly.

Gained hands-on experience in design engineering, utilizing Autodesk Inventor for developing and optimizing engineering designs.Led design optimization projects to enhance product performance and efficiency.Developed, reviewed, and implemented Manufacturing Bill of Materials (BOM) to streamline production processes and ensure accuracy.Reviewed and updated Installation, Operation, and Maintenance (IOM) manuals to align with the latest standards and practices.Conducted comprehensive P&ID (Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams) reviews to verify system accuracy and compliance.Investigated, mapped, and documented component development, including fabrication, storage, and record-keeping, to ensure traceability and consistency across the organization.