Develops hypergolic propulsion system software, requirements, documentation and procedures to service and launch the Orion Multi-Purpose Crew Vehicle.

Lectured on the physical sciences and the nature and behavior of non-metallic materials and processes used in aerospace applications with an emphasis on composites. Instructed students in areas of reinforcing fibers, laminating resins, adhesives, manufacturing, repair, assembly, and inspection techniques.

Strategically planned and executed retirement of hypergolic propulsion and power systems. Directed the daily operations of work teams to decontaminate and disassemble hardware.• Developed innovative processes to remove hazardous equipment.• Implemented new computer based paperless work systems to reduce cost.• Drained and decontaminated systems to remove toxic propellants and high pressure gases.• Removed auxiliary power units and propulsion systems from the Space Shuttles for reuse.• Disassembled valve complexes, panels and lines for safe turnover of processing facilities.

Planned and assigned daily activities of 10 engineers involved with processing and servicing of power units. Evaluated and monitor special projects to provide better on time delivery. Performed duties of the first line manager when absent.• Enhanced testing of hydrazine based auxiliary power units for safe flight.• Activated new fiber optic and programmable control systems to improve infrastructure.• Developed and validated new command control software.• Modified valve module heaters to prevent critical heater system failures.

Planned and coordinated the processing and servicing of hypergolic propulsion systems.• Enhanced flight checkout procedures to reduce serial time.• Improved methods in troubleshooting for quicker resolution of failures.• Trained and developed new engineers.• Created new processes to streamline testing.• Enhanced maintenance activities on ground support equipment and scrubbers.• Pioneered new methods in conducting hazardous operations.

Developed and implemented new hardware configurations and requirements for flight and ground operations. Planned and coordinated the processing and servicing of hypergolic propulsion systems.• Created new processes and tooling to streamline repairs and testing.• Evaluated x-ray, optical, and ultrasonic inspection test data.• Enhanced calibration and maintenance activities on ground support equipment and scrubbers.• Conducted pressure vessel inspections and calculations for qualifying pressure vessels.• Pioneered new methods in conducting hazardous operations.• Acted as a technical interface between NASA and the various shuttle design agencies.