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Alexandria, Virginia, United States

Sterling, Virginia, United States

- Managed the testing, documentation, and assembly of the Machine Gun Mounted Optics (MMO) prototype for the MK 19 platform, leading to the successful completion of First Article Testing (FAT) and the production of 2000 units.- Utilized Solidworks to create and modify parts and drawings of MMO components, ensuring compliance with industry standards and customer requirements.- Collaborated with production, outside vendors, and stakeholders to prioritize testing and production, improving efficiency by 25%.- Modified and create electrical schematics using AutoCAD.- Implemented ISO 9001 compliant processes through internal audits and quality control inspections, reducing non-conforming parts by 30%.

West Mifflin, Pennsylvania

- Managed the design, operation, maintenance, procurement, and troubleshooting of fluid loop systems to facilitate high-pressure, high-temperature testing, resulting in a 20% increase in test capacity.- Utilized PTC Creo and AFT Fathom to design test fixtures and piping components, ensuring compliance with ASME B31.1 power piping code.- Led a hybrid team using agile and traditional project management methods, achieving a 15% reduction in project completion time.- Conducted annual employee training and documented waste disposal and storage records as Hazardous Waste Coordinator Designator (HWCD), ensuring compliance with federal regulations.New Project – Transient Attenuation Project- Implemented and tested feedback controller to reduce transient on a metal structure.- Performed experiments on the test apparatus and utilized MATLAB & Simulink to analyze data and tune controller with the goal of minimizing transient disturbances.

Greater Pittsburgh Area

- Managed the design and development of the ThreadRite IV medical device, resulting in a 15% performance improvement over standard IV catheters and reduced catheterization time for high-risk patients.- Utilized SolidWorks to design device prototypes, leading to the fabrication of over 20 prototypes and obtaining valuable customer feedback.- Built feedback circuit using Atmel micro-controller (programmed in C) and an operational amplifier leading to a 99% current reduction over the previous iteration.- Utilized python to post-process raw test data, conducted root causes analysis of technical problems, and provided weekly updates to project managers.

Greater Pittsburgh Area

- Developed and patented a novel medical device, “Sensing Cannula,” estimated to save over 3,000 lives per year through precise differentiation between fat and muscle.- Created a modified version of the detection circuit from ThreadRite IV to demonstrate 100% successful detection between fat and muscle in laboratory tests.- Fabricated prototypes that were demonstrated in cadavers at the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) annual conference proving precise differentiation between fat and muscle, bringing awareness of innovation with surgeons.

Bradford, Pennsylvania

- Analyzed weekly data from multiple worksites to evaluate data accuracy, billing accuracy, and overall quality control resulting in $2.4 million in annual savings.- Collaborated with outside vendors and sales teams from three multinational firms to prioritize over 150 projects which saved approximately 20 hours of labor costs per week.- Aided in developing a set of systems and processes to reduce injury risk to employees from workplace hazards as part of the loss prevention team (LPT).- Improved efficiency of Tubing Conveyed Perforating (TCP) by 33% reducing downtime and increasing preparedness.

Roanoke, Virginia Area

- Created CAD drawings of specialty tools using Autodesk Inventor, saving 15 hours of downtime per week and improving operational efficiency.- Served as a design subject matter expert for vendors, ensuring accurate product manufacturing and on-time delivery.- Analyzed daily shop operations to proactively identify opportunities for operational improvements following lean methodology, resulting in a 10% increase in overall efficiency.- Maintained a Microsoft Access database to manage employee safety certifications and ensure compliance with regulations.

Master'S Degree, Mechanical Engineering, 3.73

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Mechanical Engineering