- Lead Mechanical engineer for Orb's high endurance ISR UAS platform LASSie- Acted as project manager for an SBIR funded large format additive manufacturing program- Wrote and submitted proposals for DoD SBIR grant opportunities (1 accepted & fully funded, 1 accepted & not-funded)- Fabrication of airworthy parts using 3D printing, CNC machining, composite layups, and traditional shop tools- Improving engineering standards, tooling and processes by adopting industry standards.- Lamina and Laminate Composite Structure Analysis.

- Component and Sub-Assembly design of Unmanned Aircraft Structures.

- Lead design exploration phase to develop a load bearing guidance system for a new height adjustable desk product line. - Developed and utilized a test fixture to determine appropriate materials and bearings to withstand reliability parameters. - Prototyped conceptual models using a combination additive manufacturing, CNC machining, and hand craftsmanship - Performed mathematical analysis of product dynamics using FEA software and pen and paper calculations.

- Engaged with OEMs to review design specifications, tolerances, and durability to improve product’s current and projected life expectancy- Managed Model S and X global repair cost reduction initiative to support reaching company quarterly profit goals - Improved customer satisfaction by coordinating Failure Mode Effects Analysis (FMEA’s), past repair history, and supplier development- Developed communication channels and strategies to accurately document pre-delivery vehicle defects in the Asia-Pacific fleet- Supported the team’s daily use of SQL to quickly collect and analyze global field data to support quality engineering investigations

- Worked cross functionally with engineering teams to continuously implement manufacturing process improvements- Assisted with the redesign of the Model X sun visor to address key quality issues reported by customers and service technicians- Contained product defects through ownership of problem definition, root cause analysis, and post-implementation effectiveness tracking- Reviewed technical documents, performed audits, and monitored KPIs to assess process capability at suppliers and general assembly

Mechanical Engineering internship with a focus on tool control and preventative maintenance -Engaged in hands-on maintenance work, both on and off the manufacturing floor- Developed novel improvements to product quality and manufacturing floor efficiency using 3D printing technology and CAD software- Created, replaced and updated technical documentation for assets and devices using AutoCAD where needed- Implemented preventative maintenance plans for manufacturing floor assets and procedures for management system implementation

- Repaired, maintained, and upgraded critical electronic and mechanical systems for aerostat photography payload- Designed and constructed innovative equipment solutions to ensure mission requirements were met safely, reliably and efficiently- Accomplished tasks under tight cost, weight, and time restraints- Developed and produced 3D printed systems that were integrated for use on all future aerostat flights- Consulted on 3D printing methods and technology and fostered technical literacy within the organization

- Brunered Industries provides 3D printing and CAD design services for hobbyists and commercial entities in the Metro DC and Lansing, Michigan areas

- Assigned to help promote 3D Hub’s service to students on the MSU campus- Creating presentations and other educational material to help educate students about 3D printing and the services offered by 3D Hubs- Holding informal gatherings and discussions for students to learn about the resources available to them

After admission into an online class, I participated in a week-long invitational program at NASA Langley Research Center.-Participated in hands-on design challenges and engineering activities to plan a manned mission to Mars-Responsible for developing and presenting the team’s power system proposal to a panel of NASA engineers and scientists