James Nelson

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Mechanical Engineer, Innovative Problem Solver, Aerospace Design, Manufacturing Efficiency, Design Optimization, Design for Manufacture, Catia, Enovia, PDM, SOLIDWORKS @ MGM Targets - Mike Gibson Manufacturing
James Nelson's Location
Meridian, Idaho, United States, United States
About James Nelson

10,000+ hours CATIA V5 / ENOVIA, 3000+ hours AutoCAD / SolidWorks. Two patents. Proficient in design, production process, machining, and NC programming. I enjoy using innovation and resourcefulness to solve challenging problems.I'm the guy...the guy that accurately gets his work done on timethe guy that's faithfully doing his work not wasting time on the internet and social mediathe guy hard wired with attention to detail from a Naval aviation backgroundthe guy who notes the intricate details and quickly becomes the Subject Matter Expert the other SME's go tothe guy who knows the right questions to ask to solve the problemsthe guy hard wired with strong work ethicthe guy the boss hand selects for for critical projects because he knows he can rely on me to get it done rightthe guy that's getting it done while the others are bull shitting all day

James Nelson's Current Company Details
MGM Targets - Mike Gibson Manufacturing

Mgm Targets - Mike Gibson Manufacturing

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Mechanical Engineer, Innovative Problem Solver, Aerospace Design, Manufacturing Efficiency, Design Optimization, Design for Manufacture, Catia, Enovia, PDM, SOLIDWORKS
James Nelson Work Experience Details
  • Mgm Targets - Mike Gibson Manufacturing
    Senior Design Engineer
    Mgm Targets - Mike Gibson Manufacturing Oct 2021 - Present
    Caldwell, Idaho, Us
    * Support existing and new design of automated remote programmable target systems* Reduce production costs through design improvements and manufacturing methods* Troubleshoot target systems by observation, data collection, and analysis to improve function and reliability* Perform Root Cause Analysis of systematic production and design challenges * Streamline Production and reduce Manufacturing Costs* Assemble and Install automated motorized Turning Target Systems* Work with upstream suppliers to communicate production and delivery issues, expedite, and maintain Just In Time manufacturing* Work with end user up front matching their needs to products, bidding, product training and usage, follow on customer support* Assemble and erect multi level Rappel Towers
  • Mitsubishi Aircraft Corporation
    Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
    Mitsubishi Aircraft Corporation Jan 2018 - May 2020
    Regional Jet Interiors and Payload Design* Created and released Interface Control Models (ICMs) and Source Control Documents (SCDs)* Product Integration, coordinated design requirements between Mitsubishi Nagoya Japan, Mitsubishi Seattle, and Suppliers* Worked with Catia V5/Enovia Surfacing, Solid Modeling, Drawings all day every dayICMs and SCDs for the following commodities: Flight Deck Module Systems/Side Console/Linings/Footwell Linings/Glare Shield, Ceiling Panels, Overhead Duct Interface, Sidewall Panels, Dado Panels, Insulation, Ins Hardware Kit/Spare Parts, Windscreens Fwd/Aft, Lavs 1/4, Cargo Net/Bulkheads Fwd/Aft, Cargo Linings, Door Linings, Overhead Bins/Bin Endcaps, Entryway Linings Fwd/Aft, Seat Track Covers, Pass Door Linings, Entryway Mat, Flight Bag/USB Charger
  • Diehl Aircabin Gmbh
    Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer
    Diehl Aircabin Gmbh May 2016 - Dec 2016
    Nuremberg, Bavaria, De
    Boeing 787 Ceilings, Doors, Doorways * Released Model Based Definition (MBD) detail level part engineering and material selection to include metal and composite brackets, composite layered brackets and supports, rubber acoustic seals* Dimensioned and applied manufacturing tolerances to detail parts per ASME Y14.5-2009* Created and linked detail parts to Interface Control Models (ICMs) and Relational Layout Models (RLMs)* Ensured all parts, assemblies and installations complied with Boeing design standards* Released MBD assembly engineering of door and doorway liners, and supporting child assemblies* Released MBD Installation Requirements Model (IRM) engineering of door and doorway liners* Revised engineering at all levels to support changing manufacturing requirements* Productively worked with local and international engineering team to complete aggressive engineering schedule* Worked with Catia V5/Enovia Surfacing, Solid Modeling, Geometric Dimensioning & Toleranncing (GD&T) Details, Systems, Installations all day every day
  • Boeing
    Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer
    Boeing Oct 2007 - Jan 2015
    Arlington, Va, Us
    Payloads Engineering, 787 Closets * Inventor, Awarded US Utility Patent #9,340,996 for my striker design for The Boeing Co* Invented Closet door striker that was immediately implemented to the entire line of 30 closets to speed production and reduce costs, eliminate rework, and to solve in service door locking issues * Prepared Method of Compliance documents, verified Smoke and Flammability requirements on assemblies and parts, verified MI Numbers and Collectors for all engineering releases and design changes* Prototyped through sketches, graphic presentation software, 3D CAD, and 3D printing* Commodity and Subject Matter Expert (SME) for 787 Closets* Flight Line Support to meet customer delivery* Coordinated meetings twice daily with closet Technical Build Staff to resolve manufacturing issues and work stoppages* Design Closets to the extended Customer Specific Option Selection (eCSOS) to support customer introductions* Active Closet Group Catia V5/Enovia mentor, trainer, and go-to for collaborative group discussions, decisions, processes, and procedures* Active 787 PDM Reconciliation SME, mentor, and trainer for multiple IRC groups* Offload, Monitor, and Check work to Boeing Design Center (BDC) Moscow* Released and supported multiple concurrent closet engineering designs across 4 closet families* Special Assignment - Selected by senior management to be the SME and PDM Team Leader of the IRC Closets Commodity * Managed BDC Engineering and PDM Reconciliation assignments and processes; loading, investigating, training, clearing releases* Coordinate with 787 IRC & BDC Engineering, CMA, ME, Tools & Process SMEs to streamline first pass quality, automating manual tasks within Enovia, Delmia, BOM Reconciliation, and PDM* Co-Authored PDM Reconciliation Engineering Requirements Document * Inventor, 777 “Snap-In” sidewall redesign for Running a Healthy Core Business (RHCB)* Catia V5/Enovia Solid Modeling Details, Systems, Installations all day every day
  • Boeing
    Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer
    Boeing Feb 2005 - Jun 2007
    Arlington, Va, Us
    747-400 BCF PASSENGER TO FREIGHTER MOD * Provided 40 different Upper Deck Electrical Lighting Layout configurations to Long Beach design team * Designed 4U Lav rework and installation module for 747-400 SF (Special Freighter) Upper Deck* Designed Lighted Sign rework and installation modules for 747-400 P2F Upper Deck* Designed Ceiling rework and installation modules and new/reworked ceiling panels* Designed Window Reveal Panel rework and installation modules and new/reworked sidewall panels* Designed Emergency Power Supply and Ceiling/Sidewall Ballast rework modules* Provided Engineering support to Boeing Design Center (BDC) in Moscow Russia for drawing releasesResponsible for 7 commodities, Cradle to Grave Drawing Owner, Responsible for 32 Installation Modules, Computer Account Focal for Group, PDM Module Owner, Group, NBMT, and NSRR PDM Approvers. Worked ladder enclosure decompression issue, floor mounted stow boxes. Provided excellent support to Liaison team in house and abroad to multiple airplane conversion sites, wrote work statements to capture budget and support Manufacturing Engineering. Ensured designs were compliant with FAA, FAR, and other Regulatory Agency Certification and Conformity requirements.
  • Heath Tecna
    Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
    Heath Tecna Jun 2004 - Jan 2005
    * Designed Structural Support Interface to 747-400 aftermarket interiors integration* Worked with IPTs, management, and technical staff to meet or exceed delivery requirements* Provided Design Liaison support to local Mfg. Facility, and instl crew in Australia on full height Partition* Designed 3D Tooling loft model for contoured full height foot well Partition lay-up mould
  • Eclipse Engineering & Design
    Lead Mechanical Design/Prototype Engineer, Inventor
    Eclipse Engineering & Design Dec 2001 - Jun 2004
    * Personally Designed 2 Inventions, Utility Patent# 7,024,812 Granted* Pioneered prototype military/law enforcement precision sighting systems* Headed Manufacturing and Machining Operations, Tooling Design and Manufacture* Headed Patent Research, Documentation, Application and Technical Writing* Setup & streamlined high production rate tooling and programming of CNC VMC, at the machine code rewriting on the flyHands-On position, Womb to Tomb Product design, development, mfg., marketing, trade shows, customer service, the works

James Nelson Education Details

  • University Of Idaho
    University Of Idaho
    Mechanical Engineering (Abet Accredited)

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What company does James Nelson work for?

James Nelson works for Mgm Targets - Mike Gibson Manufacturing

What is James Nelson's role at the current company?

James Nelson's current role is Mechanical Engineer, Innovative Problem Solver, Aerospace Design, Manufacturing Efficiency, Design Optimization, Design for Manufacture, Catia, Enovia, PDM, SOLIDWORKS.

What schools did James Nelson attend?

James Nelson attended University Of Idaho.

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