James Mize Email & Phone Number

Laurel, Maryland, Us

Space Exploration Sector - Thermal design/analysis of Space Science Instrumentation.

Fort Wayne, In, Us

Melbourne, Florida, Us

Reduced design to production cycle through the use of up front analysis and electronic modelsReduced test time by introducing efficient procedures for product data generationIntroduced new technology to meet performance requirements on space programsLead thermal engineer for weather instruments flown on JPSS, GOES and other government/commercial programs• Provided specifications, design, analysis, procedures, and other technical support for the development of space based weather instruments• Performed thermal analyses for the electronics/sensor systems using conduction and radiation analysis via Thermal Desktop and IceBoard software• Actively worked with customer to deliver product that met requirements and expectations via informal and formal discussions, meetings, and reviews• Managed schedule and budget for tasks lasting from days to years• Supervised and mentored junior thermal analystsLead mechanical engineer for electronics packaging on multiple weather satellites• Designed product, test fixtures, and support equipment using Pro/E• Parametric modeling and drafting for tight tolerance components and assemblies • Dip brazing, EDM, sheet metal and machined parts• Aluminum, Stainless, Beryllium, AlBeMet, Tantalum, Titanium, Delrin, Nylon, and Polyimide materials• Typical tolerances <0.005”• Supported procurement and production of product throughout life cycleMechanical engineer for optics and focal plane array mountings• Packaged optical arrays• Parametric modeling and drafting for tight tolerance components and assemblies • Invar, Alloy 42, Zircon, and other materials• Typical tolerances sub-micronSupport mechanical engineer military communication products• Designed product, test fixtures, and support equipment using parametric modeling• Die casting, sheet metal, machined parts• Aluminum and Stainless materials• Performed detailed tolerance studies for complex assemblies• Designed precise government gages used to verify product

AlFe Systems was a designer/manufacturer of aluminum/ferrous heat-treating equipment and molten metal foundry equipment - no longer in businessAccomplishments• Reduced quoting time by 50% through standardization• Increased quote bid–to–get ratio by implementing better cost control and providing aggressive sales support• Developed and implemented comprehensive project-based Access database tracking program• Completed assigned projects at or under budget and on scheduleResponsibilities/Tasks• Assisted the Operations Manager (formerly the Engineering Manager) in directing the Engineering Department • Served as pro-temp leader of the Engineering team when necessary • Managed multiple projects using “Cradle to Grave” approach• Supervised initial conceptual design, drawings, and calculations for proposals to customers• Supervised project cost estimation, including labor and material estimates for proposal purposes• Supervised writing proposal specifications for sales presentations• Supported Sales department through customer visits and salesman training• Designed and maintained the Engineering database and network using Access

Hotel maintenance

Ward Aluminum Castings is an aluminum green sand and semi-permanent mold foundry Accomplishments• Instrumental in changing company from loss to profit mode with increasing profits for six (6) consecutive months, all while raising the quality of work life for employeesResponsibilities/Tasks• Directed the foundry in all areas of manufacturing• Directed 6 salaried supervisors and 75 non-union employees• Scheduled product and employees• Developed policies, procedures, and routings• Implemented process introductions and improvements• Conducted time studies and performance reviews

Line Cook, Prep Cook, Busboy, property upkeep. Specialized in helping to open new restaurants. Dates do not reflect continuous employment.

Painter - exterior/interior, commercial/residential