Jonathan Adams, P.E. Email & Phone Number

Columbia, Mo, Us

Columbia, Missouri, United States

Columbia, Missouri Area

Provide engineering and project management support in efforts to obtaining FAA Certification of aircraft systems, components, and major modifications for 14 CFR Part 23 and 25 aircraft. In depth knowledge and assistance in the STC (Supplemental Type Certification), TC (Type Certification), PMA (Parts Manufacturer Approval), Field Approval, and ODA (Organization Designation Authorization) processes. Responsibilities Include Creation and Review of:- Project Specific Certification Plans- Compliance Summary Documents- Functional Hazard Assessment- Analyses - Similarity Analysis - Flammability Assessments - Electrical Loads Analysis - Structural Analysis - Failure Modes Effects Analysis (FMEA) - Engine Accessory Drive Analysis - Refrigerant Exposure Analysis- Modification Instructions- Modification Drawings (type design data)- Airplane Flight Manual Supplements (AFMS)- Instructions for Continued Airworthiness (ICA)- Flight, Ground, and Component Test Planning/Reporting- DO-160 Environmental Test Planning/Witnessing/Reporting- FAA documents and forms - 8100-9 - Statement of Compliance - 8110-3 - Statement of Compliance - 8130-3 - Authorize Release Certificate - 8130-6 - Application for U.S. Airworthiness - 8130-9 - Statement of Conformity - 337 - Major Repair and Alteration- Flight Test Engineer activitiesProjects Include- Support of Rockwell Collins Large Display System installation on Boeing 767-200/300 aircraft- Installation of upgraded climate control system on Piper PA-46-500TP aircraft- Installation of 40 amp alternator system on Piper Cub and Pacer model aircraft- Installation of 90 degree oil filter adapter for multiple Lycoming Engine platforms- Engine replacement on Piper Lance, Lance II, and Saratoga SP model aircraft- Installation of electro thermal propellers onto Beechcraft Queen Air model aircraft- Windshield replacement on Ag aircraft

Grow the communications hardware business through New Product Development and Acquisition(s)

Centralia, Missouri

Product owner for communications hardware through the Civil and Construction Products Business Unit.Develop new hardware products from conception to product launch for the communications and utility industries.-Work closely with customers and field sales to understand product expectations and requirements, and ensure all requirements are met after product launch.-Aid in manufacturing process setup and tooling design for complex projects -Gain experience in patent research and filing while working with patent attorneys to protect I.P.Review customer quotes to aid in forecasting for new products as well as evaluate future opportunitiesWork with sales team and customers to understand market landscape and develop target pricing for new productsGain valuable knowledge in manufacturing processes such as forging, stamping, forming, machining, and welding by working closely with the manufacturing engineers and performing design for manufacturing analysisAssist in product testing, data acquisition, and write test reports to present product test resultsDevelop engineering specifications to ensure product integrity and quality assuranceEvaluate products for cost-saving opportunities through material take out, process improvements, as well as utilizing global sourcing resources.Greatly improved teamwork and communication skills through various group projects and high level presentations

Columbia, Missouri Area

Wrote Engineering 1110 curriculum and instructed 3 labs per week with 22 students eachTaught Pro Engineer and SolidWorks solid modeling software packages

Columbia, Missouri Area

Researched and developed new applications and concepts for rapid manufacturing processes-Integrated SolidWorks design capabilities with FDM and SLS rapid manufacturing processes-Implemented Design Failure Mode Effect Analysis (DFMEA) methods-Optimized Design For Assembly (DFA) of aircraft and robotic system using FDM capabilities-Performed FEA analysis on optimized components and assemblies using ANSYS and ABAQUSDesigned, Modeled & Built UAV and Robotic platforms using FDM manufacturing processes and materials-Emphasized on aircraft design for FDM manufacturing-Optimized aircraft designs for maximum payload and flight efficiency-Constructed and flew multiple autonomous and R/C UAV designs constructed with FDM materials

Greater St. Louis Area

Gained experience in high-speed, automated packaging lines-Learned packaging and automation fundamentals such as required equipment and basic PLC logic Researched and presented multiple packaging cost-saving initiatives to upper management-Evaluated inkjet coders for cost and maintenance improvement opportunities by looking at new more efficient equipment and processes-Worked with automation specialists to improve plastic label application efficiency on glass bottles-Researched various dunnage reducing opportunities and presented pallet elimination concepts-Worked with quality assurance and specialized equipment manufacturers to improve can lid seaming efficiencyCorresponded with multiple outside vendors to coordinate equipment installation and modification-Wrote new equipment test procedures and worked with equipment vendors to install equipment in R&D lab-Tested new equipment in an R&D setting and analyzed performance metricsStrengthened time-management and organization skills by managing multiple projects simultaneously

Master'S Degree, Mechanical Engineering, 3.91

Graduated Summa Cum Laude

Bachelor'S Degree, Mechanical Engineering, 3.09

Emphasis in Aerospace Engineering and a Minor in Mathematics.