· Extensive engineering experience working with NASA, Air Force, and Navy projects· Familiar with MIL, ASTM, AMS, and NASA specifications· Acted as M&P lead for NASA Ares I ­ Launch Abort Motor. Responsible for M&P Plan (conforming to NASA-STD-6016) for all materials used on this solid fuel rocket motor.· Assisted in development of commercial off the shelf materials that could lower the cost of some rocket motor components up to 50-75%· Technical expert with epoxy and phenolic composite materials used to fabricate rocket motor cases and nozzle structures.· Worked closely with manufacturing to ensure manufacturing processes are appropriate for material type and in synergy with manufacturing environment.· Assisted with problem resolution working with vendors or manufacturing with regard to non-conformance to specification requirements.· Created test plans and documented results through oral or written presentations and reports· Prepared planning and sketches required for fabrication of subscale test articles.· Worked small projects with responsibility for schedule, cost and performance.· Trained in LEAN manufacturing methodologies, technical writing and statistical process control.· Established cost efficient method to archive department test reports (archive and make available on-line)· Process owner for procedures on how to operate hydraulic presses, autoclaves, abrasive water jet and nozzle tape wrapper equipment.· Performed supervisory responsibilities as acting supervisor/manager as required.· Very comfortable with computer technology both with hardware and software.

Lab technician Department of Nutrition and Food Science. Analyze food products for nutritional content.