AREAS OF QUALIFICATIONS* Ph.D. in Materials Dynamic Behaviors & Ultrasound, M.S. in Stress and Fracture Analysis* Metallic & Composite Materials and Process specifications and procedures, Corrosion Prevention and Control, Quality Inspection & NDI Technologies, Multi-disciplinary problems solutions provision* Quality Analysis/Management, Lean Six Sigma Applications, and Risk Management* USA CitizenPROFILEA highly motivated engineer with over 20 years experience in the US manufacturing industry, the US aviation industry. Specialize in engineering analysis of system/structural/materials characteristics with deep physical insights. Very strong in understanding of material behaviors including layered composites, viscoelastic materials, adhesives, metals, super conducting ceramics and demagnetizing materials. Have 3 patents and have published 17 technical papers of aviation and nuclear material models, quality analysis and inspection technologies for aviation and nuclear safety and structural fracture/fatigue life assessment.Managed teams and team projects successfully for more than 15 years. Very personable and have worked well with various departments to get work done. Highly technical and highly proficient in current software technologies (worked more than 5 years as a senior IT developer specializing in C#.NET & T-SQL data bases etc).Certified in Lean Six-Sigma and fully dedicated to Customer Satisfaction with high level of Creativity and Organization. Have strong business sense with an MBA degree. Worked as a team player/leader and/or as a highly responsible and reliable independent contributor. Have US citizenship. Fluent in English and (Mandarin and Cantonese) Chinese.Specialties: * NDI, Quality, System Engineering, Automation & robotic systems, C#.NET, database management* Technical and/or Managerial leadership, Project and Resources Management* Multi-disciplinary problems solutions and trouble-shooting, System Integration* Quality Analysis/Management, Lean Six Sigma Applications, and Risk Management
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Mechanical Engineer (Engineer Six)General Atomics (Ga) Aeronautical Systems, Inc. Jan 2013 - Mar 2014Poway, Ca*Developed Repair Procedures for multiple metallic components (made of aluminum alloys, steel alloys, titanium alloys) on all GA Remotely Piloted Aircrafts (RPAs) either strictly or closely based on FAA, FED, DOD, all other US Military Specifications, ASTM, SAE or European Specifications.*Investigated & analyzed RPA Engine Radiators fracture & failure causes.*Investigated & analyzed RPA Composite Wing Spar fracture & failure causes.*Authored twelve Engineering Memorandums resolving… Show more *Developed Repair Procedures for multiple metallic components (made of aluminum alloys, steel alloys, titanium alloys) on all GA Remotely Piloted Aircrafts (RPAs) either strictly or closely based on FAA, FED, DOD, all other US Military Specifications, ASTM, SAE or European Specifications.*Investigated & analyzed RPA Engine Radiators fracture & failure causes.*Investigated & analyzed RPA Composite Wing Spar fracture & failure causes.*Authored twelve Engineering Memorandums resolving design, manufacturing and integration issues of RPAs.*Authored a white paper on Wire Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM) Induced Recast Layer.*Evaluated the Chem Etching of EDM Recast Layer.*Developed Air Force Aircraft Structural Integrity Program (ASIP) Metallic/Composite Corrosion Test Plan and Test Coupons based on FAA, FED, DOD, all other US Military Specifications, ASTM or European Specifications.*Worked with others on the GA Unmanned Carrier Launched Airborne Surveillance and Strike (UCLASS) proposal and preparation project.*Provided Corrosion Prevention and Control technical advice to Design, Manufacturing, and Liaison Engineering.*Collected air-worthiness manufacturing requirements on RPAs from FAA, US Military and European Specifications.*Resolved RPAs wing and tail bushings surface preparation and adhesive issues and reported results in an Engineering Memorandum.*Responded quickly to management question on Anodize color differences and choice.*Resolved both manufacturing and integration issues quickly by using the TipQA process.*Reviewed and provided technical comments on three Manufacturing Process Specifications (MPSs) concerning both composite and metallic materials.*Evaluated the extension of shelf life of one Henkel Hysol adhesive.*Evaluated new material “AlBeMet” and its manufacturer.*Evaluated materials toxicity like Cadmium plated countersunk washer, etc.*Designed a new Materials and Processes Service Request Form. Show less
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Technical ConsultantTechnical Consultant Aug 2011 - Dec 2012Cincinnati, OhDeveloped MS Windows software with the latest MS C#.NET technologies.
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Test Engineer SixAtk Mar 2010 - Jul 2011* Led the ATK Airbus A350 Audit Preparation Team resulted in zero findings of the 2010 Airbus A350 Audit and was given an ATK Achievement Award (A3).* Received another ATK Achievement Award (A3) for my hard work and dedication to the company.* Worked strategically with Airbus A350 auditor and successfully stopped him from constantly changing requirements but then claimed ATK did not comply with what were required.* Designed a robotic inspection system for space and rocket… Show more * Led the ATK Airbus A350 Audit Preparation Team resulted in zero findings of the 2010 Airbus A350 Audit and was given an ATK Achievement Award (A3).* Received another ATK Achievement Award (A3) for my hard work and dedication to the company.* Worked strategically with Airbus A350 auditor and successfully stopped him from constantly changing requirements but then claimed ATK did not comply with what were required.* Designed a robotic inspection system for space and rocket composite materials parts with Staubli robots, Indramat motors/drives, VAL3, and C#.NET software.* Created a timely solution to meet Airbus A350 requirement on data storage and then created an automated long term solution to enhance productivity.* Initiated discussions with ATK stake-holders on the way Airbus A350 data were stored will post problems in the future and suggested using a separated database to resolve the issue.* Created new and simple and direct ways to measure and monitor scissor lift platform rotation and twist for an automated ultrasonic inspection machine for space and rocket composite parts.* Managed equipment suppliers so that they must provide clear user manuals, equipment maintenance guide and training manual.* Managed suppliers by hosting weekly project status review meeting so to catch any issue early and deal with quickly.* Worked with scissor lift supplier to provide them fluid flow calculations and graphical analysis of their product to quantify product quality.* Interviewed and evaluated potential Ultrasonic (UT) Level 3 positions candidates.* Trained and supervised operators to do NDI scans on Airbus A350 stringers.* Submitted 37 Kaizen suggestions (28 about processes and 9 about safety)* Wrote three General Operating Procedures for three automated inspection machines* Trained other engineers and technicians on two automated inspection machines Show less -
Senior Controls Project Engineer - WcsIntelligrated Systems, Llc Sep 2008 - Mar 2010* Designed and created a Warehouse Control System for a Distribution Center in South Carolina by using the latest Microsoft C#.NET and T-SQL technologies. This was a high level control system for optimally moving and tracking containers in a Material Handling Conveyor System within the warehouse.* Created Warehouse Control System test scripts for a Distribution Center in Arizona.
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Senior C#.Net ConsultantIt Consulting Sep 2004 - Sep 2008* Designed, built, and deployed Web Services communicating SOAP-XML data with WSE security.* Designed, built, and deployed both front and back end operations of a 5-tiered Web-based business to business C#.NET system.* Setup and Deployed Web site and Web services with added Custom Actions to a Web Farm.* Built Web Services to provide PowerBuilder, RoboCrib 1000 and AutoCrib Lockers interface.* Built Internet Reports based on SQL Reporting Services for an insurance company.*… Show more * Designed, built, and deployed Web Services communicating SOAP-XML data with WSE security.* Designed, built, and deployed both front and back end operations of a 5-tiered Web-based business to business C#.NET system.* Setup and Deployed Web site and Web services with added Custom Actions to a Web Farm.* Built Web Services to provide PowerBuilder, RoboCrib 1000 and AutoCrib Lockers interface.* Built Internet Reports based on SQL Reporting Services for an insurance company.* Built and uploaded Custom Web Parts to MS SharePoint.* Acquired customer requirements for and designed a new 4-tier C#.NET/SQL Radiation Detection system.* Procured computer hardware, accessories, and software support from manufacturer and suppliers.* Developed solutions for diverse programming scenarios in C# using Visual Studio, employing object–oriented programming concepts such as: encapsulation, inheritance, polymorphism, and abstraction.* Developed a Windows n-tiered “Public Library Management System” application and then ported the application to a dynamic ASP.NET Internet/Intranet model utilizing the same secure middle tier data access components. Non-public web pages were secured using Windows integrated and ASP.NET forms security models.* Evaluated and assessed technical potential and business opportunity of a new material technology (metallic materials texture measurement based on micro-mechanical analysis)* Performed consulting work in a statistical project for Cincinnati Control Dynamic, Inc. Show less
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Leading Engineering SpecialistGeneral Electric - Aviation Jun 1998 - Sep 2004Leadership and Project Management Skills* Received several departmental level leadership awards for contributions to the Engine Titanium Consortium (Phase II) project, Navy Fighter Engines, Navy Helicopter Engines, and Commercial Hybrid Blade projects * Managed various multi-disciplinary engineering teams and projects of viscoelastic and adhesives materials resulting in lean manufacturing, six-sigma savvy and cost reduction.* Led and managed a project of using Finite Element Method… Show more Leadership and Project Management Skills* Received several departmental level leadership awards for contributions to the Engine Titanium Consortium (Phase II) project, Navy Fighter Engines, Navy Helicopter Engines, and Commercial Hybrid Blade projects * Managed various multi-disciplinary engineering teams and projects of viscoelastic and adhesives materials resulting in lean manufacturing, six-sigma savvy and cost reduction.* Led and managed a project of using Finite Element Method to model material dynamic responses.* Mentored peer engineers of developing new and emerging technologies.Technical Excellence and Creativity* Programmed machines to automatically inspect engine parts of various geometries and structures.* Invented new process to measure true ultrasonic surface wave delay time of residual stresses.* Invented a nondestructive process to map air gap thickness in viscoelastic-layered plate.* Invented and designed a new ultrasonic transducer for blade surface fracture defect inspection. * Developed an ultrasonic inspection method for spallation damages in composite panels due to thermal fatigue yielding better details than infrared images.* Developed methods to characterize mechanical properties of metal-composite, composite and viscoelastic materials.* Programmed machines to automatically scan engine components of various shapes and geometries. Show less
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