Responsible for planning and executing all aspects of spacecraft primary structure manufacturing programs, totaling $60M in annual revenue. Managing all technical, financial, contractual, and schedule aspects of multiple programs including new business capture, technical strategy, bid and proposal efforts. Leading a large cross-functional team to resolve complex composite structure MRB/FRB production and design issues: metal etch & priming, structural bonded joints, NDE, cleaning & surface preparation, thermal & mechanical stress analysis.Orchestrated high-profile effort to restructure internal MRB support for fast-paced composite production Primary customer point of contact for communication of composites manufacturing program requirements, issue resolution, MRB/FRB processes, & program performance.

Structures Analysis Lead for Manufacturing: Ownership of MRB process, hardware disposition activities, and people management in a fast-paced, aircraft production environment. Analyzed complex metallic & composite structures with FEM & hand calculation methods.Defined & executed analysis methodologies for composite and metallic primary and subsystem structures in all program phases (design, production, sustainment/MRB). Led notable subsystem structures effort establishing program understanding of complex composite bonding.

Performed detailed design work of metallic structures using CATIA V5 and Teamcenter as a CAD model database.Software manager for the Triton Chief Engineer’s Office, supporting the timely release of critical software packages to our customer through the Agile Process. Supported flight tests and flight test audits for Triton in Pax River as Deputy Chief Engineer.Led effort to construct a FabLab ‘Makerspace’ for Northrop Grumman Employees in San Diego.

Improved power output and efficiency of Firebird engine & intercooler systems with thermodynamic and propulsion modeling.Developed a new software program to analyze the performance of existing aircraft and optimize designs for future aircraft operational requirements.

Analyzed electroplated contacts and suggested machine modifications that reduced down-time by 80%. Led various Kaizen and 8D events to help implement 5s lean manufacturing in the workplace.