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Magnolia, Tx, Us

Wichita, Kansas Area

Oversee the management of site activities including planning, organizing, integrating and monitoring of resources such as labor, tools and technical assistants as required to complete the work scope according to contractual requirements. Work within defined parameters to make decisions, apply concepts to issues of moderate complexity, and resolve issues through immediate action or short-term planning at customer power generating facilities.Provide customers with technical direction and support on GE Steam Turbines and GE Frame sized Gas TurbinesImplement upgrades and perform inspections on turbines and responsible for directing lower level craft labor to perform the Upgrades/InspectionsSign-off on all changes/Inspections performed Complete standard service reports, invoicing packages, and other administrative requirements. Drive customer satisfaction through commitment to Safety and QualityMonitor job site safety during project executionCoordinate logistical support for job site requirementsProvide engineering support with proper Turbine drawings through GE Electronic ToolsPerform walk-downs during installation/maintenance to ensure that the customer’s contractors are working properly Perform aftermarket upgrades that require on site level completion

Wichita, Ks

Work closely with engineering teams and project managers to draft and design sustainable solutions to address client needs and support a competitive advantage for the company’s project portfolio within the structural engineering market. Apply project identifiers and requirements to perform modeling and create drawings utilizing AutoCAD and Building Information Modeling (BIM) to generate and manage digital representations of structural characteristics. Meet with engineers to gather design requirements, project notes and detailed sketches to produce computer generated, 3-D BIM models and 2-D printed representations.Maintain and review project documentation associated with projects to include change notices, engineering calculations and component drawings to unite project vision with functional modeling output.Manage project drawings, model files, file properties, signage and symbology per company BIM standards.Coordinate work efforts with designers, project managers and engineers to maintain accurate and current AutoCAD/ REVIT models to ensure information is incorporated into “as-maintained” models for historical reference.

Andover, Ks

Provide support for the maintenance and operation of the College’s Engineering Technology student computer labs. Work directly with the department Chair to develop, test and deploy software for the efficient and effective use of the lab’s computer network and applications. Maintain the use and assist others in operating CAD software, 3D printing systems, CNS Machining, PLC trainers and composite manufacturing/engineering processes.Serve as an informational resource to students, faculty and staff in troubleshooting technical problems and work cooperatively towards a resolution.Track software renewals and licenses and re-route networks to ensure no disruption in service.Develop training guidelines the covers the basic operation of technology and software unique to the lab. Advises students on class-related assignments by assisting them to re-direct their focus and find solutions.

Planned, directed and analyzed financial activities for 22 unique cost centers with an annual operating budget of $3.5M. Delivered complex and substantive resource management services for multi-year, long-range programs containing requirements that interrelate and change. Onboarded additional staff by reviewing candidate’s file to ensure skill level met job requirements.Documented and maintained financial/historical data for the preparation and distribution of annual finance plans and operating budget.Initiated the procurement of $30.5K+ in supplies to equip personnel ready for deployment.Saved $110K+ in funding FY10 by performing cost/benefit analysis on multiple accounts.Established and prioritized end-of-year unfunded requirements by re-shaping obligation and expense targets saving an additional $13.2K.

Managed the shipping and receiving of $200M in parts inventory and stepped in to augment maintenance personnel increasing continuity by 25% despite being understaffed. Debriefed aircrew and documented data in maintenance system for post flight analysis, ensuring data integrity.Assisted unit leader in making staff selections and supported on-going training, improving area performance.Streamlined the inventory process eliminating 683 redundant parts, returning $17K in assets to the supply chain.Traveled to conferences and government contractor locations, serving as lead for the C-17 Avionics Group to initiate action items within the design process, increasing system reliability by 17%.

Maintained, troubleshot and resolved communication and navigation systems on aircraft valued at $1B+ by applying routine preventative maintenance, modifications, removal/replacement, inspections and operation’s checks. Coordinated with outside resources and supply chains to repair aircraft wiring, radio frequency cables, and data bus lines by isolating malfunctions and using various testing equipment. Contributed to zero defect inspections by isolating system malfunction achieving “best-to-date” designation.Hand-selected as a result of subject matter expertise to construct Identification Friend or Foe (IFF) mode checklists reducing pre-launch procedures by 80%.Conceived and manufactured communication interface unit for DoD to enable operational effectiveness.Worked in partnership with Boeing engineers to establish BUS fault isolation verification establishing improved system capabilities.Supported the unit’s on-going training through hands-on walk-throughs, coaching and mentoring.

Associate Of Applied Science - Aas, Engineering Technology

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