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Orlando, FL, US

Oakland, CA, US

Lake Wales, Florida, US

At Petersen, I lead the engineering team in resolving documentation and design issues for several legacy platforms. I implemented and managed systems that improved compliance, maintenance, safety and quality control. Through engineering evaluation I was able to identify and implement multiple process improvement initiatives, significantly reducing.

Kent, WA, US

• As a Deputy Integrated Product Team Lead at Blue Origin, I partnered with cross-functional team members and provided clear and concise direction for the project to successfully achieve desired targets within stringent.
• I contributed efforts toward the build and test of commercial rocket engines by ensuring team stays on task and meets schedule, cost, and engineering objectives.

Satellite Beach, Florida, US

• While working as Independent Contractor, I forecasted project costs, developed budgets, set deadlines, obtained approvals from local authority, negotiated with vendors, arranged high-quality building materials, and.
• I designed and constructed a mid-century modern era home in accordance with architectural period design and “California Building Standards Code” (the strictest codes in the country with regard to construction methods.

Orlando, Florida, US

• Throughout my career as Project Engineer at NBC Universal, I managed domestic and international staff, delegated project-related tasks, identified and addressed performance issues to improve productivity, efficiency.
• I doubled the life of the ride structure by identifying improper use of structural materials and establishing a mitigation plan. Instrumental in steering the project back on track in terms of budget and schedule.
• I conducted extensive research into industry best practices for pneumatic systems. Established parkwide standards for the design and construction of pneumatic systems for all rides in the park.
• I published evidence-based safety standards that addressed foreign object debris and guest dropped objects for all high velocity ride systems.
• I ensured the ride system and themed show set components met Chinese national standards (Guóbiāo) for materials, construction, electrical components and safety by collaborating with ride system vendors and Chinese.

Charlotte, NC, US

• While working at UTC Aerospace Systems as Project Engineer – Orion ECLSS, I led the construction, evaluation, and testing of space flight hardware, as well as analyzed contract requirements for Environmental Control.
• I aligned crew systems component designs with the requirements for interface hardware by actively attending meetings organized by other subsystems and contractors.
• I coordinated with sub-contractors to revise and update mock-ups and test articles for utilization in testing and evaluation by NASA.

• In this role, I developed strategies to sell aviation controls equipment for two aviation component part vendors. Advised customers on proper application of products, as well as processed customer orders, managed sales.
• I augmented sales revenue from $1.5 million to $2 million by expanding client base from OEM aircraft manufacturers to Fixed Base Operations repair shops, identifying diversified needs of the customers, and providing.

• In this role, I planned, developed and supervised the operations necessary for installing oil and gas extraction equipment on the ocean floor. I was involved from installation to testing, commissioning, completion and.
• I maximized efficiency level by reviewing and documenting lessons learned and implementing process improvement initiatives.
• I worked with geoscientists, to monitor equipment installation progress, oversee safety management and ensure the protection of the environment.

New York, NY, US

• In this role, I scheduled hardware testing and coordinated with engineering and production personnel to resolve critical design issues. Acted as Engineering Test Lead for components and subassemblies for the Hera air.
• I ensured successful launch of multiple target missile programs by overseeing the design and testing of component improvements.

Bethesda, MD, US

• In this role, I Provided project engineering services to the Orion, Crew Exploration Vehicle (CEV) NASA Mission Services – Orion Crew Systems Department. I played an integral role in designing and launching vehicle.
• I saved $300k (Actual Cost: $200k / Budgeted Cost: $500k) and reduced project completion time by four months (Actual Timeline: 2 Months / Expected Timeline: 6 Months) on an Orion Capsule prototype mockup for the.

Master Of Business Administration (M.B.A.), International Business

Bachelor'S Degree, Mechanical Engineering

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