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Sterling Heights, Mi

Structural Analysis Tech Lead (Feb 2010-present)- Coordinate all Mechanical Systems stress and vibrational analysis activity within the Structural Analysis organization using Altair's Hyperworks Suite, ANSA, LS-PrePost, Nastran, and LS-Dyna. Analysis activity includes static linear and non-linear stress analysis, acceleration-time history for shock analysis, modal transient response, and random vibration. - Classified mine blast analysis using LS-Dyna to enhance crew survivability and evaluate vehicular systems when subjected to the affects of underground mines and IEDs.- Manage and distribute all analysis activity for the M1 Abrams and Stryker vehicles within the organization. Focus on program milestones, deliverables, and ensure compliance to all government requirements.Systems Engineering (May 08 – Jan 09): Roles and responsibilities as a Requirements Engineer:- Lead Lethality IPT in developing interface specifications between the following systems Primary Armament, Secondary Weapons, Gun/Turret Drive, Fire Control, and Target Acquisition for the next generation Abrams AED/M1E3 program- M1A2 Future Munitions - Coordinated vehicle system analyses to adapt Future Munitions (MRM, AMP, AKE rounds) on to the M1A2 SEP V2 platform. Included integration of the Ammo Data Link (ADL) and electronic communications within the existing vehicle electrical architecture.- High proficiency using DOORS (Dynamic Object Oriented Requirements System)Accomplishments- Developed action plan / schedule for completing the Abrams AED System Performance Specification.- Presented the interface requirements to the government for adopting the ADL on the existing M1A2

Auburn Hills, Mi

Chrysler Tech Center (CTC): Body Engineering: 2000 - 2008- Vehicle Launch Coordinator / Team Lead for '06 PT Cruiser, 2007 Sebring, and 2008 Minivans for Body & Exterior SystemsBody Design & Development - Developed body structures for various vehicle platforms to ensure all safety impact targets were achieved, interfaced with chassis + interior systems, and to support aero/thermal groups in terms of wind noise/NVH. - Analyze body structure to achieve overall body torsion & bending targets for ride / handling, fatigue analysis based on road load inputs, and crash/impact energy management. - Developed fixed glass glazing systems with defroster grid, integrated radio antenna, and rain sensing technology. - Adopted new roof structural architecture mandated by Mercedes starting with Chrysler 300C. - Evaluated GR&R results, analyzed process capability data in support of PSO/ PPAP Current Production Support - Identify top warranty items and implement corrective actions. - Root cause analysis at the component or system level data to resolve quality issues. - Review supplier or plant process data & implement corrective actions to resolve quality issues. - Implement structural modifications driven by FMVSS/IIHS.- Lead corporate wide cost savings initiative for underbody systems. - Lead efforts to identify root cause of faulty liftgate which prevented the company from issuing a recall.Belvidere Assembly: Resident Engineering Supervisor 1997-2000- Supervised 10 Engineers for Body & Chassis - Onsite at the plant for production/build-out of the original Neon & launch of the 2000 Neon. CTC: Dimensional Management 1995-1997- Lead modeling & simulation group for predicting assembly variation for body, interior, and chassis systems. - CMM program certification in Body Shop, root cause analysis for build issues & directed product/process changes for corrective action. - Conducted GR/GR&R studies, analyzed process capability to support PSO & PPAP sign-off.

Warren, Mi

Designed and developed various 105mm weapon platforms for tracked and wheeled vehicles.Design and Analysis associated with 105mm weapon systems- Stress and Vibrational Analysis- Vehicle Dynamic Simulation- Finite Element AnalysisTesting- evalution of various armor packages to defeat specific munitions at a private ballistics research lab- 105mm gun barrel deflection sensitivity to thermal gradients- structural validation during live 105mm weapons firing tests. - long range accuracy firing on tracked and wheeled vehicles.In 1994, the company announced that it was closing the Warren, MI facility and relocating to New Orleans, LA. I had an opportunity to move but my family is in Michigan and accepted a position at Chrysler

Bachelor Of Science, Mechanical Engineering

Master Of Science, Quality Management

Masters Thesis - Suspension Alignment Sensitivity to Body Variation. Multi-regression analysis using discrete suspension attachment point.