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Performance driven engineering professional with proven experience in leading Program / Project Engineering Management of Lighting System Design specializing in prototype and development of innovative and advanced lighting products for world-class companies. Well versed in Lighting Engineering while collaborating with Capture Managers in US and Europe to collectively utilize diverse cross-functional teams to present strong Technical Lighting Solutions to meet our customers needs.

A Full Service Engineering Firm Providing High Quality Integrated Solutions For Specialized Military & Automotive Applications / Services That Exceeds Customer Expectations

Specialized in Military Vehicle MRAP C4ISR Suite Integration, New Technology, and Close Combat and Remote Weapon Systems IntegrationRecent Successful Activities - Lead Project ManagerMiCP - "Mobile Integrated Command Post" A Command Post Network/Communication Military Vehicle with On Board Vehicle GeneratorMCOTM - "Mission Command On the Move" a Command and Control Military Vehicle with Smart Displays and Smart Power Management SystemsTOW/ITAS - Integrated Missile System in a Military Vehicle.......a $2.5 Million Dollar ProjectRWS - Remote Weapon Systems / Received Patent for a light weight multifunctional design•Coordinated Work Directives and Planning of Project Strategy, Timing, and Integration on MaxxPro Fleet MRAP (Mine Resistance Ambush Proof) Military vehicles under a successful STS (Sustainability) Contract for the DoD•Directed and mentored a team of Engineers and Designers to effectively meet timeline schedules and objectives while maintaining military system requirements and guidelines•Responsible for providing JPO (Joint Project Office) with high quality engineered kits and systems to advance vehicle sustainment and improve the War Fighter protection and survivability•Led the integration and release of Remote Weapon Systems and Missile Systems on multiple variants and optimized design to reduce configuration management complexity •Maintained and presented weekly Risk Management Analysis Reports utilizing Quad Matrix Charts to effectively communicate project status and mitigate major risks with each project•Successfully led an Engineering Team that launched the first proven TOW/ITAS Heavy Weapons System into the MaxxPro Dash Variant•Program Management responsibility of all new Advanced Technology and Specialize Weapon System Integration that includes; Digital Backbone Communication Systems, Situational Awareness Camera Vision Systems, and Radio / Satellite Communication Suites

Lisle, Il, Us

Advanced Development Lead Integration Engineer of Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) in M-ATV and MRAP (Mine Resistance Ambush Proof) Armored Military vehicles Specialized in C4ISR (US) and C4ISTAR (UK) Integrated equipment includes: Radar Jamming Systems, Satellite/Radio Communication Systems, Driver Vision Enhancement Systems, Remote Weapon Systems, Storage, Wire Covers, Brackets, and GyroCam capability field insertionCoordinated and responsible for Design and Release of documentation to the U.S. Government from concept to combat on provisional wire covers and bracketsResponsible for Suite Integration of 21 different vehicle variants for multiple Armed ForcesTraveled to assist manufacturing team and provide root cause analysis on build and field issues Presented concepts and cost improvements to cross functional executive management teamReceived high grading for GFE Integration from USMC Limited Use Soldier Evaluation at Aberdeen Proving Grounds

•Engineering and design feasibility for 2008, 2010 Cadillac CTS Exterior Lighting•Packaged LED arrays, PCB Drive Modules, and integrated light pipe technology in rear lighting•Aided Global Purchasing in developing a strategic plan for winning new business•Managed and maintained multiple new and current international automotive lighting programs•Analyzed test results and lead any corrective actions by directing CAD resources•Managed and responsible for implementing VA/VE opportunities in current lighting designs

Canton, Michigan, Us

•Led the engineering and design of electrical junction box integration in 2008 Cadillac vehicles •Developed innovative electrical attachment components with minimal design changes•Resolved high risk packing issues related to components under hood and rear mounting in vehicle•Implemented and coordinate design release system utilizing Unigraphics NX2 and NX3•Responsible for DFMEA, DVP&R, Test Requests, and Test Procedures•Communicate with engineering teams to assure quality with a reduction in cost and lead time

Cork, Ireland, Ie

Contracted through Disher Design & Development•Led the design and development of Automotive Seating Components using Unigraphic Solutions- Developed a Pivot Tray Table Console and 2nd Row Cup Holder for 2006 Nissan Quest Van- Constructed prototypes to prove out design feasibility and assisted in project coordination- Submitted Patent disclosure for a Universal Breakaway Cup Holder•Project coordination of design and engineering development of overhead systems- Overhead Console, Air Duct Flow System, Interior Lighting Systems, Visors, Headliner Systems •Provided technical direction to Design Engineer and facilitate the design•Engineered a one piece stamped reflector and Lens that eliminated four unnecessary tools•Developed and launched JOHNSON CONTROLS first production snap on visor bracket design •Investigated and presented Design Of Experiments (DOE) to senior management team with a high level of success and implementation

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•Led the advanced design and development of automotive electronic camera vision systems- Video Mirror ™ with BabyVue ™ and ReverseAid ™ Camera Vision Systems- Packaged Panoramic Vision Systems, Infrared (IR) LED Lighting, Infrared Filters for Automotive Interior and Exterior Cameras- Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Design, Layouts, Wire Harness, and LCD Monitor Displays•Served as key member of the Advanced R& D Electronic Vision Group that successfully launched the VideoMirror™ Camera Vision System in less than 3 months. This product was the first to market of its kind and was nominated as one of the top three mobile electronics products and one of thirty best new products overall in the 2001 Consumer Electronic Show•Submitted a total of 9 patent disclosures with creative freehand conceptual designs•Presented updates to the executive management team•Researched competitive vision systems in the global market and established designs for a competitive edge

Salzburg, At

•Led the advanced design using Unigraphic Solutions design software and developed a prototype catalytic converter called BENCHMARC™ that filtered out 99.9% of automotive engine emissions. Nationally recognized and awarded for their contributions and efforts to improve automotive engine emissions•Nominated for a continuous improvement award for the design implementation on the BENCHMARC™ project•Designed and detailed exhaust manifolds and down pipes for Cadillac Northstar engines•Created solid model exhaust manifold on Pro/ENGINEER Software•Successfully developed and designed weld and gauge fixtures for production lines•Key member in developing a patented two-stage hydro-forming process•Participated in continuous product and process improvement initiatives resulting in improved product quality and cost

B.S., Product Design Engineering

A.A., Drafting Technology / Tool Design

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