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• Developed a graphic intensive technical data package for aircraft mechanics to accomplish structural modifications on fighter aircraft.• Designed and manufactured specialty fastener removal tool that reduced the flow time from twenty four to one hour.• Identified the need for an aircraft engine bay work stand and utilized SolidWorks to generate solid models and a complete technical package. Completed analytical hand calculations and finite element to optimize sizing.• Project Manager for a pneumatic/hydraulic work stand used to perform maintenance on aircraft. Designed framework, established requirements with emphasis on ergonomics and safety, and managed an open bid contract.• Researched and generated a Statement of Work for specialty coating application booth inserts. Identified critical application parameters and coordinated with suppliers for material and component options.• Designed fixture with detailed mechanisms to interface with and rotate aircraft ejection seats for maintenance. Cost per fixture was $7,500 compared to alternative of $40,000 from the seat manufacturer.

• Identified structural failures on aircraft work stands and designed modifications with SolidWorks and finite element analysis to alleviate safety deficiencies for mechanics during maintenance operations.• Implemented the process for quantifying the impact of out-of-calibration tools used during maintenance activities. Assessed individual tools to determine root cause of deficiencies and corrective action.• Developed skills in documentation and analysis of laboratory data in technical report format.

• Utilized SolidWorks to re-design a 300 part hologram replication machine to more efficiently and compactly meet new workload requirements.• Researched, implemented, and proved the concept of a load cell web tension control system on a new production hologram label applicator. • Designed and built a hologram camera fixture and tower on a vibration control table to hold laser and optical equipment.• Coordinated efforts with production workers to optimize work processes by increasing safety, product quality, and manufacturing volume.• Utilized SolidWorks to generate solid models and created over 100 engineering drawings.• Trained with a journeyman machinist on a three axis milling machine and four axis CNC to understand design for manufacturability.