-Spearheading the Global Automotive Aftermarket division, driving innovation and growth-Leading the global eCommerce strategy, driving initiatives to expand market presence-Directing product management for cutting-edge solutions in the automotive aftermarket, delivering tailored innovations for both electrified and internal combustion vehicles-Playing a key role in a collaborative global effort to refine and consolidate product lines, enhancing profitability and operational efficiency throughout the organization-Strengthening supply chain resilience by sourcing products globally and leveraging existing operational hubs, ensuring continuity and adaptability in a dynamic marketplace

- Led the development and implementation of electro-hydraulic controls for transmission and oil pump systems in next-generation automotive engines across North America, Europe, and Asia-Successfully launched 5+ global programs into mass production, showcasing adaptability and commitment to high-quality deliverables-Cultivated lasting relationships with top-tier global OEMs to secure and expand business opportunities-Managed a high-performing team responsible for design, prototyping, testing, and mass production of VDOP valves for cutting-edge automotive engines-Employed statistical analysis to optimize yield, cycle time, and overall equipment effectiveness for multiple fully automated, high-volume production lines in the US and China-Led the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) for various valve components, ensuring adherence to project timelines, and compliance with stringent quality and manufacturability standards in the automotive industry

-Streamlined prototype building and testing processes, effectively coordinating with lab technicians to ensure timely and accurate results-Expertly executed design validation and process validation tests, validating performance, reliability, and compliance with industry standards-Identified, troubleshot, and resolved complex issues within multiple automated high-volume manufacturing assembly lines valued at over $2M, significantly improving operational efficiency

-Enhanced hydraulic pump performance by optimizing designs through comprehensive testing in both production and R&D environments-Fostered seamless collaboration with manufacturing teams, production workers, and external vendors to refine manufacturing and outsourcing practices, resulting in streamlined processes and improved outcomes-Orchestrated end-to-end pump development, from concept to production, ensuring seamless communication with clients and leveraging advanced development tools to deliver high-quality products-Employed 3D modeling and finite element analysis using SolidWorks and ProEngineer to develop cost-effective, high-performance hydraulic components, including pumps-Performed in-depth failure analyses on components and assemblies, providing actionable recommendations for alternative materials, processes, and designs to enhance product durability and performance

- Assisted graduate students with analyzing the stability of cobalt and nickel based superalloys- Conducted and managed extensive heat treatment procedures of metals such as precipitation hardening in vacuum- Performed extensive sample preparation such as mounting, grinding, polishing, and electro-polishing- Used software and instruments such as IVAS, Microhardness indenter, SEM and Atom Probe to collect data and analyze samples of alloys

- Performed detailed materials analyses on refractory metals used in X-ray tubes for medical imaging- Developed procedures to improve product inspection techniques of X-ray tube components by using image processing and EDS simulation software-Combined several materials characterization tools and techniques (SEM, FTIR, EDS, EBSD) for analysis of component properties and microstructure development -Presented a final report to the GTC – Aurora Management Team and project leaders -Created 3D models in SolidWorks and performed finite element analysis