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- (Recent) Lead Engineer (Defense Engineering Services) - Product Development & Design Engineering: • Complete functional requirement analysis for a project slated to be used by the United States Army. Developed test plans and completed proveout testing for multiple systems integrated within the design.• Work with design and test engineers to construct test plans and validate design of components for release to production; Analyze & evaluate the test data output for pre-production worldwide test specifications- (Past) Work with design and test engineers to construct test plans and validate design of components for release to production; Analyze & evaluate the test data output for pre-production worldwide test specifications- Consulted with various investment management firms about the competitive dynamics of products in their portfolio (mainly automotive); also provided insight on how critical/valued their products are in the Automotive Sector. Also provided insight of relationships of suppliers to the OEMs and the trends in market demand

Summerville, South Carolina, Us

Reston, Va, Us

Columbus, Indiana, Us

-Product Development of High Horsepower Tier 4 Emissions -Diesel Only and Dual Fuel Engines (up to 50 Liter Displaced Volume) – Methodology dependent on program maturity (FMEA, DVP&R, Failure Analysis, etc.)-Lead Engineer: Design/Production Release for various engine systems (Cooling, Lubrication, Fuel, Overhead)-Lead Engineer: Cylinder Engine Knock Test to release calibration & control mitigation strategy for Field Engines to eliminate downtime due to failed components due to damaging engine knock phenomena-Lead Engineer: Dual Fuel Tier 4 Thermal Testing – Determine temperature effects on engine component life and engine operations due to the harsh effects of the High Horse Power Combustion Strategy - Recognized by VP of Engineering

Farmington Hills, Mi, Us

-Lead construction of new and innovative hydraulic modulator components using UniGraphics 3-D CAD according to international defined functional & durability standards; CAD & BOM support for all production and pre-production builds-Lead design for manufacturing studies with suppliers to achieve robust, low cost design solutions within the limits of costumer project timing; work with these suppliers for ongoing production support for Gen8 & Gen9 ABS/ESP systems-Work with test engineers to construct test plans and validate components for release to production; Analyze & evaluate the test data output for pre-production-Negotiate and communicate throughout the engineering community world-wide to ensure that components which will be produced internationally are developed, validated and accepted for use on all global production lines-Evaluate and interpret FEA analysis and hydraulic simulations from internal resources to improve designs (NVH)

-Design Responsibility for the vehicle chassis development for a major Government bid. Taking requirements and driving through to prototype; concept-Solidworks CAD design-analysis-approval-Release to build via Windchill-Designed the first rear steering system for FPI to meet the mandatory requirements for eligibility-Designed chassis componentry to ensure Military personnel would survive a major ballistic threat – IED Proof-Utilized quality methods in design & process; 6Sigma driven for quality & sustainability for government projects

Attleboro, Ma, Us

- Design and Release Responsibility for current and future electro-mechanical pressure sensors in support of the companies largest automotive customer (~$130 million in global business sales) - Primary DE- Supported Company Business Unit Priorities via technical leadership and product quality experience.- Utilized quality/robustness methods; including DFMEA, DVP&R, Six Sigma. Greenbelt Certification- Championed design and and aided in process improvements utilizing DMAIC Six Sigma on one of the companies largest warranty/yield loss issues of 2008 ~$1.1Million projected save for 2008/2009.

- Mentor of various entrepreneurs with the focus on Leadership and Personal Growth with a learning, implementation and teaching approach through business and personal development systematic approach- Public speaker in various forums in the Greater Detroit and Indianapolis Metropolitan areas on the topics of Small Business Principles, Community Building through Leadership & Personal Growth- Avid student in the area of Leadership – Both read and implemented knowledge gained from a multitude of books, leadership audio recordings, and seminars from a wide variety of Leaders in Industry

Dearborn, Michigan, Us

- Design and Release Responsibility for future model SUV shock absorber and coil spring modules.- Responsibilities included technical design of components along with management of internal resources and suppliers to achieve objectives for performance, quality, function, cost, weight, and timing.- Design and Release of the 2006/2007 Ford Explorer Shock Module assemblies. Integral part of the suspension design team that implemented a new Trailing Arm Rear Suspension resulting in ~$60/vehicle savings ($18 Million/yr), with ~$8/vehicle savings ($2.4 Million/yr) coming from the shock module alone.- Launched 2004 Ford Explorer after developing full-displaced shock absorbers, coil springs, and new mount architecture that led to a ~5% increase in customer satisfaction. Project required extensive shock internal changes- Implemented current and future model cost and warranty reductions; ~$2.25 Million for 2005 & 2006.

Dearborn, Michigan, Us

- Developed and implemented pressure visualization method that increased wind tunnel test productivity ~60% for Ford Racing / Penske Racing South (NASCAR )- Designed components for racecar wind tunnel models for Super Speedway & Intermediate Track configurations that were then integrated into the design of the racecar.- Managed program for racecar wind tunnel scale model design and development involving multiple resources across the US.- Converted detailed ADAMS model from coil to air suspension for vehicle enhancement - Full-Size SUV.- Conducted a detailed Roll Center Migration Analysis using ADAMS velocity vector approach to support a major vehicle dynamics tuning effort for vehicle ride and handling.

- Designed new products with Project Engineering to support Core Engineering airbag safety development.- Teamed with Applications Engineering to improve design of existing products to enhance performance and reduce material and assembly costs.

- Provided Engineering support, from design to implementation of new experiments leading to publication of results in scientific journals and conferences. Research tied in 5 major Universities in 3 countries.

- Qualified by virtue of experience and proficiency to supervise the operation and maintenance of a fast attack submarine nuclear power plant. Supervised watch team of 12 during reactor critical operations.- Guided watch sections through a flawless reactor defueling during a shipyard availability.- Acknowledged by Squadron Fleet Admiral - awarded the Naval Achievement Medal

Mse, Engineering

Bsme, Mechanical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Diploma, College Track