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Bethesda, Md, Us

Responsible for the overall success of the MaterialCenter Database as the AGILE product ownerFacilitate upgrades to the MaterialCenter Database as SCRUM MasterAlign the MaterialCenter Database team to be better suited to react to new tasks as a part of an AGILE frameworkSupport drawing reviews for satellite hardware by providing material and process selection guidance to several programsEstablish feedback loops with stakeholders to maximize the efficiency and productivity of AGILE sprintsAuthor monthly newsletters and publicize events for the Space PRIDE BRG

Bethesda, Md, Us

Collaborated on an IRAD project to create a more reliable and repeatable bonding processCoordinated material lay-up and mechanical testing between Sunnyvale and Denver labs to support Solar Array substrate redesignSupported drawing reviews for satellite hardware by providing material and process selection guidance to several programs

Bethesda, Md, Us

Led engagement with three suppliers to drive quality process improvements resulting in 30% defect reduction in delivered hardwareCoordinated non-conformance documents and Supplier Corrective Action Requests in support of high-value hardwareSupported design reviews for composite assemblies

Bethesda, Md, Us

Co-developed a VBA tool to interface with SAP ERP and reduce labor time in the receiving inspection process.Led a team of 8 individuals in a year-long effort to streamline receiving inspection procedures resulting in recurring annual labor cost savings of $200k. Acted as the main point of contact for hazardous material processing

Primary inspector of sheet metal parts using various mechanical inspection equipment including calipers, micrometers, pin gauges, and thread gauges. Created flat pattern layouts and working mechanical prints using SolidWorks.Lead new market entry with design and quality assurance for custom cosmetic finish parts and assemblies

Santa Clara, Ca, Us

Completed and provided troubleshooting support for complex audio/visual setupsManaged as many as 20 individuals for weekend events

Planned curriculum and lesson plans for environmental educationTaught science, engineering and environmental science classes to young adolescents

Inspected finished parts to ensure they met customer specificationsDesigned and implemented inventory organization and tracking systemCreated laser cutting layouts for parts to maximize product yield using AutoCAD

Reverse-engineered and redesigned a soil pulverizer for use in developing countriesCreated models of pieces and full assembly using AutoDesk Inventor softwareRan performance tests and compared old and new designs

Master Of Science - Ms, Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Mechanical Engineering