Gilbert, Arizona, United States
Dynamic Mechanical Engineer with a diverse background in Systems Engineering, Quality Systems Management, and Supply Chain Management. Over 15 years of experience, focused on delivering results, and providing the highest level of project administration and engineering insight to resolve problems and keep programs on track. Security Clearance: Secret (Inactive May 2009 - May 2011) Specialties: Mechanical Engineering Design, Integration and Test engineering, drawing creation, process development and work package (assembly instruction) documentation, technical specifications, statements of work, procedures, test plans. Structures, composite manufacturing, fastener analysis, tolerance stack analysis, hand calculations for FEA and fatigue analysis. Pro/Engineer, NX6, Solidworks Systems Engineering: System modeling, process development, LEAN Manufacturing, Quality Systems requirements per AS9100 and ISO 9001, contract review, contract requirements verification, succinct and direct communication of key program issues for management reviews. Expert in Failure Analysis, including Relentless Root Cause and Corrective Action, includes 5 Why, Fishbone, 8D reporting, Shanin Red X and other common industry practices. Supply Chain Management / Material Management Supplier negotiations, contractual requirements flow down, supplier audits, SDRL tracking, identification of parts that are held due to documentation, or non conforming material issues and work the issues to move the parts forward again. MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project Leader, Problem Solver, Detail Oriented, Drive For Results
Contract position to set up a program plan that addresses one of the key initiatives for FY 2016. - Created Microsoft Project plan, Risk Register, Key Objectives Statements and Shareholder involvement. - Developed WBS (work scope) and schedule for the key initiative.
Material / Supply Chain Manager Industry: Electronic Manufacturing and Assembly: PCB design and manufacturing, SMT and hand solder practices, assembly and test of electronic hardware. Software development, software management and documentation. Responsible for planning, ordering, and on time deliveries for over 2,000 unique electronic components and assemblies. Always focused on finding a path forward: I have a fantastic talent for recognizing, managing and mitigating logistical and technical issues before they become a problem. Responsible to track, monitor and prioritize manufacturing flow and progress; remove barriers associated with material shortage, discrepancies, or non-standard work flow. Reviewer of all drawings, work instructions, contractual flow down, time phased procurement strategies, manufacturing plans and quality system requirements prior to the procurement for most assemblies and components. Found dozens of errors or omissions, and managed their resolution before placing the procurement order. Developed and implemented a process to successfully track material procurement and manufacturing progression across multiple platforms (without a typical MRP system in place). Achieved 26% cost reduction in materials through active supplier negotiations, supply chain diversity and improved planning and contract execution efforts. Configuration Control Board (CCB) member, focused on the effect of engineering design changes on material at Suppliers, in WIP and Inventory Stores. Configuration review and input. Monitor and track part obsolescence and life cycle expectancy. Responded to major end of life of a COTS assembly by researching multiple options, negotiating the best prices for GECO, and presenting a formal proposal to the management team. Resulted in a successful parts management plan for this COTS item, as well as new company policy regarding part life cycle planning.
Responsible for all Quality aspects of a $20 Million Dollar program for the Apache Helicopter. The Apache is an amazing machine, and it has been an honor to serve our country by working on this the AH-64E Program. Industry: Manufacturing: Machining, Welding, Sheet Metal, Composite, Casting, Forging, Higher Level Assembly. Post Processing including: Anodize, Plating, Chem Film, etc. Responsible for ensuring hardware conformity to AS9100 requirements. Including inspection of product, analyzing data looking for trends and recommending changes to improve the manufacturing process and product quality. MRB Engineer, responsible for discrepancy (non-conformance) reporting, tracking and resolution. Responsible to disposition and/or verify non conforming material and determine the path forward. Submitted over 500 reports to the Boeing Apache MRB office for approval prior to shipment of product. Experienced in Boeing's Integrated Supplier Information System (ISIS) reporting. Received recognition for outstanding customer service to Boeing. Expert in Relentless Root Cause and Corrective Action techniques, including 5 Why, 8D, Fishbone analysis, continuous improvement, Kaizen, LEAN and other industry tools for total quality management. Worked directly with Boeing and DCMA officials to remove roadblocks, resolve key issues and execute contractual requirements that met the needs of both of our companies in a timely and cost effective manner. Trained other divisions to best practices and key customer support activities. Supply Chain management: worked with key suppliers to ensure on-time delivery, schedule and quality requirements are met. Track and monitor key issues to ensure they are resolved and completed.
Design, Integration and Test Engineer, GMD and KEI Industry: Space launch vehicles, and ground support equipment. Ground support engineering, design and development of over 200 components including FEA calculations, tolerance stack analysis, and fastener fatigue analysis. Supported design reviews, compliance audits, Mission Assurance support, engineering peer review for analysis, proposal studies, and project milestone reports. Led the recovery efforts after a catastrophic failure on the KEI Defense program. Alleviated customer concerns, prevented a diplomatic panic and allowed the program to progress. Garnered consistent customer praise for professionalism, ethics and efficiency in resolving problems across multiple projects. Mission Assurance Auditor (3 Months, after the KEI program was shuttered): Responsible for product audit, including Flight Computer and Solid Rocket Motor manufacturing process.