Aurora, Colorado, United States
I am an aeronautical engineer with 29 years of experience in the certification of Part 25 aircraft, and development of experimental aircraft. Most of that experience was through Bombardier Aerospace, at their Flight Test Center in Wichita, KS, where I worked on several Bombardier / Learjet products. There, I played a very strong role in the design and certification of the Learjet 85 from 2010 to 2015. Other Bombardier aircraft I worked on were the Learjet 75, 45, Global Express, CRJ900, Q400, and lastly, the Global 7500. I have worked as a consultant on ITAR projects, and was employed by Mitsubishi Aircraft - Americas on their M90/M100 projects. In 2020, I joined Boom Supersonic as the Lead Flight Sciences engineer on the XB1 program, and led the team to its successful completion. I am currently Boom Supersonic's Principal Flight Analysis on the Overture program. My specialization is in the stability and control discipline, operating under 14 CFR Part 25 Subpart B with FAA delegation, which include DER, UM and Consultant DER titles. I have also held lead engineer positions at various times & projects, carrying responsibility in the Performance and other flight sciences functions as well. On XB1, we made wide use of MIL-STD-1797B. I have supported both product development engineering and flight test. I was heavily involved in the design and flight testing of the Learjet 85 aircraft. I also supported the Learjet 75 program. For the Global 7500 program, I provided detailed technical support for flight test activities & assumed the role of lead Stability & Control engineer. I held a brief consultancy role with the NIAR group. This focused on flight control systems design on a large aircraft (ITAR), where I also held a lead role. I served for a few months with Mitsubishi Americas in support of their M90/M100 projects, for both flight testing & design activities. I supported the XB1 program for Boom Supersonic as a Lead Flight Sciences engineer, where took the entire Flight Sciences departed through the planning and execution of the XB1's flight test campaign, culminating with two supersonic flights. I am currently the Principal Flight Analyst (SnC & Performance) on Boom's Overture Supersonic airliner. I am a strong proponent of good engineering principles & practices. I am knowledgeable, experienced, and thorough. I am bringing energy, intelligence and motivation. I am always eager to take on new challenges, and enjoy working in high-pressure environments. With these attributes, I will add value to your team.
Position manages the Flight Analysis function for the Overture program. The position is similar to the one on XB1, but without an active Flight Test program.
Position manages the Flight Sciences function in preparation for the upcoming XB-1 "Baby Boom" supersonic demonstration, for which I am the lead Flight Sciences engineer. Duties include support of design-build activities, assessment of handling characteristics, identification of risk factors during flight testing, and the definition of risk mitigation plans. Activities rely heavily on desktop simulation analysis and pilot -in- the loop handling assessments. The position involves heavy interaction with Flight Operations personnel. This is a lead position. Duties include resource allocation (including hiring), definition of manning plans, and management reporting/advising. Have retained Flight Analyst (SnC) DER Consultant ticket, as well as Flight Analyst (SnC) UM ticket with Learjet ODA.
Position supported certification activities of the M100 aircraft, and supporting flight test activities of the M90 project. Position was challenging and engaging. Duration was short due to personal reasons.
Led a group of Flight Analysts who provide consulting services to clients via the Wichita State University’s NIAR – EDM division. Engaged in multiple projects, focusing on the development of a flight control system on a large aircraft. The work included the development of augmented stability systems. Work was subject to ITAR restrictions. This was not an academic position. Position was held briefly due to need to move to Seattle (employed by MITAC-A) for personal reasons. Obtained Consultant DER certificat and retained Flight Analyst UM designation in support of Learjet sustaining projects.
Lead Flight Analyst Senior Engineering Specialist for the Global 7500 program. Supported Flight Testing activities. Heavily involved in the day-to-day planning and execution of flight tests. Engaged in certification testing and approved some certification reports. Currently engaged in end-of-program certification activities, which included Steep Approach certification. Retained Flight Analyst UM designation in support of Learjet sustaining projects, which are ongoing.
Flight Analyst Senior Engineering Specialist for the Global 7000 programs. Currently supporting Flight Testing activities. Monitored telemetry during First Flight in Toronto, Canada. Worked closely with flight crews to support Flight Testing. Heavily involved in the day-today planning and execuction of flight tests. Significantly engaged in Flight Test data analysis; helped organize the tracking, analysis and presentation of data. Authored several Stability and Control Flight Test Plans, and supported design teams during flight test planning phase. Helped plan the Flight Test program and conduct Safety of Flight reviews. Retained Flight Analyst UM designation in support of Learjet sustaining projects.
DER and lead engineer for Stability and Control on the Learjet 85 program. Supported both engineering development and Flight Testing activities. Monitored telemetry during First Flight. Worked closely with flight crews to support Flight Testing. Heavily engaged in Flight Test data analysis; organized the tracking, analysis and presentation of data. Signed off on several Stability and Control Flight Test Plans, and updates to the 14 CFR Part 25 Subpart B certification plan. Helped plan the Flight Test program, and worked with other disciplines to modify aircraft design based on Flight Test findings. Helped define the aircraft conformity process for Subpart B testing. Was particularly engaged in influencing the design in the lateral-directional axis, which included minimum control speed assessments, roll characteristics and high Mach characteristics. Was also Flight Analyst Unit Member in Learjet's ODA organization.
Approved / Recommended Approval for Project Specific Certification Plans, Certification Reports, Flight Test Plans, and internal engineering change documentation. Actively participated / led the development and certification of numerous engineering changes on the Learjet Model 45 and Learjet Model 60 aircraft. The engineering changes included the Garmin Avionics upgrade on the Learjet Model 45 (marketed as the Bombardier Vision system). Supplementary Type Certificate activities supported. Participated in new program development activities on the Learjet 85 project, which included flight controls design, configuration reviews, safety and reliability analysis, wind tunnel testing and analysis. Participated in wind tunnel tests at Calspan and WSU. Supported development of 6DoF simulator for Learjet 85
Approved / Recommended Approval for Project Specific Certification Plans, Certification Reports, Flight Test Plans, and internal engineering change documentation. Actively participated / led the development and certification of numerous engineering changes on the Learjet Model 45 and Learjet Model 60 aircraft. Supplementary Type Certificate activities supported.