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BODY DESIGN ENGINEER II
Summary

Mechanical Design Engineer interested in pursuing an engaging position to implement skills and expertise honed through both engineering and military leadership experience. Accomplished professional with powerful problem-solving, analytical and communication skills and proven capability to multitask within fiercely competitive and fast-paced environments.

Skills
  • Structural Design
  • 3D modeling CATIA / I-DEAS / NX
  • GD&T
  • Decision making
  • Leadership
  • People skills
  • Communication skills
  • Multitasking
  • Time management
  • Critical thinking
  • Organization
  • Writing Skills
  • Presenting
  • MS Office
Experience
Nissan Technical Center North AmericaFarmington Hills, MIBody Design Engineer II01/2012 to 10/2014
  • Structural design of body components on current and future Nissan vehicles.
  • Cross functional communication with suppliers to meet design and development targets.
  • Responsible for over 5 major assemblies including 50+ parts on 2016 Nissan Titan and NV series cargo van.
  • Lead designer on roof structure and design release engineer for windshield and back glass assemblies on 2016 Nissan Titan.
  • Developed novel solution for navigation screen reflection off back glass assembly on 2016 Titan.
  • Improved vehicle safety on 2016 Nissan Titan by designing components and processes which greatly increased roof strength and stiffness over previous generation Titan for purposes of snow load, heat distortion, and roof crush testing.
  • Utilized robust cross-sectional design of structural components, metal gauging, high strength steel, optimized mastic placement, and roof bead design to improve 2016 Nissan Titan roof strength and stiffness.
  • Created engineering drawings for product production utilizing GD&T.
  • Design and upkeep of carpet and floor components on NV series commercial vehicles.
  • With only 3 months experience, entrusted to develop, test, implement, and present design solution to senior leadership at Nissan headquarters to solve a cargo mat bunching problem during pallet loading on NV series cargo van.
107th Fighter Squadron MI ANGSelfridge ANGB, MIFighter Pilot / A-10C05/2013 to Current
  • Over 1100 hours of military flight experience in high performance aircraft including over 150 hours in combat operations over Afghanistan.
  • Navigates dynamically challenging and often time critical situations requiring decisive decision making, leadership, and task management skills.
  • Strong geometric problem solving skills to understand and ensure aircraft can remain within designated restrictions taking into account airspeed, altitude and angular difference between aircraft relative to target.
  • Squadron Safety Officer responsible for investigating aircraft mishaps while also presenting oral safety briefs to over 30 pilots, ensuring fellow aviators are educated on latest safety trends, procedures and mishap findings.
  • Hand-picked by leadership to perform duties of Awards and Decorations Officer due to strong writing skills; transcribed over 60 award citations to date.
  • Constant real-time mental fuel computations required, often during intense task saturating environments, to ensure aircraft maintain adequate fuel to safely recover following mission completion.
  • Combat Search and Rescue qualified pilot responsible for locating and protecting downed aircrew over hostile territory in contested environments while providing armed escort to friendly helicopters.
  • Supervisor of Flying responsible for monitoring weather patterns and assisting airborne aircraft during emergency situations.
  • Developed realistic combat training simulations to prepare fighter squadron for future deployments.
SkyWest AirlinesDetroit, MIFirst Officer10/2018 to Current
  • Operates multiple daily flights for Delta Connection in busy airspace and challenging weather patterns.
  • Responsible for the safety and comfort of 50+ passengers with over 650 hours of commercial flight expierence.
  • Utilizes Crew Resource Management to assist captain in safe flight operation of CRJ series aircraft.
  • Acts as a professional and assertive crew member while maintaining a shared mental model.
  • Upholds company values including appearance and professionalism with customers at all times.
Education and Training
Bachelor of Science:Mechanical Engineering12/2011Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, MI
  • Minor in Mathematics
  • Senior design project: Worked in team of 3 to design, develop and successfully test fly hybrid aerial vehicle.
  • Elective emphasis in thermodynamics including graduate level coursework.
Automotive Engineering Technology04/2007Central Michigan University, Mount Pleasant, MI
  • Credits Toward Bachelor of Science and Engineering (Mechanical)
  • Dean's List Honoree [Fall/Spring 2006-2007]
United States Air Force Officer Commission05/2014Academy Of Military Science, Maxwell AFB, AL
United States Air Force Pilot12/2015Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training, Vance AFB, OK
Accomplishments
  • Managers Award Nissan Automotive Body Design, 2013.
  • 2016 Nissan Titan back glass assembly patent, 2015.
  • Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training Leadership Award, 2015.
  • 96% academic average USAF Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training, 2015.
  • Ranked #4 of 37 Captain's and #4 of 55 Company Grade Officers during combat deployment, 2019.
  • Nominated for Company Grade Officer of the year by the Selfridge ANGB Operations Group, 2019.
  • Central Michigan University Dean's List, 2006-2007.
Leadership Experience
  • United States Air Force Officer Training School: Emphasis on leading team of prospective military Officer's through problem solving exercises and events to include timed obstacle courses, land navigation exercises, and classroom coursework.
  • Flight leader responsible for leading 2 single-seat fighter aircraft in both training and combat operations, providing close air support to American and NATO ground forces.
  • Class leader responsible for ensuring all 20 students including self successfully navigated over 400 hours of academics encompassing 18 written tests, over 100 hours of simulator time, and over 200 hours of actual flight time in grueling 54 week United States Air Force Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training program.
Volunteer
  • Formula SAE: Worked in team of 2 to design and test pneumatic shifting system for Western Michigan University's Formula SAE vehicle.
  • Handpicked to execute flybys over MI hospitals to honor healthcare workers fighting COVID-19.
  • Pilots For Kids: Provided Christmas cheer to disabled children at Beaumont Rehabilitation Center.
  • Western Michigan University's College of Aviation: Represented Michigan Air National Guard by interacting with and providing aviation career pathway insight to over 100 aviation students.
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Nissan Technical Center North America
  • 107th Fighter Squadron MI ANG
  • SkyWest Airlines

School Attended

  • Western Michigan University
  • Central Michigan University
  • Academy Of Military Science
  • Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training

Job Titles Held:

  • Body Design Engineer II
  • Fighter Pilot / A-10C
  • First Officer

Degrees

  • Bachelor of Science : Mechanical Engineering 12/2011
    Automotive Engineering Technology 04/2007
    United States Air Force Officer Commission 05/2014
    United States Air Force Pilot 12/2015

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