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I served in the US Navy as a aircraft mechanic, I received my Associate in Applied Science degree from John A Logan Collage in Computer Aided Design and Drafting. I worked at Boeing Aerospace Co. as a Technical Illustrator. I received my Bachelor of Arts degree in Graphic Design from Upper Iowa University. I now work for a government contractor as a 3D Graphics Programmer and Engineering Drafter.

Experience

  • 3D Graphics Programmer/Engineering Drafter Leidos · Full-time Jun 2020 – Present 4 yrs 6 mos Colorado Springs, CO, United States • Support government Configuration Management (CM) lead in his activities.
    • Update Space Based Infrared System (SBIRS) drawings and models to current configuration as changes are implemented.
    • Research available system and documentation as projects dictate, and restructure drawing database hierarchy to accommodate need structure changes.
    • Actively supported SNP with the submission and delivery of Mobile Communication Vehicle (MCV) modification drawings from Kansas City National Security Campus (KCNSC) for PDM vehicle modifications.
    • Integrate modified documents from KCNSC drafting personal and SNP task lead into the existing system drawing package and modified the overall drawing tree.
    • Provide engineering team support locating drawings and needed documentation packages for task including MCV battery charger replacement, ADU W2 cable rebuild, PCPU repair, and display slide rail replacement.
  • TOOL DESIGNER ENTEGEE ENGINEERING · Full-time Nov 2017 – Jun 2020 2 yrs 7 mos Davenport, IA, United States • Worked primarily on fixtures for assembly, welding, work holding, special tools used in machining and assembly.
    • Determined practical approach to determining tolerance as it relates to manufacturing, assembly, and welding.
    • Evaluated what equipment and process will be needed to complete the work.
    • Used computerized design and CAD tools including CREO, SolidWorks, and Inventor to perform job requirements.
    • Active knowledge of tool design, machines, engineering standards, procedures, and new technology (materials, hydraulic and/or pneumatic clamping).
  • REVERSE ENGINEER GEOMETRIC AMERICAS INC. · Full-time Dec 2008 – Nov 2017 8 yrs 11 mos Davenport, IA, United States • Studied existing tool design and extracting that information to determine how the pieces fit together when the original blueprint is no longer available.
    • Collected abstracted information and create a conceptual model using CREO CAD software, with each piece of the model explaining its function in the overall structure.
    • Worked with John Deere Combine harvester S-Series manufacturing engineers to review the CAD models and test it in various scenarios as a guide for new tooling requirements.
  • PRODUCT DESIGN AMSTED RAIL · Full-time Oct 2001 – Dec 2008 7 yrs 2 mos St. Louis, MO, United States • Assisted product engineering in creating technical drawings of cast iron side frame and bolster for rail car trucks.
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    • Created a database for all existing technical drawings and design data to keep track of drawing revisions.
    • Produced prototype 3D models for stress and functional test.
    • Assisted in defining product specifications and designing fully functional product.
  • MECHANICAL DESIGNER PLANET TOOL AND ENGINEERING · Full-time Nov 1996 – Oct 2001 4 yrs 11 mos O'Fallon, MO, United States • Designed and created technical drawings for custom automation machine.
    • Sourced material and worked with vendors to procure OEM parts and equipment.
    • Created 3D concept models and virtual simulations for design review and approval.
    • Retrofit mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems for automation machine, jigs and fixture assembly.
  • Technical Illustrator Boeing · Full-time Jun 1989 – Nov 1996 7 yrs 5 mos St. Louis, MO, United States • Responsible for the retrofit of the F-15 aircraft.
    • Researched and analyzed different F-15 configurations to determine different retrofit changes for each aircraft.
    • Procured hardware and tools need to install new equipment.
    • Provided to the Air Force retrofit kits which comprised of parts, hardware, illustrations and documents for installing new equipment.
  • AIRCRAFT STRUCTURAL MECHANIC United States Navy · Full-time Feb 1983 – Feb 1987 4 yrs China Lake Acres, CA, United States • Maintaining and repairing onboard systems, such as hydraulic pumps, auxiliary power systems and more
    • Maintaining aircraft landing gear, brakes, pneumatic systems and related components
    • Inspecting and replacing hydraulic system components
    • Repairing aircraft fuselage, wings, airfoils, seats, wheels and tires, controls and mechanisms
    • Installing and rigging aircraft flight control surfaces
    • Assembling metal components to make repairs to aircraft exterior.
    • Performing daily, preflight, postflight and other types of aircraft inspections

Education

  • Upper Iowa University Bachelor of Arts, Graphic Design, 4.0 2018 – 2020 Activities and Societies: null • Advertising Design
    • Branding
    • Consumer Behavior
    • Digital Photography and Editing
    • Digital Video and Editing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Typography
    • Web Publishing and social media
  • John A Logan College Asocciate of Applied Science, Computer Aided & Drafting, 4.0 1987 – 1989 Activities and Societies: null • Manufacturing process
    • Metallurgy
    • Technical drafting
    • Computer graphics
    • Materials
    • CAD/CAM operation
    • Industrial design
    • Technical physics

Other experience

  • Skills • ASME Y14 Standards
    • CorelDraw
    • Adobe Photoshop
    • Adobe Illustrator
    • Solid Works 2D/3D
    • AutoCAD 2D
    • Cero Elements 2D/3D

Licenses & Certifications

  • SolidWorks Associate, Mechanical Design D'Assault Systemes May 2024 – Present
Stats

Age: 62

Joined: October 12, 2020

Last seen: December 3, 2024

Area of Expertise
3D Modeling 3D Design Services CAD Drawing Services 3D Solid Modeling Blender 3D Modeling Services Assembly Modeling Services CAD Drawing Standardization Mechanical CAD Design 3D Product Modeling 2D to 3D Modeling

Languages

English Professional working proficiency

Location

Colorado Springs, CO, United States