CAREER SUMMARY

I am a mechanical engineer with several years of related work experience in industry.  Through my education, I have been able to learn hands on and have front line experience working with projects, budgets, and deadlines.  Throughout my education and work, I have gained a strong understanding of general engineering disciplines, and excellent leadership and people skills. 

EDUCATION

Master of Business Administration

Huntsman School of Business, Utah State University
Expected Graduation Date: June 2012.  GPA: 3.80

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Utah State University, Graduated in May 2011.  GPA: 3.50

Associate Degrees in Machining Technology and Computer Aided Design

Bridgerland Applied Technology College, Graduated in June 2008

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

<tbody> <tr> <td width="242">Leadership<br /> Manufacturing</td> <td width="242">Quality<br /> C.A.D. / C.A.M.</td> <td width="242">Team / Group Work<br /> Problem Solving</td> </tr> </tbody>

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Mechanical Engineer, Alliant Techsystems (ATK)                                                                June 2009 - Current

• Work on a engineering team to design parts and assemblies for space simulation chambers
• Project manager for several projects for different primary government contractors
• Perform basic finite element analysis simulations using computer software
• Generate blue prints using C.A.D. software and produce job travelers for the shop floor

Research and Development Student Intern, Ophir-Spiricon                              June, 2008 – August, 2008

• Converted metric units into standard units on mechanical drawings using Visual C.A.D.
• Reverse engineered devices and parts to generate mechanical drawings and assemblies
• Worked on an engineering team to design and build laser diagnostic equipment 

Quality Assurance and Inspection, Central Valley Machine (CVM)                   October, 2007 – June, 2009

• Performed final inspection of fabricated and machined parts to insure they met customer specifications
• Created inspection reports to document actual measurements and any non-conformances
• Translated dimensions and features from C.A.D. models to dimensions and features in C.A.M. programs

Bindery, Square One Printing                                                                         December, 2007 – December, 2009

• Operated a variety of bindery equipment including folders, scorers, perforators, cutters, etc.
• Delivered completed products and services on time to customers in and around Logan, Utah
• Cleaned, organized, and maintained inventory such as paper, ink, chemicals, cardboard, etc.

MBA PROJECTS

Wheelchair Lift, Center for Persons with Disabilities (CPD)                                        September, 2011 – Current

• Continuation of my senior project in mechanical engineering that we are pursuing an utility patent on
• Analyze the marketplace and determine the level of interest and need in such a device
• Help to coordinate the efforts of the school of mechanical engineering, business, and the IPO office

Market Research, Outdoor Scoop                                                                   September, 2011 – December, 2011

• Worked as a team to develop a marketing campaign for a new social media website
• Took part of various focus group interviews to obtain understanding of the marketplace
• Delivered and presented a final report and presentation for our customer