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Aaron Clem

Ashburn,Virginia

Summary

Accomplished Manufacturing Engineer with a proven track record at Mercury Systems, adept in leading product line transitions and optimizing manufacturing processes. Skilled in soldering and critical thinking, I excel in enhancing manufacturability and training teams, significantly improving production efficiency and quality. Demonstrates strong leadership and communication, ensuring project success and operational excellence.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Manufacturing Engineer

MFG-One
07.2024 - Current
  • Developed and maintained up-to-date procedural documentation for assembly
  • Researched and procured materials and tools for production line setup
  • Reviewed and corrected BOMs
  • Conducted training sessions on crimping and soldering techniques
  • Created and implemented ESD protocols
  • Developed electrical testing procedures
  • Generated engineering change orders
  • Led the launch of new product line
  • Assist in diagnosing cause of unit failures and advised new process to prevent future failures

Manufacturing Engineer

Mercury Systems
11.2019 - Current
  • Project leader for assigned programs to ensure all release-to-manufacturing criteria is met
  • Assigned product line absorbed from sister business unit
  • Provide technical support in troubleshooting, debugging and repairing techniques on production units
  • Lead production technicians on build process of newly introduced configurations
  • Technical liaison between operations, project management and engineering
  • Lead interdepartmental design review meetings for prototypes and first article units
  • Modify material as needed using hand/machine tools
  • Minor SMT repair and modification
  • Train teammates and production technicians on ERP and MES systems
  • Create and process engineering change orders
  • Solder and crimp custom cables/harnesses for prototype and first article builds
  • Create and maintain work instructions
  • Develop and implement manufacturing processes to optimize production, reduce costs, and improve quality
  • Train production personnel in safe work practices and new process techniques

Lead Technician

Mercury Systems
02.2017 - 11.2019
  • Train production personnel in safe work practices and new process techniques
  • Directed team of technicians on build process and workmanship standards
  • Assembled aerospace compliant rack mounted servers
  • Minor troubleshooting and part replacements for RMA units
  • Trained new production staff on build process, workmanship and best manufacturing practices
  • Recorded and suggested methodology of improved build process for manufacturing engineers
  • Trained staff to use new equipment and troubleshoot technical issues
  • Diagnosed and resolved basic technical issues

Sub Assembly Supervisor

Germane Systems
08.2016 - 02.2017
  • Built sub assemblies for server integration
  • Masked and conformal coated PCB assemblies
  • Modified metal and plastic components using hand/machine tools
  • Basic power troubleshooting on fan assemblies
  • Developed and implemented training for assembly personnel to ensure compliance with production standards
  • Supervised staff of 5 new hires

Education

B.S. - Criminal Justice

Radford University
Radford, VA
12.2015

Skills

  • Product Management
  • Agile
  • PDM
  • Power Point
  • Soldering
  • Time Management
  • Manufacturability Improvements
  • Communication
  • Leadership
  • Critical Thinking
  • 6S Methodology
  • Risk assessment

Certification

  • CIT: J-Standard 001, IPC, 04/01/23, Certified IPC trainer in J-Standard 001: Soldered electrical and electronic assemblies
  • CIS: IPC/WHMA-A-620, IPC, 08/01/17, Acceptability for cable/wire harness assemblies
  • CIS: IPC 610, IPC, 08/01/17, Acceptability of electronic assemblies

Timeline

Manufacturing Engineer

MFG-One
07.2024 - Current

Manufacturing Engineer

Mercury Systems
11.2019 - Current

Lead Technician

Mercury Systems
02.2017 - 11.2019

Sub Assembly Supervisor

Germane Systems
08.2016 - 02.2017

B.S. - Criminal Justice

Radford University

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