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Brian Letts

Christiansburg,VA

Summary

Dynamic Manufacturing Engineer with a proven track record at Aeroprobe, adept in CAD/CAM Modeling and leading teams to exceed project goals. Excelled in applying CNC Machining and project management skills to streamline manufacturing processes, ensuring 100% compliance with DFM requirements. Skilled in fostering collaboration and innovation in high-stakes environments.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Manufacturing Engineer

Aeroprobe
08.2014 - 02.2025
  • Applied project management metrics and tools in oversight of engineering and manufacturing projects and program services.
  • Coordinated selection of manufacturing methods, fabrication, and operation of product designs.
  • Identified problems and specific resolutions to fix defective, damaged, or malfunctioning parts, assemblies, equipment and systems.
  • Reviewed products for compliance with Design for Manufacturing (DFM) requirements.
  • Supervised product development and introduction of prototypes for instrumentation designs.

Sheet Metal Fabricator

PRIDE Industries
07.2010 - 08.2014
  • Interpreted blueprints, schematics and technical documentation to obtain project instructions and completion requirements.
  • Smoothed burred surfaces of joints and seams to minimize damage to other metal components.
  • Learned to form sheet metal parts such as sleeves, collars, and pressed elbows from different materials.
  • Inspected welded projects to verify alignment with blueprint specifications.
  • Cut, bent and shaped metal sheets and components to meet specific project requirements.

Construction Foreman

O'Neill Construction
04.2005 - 02.2008
  • Interacted with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues effectively.
  • Collaborated with management and fellow supervisors to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
  • Supervised material usage and contractor man-hours to keep projects in line with budgetary restrictions.
  • Supervised field crews to maximize quality and work efficiency.
  • Inspected work for compliance with applicable regulations and job specifications.

Education

Associate of Science - Engineering

New River Community College

Skills

CNC Machining

CAD/CAM Modeling

G-code Programming

Welding

Brazing

Soldering

Exotic Materials

Basic Shop Tools

Procurement

Metrology

Microsoft Office 365

Quality Control

Interests

  • Backpacking
  • Gardening
  • I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
  • Enjoying the art of baking and pastry-making, experimenting with recipes
  • Food Photography

Timeline

Manufacturing Engineer

Aeroprobe
08.2014 - 02.2025

Sheet Metal Fabricator

PRIDE Industries
07.2010 - 08.2014

Construction Foreman

O'Neill Construction
04.2005 - 02.2008

Associate of Science - Engineering

New River Community College

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