Cody Brennan
Tucson
Summary
Dynamic Manufacturing Engineer with a proven track record at WorldView Enterprises, achieving over 4000% cost savings through innovative additive manufacturing solutions. Skilled in tooling design and process optimization, I excel in collaborative environments, ensuring compliance with AS9100 standards while driving continuous improvement and efficiency in aerospace systems.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Manufacturing Engineer II / Additive Manufacturing Engineer
WorldView Enterprises
Tucson
05.2023 - Current
- Developed job travelers and detailed manufacturing work instructions for flight and ground parts
- Spearheaded the launch of the additive manufacturing department, achieving over 4000% cost savings
- Created and validated pressure mapping and inspection protocols to optimize equipment efficiency
- Designed tooling and fabricated components to improve production flow and reduce downtime
- Collaborated with design engineers to assess DFM constraints, reduce part counts, and improve manufacturability
- Led integration and QA review of customer payloads ensuring flight-readiness and spec compliance
- Evaluated new materials and processes through data collection and testing for R&D scalability.
Aerospace Maintenance Specialist
USAF, Davis-Monthan Air Force Base
Tucson
04.2013 - Current
- Maintained over $200M in secure military equipment, achieving 100% readiness
- Led cost-reduction efforts through Waste Busters program, saving $30K in one quarter
- Experienced in both mechanical and electrical aerospace systems under strict quality and safety standards.
Mechanical Technician
WorldView Enterprises
Tucson
02.2022 - 05.2023
- Maintained production-level 3D printers, saving over $5K annually in vendor services
- Assembled and tested complex aerospace components for successful high-altitude missions
- Supported R&D by machining, fabricating, and testing custom hardware under tight deadlines.
Engineering Intern
Composite Mirror Applications
Tucson
04.2019 - 12.2019
- Supported design of optical systems for DoD prototypes, contributing to a $2M defense contract
- Deployed advanced 3D printing techniques, reducing material waste and cutting $16K in cost annually.
Education
B.S - Electronic Systems Engineering Technology (Mechatronics
ECPI University
Virginia Beach, VA08.2023
Skills
- Aerospace & Mechanical Systems
- Additive Manufacturing (DFAM, Topology Optimization)
- ASME Y145, Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing
- Work Instructions & Process Documentation
- Tooling Design & Fabrication
- Continuous Improvement (4000% cost savings achieved)
- Cost-Benefit Analysis & Forecasting
- CAD (SolidWorks, AutoCAD) CNC Familiarity
- Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Equipment maintenance
- Process optimization
- AS9100 and aerospace quality standards
- CNC & CAM Understanding (Programming collaboration)
- SolidWorks AutoCAD 3D Printer Slicer Software
Languages
- Fluent in English (written & spoken)
Additional Information
- Citizen | Secret Clearance
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Manufacturing Engineer II / Additive Manufacturing Engineer
WorldView Enterprises
05.2023 - Current
Mechanical Technician
WorldView Enterprises
02.2022 - 05.2023
Engineering Intern
Composite Mirror Applications
04.2019 - 12.2019
Aerospace Maintenance Specialist
USAF, Davis-Monthan Air Force Base
04.2013 - Current
B.S - Electronic Systems Engineering Technology (Mechatronics
ECPI University
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