George Ndayizeye
Everett,WA
Summary
Seeking a broadening Program Technical Support/Structures Safety & Airworthiness (SAW) job Assignment where I can utilize my strong breath knowledge experience as Senior Structural Analysis Engineer who worked on various Airframe development Programs (787-8/9/-10, 777-9/-8, NMA), BCA Systems Stress (VC-25B), Interiors Responsibility Center (IRC Stress for all the Programs) and BCA Structure core: Knowledge Based Engineering (KBE). George is interested in Program Technical Support/ SAW statement work activities where I can make high impact contribution and strengthen safety, certification requirement and improve our standing with Reg Admin, ODA and the regulatory agencies. Apply innovative solutions, leadership, judgement and problem solving skills to identify and solve roots causes for Notification of Non-Compliances and make continuous process improvements. Apply gained integration skills at all levels cross functions horizontally, vertically in all areas (internal and external). As a lifelong learner who is consistently learning will bring a growth mindsets in the Program Technical support SAW. This Program Technical Support/Structures Safety & Airworthiness (SAW) Assignment will make George’s overall growth plans more rounded, specifically strengthen his ATF packet and growth into Engineering Level 5
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Work History
Structural Analysis Engineer, 787-8 Sec 49
THE BOEING COMPANY
Wa
09.2009 - 09.2013
- Performed Fatigue Analysis AFT Stop Tripod (Main Landing Gear Door) Entry in Service (EIS)
- Performed Fatigue analysis : Extract load in Abaqus Model and Run IDTAS
- Perform Fatigue Analysis Detail Type (Tripod, Lug Tension detail, Fastened Joint Tension Detail, Notched Tension Detail
787-8 Mission Improvement Section 49
The Boeing Company
Everett
09.2009 - 09.2010
- Performed Metallic Ducting Parts Analysis
- Developed Strengths Check Notes
Structural Analysis Engineer, 777-9 Sec 43 3rd CRN and Systems Stress
The Boeing Company
Everett
09.2012 - 09.2013
- Performed Installation Fittings and CRN Joint analysis
- Component Analysis – Fittings, CRN (tension, compression, shear, buckling...), Static analysis (Emergency Landing, Vibration Load and Abuse Load)
- Performed Glideslope Antenna Bird Strike Analysis
Structural Analysis Engineer, 787 Large Area Repair
- Performed margin of safety checks for butt splice joints using GKjoint
- Performed net tension check, Bearing check, inter-rivet buckling check, bolt fatigue and Damage tolerance analysis for each detail in the joint.
Senior Structural Analysis Engineer (Engineering Level 4), BCA Structures Engineering | Safety & Airworthiness (SAW)
The Boeing Company
01.2023 - Current
- Discipline Focal for the following NNCs:
- N21-49 MBRB Approval of Missed Skin JML Surface Profile Verifications on 787 Section 44 and 46 Fuselage Barrels at the 43/44, 44/46, and 46/47 Circumferential Body Joins
- Leading cross-functional team on execution plan. Developed NNC cancellation letter for FAA, RA&A is currently in review (in-work).
- N19-64: Engineering has not closely controlled the application of Full Size Determinant Assembly of 787-8-9-10 Wing Moveable Trailing Edge (Flaps Aileron Flaperon) Structures
- Spec needs update - Meetings with other teams to agree on changes
- Next steps: Coordinate with RA&A to send letter to FAA for deviation
- Represent Structures SAW for COSP pNNC Reviews and BPSM Functional Reviews
- Administer BPSM Functional Review for Structures SAW
- Develop and Distribute Reportability Guidance (NC/VDR/COSP/Speak Up/Other)
- Lead guidance documents update for NDT/Structures alignment for NDT Manual changes.
- Continue to project manage remaining corrective actions and harmonization for De-escalation requirements in AWLs (N23-86)
- George has been supporting Structures SAW, focused primarily on cross-model compliance investigations and BPSMs. This year he has continued managing corrective actions from N23-86 and harmonizing de-escalation requirement guidance to our operators, investigated the processes and understanding surround NDT procedures (used for 25.571 certification and instructions for continued airworthiness), he has led root cause and corrective action plan development for N24-39. He has taken responsibility for functional working review of Structures Compliance BPSMs relative to ATC/TC change activity (BPM Section 15.1) and managing the weekly functional review for the Structures SAW Chief Engineer.
- Presentation for STG and 777 ISC regarding De-escalation Changes for MPD Section 9/AWLs for different programs
- Supported various operator discussions - Ryan Air, Qatar Airways, and Turkish Airlines
- Cross-model, complex compliance risk for multiple programs related to de-escalation of baseline maintenance tasks post fatigue threshold and a related noncompliance N23-86.
- He successfully led the release of BCA-Struct-SAW-24-003 which ensures that the deliverables we issue to our customers provides them with the necessary information to allow them to confidently maintain compliance as their fleet ages and approaches fatigue limits.
- Additionally George has integrated and drafted Struct-SAW-24-004 in routing for signature, which will provide instructions to each program to harmonize language in their ICA documents.
- He will continue to manage these actions as they are completed.
- He has also started to work another larger project investigating E-UM authorizations and applicant processes for approval of NDT procedures.
- Multi-model Inspection De-escalation strategy and corrective action.
- Identifying differences and gaps
- Communicating and lead any required corrective action, preferred common approach
- Delineate guidance for operators through CoordSheets, as required, in support of Optimized maintenance planning.
- Understand, illustrate, and proposed improvements for value stream between MBRB, MPD, IPTs, and MPE
- Presentations and participation within Boeing Structures Oversight Group for Continued Airworthiness as required.
- Lead University of Washington Mechanical Boeing, ME 498/599 Spring 2023 Structural Engineering in Commercial Aircraft course
- Co - Author Boeing Enterprise Smarter Testing Design Practice: Efficient Test Practices
Senior Structural Analysis Engineer (Engineering Level 4), Boeing Lead, UW ME498/599 course
The Boeing Company
01.2021 - Current
- George leads Boeing – Instructed UW ME498/599 course covering structural engineering in commercial aircraft topics to senior engineering undergraduate and graduate students. Boeing continues to strengthen its relationship with the UW Mechanical Engineering department by offering the course. The Boeing UW ME Course is being sponsored by Steve Chisholm, VP, Boeing Structural & Mechanical Functional Chief Engineer and Nyle Miyamoto, Sr. Director, BCA Structures Engineering. There are about 60 Boeing Engineers, SMEs, Tech Fellows and Executives involved with the course.
- Update 777-9 analysis with Flight Loads Survey
- Generate 777-9 Flight Load Survey Wing Box Interface Loads for Panels Updates
Structural Analysis Engineer, on loan
BGS, FEDEX 777-200F CRAF
01.2022 - 02.2022
- Provided technical guidance to Boeing Global services, FEDEX Commercial 777-200 F conversion to 777-200 F CRAF (Civil Reserve Air Fleet), to carry Military Pallets/Containers types. Goal is to solve the problem systematically to prove 777-200F ILFEM (Up and Down Load) enveloped 777-200 F CRAF, and mitigated any load exceedance to minimize statement work.
- Reviewed 777-200F and 777-200F CRAF and provided summary of feedback/comments/recommendation
- Reviewed 777F FEDEX WBM and determined its impact/limitation on 777-200F CRAF
Structural Analysis Engineer, PAR VC-25B
01.2022 - 01.2022
- Defined and developed PAR VC-25B Environment Cooling Systems (ECS) LRU (Equipment) Qualification Statement of Work
- Defined the execution plan for PAR VC-25B Environment Cooling Systems (ECS) LRU (Equipment) Qualification Statement of Work
- Authored ECS Pneumatic Systems Limit and Ultimate Loads CoP that supports ECS Pneumatic Systems Limit and Ultimate Loads support Systems stress Design Practice ECS Pneumatic Systems and Equipment.
Structural Analysis Engineer, Interiors Responsibility Center (IRC Stress)
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Executed Main Cabin Ceilings, Lowered Ceilings and Side Walls Structures Stress Responsibilities, Customer Intro, Generate Interface loads, Strengths Checks Notes (SCN), Airlines customer supports, factory support and post production support
- Co-authored Design Practice - Forced Latch failure during Decompression
- Created IRC Stress Engineering Organization KPI (People, Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost and Innovation).
Structural Analysis Engineer, 777-9 Fuselage – Section 45
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Updated Analysis and Strengths Check Notes for Section 45 Structures (After Wheel Well Bulkhead Structures (AWWB, AWWB_Lower Chord, AWWB_T-Chord, AWWB_Side Fitting, etc.), A/H-Frames due to Fuselage Static Test Findings (Section 46 Rework and Section 45 Static Test Findings).
- Executed Section 45 Miscellaneous Fittings Structures – Static Test Correlation Activity to support Fuselage Static Test.
Structural Analysis Lead Engineer, New Mid-Market – NMA Section 49 Wing to Body Fairing Metallic Structure Analysis Package
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Led development and streamline of structural analysis Tools to increase analysis efficiency by applying knowledge based engineering. Lead the development of Wing to Body Fairing Frame & Intercostal Analysis KBIT Tool “Frame and Intercostal Analyzer Tool (Provide architecture/requirement, validate and functional Test the Tool). Coordinate with Knowledge Based Engineering IT Team.
- Accomplishment – “Frame and Intercostal Analyzer Tool was developed successfully and it is being utilized for initial load sizing – Saved non-recurring hours – Increase significantly efficiency – Reduce Analysis Flow time Significantly (5~6% more efficient compared to legacy analysis Tool)
- Leads development, integration and documentation of structural requirements to establish the NMA Fuselage Mid body – Wing to Body Fairing design (specifically).
- Coordinates with other engineering groups to establish the product's environment. Guides product design and verifies structural integrity by using and developing analytical methods, finite element models/simulations and other analysis tools throughout the product development
Structural Analysis Engineer, 777-8 Fuselage Section 43
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Fuselage Structural Analysis mainly focusing on maturing Fuselage Cargo Floor Structure (support Convergence Cycles and Layout phases maturity), Fuselage Section 43
- Fuselage Cargo IG loads Focal
- Currently VLAO Group is using my 777-9 Floor/Frame Cargo Unit load cases Development Tool as baseline to develop “Universal/automated Cargo Floor Unit load template Tool called FFLOADS” that will generate Floor/Frame loads for Cargo loads cases using for future Airplane development Programs (777-8, NMA, 777X freighter, etc.): I had been tasked to provide guidance and share knowledge on Cargo unit load development methodologies, principles, requirements and answer any questions related to what was done on 777-9. Tool will save many Engineering Hours and Eliminated Errors.
- Developed portion of Fuselage 777-8 Floor/frame loads for Cargo load cases and Load Cards.
- Reviewed 777-8 Floor/Frame Cargo load cases generated by VLAO newly tool “FFLOADS”
- Coordinated with multiple groups including the Cargo Systems, fuselage stress, and finite element model team for 777-8 Floor/frame loads for Cargo load cases development.
Structural Analysis Engineer, 777-9 Fuselage/Body Integration-Light Body Joins
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Performed circumferential join/Splices Analysis BSTA 655+252 Section43 Fwd /Section 43 Aft (Static and Fatigue Analysis) Preliminary and Design Cycle.
- Support Structural Layouts Analysis, Drawing and Parts/Modules release (Circ Joins Crown, Side and Keel) Release etc.
- Underwing Longeron Analysis – Ultimate Analysis (Temporally)
Structural Analysis Engineer, Product Development 777X Fuselage
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Established methodologies to develop 777X Floor/Frame Load (777X adopted 787 Cargo Floor Style/Containers/Pallets individual restrained, resulted in thousands lbs. weight savings). Worked closely with Top Program Associated Technical Fellow.
- Developed the fuselage 777-9 frame loads for cargo load cases and Load Cards. Key new process for the program which was utilizing a cargo system similar to the 787 but with an aluminum fuselage.
- Coordinated with multiple groups including the Cargo Systems, fuselage stress, and finite element model team.
- Contributed in implementation of 2 additional LD3 Containers (Trade Study) to support Floor/Frame Loads release in March 2015.
- Completed the task on schedule with almost no errors which was the first time that has happened on a new Boeing Products.
Structural Analysis Engineer, Product Development 787-10X Stress
01.2013 - 01.2014
- 787-10 Fuselage/Body Integration:
- Performed Circumference Join/Splices analysis activity to meet Gate 4 (Business goal to launch Program)
- Forward Body Circumference Join Stress Focal: BSTA 597 (S41/S43) and Aft Body Circumference Join BSTA 1605(S46/S47): 787-9/-10X Loads Vs MS Comparison
- 787-10 Wing to Body Fairing:
- Coordinate Wing to Body Fairing and Main Landing Gear Door Load development and getting FEM Input Data from other groups (ECS, Aero, Internal Load, etc.), Loads comparison, etc.
Structural Analysis Engineer Lead, 787-9 Section 49: Wing to Body Fairing Forward and Aft Sections
01.2009 - 01.2013
- Led Sizing for Metallic Parts (Frame, Intercostal, Tie Rods, etc.) as well generate Strength Checks Notes (Preliminary, Design Cycle).
- Developed Lead level Schedule
- Led and Coordinated Forward Section Team (BDC Stress Engineers), Coordinated with Boeing Canada- Winnipeg Designers Engineers
- Provided properties update for Wing To Body Fairing Finite Element Model
- Reviewed metallic parts analysis package completed by Boeing Design Center Moscow Engineers.
- Reviewed and released layouts and drawings.
Stress Engineer, Knowledge Based Engineering, KBE
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Support various Analysis Tool Development specifically Wing to Body Fairing Composite Panel Analysis Tool.
Product Development Engineer
Corning Cable Systems
Hickory and Winston Salem, NC
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Led or Co-led product development projects through 5 stage-Gate process (Scoping, Build Business case, development, testing & validation then launch): 4 Projects with an overall of Net Present Value of $12MM
- Developed various product development concepts
- Developed product experiment test data
- Run pilot production sample
- Introduced new products/Materials in manufacturing environments
- Write technical reports
Research Assistant
University of North Carolina at Charlotte (UNCC)
Charlotte, NC
01.2004 - 01.2006
- Hypothermic machine perfusion (HMP) preservation of livers for transportation Research (Determine the effect of shear stress at hypothermic temperatures on endothelial cells in the isolated livers, effect of shear stress on endothelial cells in a microshear chamber at hypothermic temperatures, etc)
- In partnership with Carolina Medical Center Transplantation Group and Organ Recovery Systems to scale-up HMP livers for transplants (CMC)
- Tools: MSC Patran/Nastran, Abaqus, Boeing Tools (IAS, CSW, SA, FEADMS etc)
Education
Master of Aerospace Engineering - Concentration in Composites Structures
University of Washington (UW)
Seattle, WA01-2017
Bachelor of Science, B.S. - Mechanical Engineering, BSME
University of North Carolina At Charlotte, UNCC
NC01-2006
Skills
- MSC Patran/Nastran, Abaqus, Boeing Tools (IAS, CSW, SA, FEADMS etc)
Accomplishments
- 2023 Black Engineer of The Years (BEYA) – Tier 1: WALT W. BRAITHWAITE LEGACY AWARD for Outstanding Technical Contribution 2023
- Recognizing Exceptional Performance Award 2021
- Recognizing for outstanding dedication and significant contribution for the release of the Forced Latch Failure Design Practice. Your committed hard work, endless support and determination made it possible to have this design practice released and completed on time.
- Recognizing Exceptional Performance Award 2019
- Recognize your efforts supporting the development of KBIT's Section 49, Frame and Intercostal sizing tool. Your Contributions to defining the tool requirements, engaging KBIT during software development and beta testing multiple tool versions went above and beyond expectations to enable the delivery of the tool ahead of our first cycle loads. I would specifically like to acknowledge how you embraced the Boeing Behaviors, Be Leaders and Be Collaborators, by directly teaming with KBIT that enabled them to focus and finish on the final release of the tool
- Recognizing Exceptional Performance Award 2018
- This award recognizes your outstanding efforts in the delivery of the 777-8X Structures Engineering Fuselage, ILFEM initial properties delivery. Your resilience & determination was demonstrated by successfully responding to unplanned configuration changes in MTOW, fuselage length & Circ splice relocation by developing properties for each configuration. Your application of a “right sized” method of analysis balancing engineering technical quality, available resources & schedule enabled the on time delivery of properties w/high quality & within resource allocation despite a significant & unplanned, change in work statement.
- 2017 Black Engineer of The Year (BEYA) – Science Spectrum Trailblazer Award (BEYA STEM – Global Competitiveness Conference Award Winners)
- Featured article in the newly Boeing Innovation Quarterly Magazine Launch
- Black Engineer of the Year Conference Awards
- Chosen as 2015 Boeing Future Leader based on successful performance, demonstrated leadership, proactive development, and other actions contributing to the success of the Boeing Company. (Selected by Boeing Commercial Airplane Leadership).
- Recognizing exceptional performance Award From 777X Senior Managements
- This award is to recognize you for your outstanding effort in support of the 777-9 Floor/Frame Unit Loads and Load Cards milestone. Your individual contribution and dedication toward meeting this critical path event especially with the implementation of 2 additional LD3 containers has positioned us for a successful Floor/Frame Loads release in March 2015. Thank You for owning this commitment and for making our IPT successful!
- Appreciation Award (Boeing Product Development- Advanced Concepts)
- For providing insightful analysis of opportunities and risks in the African aerospace market in support of the 2013 Advanced Concepts 2050 Threats and Opportunities Project (Submitted4 Papers).
- Dave Morgan Excellence Award (787 Mid Body)
- Recognized for exceptional professionalism and commitment to 787-9 Sec 49 (Wing to body fairing), Stress analysis Statement of Work. Taking more responsibility and getting it done!
- Performance Excellence Award (Corning Cable Systems)
- Certifies that George Ndayizeye was a member of a team which generated a significant process improvement (Values, Execution and Improvement) for Corning Incorporated.
Certification
4 Engineering Certificates From Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), California Institute of Technology (Caltech), University of Washington(UW) & The Boeing Company:, Certificate in Additive Manufacturing for Innovative Design and Production, Massachusetts Institute & The Boeing Company 7/2018, The 9 weeks curriculum led by MIT faculty and industry experts to address the fundamentals, applications, and implications of additive manufacturing (AM), also known as 3D printing. Walk away with an in-depth understanding of the technical principles of AM, its advanced design principles, and its breakthrough applications across the product lifecycle. At the end of this 9-week course, be ready to architect and implement innovative uses of AM in your organization, and envision new AM-enabled products, processes, and business models., Certificate in Systems Engineering Fundamentals, California Institute of Technology and The Boeing Company 2013, The 56-hour curriculum is designed to meet the evolving needs of industry. The program focuses on practical methods and tools for eliciting user needs and requirements, defining robust system architectures and designs, and effectively verifying and validating the operation of the product. Participants learn current industry best-practices to ensure robust, cost-effective designs that meet stringent functional, performance, and cost requirements., Certificate in Aircraft Composite Structural Analysis and Design 06/2012, University of Washington and The Boeing Company, Three courses consisting of instruction in composite fundamentals, Damage tolerant design, Composite aircraft primary structures and Design case studies and solution Sponsored by the University of Washington Department of Aeronautics and Astronautics and Developed in partnership with the Boeing Company Payloads and Structures Engineering and Learning, Training and Development Organizations., Certificate in Modern Aircraft Structures 12/2009, University of Washington and The Boeing Company, Three courses consisting of 100 hours of Instruction in Design and Analysis of Modern Aircraft Structures, Finite Element Analysis, and Fatigue and Failure Analysis Sponsored by the University of Washington Department of Aeronautics and Astronautics and Developed in partnership with the Boeing Company Payloads and Structures Engineering and Learning, Training and Development Organizations.
Languages
Multi-lingual including excellent written and oral French.
Section name
- George Ndayizeye
- Resume
- 4/06/2023
Publications
- Effect of Oncotic Support on Endothelial Cells and Hepatocellular Functions after Hypothermic Machine Perfusion Preservation of Steatotic Liver. Journal of Transplantation Society
- Wang, Haining; Singh Joneja, Jaideep; Ndayizeye, George; Lee, Charles.
- Investigation of Gaseous Condition on Non-Heart-Beating Donor Livers during Hypothermic Machine Perfusion Preservation. 2005 Summer Bioengineering Conference.
- Lingeng Wang, George Ndayizeye, Jaideep Joneja, Shailendra Jain Juan X Zhang, Mark F Clemens and Charles Y Lee.
Leadership Training
- Boeing Enterprise Mechanical & Structural Talent Engagement Program (MSTEP) Class of 2024, a two-year program with the mission to develop and accelerate future engineering leaders.
- Boeing Future Leaders workshop at the 2015 BEYA STEM Global Competitiveness Conference
- Leadership is achieving results through influence workshop
- Technical Lead Engineer (Professional development)
- Crucial Skills for Effective Leads (Professional development)
Timeline
Senior Structural Analysis Engineer (Engineering Level 4), BCA Structures Engineering | Safety & Airworthiness (SAW)
The Boeing Company
01.2023 - Current
Structural Analysis Engineer, on loan
BGS, FEDEX 777-200F CRAF
01.2022 - 02.2022
Structural Analysis Engineer, PAR VC-25B
01.2022 - 01.2022
Senior Structural Analysis Engineer (Engineering Level 4), Boeing Lead, UW ME498/599 course
The Boeing Company
01.2021 - Current
Structural Analysis Engineer, Interiors Responsibility Center (IRC Stress)
01.2020 - 01.2022
Structural Analysis Engineer, 777-9 Fuselage – Section 45
01.2019 - 01.2020
Structural Analysis Lead Engineer, New Mid-Market – NMA Section 49 Wing to Body Fairing Metallic Structure Analysis Package
01.2019 - 01.2020
Structural Analysis Engineer, 777-8 Fuselage Section 43
01.2018 - 01.2019
Structural Analysis Engineer, 777-9 Fuselage/Body Integration-Light Body Joins
01.2015 - 01.2018
Structural Analysis Engineer, Product Development 777X Fuselage
01.2014 - 01.2016
Structural Analysis Engineer, Product Development 787-10X Stress
01.2013 - 01.2014
Structural Analysis Engineer, 777-9 Sec 43 3rd CRN and Systems Stress
The Boeing Company
09.2012 - 09.2013
Structural Analysis Engineer, 787-8 Sec 49
THE BOEING COMPANY
09.2009 - 09.2013
787-8 Mission Improvement Section 49
The Boeing Company
09.2009 - 09.2010
Structural Analysis Engineer Lead, 787-9 Section 49: Wing to Body Fairing Forward and Aft Sections
01.2009 - 01.2013
Stress Engineer, Knowledge Based Engineering, KBE
01.2008 - 01.2009
Product Development Engineer
Corning Cable Systems
01.2006 - 01.2008
Research Assistant
University of North Carolina at Charlotte (UNCC)
01.2004 - 01.2006
Structural Analysis Engineer, 787 Large Area Repair
Master of Aerospace Engineering - Concentration in Composites Structures
University of Washington (UW)
Bachelor of Science, B.S. - Mechanical Engineering, BSME
University of North Carolina At Charlotte, UNCC