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Jawuan Wilson

Hampton,VA

Summary

Dynamic Mechanical Engineer with over 5 years of research and project experience, highlighted by valuable outcomes. Proven success at Newport News Shipbuilding, enhancing maritime overhaul efficiency by 20%. Proficient in SolidWorks and technical documentation, I excel in troubleshooting and project leadership. Recognized for outstanding teamwork, I leverage strong analytical skills to drive innovative solutions in complex engineering challenges.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Engineer Mechanical 1, Submarine Fleet Support - Machinery and Propulsion

Newport News Shipbuilding
Newport News, VA
10.2023 - Current
  • Developed and delivered 31 Technical Work Documents, enhancing overhaul efficiency for 688-class submarines by 20%.
  • Leading the execution of 46 work packages, improving re-planning efficiency for SSN 764 by 25%, and meeting project deadlines.
  • Responsible for being the liaison between shipboard/shop trade operations, SUPSHIP and customer, U.S. Navy.
  • Proficiently provide troubleshooting services to aid machinery hardware installation.
  • Streamlined operations network, boosting on-time product delivery by 15%, and reducing the impact of cost schedule.
  • Received On-the-Spot Award for outstanding teamwork and initiative in completing a critical project ahead of schedule.

Computational Sciences Graduate Intern

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Livermore, CA
06.2023 - 08.2023
  • Graduate intern contributing to the Low-Yield Nuclear Monitoring (LYNM) project of the Geophysical Monitoring Program (GMP).
  • Used Python to further study and observe underground events within computational seismology.
  • Conducted computational research with applied engineering concepts to help improve the detection of underground seismic activity.
  • Analyzed and solved complex ordinary differential equations (ODEs) to determine reduced displacement potential (RDP) for underground events.
  • (Q clearance project, many details are under NDA.)

Team Lead, Design and Analysis of COEX Drone

Elizabeth City State University
Elizabeth City, NC
08.2022 - 05.2023
  • Design leader for a two-part project constructing and programming flying drone to operate autonomously.
  • Used FARO Arm technology to reverse-engineer COEX model quadcopter, clearing a critical path to project completion.
  • Excelled in Solidworks to design a dynamic X-class propeller and other 3D drone pieces to support flight.
  • 3D-printed drone parts via FDM and facilitated assembly.
  • Calculated total lift force needed, drag, and computed stress analysis using Solidworks.

Mechanical Testing Researcher (NNSA)

Elizabeth City State University
Elizabeth City, NC
01.2021 - 05.2023
  • Designed five dog-bone test specimens of varying materials using CAD software Geomagic Design X and Solidworks.
  • Fabricated multi-structured test specimens using the MakerBot Method X 3D printer.
  • Operated Instron 3400 tensile test machine to further study mechanical properties of specimens on a nanoscale.
  • Best Research Poster (see Accomplishments).

Materials Science Researcher (NNSA)

Norfolk State University
Norfolk, VA
06.2022 - 08.2022
  • Company Overview: Center for Materials Science Research
  • Prepared substrate samples of BITh monomer with gold and silver using thermal vapor deposition to be used throughout the research.
  • Used Tungsten and UV lamps to create a photopolymerization reaction on the monomer.
  • Operated a Kelvin Probe to determine the work function of samples and used a UV-Vis Spectrophotometer to derive calculations of Beer-Lambert Law.

Solar Panel Installation Technician

Elizabeth City State University
Elizabeth City, NC
02.2022 - 06.2022
  • Installed solar panels to power a reverse osmosis device that produces clean river water.
  • Fabricated a metallic frame to maintain solar panels.
  • Assembled and programmed an AC to DC converter, harnessing solar power for the reverse osmosis device.

Alternative Power Research Intern

East Carolina University
Greenville, NC
06.2021 - 08.2021
  • Company Overview: NNSA - MSIPP funded project
  • Compared existing research on ocean wave harvesting found through university databases.
  • Performed complex calculations; experimented with applicable variables to determine optimal energy alternatives for ocean buoys.

Education

B.S. - Mechanical Engineering Technology, Mathematics

Elizabeth City State University
Elizabeth City, NC

Skills

  • SolidWorks and AutoCAD
  • Python programming
  • MatLab
  • Technical writing and documentation
  • Project management
  • Mechanical testing and analysis
  • 3D scanning
  • CNC machining and fabrication
  • Pressure and thermal systems
  • Spectroscopy techniques
  • Fused deposition modeling
  • Lab equipment operation
  • Comprehensive drawing review
  • Confined spaces qualification

Certification

  • Secret government clearance
  • ATMAE-certified technical professional
  • Adobe certified professional
  • Microsoft Office Specialist

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual

Accomplishments

Newport News Shipbuilding

· On-the-Spot Award (2024)

· SUBE Engagement Champion (2025): Boost employee engagement by 65% and oversee communications between executive leadership and employees.

Elizabeth City State University

• GEM Fellow (2023-2024)

• Summa Cum Laude (Spring 2023)

• Best Research Poster Presentation, VSU Research Symposium, April 2023.

• Johnny L. Houston Excellence Award in Engineering Technology, April 2022

Timeline

Engineer Mechanical 1, Submarine Fleet Support - Machinery and Propulsion

Newport News Shipbuilding
10.2023 - Current

Computational Sciences Graduate Intern

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
06.2023 - 08.2023

Team Lead, Design and Analysis of COEX Drone

Elizabeth City State University
08.2022 - 05.2023

Materials Science Researcher (NNSA)

Norfolk State University
06.2022 - 08.2022

Solar Panel Installation Technician

Elizabeth City State University
02.2022 - 06.2022

Alternative Power Research Intern

East Carolina University
06.2021 - 08.2021

Mechanical Testing Researcher (NNSA)

Elizabeth City State University
01.2021 - 05.2023

B.S. - Mechanical Engineering Technology, Mathematics

Elizabeth City State University

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