JUAN ORTIZ-JIMENEZ
Beaverton,OR
Summary
Multifaceted design engineer with strong background in liaison and MRB engineering, known for delivering innovative and efficient solutions. Proven track record in multiple CAD programs, project management, and structural analysis. Highly dependable team player, adaptable to changing project demands, and focused on achieving optimal results. Strong analytical skills and creative problem-solving abilities drive project success.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Design Engineer III
Sierra Space
10.2023 - 09.2025
- Finalized model and assembly updates to structural/electrical systems by working closely with suppliers and additional multi-disciplinary teams withing the Sierra Space organization
- Provided offsite and onsite close-out support to the final build stage of the space vehicle at Kennedy Space Center, consisting of consisted of identifying and solving problems in multiple systems including structural, electrical, and propulsion.
- Designed structural components in NX from concept to flight release
- Conducted thorough analysis of design proposals, identifying potential improvements to increase efficiency and functionality.
Liaison Engineer II
Sierra Space
11.2021 - 10.2023
- Supported assembly integration and test operations for the Dream Chaser.
- Developed resolutions for newly identified anomalies related to manufacturing and integration,
- Collaborated closely with Design, Quality, Manufacturing, and Mechanical engineering departments to solve multi-disciplinary issues.
- Optimized a personal system for understanding, communicating, and addressing nonconformances within a fast-paced production schedule.
- Developed and maintained technical documentation to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and best practices.
Material Review Board Engineer I
Spirit Aerosystems
03.2018 - 05.2020
- Formulated, analyzed, substantiated and documented dispositions for production nonconformances within Federal Aviation Regulations and OEM requirements
- Utilized independent, single signature authority for dispositioning nonconformances on aircraft structural components, systems, and functional tests under rapid paced production schedules
- Applied systems-thinking to improve producibility of hardware and in resolution of production problems
- Investigated root cause and recommended resolutions to design discrepancies
Education
Bachelor of Science - Aerospace Engineering
Wichita State University
05.2017
Skills
- Mechanical drawing: NX, Solidworks, CATIA, AutoCAD
- Stress analysis and FEA hand calculations
- Damage and tolerance analysis
- MES, Windchill, SAP
- Design documentation
- Technical writing for corrective and preventive action and quality control, and formal disposition preparation
- Liaison between floor personnel, multiple engineering departments, and administration
- Manufacturing engineering and assembly procedures
- Extensive working knowledge of material properties
- Project management
- Analytical thinking
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Design Engineer III
Sierra Space
10.2023 - 09.2025
Liaison Engineer II
Sierra Space
11.2021 - 10.2023
Material Review Board Engineer I
Spirit Aerosystems
03.2018 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Aerospace Engineering
Wichita State University
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