Matthew Lucas
Andover,KS
Summary
Research Engineer with six years of experience in aviation. Adept in designing, building, and testing prototypes. Self-motivated and dedicated to providing production support for new products and continuous improvement of existing products.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Engineer | AFP Programming Manager
National Institute for Aviation Research
Wichita, KS
01.2020 - Current
- Team manager from early 2024 to the present. Oversaw up to three team members.
- Programmed multiple 7+ axis automated fiber placement (AFP) machines using CGTech and Coriolis software.
- Evaluated multiple machines and methods to determine the best solutions for customer purchases based on their requirements.
- Researched and implemented new methods to enhance production quality and speed.
- Managed multiple machines and projects simultaneously to ensure efficiency.
- Coordinated with team members to fulfill project requirements, devise solutions, and adhere to deadlines, frequently engaging in production
- Participated in NCAMP material qualification trials for various types of thermoplastics, thermosets, dry fibers, and CMCs.
- Ensured compliance with AS9100 standards, in line with ISO 9001 requirements.
Student Research Assistant
National Institutes for Aviation Research
Wichita, KS
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Outlined, implemented, and maintained personnel-related policies and procedures.
- Assisted with quality control monitoring and the identification of the root cause for non-conformances.
- Created automated testing procedures to reduce variability and error potential.
- Received, evaluated, and scanned all new inventory, updated the computer database, and proactively resolved any variances.
Education
Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Wichita State University
Wichita, KS01-2028
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Wichita State University
Wichita, KS05-2021
Skills
- Production automation
- Machine operation
- AS9100 and ISO 9001
- CATFiber
- Vericut
- CATIA V5
- Part, surface, and assembly modeling
- Team management
- Engineering documentation
- Cost reduction
- Customer interfacing
References
- Joel Schule - NIAR - Research Engineer | AFP Programming Manager - (316)-650-2565
- Brian Clothier - NIAR - Operations Manager - (316)-207-6445
- Emilee Janicke - SPIRIT - Structural Analyst - (316)-347-3807
Timeline
Research Engineer | AFP Programming Manager
National Institute for Aviation Research
01.2020 - Current
Student Research Assistant
National Institutes for Aviation Research
01.2019 - 12.2019
Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Wichita State University
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Wichita State University
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