Michael Solomon
Port St. Lucie
Summary
Engineering leader with 15+ years of experience driving end-to-end product development in the automotive aftermarket. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, scale product portfolios, and improve engineering systems to accelerate speed to market while improving quality and reliability. Strong background in process optimization, failure analysis, and test infrastructure improvements, with a hands-on technical foundation and a leadership-focused mindset.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Engineer
Multi Parts Supply
Jupiter, FL
10.2010 - Current
- Led the development and release of a record number of automotive aftermarket products annually, contributing directly to portfolio expansion and business growth.
- Provided technical and execution leadership across engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supply-chain teams to deliver products from concept through production.
- Drove process and test equipment improvements to reduce development bottlenecks, accelerate speed to market, and improve overall product quality and repeatability.
- Evaluated and enhanced validation and testing approaches, enabling faster design iteration while reducing downstream quality issues and rework.
- Mentored engineers and technicians by guiding technical decisions, troubleshooting complex issues, and reinforcing best practices in design, testing, and validation.
- Partnered closely with customers and internal stakeholders to resolve product performance issues, translating field feedback into actionable design improvements.
- Conducted failure analysis and root cause investigations, leading design and process changes that improved reliability and reduced field returns.
- Balanced technical priorities with cost, quality, and delivery requirements to ensure products met business objectives and customer expectations.
Aviation Mechanic
Ametek MRO (formerly Drake Air)
Tulsa, OK
06.2007 - 08.2010
- Performed assembly, disassembly, overhaul, and testing of oil coolers, fuel heaters, and heat exchangers for general aviation and commercial aircraft.
- Ensured compliance with FAA regulations, safety standards, and quality requirements throughout maintenance and testing processes.
- Diagnosed and resolved complex mechanical issues, minimizing downtime and supporting safe, reliable aircraft operation.
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Aviation Technology Management
Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology
Tulsa, OK05.2008
Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) - Aviation Maintenance Technician
Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology
Tulsa, OK05.2006
Skills
- Leadership & Execution
- Engineering Team Leadership & Mentorship
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Product Lifecycle Ownership (Concept → Production)
- Process Improvement & Test Infrastructure Optimization
- Technical & Manufacturing
- Product Development & Industrialization
- Advanced & Traditional Manufacturing Methods
- Failure Analysis & Root Cause Investigation
- Quality Assurance & Compliance
- Tools & Technologies
- CAD Software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD)
- 3D Scanning & 3D Printing
- Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Timeline
Project Engineer
Multi Parts Supply
10.2010 - Current
Aviation Mechanic
Ametek MRO (formerly Drake Air)
06.2007 - 08.2010
Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) - Aviation Maintenance Technician
Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Aviation Technology Management
Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology