Peter Labansky
Naugatuck
Summary
Dynamic System Engineer with extensive experience at Sikorsky Aircraft, excelling in flight test validation and engineering documentation. Proven track record in project management and metrics analysis, leading teams to achieve 100% compliance. Adept at effective communication and technical writing, driving continuous improvement in complex aerospace projects.
Overview
47
47
years of professional experience
Work History
System Engineer CH53K Flight Test Program
Sikorsky Aircraft
Stratford
07.2018 - 06.2020
- Validate all documentation is correct on each flight test aircraft
- Sign off flight test aircraft for flight release stating that the documentation at that moment in time is correct for flights
- Revise all Engineering documentation as needed to support flight status of the aircraft
Project Engineer CMHP Retrofit/Build
Sikorsky Aircraft
Stratford
07.2015 - 07.2018
- Validate that Block 2 EC release dates support Operations build
- Provide metrics to ensure release of 100% of CR 1.2 and Block 2 drawings are on time
- Focal point for Engineering support to Troy, FAFO and Coatesville
- Create and manage 801,803 Engineering plan to bring 801 and 803 airframe back to an acceptable induction condition
- Coordinate daily meeting with operations to assure timely resolution of engineering issues and concerns
Project Engineer TUHP
Sikorsky Aircraft
Stratford
04.2014 - 07.2015
- Chief Engineer Turkish National Police Four S-70i aircraft through delivery in Ankara Turkey.
- Manage the creating, processing, and delivery of the TDP (Technical Data Package) for TUHP.
Project Engineer S-70i IPT Lead International Military Business
Sikorsky Aircraft
Stratford
03.2011 - 04.2014
- Chief Engineer of multiple disciplines in the design, modifying, and delivery to the Colombian Army and Sikorsky Training Academy S-70i aircraft.
- Managed the Engineering budgets for the COLAR and Sikorsky Training Academy aircraft in COS through the Earned Value.
- Managed Engineering support for Operations in the completions at multiple Sikorsky sites (SMCC, DFC, and FAFO).
- Supported PZL in the Green S-70i build and delivery as the program engineering lead.
Project Engineer MH-60R Platform
Sikorsky Aircraft
Stratford
09.2006 - 03.2011
- Platform Engineering Lead, providing technical support to Final Assembly Production line and the Military Hangar. I direct report to the MH-60R Chief Engineer.
- I am involved in the Lean Manufacturing and QCPC teams for the Final Assembly Line and Military Hangar.
- Platform Engineering Lead, providing technical support to Troy Alabama Operations onsite for design and manufacturing issues.
- I also provide onsite training for Final Assembly installations.
- I am involved in Lean Manufacturing and QCPC teams between Troy and Stratford.
- Provide technical support and training onsite to the MDCC operations center at Schweizer Aircraft.
Process Engineer Air Vehicle Integration
Sikorsky Aircraft
Stratford
01.2005 - 09.2006
- Develop work instruction documentation that balance training and skills of manufacturing center personnel using Cadra graphics.
- Participate in the Engineering Change Release Process by doing produce ability on EC packages.
- Employ ACE tools and methods to continuously improve design, manufacturing, test and support processes to improve cost, errors and lead time.
Supervisor, Product & Process Quality
Sikorsky Aircraft
Stratford
03.2004 - 01.2005
- Supervise 33 hourly Inspectors for the Assembly and Flight Operations.
- Train and Instruct Inspectors to follow all Quality procedures in the Inspection of the Aircraft in Final Assembly and the Military Hangar.
- Implement ACE principles in our day-to-day work.
- Keep track of production schedules and assign Inspectors accordingly to meet them.
Analyst, Product and Process Quality
Sikorsky Aircraft
Stratford
08.2003 - 03.2004
- Responsible for conducting product verification in support of Comanche helicopter.
- Interfaced with personnel at Boeing Helicopters in Philadelphia to develop a consistent product verification program for the Comanche Program.
- Provided technical support for factory floor manufacturing and inspection personnel.
- Created and implemented a process and product audit program.
- Developed audit checklists and designed a tool for tracking and reporting.
- Assisted Boeing and SAC personnel in developing and implementing an end item delivery process and documentation.
- Participated in several Kaizen Events and led a specific process improvement project to significantly reduce the flow time for unqualified parts tracking on the Comanche EMD program.
- Identified the need for, developed and conducted training programs to various multidisciplined personnel as a means of addressing issues identified during product verifications.
Senior Product Integrity Engineer/Supervisor
Sikorsky Aircraft
Stratford
10.2000 - 08.2003
- Supervised fifteen hourly Inspectors for the Receiving Inspection of Supplier parts.
- Wrote and maintained Product Integrity Quality Procedures for the Receiving Inspection department.
- Implemented and lead the ACE program for continuous improvement for Receiving Inspection.
ACE Pilot/Coordinator – Product Integrity
Sikorsky Aircraft
Stratford
07.1998 - 10.2000
- Provided training, guidance, and leadership on ACE methodologies to work area management and associates.
- Developed and maintain systems to efficiently track ACE data and report the ongoing results to the organization.
- Received a performance award for exceptional job performance.
- Invited to Ito University as a testimonial speaker on ACE.
Final Assembly Inspector
Sikorsky Aircraft
Stratford
01.1987 - 06.1998
- Planned and performed any final inspection assignments on new, production or derivative model aircraft.
- Work with Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering and other departments, as required, to solve unusual problems.
- Received two performance awards for exceptional job performance.
Installer / Assembler
Grumman Aerospace
Bethpage
01.1974 - 12.1978
- Assembled Installed, and fabrication of aircraft components on numerous fixed wing aircraft.
Education
Masters Degree - Quality Systems Management
National Graduate School
Falmouth, MA01.2008
Bachelors Degree - Business / Management
Post University
Waterbury, CT01.2006
Associates Degree - Business / Management
Post University
Waterbury, CT01.2004
High School -
Glen Cove High School
Glen Cove, New York01.1972
Skills
- Engineering documentation and design
- Systems engineering
- Flight test validation
- Technical data management
- Project management
- Metrics analysis
- Team collaboration
- Compliance oversight
- Process improvement
- Problem solving
- Scheduling strategies
- Project scope definition
- Budget development
- Technical data package management
- Quality control
- Training development
Timeline
System Engineer CH53K Flight Test Program
Sikorsky Aircraft
07.2018 - 06.2020
Project Engineer CMHP Retrofit/Build
Sikorsky Aircraft
07.2015 - 07.2018
Project Engineer TUHP
Sikorsky Aircraft
04.2014 - 07.2015
Project Engineer S-70i IPT Lead International Military Business
Sikorsky Aircraft
03.2011 - 04.2014
Project Engineer MH-60R Platform
Sikorsky Aircraft
09.2006 - 03.2011
Process Engineer Air Vehicle Integration
Sikorsky Aircraft
01.2005 - 09.2006
Supervisor, Product & Process Quality
Sikorsky Aircraft
03.2004 - 01.2005
Analyst, Product and Process Quality
Sikorsky Aircraft
08.2003 - 03.2004
Senior Product Integrity Engineer/Supervisor
Sikorsky Aircraft
10.2000 - 08.2003
ACE Pilot/Coordinator – Product Integrity
Sikorsky Aircraft
07.1998 - 10.2000
Final Assembly Inspector
Sikorsky Aircraft
01.1987 - 06.1998
Installer / Assembler
Grumman Aerospace
01.1974 - 12.1978
Masters Degree - Quality Systems Management
National Graduate School
Bachelors Degree - Business / Management
Post University
Associates Degree - Business / Management
Post University
High School -
Glen Cove High School
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