Ray Christopher
Overland Park,KS
Summary
Accomplished Research and Development Engineer with a proven track record at Los Alamos National Laboratory, enhancing product performance and integrating new technologies. Skilled in materials knowledge and critical evaluation, I've driven projects to completion, significantly improving manufacturing processes and customer satisfaction. My ability to communicate complex ideas effectively has been pivotal in cross-functional team collaborations and product innovations. Strong collaborator comfortable working with contractors, vendors, engineers and staff at all levels.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Research and Development Engineer 4
Los Alamos National Laboratory
08.2020 - Current
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of new technologies into existing systems.
- Managed multiple concurrent projects effectively, ensuring all deadlines were met and resources utilized efficiently.
- Enhanced product performance by optimizing design parameters and conducting thorough testing procedures.
- Delivered insightful presentations about newly developed products at trade shows to generate interest from prospective customers.
Research and Development Engineer 3
Los Alamos National Laboratory
09.2018 - 07.2020
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of new technologies into existing systems.
- Developed innovative solutions for complex engineering problems, resulting in improved product quality and reduced manufacturing costs.
- Established partnerships with academic institutions to access cutting-edge resources and collaborate on joint research projects.
- Identified and resolved critical issues during product development phases, ensuring timely project completion and customer satisfaction.
Production Product Engineer, Senior
Honeywell Federal Manufacturing & Technology
07.2007 - 08.2018
- Provided technical support to sales teams, enabling them to better communicate product benefits and features to customers.
- Provided clear and timely technical data required for design and specification of product.
- Directed, guided and monitored support engineers and in-house operational personnel.
- Interpreted blueprints, technical drawings, schematics and computer-generated reports for product conformance with engineering design and performance specifications.
Quality Engineer, Senior
Honeywell Federal Manufacturing & Technology
05.1987 - 07.2007
- Developed inspection plans based on design specifications, ensuring all critical dimensions and performance criteria were verified throughout the manufacturing process.
- Improved customer satisfaction levels with timely resolution of non-conformance issues and effective corrective actions.
- Performed quality inspections and drafted reports to detail non-conforming material issues.
- Contributed to root cause analysis to determine core reason for failures and errors.
- Supported quality team members during corrective action updates.
- Implemented process improvements based on Lean Six Sigma methodologies, resulting in reduced waste and increased efficiency.
- Developed action plan for company certification using ISO 9000 standard knowledge.
- Enhanced product quality by implementing rigorous inspection procedures and conducting thorough root cause analysis.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Prairie View A & M University
Prairie View, TX05.1987
Skills
- Communication abilities
- Materials knowledge
- Customer Focus
- Manufacturing Processes
- Testing methodologies
- Critical Evaluation
Six Sigma Greenbelt Certified
Certified in the use of six sigma tools, such as FMEA, Control Charts, Histogram analysis, Pareto Charts and Root Cause Analysis.
Timeline
Research and Development Engineer 4
Los Alamos National Laboratory
08.2020 - Current
Research and Development Engineer 3
Los Alamos National Laboratory
09.2018 - 07.2020
Production Product Engineer, Senior
Honeywell Federal Manufacturing & Technology
07.2007 - 08.2018
Quality Engineer, Senior
Honeywell Federal Manufacturing & Technology
05.1987 - 07.2007
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Prairie View A & M University
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