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Robert Brennan

Hamilton,OH

Summary

Experienced Senior Engineer with a demonstrated history of working in the aviation and aerospace industry. Skilled in Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing, Engineering Management, Product Design, Unigraphics (NX), Computer-Aided Design (CAD), and CATIA.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Engineer, Sustaining Engineering

Collins Aerospace Systems
Winston-Salem, NC
11.2018 - 07.2023
  • Performed root cause analysis of problems, documented faults in tracking system and generated daily reports.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.
  • Implemented best practices in engineering standards and procedures.
  • Led team meetings to discuss project progress and address issues.
  • Collaborated with other departments on cross-functional projects.
  • Mentored junior engineers on programming techniques and industry best practices.

Senior Engineer

B/E Aerospace / Rockwell Collins
Winston-Salem, NC
04.2013 - 11.2018
  • Reviewed engineering change orders and implemented changes according to customer needs.
  • Participated in cross-functional teams responsible for developing innovative solutions.
  • Monitored design processes from conceptual phase through construction.
  • Provided technical guidance to junior engineers in the development of product designs.
  • Created 3D models, assemblies, and drawings to support design projects.
  • Developed detailed mechanical designs and drawings for new products using CAD software.

Design Engineer

Two Roads Professional Resources
Tucson, AZ
07.2011 - 04.2013
  • Design Super First-Class suites for Emirates and Qatar Airways Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing ASME 14.5
  • Created detailed drawings of parts using AutoCAD software.
  • Developed and implemented advanced design concepts for mechanical components.
  • Managed the development process from concept through production launch.
  • Assessed existing designs for improvement opportunities or potential areas of failure prior to release.
  • Supervised and trained team members on best practices for design optimization techniques.
  • Performed stress analysis on designs using finite element analysis tools.
  • Resolved complex design issues in a timely manner while adhering to tight deadlines.
  • Identified root cause of design problems through data analysis and testing methods.
  • Analyzed customer requirements to ensure design specifications were met.
  • Organized weekly meetings with cross-functional teams to discuss progress on current projects.
  • Sketched outline designs and used CAD programs to create detailed designs and specifications.

Designer and Drafter

System Staffing Group
02.2011 - 07.2011
  • Design surgical /operating tools Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing ASME 14.5

Designer and Drafter

Reps Resource
04.2009 - 01.2011
  • Designer and Drafter for GE, Siemens and Westinghouse engine programs, using Unigraphics NX 4-NX 7.5 Designer for engine repair tooling Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing ASME 14.5 Mentoring Drafters

Designer and Drafter

CDI Aerospace / TK Engineering
03.2005 - 04.2009
  • Designer and Drafter for JSF, GE38 and GENX engine programs, using Unigraphics NX 2-NX 4 Designer & Drafter for JSF Engine Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing ASME 14.5 Mentoring Drafters Change in design drafts Suggested and helped implement GE standard classes Attended GE standard classes

Education

Advanced Unigraphics modeling/Advanced surfacing/Team Center -

General Motors University
01.2001

Auto body design -

Macomb Community College
01.1995

Graduated, diploma, including Co-Op classes in computer tech and basic AutoCAD -

Cousino Senior High School

Skills

  • Process Development
  • Staff Supervision
  • Team Leadership
  • Proficiency of AutoCAD
  • Deadline Management
  • 2D and 3D Modeling
  • Requests for Information RFIs
  • Risk Analysis
  • Attention to Detail
  • Design Verification
  • Work Prioritization
  • Management Skills
  • Product Development
  • Engineering Studies
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Design Optimization

Timeline

Senior Engineer, Sustaining Engineering

Collins Aerospace Systems
11.2018 - 07.2023

Senior Engineer

B/E Aerospace / Rockwell Collins
04.2013 - 11.2018

Design Engineer

Two Roads Professional Resources
07.2011 - 04.2013

Designer and Drafter

System Staffing Group
02.2011 - 07.2011

Designer and Drafter

Reps Resource
04.2009 - 01.2011

Designer and Drafter

CDI Aerospace / TK Engineering
03.2005 - 04.2009

Advanced Unigraphics modeling/Advanced surfacing/Team Center -

General Motors University

Auto body design -

Macomb Community College

Graduated, diploma, including Co-Op classes in computer tech and basic AutoCAD -

Cousino Senior High School

Robert Brennan