SHAWN ALCORN
Hamilton
Summary
Mechanical Engineer with over 5 years of extensive expertise in mechanical and aerospace engineering, specializing in manufacturing fixtures and military-grade systems. Proficient in SolidWorks, Inventor, MATLAB, and mechanical analysis, driving significant improvements in system reliability and compliance with stringent standards. Demonstrates strong problem-solving skills and a collaborative approach, aspiring to leverage advanced technical skills for innovative engineering solutions.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
SENIOR PRODUCT ENGINEER
Prodigy Product Development
Cincinnati
08.2025 - Current
- Developed innovative solutions to address industrial challenges in multiple sectors.
- Built fluid analysis calculations for an innovative portable vacuum system while optimizing a tight weight budget.
- Led assembly testing to validate mathematical models, ensuring alignment with design specifications.
- Conducted benchmark testing for medical devices, supporting compliance and performance validation.
- Provided insights on drone development for DARPA challenge to improve design strategies.
MECHANICAL ENGINEER - MILITARY DIVISION
Federal Equipment Company (Fairbanks Morse Defense)
Cincinnati
11.2023 - 07.2025
- Developed advanced mechanical solutions enhancing system reliability and aligning with stringent military standards.
- Conducted in-depth system evaluations to ensure compliance with shock survivability criteria (MIL-DTL-901E), achieving marked improvements in resilience.
- Led rigorous testing protocols, ensuring compliance with military standards and achieving noticeable gains in system reliability.
- Perform dynamic calculations for motor sizing and system gear ratio design for roller doors and military lift systems.
- Executed precise FEA processes to meet customer contract specifications and improve project accuracy.
- Analyzed complex mechanical failures, identified root causes, and implemented solutions that significantly improved system performance.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline project timelines, achieving timely milestone completions.
ENGINEER, ANALYSIS
Belcan Engineering
Cincinnati
08.2022 - 11.2023
- Conducted in-depth thermal evaluations to refine design optimizations for advanced combat engine cooling systems, contributing to improved thermal management.
- Evaluated design options to optimize thermal cooling systems for advanced combat engines, supporting enhanced performance.
- Generate and perform thermal analysis utilizing CalideNG (GE Proprietary Software)/FlowSimulator.
- Utilized GASHTC for precise thermal boundary conditions, achieving substantial progress in model accuracy.
- Verified thermal models using 1-D Heat Transfer tools, ensuring high fidelity in simulation results.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop Finite Element Analysis models for jet engine components, including flame tube ring and exhaust nozzle, facilitating accurate performance assessments.
ENGINEERING PROGRAM MANAGER (2020 - 2022)/PROJECT ENGINEER- INTERN (2017-2020)
G & W Products
Fairfield
07.2017 - 08.2022
- Spearheaded design improvements for over 100 fixtures, enhancing the welding process and meeting evolving customer demands efficiently.
- Coordinated with production teams to enhance laser cutting processes, achieving precise and timely sheet metal fabrication.
- Created DXF files for sheet metal cutting laser. streamlining the preparation process.
- Created 3D models and assemblies utilizing Inventor.
- Developed CAD drawings and work instructions, ensuring compliance with customer specifications and manufacturing standards.
WAREHOUSE ASSOCIATE
Office Depot
Hamilton
07.2016 - 07.2017
PETTY OFFICER SECOND CLASS
United States Navy
05.2012 - 06.2016
- Trained junior sailors in technical skills and protocols, boosting crew competence and readiness in Mine Warfare, antiterrorism, and damage control.
- Led duty section to maintain manned watch stations and secure ship operations while ensuring personnel were prepared for unexpected situations.
- Conducted operations of UUV under mine neutralization scenarios.
- Evaluated maintenance protocols, implementing improvements that led to measurable gains in mission success.
- Managed secure documentation systems, ensuring compliance and accuracy for sensitive naval operations.
Education
MASTER OF SCIENCE - AEROSPACE ENGINEERING AND MECHANICS
University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, Alabama05-2023
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Miami University-Oxford
Oxford, Ohio05-2020
Skills
- Product development
- Project Management
- Manufacturing
- Design for assembly
- Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
- Thermal analysis
- Finite Element Analysis
- ANSYS
- SolidWorks
- Inventor
- MATLAB
- Military standards compliance
Additional Information - Security Clearance
Secret - Investigation completed in 2023
Timeline
SENIOR PRODUCT ENGINEER
Prodigy Product Development
08.2025 - Current
MECHANICAL ENGINEER - MILITARY DIVISION
Federal Equipment Company (Fairbanks Morse Defense)
11.2023 - 07.2025
ENGINEER, ANALYSIS
Belcan Engineering
08.2022 - 11.2023
ENGINEERING PROGRAM MANAGER (2020 - 2022)/PROJECT ENGINEER- INTERN (2017-2020)
G & W Products
07.2017 - 08.2022
WAREHOUSE ASSOCIATE
Office Depot
07.2016 - 07.2017
PETTY OFFICER SECOND CLASS
United States Navy
05.2012 - 06.2016
MASTER OF SCIENCE - AEROSPACE ENGINEERING AND MECHANICS
University of Alabama
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Miami University-Oxford