Zachary Gamache

• Developed and executed the strategy for model-based hardware manufacturing across advanced engine programs, aligning cross-functional teams and leadership to drive decisions and execution.
• Leverages engine design, quality, sourcing, and manufacturing expertise to set MBE targets and execute digital ecosystem strategy.
• Validated and defined digital capabilities to meet MB-DMI objectives, partnering with manufacturing and cross-functional SMEs (design, manufacturing, inspection) to transition to integrated digital workflows.

• Directed MB-DMI technology initiatives to address supply-chain challenges; served as model-based manufacturing SME for advanced combat engine programs; provided on-site support to shops and suppliers; aligned technology roadmaps to DoD/DOE criteria.
• Special Process Technology Leader – QCWI and P-Specification technical owner; T-052 & P11TF17
• Developed special process control strategies for emerging technologies.
• Established functional requirements for emerging high-speed turning technologies for alpha beta and beta phase titanium alloys.
• Led a multi-site root-cause effort for surface integrity defects in the rotating parts value stream on life-limited components, maintaining a direct operating cadence with senior leadership.

• Led enterprise model-based manufacturing deployment, aligning resources and shaping policy; translated internal/external challenges into best-practice recommendations; tracked industry trends to guide model-based enterprise decisions.
• Championed model-based CLM across seven turning operations for F414-400 fan, CF34-8 HPC, and T408 HPC blisks, streamlining manufacturing workflows.
• Applied closed-loop machining expertise to lead cross-functional teams integrating PLM tools into existing processes, improving operational alignment.
• Co-chaired an internal design board, representing SMEs across GE sites, and authored guiding principles, requirements, and policies to accelerate model-based enterprise deployment.

• Engineered closed-loop turning for life-limited compressor blisks (CF34-8, F414), eliminating manual intervention and improving capability to increase FTY and reduce human error.
• Managed CNC turning, milling, and drilling to manufacture compressor blisks and high-pressure turbine disks, improving precision in kinematic machining environments.
• Collaborated with an OEM to integrate 14 Fanuc-controlled 5-axis Mazak mill/turns, enabling B-axis turning to cut special tooling cost and improve part quality via tool center-point control.
• Implemented centralized Siemens Teamcenter tools to streamline PLM processes and built a digital thread linking engineering definitions to manufacturing routings with end-to-end associativity.

• Introduced closed-loop machining to VTL turning in a kinematic environment, integrating the post-processor and custom probing.
• Implemented PPDCS 6.0.0 to strengthen CLM and enable layered process control via real-time operator-to-machine data streams.
• Owned a stator turning cell, programming CNC tools for compressor stator production in kinematic environments and designing associated fixturing.
• Collaborated with domestic and global TTC teams to integrate Teamcenter tool libraries into the machining environment.

Programmed CNC vertical/horizontal machining centers and live-tooling turning centers, and authored setup procedures for customers across fluid power, industrial, medical, aerospace, and rail.

• Engineered manufacturing methods for new products across the full lifecycle, from development through production.
• Developed standardized manufacturing procedures to improve consistency across production.
• Trained operators on Mastercam X6/X7 (mill/lathe) and CIMCO to develop and post NC programs effectively.
• Implemented 5S for machine operators, standardizing workspace organization to improve efficiency and sustainment.