Objective

I have a passion for design and manufacturing, especially working with end users to get solutions in their hands. My background in various technical skills and ability to visualize solutions has given me a unique ability to both design and manufacture prototypes.

I would like to continue to work in the field of research and development with a company that can recognize new ideas and support research in them. I have worked extensively in products for the defense industry and enjoy that field, but I know I would enjoy working wherever growth is happening and I can bring value to a company.

Summary

  • Experienced in many aspects of manufacturing, especially sewn nylon fabrics, metal fabrication, and formed thermoplastics
  • Able to use knowledge of manufacturing and mechanical processes to engineer unique solutions to problems
  • Equipped with skills in 3D modeling and technical computing needed to create effective designs
  • Adept at working with fellow engineers and/or end users to develop products and produce prototypes
  • Able to quickly understand and think critically about a design and find marketable solutions

Education 2010

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ
2.84 GPA Studied mechanical design, stress analysis, CAD,
technical computing, physics, biology, chemistry and mathematics

Career History & Accomplishments

Self-employed, Coyote TacticalTempe, AZ

2005-present

  • Developed new marketable products with local companies, including Cavalry Arms, AGP Arms, Dillon Aero, Practical Tactical, Kutta Technologies, & Trident Concepts
  • Prototyped and manufactured tactical gear and sewn nylon products for federal and local law enforcement agencies, military, and private security firms
  • Created patterns for mass production using CAD software and drafting techniques
  • Developed and honed a large skill base to find and market unique solutions
  • Managed all aspects of company, including finance, supplier relations, marketing, etc.

Highlights: (references available upon request)

Thigh rig 2006-2007
Collaboration with engineers from Kutta Technologies in development of a thigh rig to hold a PDA for pilots to manage the control of a UAV. Several prototypes are currently being flown with the USAF.
Discreet rifle bag 2007
Development of a rifle case to be used for discreet purposes in executive protection and plain clothes police.
Vests and pouches 2008
Outfitting of a team of secret service agents
Tool bag 2009
Design and small production of a tool kit for ground troops to maintain the Dillon Minigun. Prototypes in use with 3rd SFG.
Backpack 2009
Prototyping design and production of specialized backpacks to contain radio equipment for the Kutta autocopter.

Welder & Machinist, Tyco TrailersMesa, AZ

2001-2002 & 2004-2005

  • Developed and used skills in MIG and TIG welding in the production of trailers, custom hitches, roll cages, and suspension parts
  • Used critical thinking to find solutions for fabrication and repair of trailers and off-road vehicles
  • Worked both as a team player and independently on many projects

Foreign Service Officer, Training Coordinator, Missionary,
LDS Church

Nairobi, KenyaAddis Ababa, Ethiopia

2002-2004

  • Volunteered for two years in developing nations to assist in aid, oversee construction projects, help with training, and find solutions to problems
  • Represented the Church at conferences at the United Nations and African Union
  • Presented statistical data to supervisors and other interested parties
  • Led and trained other volunteer missionaries and assisted local church leadership