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Aerospace engineering Resume
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| Desired Industry: Aviation |
SpiderID: 4278 |
| Desired Job Location: detroit, Michigan |
Date Posted: 11/29/2005 |
| Type of Position: Contractor |
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| Job Level: Executive (President, VP, CEO) |
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ERIC E. RETKO, P.E.
134 SANDYSIDE DRIVE
GREENVILLE, MI 49326
(616) 225-8698 eric@der-faa.com
Experience:
OBJECTIVE: Consulting or Management Position in a challenging technical environment
EDUCATION: BSAE, Western Michigan University, Lockheed Technical Institute, Program Management, AS., Oakland Community College
LICENSURE: State of Michigan Registered Professional Engineer – Control Systems
FAA Company and Consultant DER Authorizations Parts 21, 23, 25, PMA, EMI, Safety
FAA Airline Transport Pilot /Multi-Engine rating, Current IFR
FAA A&P Mechanic with Inspection Authorization
SUMMARY: Twenty years of aerospace experience in engineering and management gained at industry leading corporations while designing, testing, certifying, and maintaining, complex and highly integrated aircraft, avionics, engines, utilities, structures, and systems
Active participant in joint FAA/ Industry activities; RTCA Avionics Committee SC-200 Integrated Modular Avionics, SC-205 Software, GAMA Avionics and Electronic Systems, SAE S-18 Safety Committee. Recently presented at the FAA/NASA 2005 National Software and Complex Electronic Hardware Standardization Conference.
Experienced in FAA/JAA Systems Certification/Safety on FAR 23/25/33 aircraft, avionics, turbine and piston engines, Systems Safety Assessment (SSA), Functional Hazard Analysis (FHA), Systems Safety analysis per FAR/JAR 23/25.1309, ARP 4754, ARP 4761, environmental and HIRF testing to RTCA DO-160D, and mission critical hardware/software validation per DO-178B/DO-254. Requirements verification and tracability using DOORs and Dimensions.
Seasoned project leadership abilities combining team building, strong computer and organizational skills, and a structured and logical system approach to problem solving. Experienced with the use of metrics to evaluate project progress and performance.
Proficient in leading electrical, mechanical, systems groups in conceptual and detail design and manufacturing process planning under a cross functional, integrated team environment
A strong work ethic, with a positive, successful, and creative management style
Experienced in development and implementation of engineering tools. 3D Solid CAD experience with Pro-Engineer, Unigraphics, CADAM, CATIA, PDM, ANSYS. Familiar with state of the art technology using engineering tools such as CAD/CAM systems with direct interface to thermal and stress analysis, rapid prototyping, and CNC machining. Experienced with precision machining technologies, sheet metal forming, castings, welding, and advanced aerospace materials
Supervised engineers and technicians in R&D/design/test/overhaul and manufacturing on commercial and military aircraft programs
Working knowledge of all aspects of aircraft systems, avionics, utilities, flight deck interface, electrical, fuel, hydraulic, pneumatic systems, and aircraft structural design
Experience in contract negotiation, presentations, customer support, and interface
Valuable, useful, and trusted Aircraft Industry and Certification Authority contacts and resources
Previous DOD security clearance
EMPLOYMENT:
2/2003 SMITHS AEROSPACE ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS, Grand Rapids, MI.
to Technical Manager/ Senior Staff Engineer/DER Avionics, Flight Management, and Integrated
Present Systems
Boeing 787 Common Core System Certification Lead and IMA Platform Staff Engineer. Developed a comprehensive FAA Certification approach for complex Integrated Modular Avionics Systems (IMA) hardware and DO-178B Level A software. Lead efforts for TSO and PMA planning and approvals and defined required plans and reports. Focal interface with senior FAA and Boeing certification experts for current and proposed programs.
Developed detailed Inter-operational Procedure Manual for Certification. Coordinated multiple subcontractors, vendors, and international team partners across multiple sites.
Designed highly integrated systems, hardware, and software. Lead technical volumes for proposals and new business ventures. Represent Smiths many FAA and RTCA and GAMA working groups, developing the next generation certification guidance material.
Staff Engineer and technical expert for Certification, Safety, EMI/HIRF. Company DER authorizations Chart C2 14CFR Parts 21,23,25 including TSO, PMA identicality findings, Safety Analysis and HIRF. Developed plans for certification of Complex Electronic Hardware (CEH).
2002 WILLIAMS INTERNATIONAL / WILLIAMS ROLLS ROYCE, Walled Lake, MI.
to
2003 Consultant Engineer, Aircraft Engine Certification and Flight Test
Lead Engineer for FAA/JAA certification efforts and advanced engine development. (See 1990)
1999 HAMILTON STANDARD/ SUNDSTRAND AEROSPACE SYSTEMS, Rockford, IL.
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2002 Consultant Engineer, Aircraft Electric Systems, Avionics, and Utilities Management
Lead Engineer in design and certification of microprocessor based, integrated electrical power generation distribution, utility management, and avionics systems for Regional Jets including Fairchild-Dornier 728, Embraer ERJ-170, and others.
Key engineer in developing a new product line of networked multifunction (500+ I/O signals per box) control and distribution assemblies providing critical control functions of multiple unrelated aircraft subsystems typically requiring many separate "black boxes".
Responsible for Secondary Power Distribution, Utilities, and Avionics integration including solid state, logic based switched power, circuit protection, and BIT of AC and DC aircraft systems and their integration with the Honeywell Primus EPICä avionics suite.
Developed Electrical Power Generation System control and contactor logic, electrical Load and Mission analysis, wiring interconnect and system drawings. Defined logic for flight deck interfaces including switch and lamps, Multifunction Control and Display Unit (MCDU), Crew Alert System (CAS), Synoptic Displays, and Central Maintenance Computer (CMC). Performed System Safety Analysis per ARP 4754 and ARP 4761.
Defined parameters, rates, and bandwidths for multiple communications data bus interfaces including: ASCB, ARINC 429, 1553, CAN, 1394. Populated ASCB using ESCAPE tool. Developed Level A software using Object Orientated Analysis (OOA) Shlaer Mellor Method.
Education:
1987 LOCKHEED AERONAUTICAL SYSTEMS COMPANY, Burbank, CA.
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1990 Senior Design Specialist
Responsible for Avionics, Engine, Gas Turbine APU, ECS, Electrical, Fuel, and airframe systems design, integration, and analysis. Key interface with major vendors, FAA, and Navy. Supervised 10 engineers in CADAM design of engine installations, fuel, environmental, bleed air, and fire detection/extinguishing systems on L-1011, JetStar, C-130, Electra, P-3C, S-3A, and P-7A aircraft. Designed FADEC system controls and diagnostics including ARINC 429 and 1553 data bus interface. Provided multi-year engineering manpower, facilities and budget estimates. Presented design reviews (PDR, CDR) to customer and corporate executive management. Developed and implemented a new CAD system, Engineering Design Graphics (EGD), with relational database and integrated analysis functions.
1988 AMERIFLIGHT INC., Burbank, CA. (Part time concurrent with above)
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1989 Aircraft Inspector
Inspection, maintenance, and overhaul on B-99, DHC-6, C-208, and Lear 35 aircraft. Performed airframe systems maintenance as well as inspections on PT6-27, TFE 731, and piston engines.
Affiliations:
1990 WILLIAMS INTERNATIONAL / WILLIAMS ROLLS ROYCE, Walled Lake, MI.
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1999 Senior Project Engineering Manager
A key manager and contributor in the design, flight test, and certification of turbofan and turboprop engines and their electronic, pneumatic and electrical systems. Projects include the FJ44 series Turbofan Engines powering the Cessna CitationJet, Raytheon Premier, Swearingen SJ30-2, and the FJ44-1C, retrofitting the Swedish SK-60 trainer.
Responsible for electronic control systems design and FAA/JAA certification efforts. Lead Integrated Produce Team (IPT) in the design of electronic fuel control systems and sensors, as well as design and life prediction of pumps, valves, bearings, rotors, gearboxes, seals, shafts, etc. Completed the design of the FJX-2, the next generation, low cost turbofan engine, part of the NASA General Aviation Propulsion (GAP) Program.
Responsible for successful planning, completion, reporting, and approval of FAA certification tests.
Participated in a successful restructuring to an Integrated Process Team environment
Managed design and development of complex digital electronic fuel control systems and was instrumental in software, ARINC, BIT, and functional control logic development and certification.
Conducted altitude chamber testing at NASA Lewis Research Center. Wrote test plans, flew, and reported on over 100 test flights at various airframers.
Designed control systems and sensors for military helicopter applications including the RAH-66 Commanche helicopter.
Defined requirements and procedures for FAA approved engine maintenance manuals for BIT diagnostics, Hot Section Inspection, Compressor Zone Inspection, Borescope, Oil Analysis, ITT Trim, Vibration Survey, Power Check, etc.
International experience as Lead Project Engineer and Cost Account Manager for FJ44-1C certification and flight tests. Spent over 6 months in Sweden, leading the flight test, certification, and initial product support for the Swedish Air force SK-60 trainer re-engine program. Designed, developed and FAA certified a simple and economical integrated electronic engine monitoring system incorporating trend monitoring, exceedence monitoring, and rotating component life cycle counting. Defined remote system for modem transfer and computer analysis of engine data.
Worked extensively with many airframe manufacturers on performing troubleshooting, systems and cockpit integration, and experimental flight test.
1996 SENECA AERONAUTICAL SERVICES LLC, Brighton, MI.
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Present President and Chief Engineer
Consulting DER Engineering and Certification services including Part 23 and Part 25 aircraft, Electrical/Electronic Systems, Safety Analysis, PMAs, TSOs, STCs, Avionics, and Engines.
Skills:
1985 JOHN DEERE ROTARY ENGINE DIVISION, Woodridge, NJ (formerly CURTISS-WRIGHT)
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1987 Project Engineer
Instrumental in the design, assembly, overhaul, and test of a new series of stratified charge rotary engines for aircraft in a joint project with Avco-Lycoming. Lead Engineer in design team, which created new engines from conceptual layouts to prototype. Analyzed/designed gears, shafts, bearings, rotating and static structure. Material Review Board (MRB) member troubleshooting casting, forging, and manufacturing problems in-house and at outside vendors. Lead Test Engineer for a NASA engine test program. Developed electronic control systems for fuel injection system, glow plug ignition, and cooling and lube systems.
1975 Aircraft, Heavy Truck / Engine and Automatic Transmission mechanic:
to Turner Ford, Troy, MI.
1985 McKenzie Ford, Rochester, MI.
Stadium Chevrolet, Pontiac, MI.
Romeo Aviation Inc, Romeo, MI
PERSONAL: Age 48, Married, Healthy, Experimental Aircraft Association Technical Counselor, Airplane Owners and Pilots Association, SAE, IEEE
TRAINING: Program Management Graduate, Lockheed Technical Institute. Cost/ Schedule Control, Systems Engineering, Pro-Engineer, CADAM, Unigraphics, ANSYS, ANSI Y-14.5, Systems Engineering, Total Quality Management, ISO 9000, DO-178B, DO-254, DER Seminars
REFERENCES: Select Industry and FAA references furnished upon request
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