SENIOR RESEARCH AND MANUFACTURING ENGINEER
RESEARCH AND MANUFACTURING ENGINEER
Spirit AeroSystems
[July 2021 – Present]
[July 2017 – July 2021]
Work in the area of nanomaterials and improving the design and manufacturing of nano composites
Evaluate existing designs and provide support in end-to-end fabrication and assembly of composite aircraft components on Boeing (737, 767, 777, etc.), Airbus, and Rolls-Royce productions.
Oversee the manufacturing process of composite parts for the largest engine in the world – UltraFan.
Create and manage assembly and manufacturing material masters, tooling orders, Bills of Material (BOM), and process plans for different engine composite parts.
Perform research and inspection of tools and components’ dimensional aspects for manufacturing parts.
Lead research investigating the potential of using nanomaterials to enhance foams and potting compounds for manufacturing composite parts in the aircraft industry.
Utilize laboratory tests, mathematical models, and statistical techniques to develop and launch new products.
Communicate project updates at the regular team, department, and executive reviews.
Develop and maintain proper procedures for internally manufactured stock components, resulting in savings on both materials and labor.
Utilize SAP, Outlook, CATIA, engineering drawings, and technical specifications.
Proficient in Visual Management, Visual Factory, and 5S.
Coordinate with other engineers in the determination and development of materials, processes, specifications, and related documents to be used in fabrication, rework, and repair.
RESEARCH ASSOCIATE
Wichita State University
[May 2017 – July 2017]
Work in the area of nanomaterials and improving the design and manufacturing of nano composites
Worked on the process, fabrication, testing/characterization of boron nitride nanotubes (BNNTs) reinforced nanocomposites.
Conducted detailed surveys and performing experiments related to functionalization of BNNTs.
Worked on designing, installation, and implementation of chemical vapor deposition (CVD) system for synthesizing of carbon nanotubes (CNTs) and graphene.
Supervised, trained and delegated activities for several graduate students.
Conducted morphology, microstructural, chemical functionalization, and characterization of carbon nano-structures.
RESEARCH AND TEACHER ASSISTANT
Wichita State University
[Jan 2014 – May 2017]
Work in area of design and manufacturing of composites
Processed, fabricated, and performed testing/characterization of various types of reinforced nanomaterials to improve the mechanical properties of nanocomposites.
Material characterization and data analysis, using various qualitative and quantitative techniques and tools such as Raman spectroscopy, FTIR, TGA, XRD, DSC, and SEM.
Functionalization of the various geometrical configuration of nanomaterials such as straight and helical CNTs.
Design, analysis, fabrication, and testing of composite materials and structures.
Analytical and finite element modeling of composite/nanocomposite materials and structures.
Served as teaching assistant for mechanical design, composite manufacturing, polymeric composites, and synthesis of nanomaterials classes.
Led, supervised, and mentored undergraduate and graduate research students to ensure proper understanding of the concepts and completion of assigned experiments for composite manufacturing lab.
MANUFACTURING AND R&D ASSISTANT
Micro Detect Inc.
[Feb 2012 – Oct 2013]
Production of diagnostic kits and reagents, performing ELISA test, and analyzing the data
Harvested bacteria and use it in antigen production for H-pylori and Candida for suggestion of best medical treatment and medication.
Assisted in creating, managing, and organizing Quality Assurance (QA) documentation.
Collaborated with test team and update defect/issues log with state and resolution.
Review products, tools, services, and facilities against requirements, standards and guidelines.
Created documentation of different devices and tracked related issues for improving.
RESEARCH AND QUALITY DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER
Renewable Energy Organization of Iran (SUNA)
[Sep 2003 – Aug 2009]
Performed analytical testing besides research and supervised contractor work to ensure compliance with company rules and standards.
Managed and controlled experimental procedure in installation of a 5KW hydrogen electrolysis production plant to maintain management objectives.
Evaluated compliance of machinery and equipment to standards, regulations and legislation.
Reviewed production information reports and perform mathematical calculation for optimizing system.e.
Maintained instruments and apparatus according to established procedure.
Identified calibration requirements and ensured to repair of malfunctions as require.
- Supervised workers and made a schedule work assignment for integration of photovoltaic panels with hydrogen production unit and fuel cell at the Taleghan site.
- Used different software such as Filerpro, Office suit, and also databases for connection among different units and controlling progress of project.