Expert Witness 530756
Aerospace Engineering
Out of State, Indiana
Bachelor, General Motors Institute
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An aerospace structural engineer, this professional brings more than 20 years of experience in aircraft structures, certification, and compliance activities within the aviation industry. Their work focuses on structural engineering evaluations, including development of certification plans, loads reports, structural analysis reports, and test programs related to aircraft design and performance.
Their technical expertise centers on aircraft structural analysis and certification processes. This includes preparation and review of loads reports, stress analysis using classical hand calculation methods, and evaluation of structural integrity for aircraft components and systems. Their work also involves coordinating conformity inspections, performing and witnessing structural tests under delegated authority, and reviewing design data to ensure compliance with applicable aviation regulations.
They serve as Owner and Principal Engineer of an aerospace structural engineering firm providing certification and engineering services to aircraft manufacturers and aviation companies. Their role includes oversight of engineering programs, review and approval of structural data, and coordination of certification efforts with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Prior experience includes work as an FAA Structures Designated Engineering Representative (DER) and Structures ODA Unit Member, as well as roles involving certification coordination and development of engineering data for turbine engine components and aircraft systems.
Their credentials include licensure as a Professional Engineer (P.E.) and designation as an FAA Structures Designated Engineering Representative (DER). They also hold an FAA Airframe Mechanic certificate. Their educational background includes a Master of Science in Aeronautical Engineering Technology, a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering Technology, and an Associate of Applied Science in Aviation Maintenance.
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Degree Type
Master
Field of Study
Aeronautical Engineering
Institution
Arizona State University Campus Immersion
Degree Type
Bachelor
Field of Study
Mechanical Engineering
Institution
Arizona State University Campus Immersion
Degree Type
Associate
Type
Certification
Certification / License
Loads Analysis for 14 CFR Part 23 and 25
Issuing Authority
Kansas University (Nov 2010)
Type
Certification
Certification / License
Fatigue and Damage Tolerance Analysis
Issuing Authority
Patrick Safarian, Seattle ACO (May 2010)
Tags:
Aircraft Components
Turbine engine
Structural Analysis
Aviation Mechanical Engineering
Field of Study
Aviation Maintenance
Institution
Community College of the Air Force
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License
Certification / License
Mechanical PE Licensure (Idaho)
Issuing Authority
Idaho Board of Professional Engineers (Dec 2009)
Type
License
Certification / License
Structural DER Designation
Issuing Authority
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA, Sept 2009)
Type
Certification
Certification / License
FAA Airframe Mechanics Certificate
Issuing Authority
Federal Aviation Administration (Aug 2009)
Type
Certification
Certification / License
Boeing Structural Repair for Engineers I & II (120 hrs)
Issuing Authority
Boeing Training Program
Type
Certification
Certification / License
Flabel Practical Stress Analysis for Design Engineers (160 hrs)
Issuing Authority
Flabel Training Program (Nov 2008)
Type
Certification
Certification / License
Non-commissioned Officer Leadership School
Issuing Authority
U.S. Air Force (June 2000)
Type
Certification
Certification / License
Secret Security Clearance
Issuing Authority
U.S. Department of Defense
Type
Certification
Certification / License
Air Force Structural Maintenance Training (3, 5, 7 level, 360 hrs)
Issuing Authority
U.S. Air Force
Type
Certification
Certification / License
Air Force Corrosion Control Training (320 hrs)
Issuing Authority
U.S. Air Force