
Michael Shaw
@michaelshaw
I design aerospace manufacturing solutions, repair processes, and training equipment.
What I'm looking for
At APEX Heli Support, I create FAA PMA application templates, repair orders for MD500 helicopters, and mentor junior mechanical and manufacturing engineers.
Previously, I designed aerospace tooling and manufacturing methods at Cassavant Machining and led design work for the U.S. Air Force F-35 Egress Procedures Trainer program. My background combines CAD-driven product development, production optimization, cross-functional leadership, and Marine Corps squad leadership.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Created FAA PMA Application Template
Mentored Jr. Engineers in Mechanical Engineering and Manufacturing Engineering
Created various repair orders for MD500 helicopter platform
Supervised on-site engineering team and dialogued with superiors about day to day needs.
Assisted with production and forecasting of components to ensure on time delivery.
Created Methods of Tooling and Methods of Manufacture for aerospace components.
Optimized work relationships serving as the Engineering representative for Quality Control assisting with nonconformance parts and root cause corrective actions.
Designed work holding for parts in various operation stages for use on 4
Mechanical Engineering Technician III
Aug 2020 - May 2021 (9 months)
Served as lead designer for US Air Force F-35 Egress Procedures Trainer program.
Managed projects ranging from small FDM parts to large scale multi function equipment as a contractor with DET9 ACC TRSS.
Created Aircraft Training Aides (ATAs) and Aircraft Training Devices (ATDs) for use by Air Force training programs.
Built relationships across departments to create a more unified team for dynam
Served as lead designer for US Air Force F-35 Egress Procedures Trainer program.
Managed projects ranging from small FDM parts to large scale multi function equipment as a contractor with DET9 ACC TRSS.
Created Aircraft Training Aides (ATAs) and Aircraft Training Devices (ATDs) for use by Air Force training programs.
Built relationships across departments to create a more unified team for dynam
Utilized AutoDesk AutoCAD, SolidWorks to design new firearms and case processing equipment.
Created prototype parts using CAD software for both FDM rapid prototyping and CNC machinery.
Built, maintained, and optimized a manufacturing facility for use in case processing for commercial and hobbyist reloaders.
Developed new case processing procedures for the ammunition manufacturing industry.
Utilized lean principles and kaizen approaches to optimize production lines for increased output and decreased downtime.
Assisted in developing high end match grade ammunition for use by various competition shooting environments and government agencies.
Verified that all process control parameters were being documented and followed at all times.
Assisted customer and team members with returns and damaged products.
Championed quality initiatives to ensure scape levels were minimized.
Assistant Manager
Aug 2012 - Feb 2014 (1 year 6 months)
Built relationships with customers to increase likelihood of repeat business.
Recommended merchandise to customers based on their needs and preferences.
Interviewed job candidates and made staffing decisions.
Assigned employees to specific duties to best meet the needs of the store.
Instructed staff on appropriately handling difficult and complicated sales.
Secret Security Clearance.
Managed moving of sensitive materials in a safe and effective manner for Strategic Weapons Facility Pacific (SWFPAC) at Naval Station Bremerton Bangor.
Led more than 50 safety and security briefs.
Deployed to assist in Japan's earthquake and tsunami of 2011.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Creaform
CreaformOS and Handyscan Training Certification
Issued Sep 2020
Glendale Community College
Associate of Arts and Sciences - AAS, Mechanical Drafting and Mechanical Drafting CAD/CADD
2017 - 2018
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Mechanical Engineering
2013 - 2016
Arapahoe Community College
CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician
2012 - 2013
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