John A. Diamond

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About John A. Diamond

Pragmatic and well-experienced Program Manager, Cabin Interiors Project Manager and Lead Engineer with over 23 years professional experience in technical analysis and design of cabin interiors and aeronautical noise control systems. Product knowledge spans interiors design, airplane engines and nacelles, auxiliary power systems, air conditioning systems and sidewall acoustic treatments. Combines excellent technical, analytical, and engineering qualifications, with demonstrated ability to manage and deliver multi-million dollar projects on time and within budget. Proven project cost analysis skills including budgeting, forecasting, and operational reporting. Led and managed teams of 10 to 15 engineers to meet airplane performance goals. Developed and maintained productive and synergetic relationships with all levels of working teams and managements to optimize project efficiency. Experience in aeronautical, acoustic and mechanical design with integrated solutions for injection molded parts and other airplane applications. Led team that designed and certified innovative integrated tailcone muffler on 787. Synergistic structural, aerodynamic, and acoustic design that saved airplane weight. Inventor of see-through acoustic splitter and co-inventor of stepped exhaust muffler, patent and application filed and granted. Extensive experience successfully working in fast-paced, highly demanding, results-oriented work environments. Strong verbal, written, presentation, planning, problem solving, organizational, and decision-making skills. Strategic, highly motivated, goal-oriented professional with strong organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities successfully. High degree of self-motivation, drive and tenacity. Well-known for translating business strategies into results through people. Specialties: Mechanical, Aerodynamic and Acoustic Design, Project Management Acoustic Treatment Design and Testing, Airplane Cabin and Engine Noise Control, Signal Analysis and Processing Software Algorithm Design and Testing, Engine Noise Modeling and Testing, Electronic Circuit Analogy & Acoustics, Airplane flyover noise prediction and analysis Airplane Noise Squawks, Aerodynamic Testing & Trimmed Model Development, Supersonic CFD Method of Characteristics, Data Analysis Programs Engine Cycle Analysis