Paul Schtezel

Background

About Paul Schtezel

Integrity-driven, quality-focused, and detail-oriented Mechanical Engineer with a Bachelor’s degree and 17 years of proven success managing projects on time and within budget. Comply with Aerospace Fabrication Processes, Department of Defense (DoD) and (ITAR) regulations and apply lean principles to reduce waste. Surpassed goals by developing a NASA laser, a 3D vision camera for Boeing KC-46 Pegasus refueling tanker, an Embraer Enhanced Vision System and an HD3D camera system. Proficient in SolidWorks and ANSYS. SKILLS SUMMARY • Electromechanical product and tooling design using SolidWorks/SolidEdge/UG NX • Pilot manufacturing process development utilizing Automation systems • Develop next generation high-volume laser packages from concept to production • Design, manufacture, testing, and deployment of precision tooling for reliable production use • Technical leader and mechanical system architect guiding the development of manufacturing strategy and vision • Environmental Testing (ESS), Highly Accelerated Life Testing (HALT) to comply with MIL and FAA regulations • Proficient with 3D CAD modeling, detailed tolerance analysis and GD & T fundamentals • Thermal-Vibration-Structural analyses using ANSYS and SolidWorks FlowSimulation (CFD) • Strong attention to detail for prompt resolution of production related issues • Hermetic sealing with low-outgassing materials using various manufacturing methods • Track industry trends, research new domestic/overseas high-volume manufacturing methods • Materials research and specification for long-term reliability and lowest cost • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certified, ETI Group CORE COMPETENCIES Mechanical Engineering, Project Management, Precision Optics and Optomechanical Systems, Sheet Metal, Welding, Finite Element Analysis (FEA), Manufacturing, Machining, Hands-on Machining and Assembly, Plating and Coatings, RTV and Glass-to-metal Sealing, Hermetic Sealing, EMI Control/Shield, ESD Mitigation, Plastic Injection Molding, Thermal Cooling, Ultrasonic Welding, Vibration/Thermal/Structural/Tolerance Analysis, Problem-Solving, MIL-STD-810, ASME Y14.5-2009 Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD & T), International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Quality Assurance and Root Cause Analysis, Lean Principles, AS9100 and ISO 9001