Philip Allen

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About Philip Allen

Electromechanical Engineer and Project/Program manager with 15 years of leadership experience, capable of directing a diverse, multi-disciplined team in the design and production of complex satellite systems and hardware, that facilitate successful missions, by delivering on time, within budget, and to rigorous quality standards. Expertise supporting the entire lifecycle of Class-A/B/C/D payloads by streamlining and optimizing legacy Class-A processes for efficiency and to support the growing small-sat and space business sector. Problem-solving and technical knowledge to execute with evolving customer requirements in a rapid, cost and schedule constrained environment, meeting or exceeding customer expectations. Ability to brief and provide technical, cost or schedule status to all levels of management and customers and lead VIP tours. Extensive knowledge of fabrication and assembly methods for metallic and composite laminate structures, using bonded and/or fastened joints for primary and secondary loaded structures. Demonstrated experience in Quality/Mission Assurance, Engineering, Program Management and Manufacturing, and have partnered with Functional homerooms, Global Supply Chain, Facilities, Safety and Operations in the successful completion of multiple projects. Sub-Contract Technical Manager of a major hardware supplier for the on-time, on-budget delivery of EM and Flight units. Mentee and facilitate skill-building, teamwork and collaboration on program to cultivate growth of junior engineers.