Uzair Farid, MEM, PMP

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About me
Sr. Systems Engineer at RTX - Pratt & Whitney || Duke MEM Alum || UF MAE Alum
Education
- University of Florida
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  Certificate Engineering Innovation
  With core themes involving the study of innovation, entrepreneurship, leadership, and ethics, this certificate develops a comprehensive skill set that is applied in innovation-driven enterprises and within larger organizations.
- University of Florida
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  Bachelor of Science - BS Mechanical Engineering 4.0/4.0
  Activities and Societies: EGN3353C Fluid Mechanics TA, Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Peer Advisor, Integrated Product & Process Design (IPPD) Program, Undergraduate Research, ASME, UF Honors Program CeDiploma Credential: 214R-JGQQ-URDB
- Duke University
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  Master's degree Engineering Management 3.8/4.0
  The Duke Master of Engineering Management (MEM) Program is a tech-savvy alternative to an MBA. The core curriculum allows students to build a strong business acumen, while the electives allow students to build specific technical skills for their future target job roles.Coursework: Marketing, Finance, Intellectual Property/Business Law/Entrepreneurship, Management, Product Management, Project Management, Data Visualization, Competitive Strategy
Experience
- Florida International University
  Jun 2016 - Aug 2016
  High School Summer Research Intern
  • Analyzed surface characteristics of various forms of carbon using SEM imaging and SAA to determine viability for usage in environmentally-friendly batteries. • Designed, built, and tested coin cells using lab equipment in the Department of Materials Science and Mechanical Engineering.• Received 2nd place at FIU’s Summer Research Internship Symposium. • Research poster submitted to 2016 NanoFlorida Conference.
- University of Florida
  Aug 2018 - Dec 2020
  • Worked under the direction of a Ph.D. Student at the University of Florida's Soft Tissue Mechanics and Drug Delivery Lab in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering.• Created a region grow algorithm in MATLAB that maps perivascular spaces (PVS) in MRI data sets of rat brains in order to better understand the role of PVS in waste removal from the brain.• Characterized the mapped network by writing algorithms to compute average PVS lengths and simulate one-dimensional diffusion. Show less
  - Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Peer Advisor
    Sept 2019 - Dec 2020
  - Image Processing Undergraduate Research Assistant
    Oct 2018 - Dec 2020
  - EGN 3353C: Fluid Mechanics Teaching Assistant
    Aug 2019 - Dec 2019
  - Design and Manufacturing Lab Project
    Aug 2018 - Dec 2018
- Pratt & Whitney
  May 2019 - Aug 2019
  30K Quality Engineering Intern
  A Raytheon Technologies Company • Worked on the quality team which supported production of the PW1100 Geared Turbofan (GTF) engine for the Airbus A320 NEO aircraft at the Middletown Engine Center. • Performed audits to ensure that the assembly floor specifications were being followed to assemble engines. Worked with mechanics and process planning to develop and implement improvements to work instructions. • Led root-cause analysis investigations on assembly defects reported by Airbus. Implemented immediate containment actions, such as updating visual inspection checklists, and further corrective/preventative actions to prevent repeat escapes. • Initiated population bounding in relation to product recall events. Worked with inspectors to clear suspect populations to prevent any work stoppages. • Received UTC ACE Associate Certification (comparable to Lean Six Sigma Green Belt) Show less
- Sandvik
  Aug 2019 - Apr 2020
  Student Engineering Consultant [UF IPPD]
  • Worked on an interdisciplinary team of six engineering students to create an obstacle detection system for use in the DR416i rotary blasthole drill rig.• Researched, procured, integrated, and tested various COTS sensors (LiDAR, radar, thermal camera) to create an obstacle detection system with high reliability, redundancy, and safety.• Led hardware integration efforts in mounting and reducing sensor vibration. Gained familiarity with system interfacing, communication, and architecture. • Managed a $12,000 prototyping budget, and periodically assessed customer needs, system functions, and technical performance measures (TPMs). Show less
- Pratt & Whitney
  Jun 2020 - Aug 2020
  Maintenance Data Engineering Intern [Canceled: COVID-19]
  A Raytheon Technologies Company• Second internship canceled due to COVID-19.• Participated in online webinars regarding resiliency and leadership. Gained exposure to employee resource groups and company culture.
- RTX
  Jan 2021 - now
  Pratt & WhitneyGATORWORKS Small Military Engines Pratt & WhitneyMilitary Engines - Hot Section Engineering Pratt & WhitneyMilitary Engines - Hot Section Engineering Raytheon Missiles and DefenseIn-country Qatar ADOC/AOCU SI&T Raytheon Missiles and Defense Qatar ADOC/AOCU SI&T
  - Sr. Systems Engineer / System Integrator
    Jan 2025 - now
  - Sr. Project Engineer / IPT Lead
    Nov 2023 - Jan 2025
  - Project Engineer II
    Nov 2022 - Oct 2023
  - OCONUS Systems Engineer I / Scrum Master
    Oct 2021 - Nov 2022
  - Systems Engineer I
    Jan 2021 - Oct 2021
Licenses & Certifications
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
  Project Management Institute
  Mar 2023
- CORE Apprentice
  Raytheon Technologies
  Oct 2021
- ACE Associate
  United Technologies
  Aug 2019
- Raytheon Six Sigma (R6σ) Specialist
  Raytheon Technologies
  Jun 2021
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Uzair Farid, MEM, PMP
  HSE Employee of the Quarter Pratt & Whitney Jan 2024
- Awarded to Uzair Farid, MEM, PMP
  Up and Coming Award Raytheon Missiles and Defense Oct 2022 The Up and Coming Award Program recognizes early career technical employees for their significant contributions and positive impact. Peers and Management vote for individuals based on past performance and anticipated future potential.
- Awarded to Uzair Farid, MEM, PMP
  UF Outstanding Scholar Award UF Alumni Association Dec 2020 Each semester the University of Florida recognizes students who have shown exemplary scholarship during their undergraduate career. Students are selected based on their Grade Point Average (GPA), Academic Awards, Research Projects, Published Papers, Convention Presentations, and Honors Theses.
- Awarded to Uzair Farid, MEM, PMP
  UF Summa Cum Laude Graduation Honors University of Florida Dec 2020 Granted to students who have a 3.8+ GPA in all upper-division courses and complete an Honors Thesis
- Awarded to Uzair Farid, MEM, PMP
  Merton T. Hartman Scholarship UF Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Apr 2020
- Awarded to Uzair Farid, MEM, PMP
  Anderson Scholar with Highest Distinction UF CLAS Sep 2019 The Anderson Scholars award was established by the University of Florida College of Liberal Arts and Sciences to recognize outstanding academic achievements by undergraduates in their first two years of enrollment. The award reflects the historical role of the College in educating students during their first two years at UF, and is open to all UF students, regardless of college. This award is the highest recognition bestowed on students for their first two years of course work, and is a true… Show more The Anderson Scholars award was established by the University of Florida College of Liberal Arts and Sciences to recognize outstanding academic achievements by undergraduates in their first two years of enrollment. The award reflects the historical role of the College in educating students during their first two years at UF, and is open to all UF students, regardless of college. This award is the highest recognition bestowed on students for their first two years of course work, and is a true mark of academic distinction for UF students. Show less
- Awarded to Uzair Farid, MEM, PMP
  John B. Boy Scholarship UF Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Apr 2019
- Awarded to Uzair Farid, MEM, PMP
  National AP Scholar College Board Jul 2017 Granted to students in the United States who receive an average score of at least 4 on all AP Exams taken, and scores of 4 or higher on eight or more of these exams.
- Awarded to Uzair Farid, MEM, PMP
  Silver Knight Nominee Miami Herald 2017 Nominated in the category of General Scholarship. The nominations recognize students who have shown outstanding academic and service accomplishments.
- Awarded to Uzair Farid, MEM, PMP
  AP Scholar with Distinction College Board Jul 2016 Granted to students who receive an average score of at least 3.5 on all AP Exams taken, and scores of 3 or higher on five or more of these exams
- Awarded to Uzair Farid, MEM, PMP
  Cambridge Scholar Award Cambridge International Examinations Aug 2015 Award recognizing high marks on three or more Cambridge AICE AS level examinations