Fernando Pastor

Experience

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  U.C. Precision, Inc.

  Jun 2013 - Aug 2013

  Intern

  • Designed fixtures for CNC manufacturing in a team environment, resulting in faster production times• Helped develop strategies to increase process efficiency by implementing new technologies as well as Lean Six Sigma approaches.

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  Ingersoll Rand

  Jun 2014 - Dec 2014

  Operational Excellence Engineering Co-Op

  • Developed conceptual and preliminary designs for Automated Guided Vehicles and Automated Bolt Feeders, focused on lean manufacturing and process optimization• Prepared over 50 schematic engineering drawings by means of Solidworks CAD• Devised manufacturing plans from preliminary designs by using 3D printed prototypes

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  Boeing

  May 2015 - Aug 2015

  Propulsion Engineering Intern - 737 Engine Installations Analysis Engineer

  • Outlined and directed test procedures, and analyzed resulting data, to assess accuracy of fire testing calibration equipment• Authored 5 engine specification change notices on 737MAX program, obtaining approval for changes from middle management• Analyzed flight test data and developed 50+ informative diagrams by means of Microsoft Excel for 737NG program• Selected to report out to current president of Boeing's Defense and Space Development Organization, Pat Goggin, and his team as one of 10 most broadly experienced interns Show less

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  Boeing

  Jun 2016 - Aug 2016

  Propulsion Engineering Intern - Engine Performance and Operability Engineer

  • Converted 6 GE9X engine control simulation modules from Boeing proprietary software to Simulink• Updated 787 engine simulation model to include Rolls Royce Trent1000-TEN engine• Developed Matlab tools to accelerate team's recurring tasks• Elected as Intern On-site Activities Focal to engage over 750 interns; developed and executed the Intern Passport Challenge program

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  Boeing

  Feb 2017 - Nov 2023

  • Developed Python and C++-based tools to analyze NPSS engine cycle models and flight test data effectively• Supervised and trained junior engineers in NPSS engine cycle model utilization and manipulation• Spearheaded trade studies to develop, implement, and certify new thrust ratings for the LEAP-1B engine• Conducted analysis of Part 33 engine limits test data, ensuring full validation of certification requirements• Led LEAP-1B installed engine performance showings of compliance to FAA Part 25 regulations for 737-7 and 737-10 Amended Type Certificate projects • Developed comprehensive ground and flight test procedures to meet stringent certification requirements• Coordinated with the engine manufacturer to effectively resolve in-fleet issues, addressing safety, durability, and time-on-wing considerations• Oversaw CFM56-7BE compliance demonstrations, ensuring adherence to UK Ministry of Defense regulations for the 737 AEW&C military project• Planned and oversaw statement of work execution for a team of junior engineers• Integrated seamlessly with cross-functional teams to address safety, compliance, and performance matters• Successfully resolved performance shortfall issues through the FAA’s Continued Operational Safety Program• Led Part 25 Major-Minor change certification determinations as Design Approval Engineer (DAE) for 737NG and MAX Show less • Conducted comprehensive performance audits on Rolls-Royce Ultrafan turbomachinery components• Utilized NPSS engine cycle models to conduct meticulous audits of margins to engine limits for Rolls-Royce Trent1000• Performed thermodynamic engine cycle matching using NPSS for rigorous performance audit purposes• Developed and fine-tuned NPSS models to facilitate internal trade studies for new Boeing commercial products• Enhanced NPSS modeling tool capabilities through diverse tool improvement initiatives• Conducted in-depth engine performance capability assessments for competing products, providing valuable insights for strategic decision-making Show less • Led collaborative NPSS model development of innovative hybrid-electric propulsion architectures in partnership with Georgia Institute of Technology• Conducted comprehensive trade and feasibility studies for urban mobility applications, evaluating various propulsion solutions• Conducted a thorough performance assessment of existing turboprop engines, including the P&W PT6A, for potential application in freighter aircraft• Actively contributed to pioneering research for a 1MW hybrid-electric demonstrator, a part of NASA’s Electrified Aircraft Propulsion initiative Show less • Successfully resolved over 100 Non-Conformance Records as a proactive Liaison Engineer in the fast-paced and ever-changing 737 production system• Executed a top-priority Renton Factory project to support production rates of 47 737 aircraft per month, leading to assembly bar time savings of 3 hours• Streamlined KC-46 tanker Installation Plans, achieving a 50% reduction in time compared to the 5-line average times• Drove fuel system reliability improvements to 737NG fuel system as Fuel Systems Design Engineer Show less

  • Engine Performance Lead Engineer

    Jan 2020 - Nov 2023

  • Propulsion Technology Analysis Engineer

    Sept 2019 - Nov 2023

  • Propulsion Product Development - Performance Engineer

    Sept 2018 - Sept 2019

  • Propulsion Rotation Program - Rotation Engineer

    Feb 2017 - Sept 2018
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  Pratt & Whitney

  Nov 2023 - now

  Principal Engineer