David Bernstein

Experience

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  Pratt & Whitney

  May 2009 - Aug 2009

  Support Operations Methods Engineer

  Designed electrical test fixture for replicating in-air conditions for detection of error codesDesigned tooling for overhaul disassembly of turbines

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  Joining Technologies

  Jun 2010 - Dec 2012

  Design and Implementation of Automated and Semi-Automated Laser Welding SystemsDesign of Workholding and Tooling for Laser and Electron Beam Welding Implemented industrial I/O controller and wrote HMI software for support of high volume laser welding lineDesigned and built semi-automated fixtures for laser and electron beam welding

  • Systems Engineer

    Jun 2011 - Dec 2012

  • Systems Engineering Intern

    Jun 2010 - Jun 2011
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  Kamatics

  Jan 2013 - Oct 2016

  Design Automation Engineer

  -Manage, design, implement, install, test, and calibrate automated equipment and machinery to improve production efficiency and safety. This includes the selection and design of control systems and software, mechanical and electro-mechanical components, and measurement control and safety devices. Also responsible for writing and programming code, developing system documentation, training and maintenance documentation, and performing a variety of tests to ensure system safety and functionality. Provide the necessary technical support for post-installation troubleshooting until the system is functioning safely and effectively according to specifications.-Stay up to date on cutting edge technology, to include but not limited to, manufacturing processes and equipment advances. Share knowledge and train Manufacturing Engineers to ensure use of manufacturing processes and machine methodology to support production activities.-Promote, train, and drive the use of lean manufacturing methods to enhance manufacturing efficiency and reduce costs. Establish emphasis and ensure due diligence in the research and development of Return on Investment (ROI) reports for equipment acquisition justification.-Act as the gate keeper for process standardization and maintenance of best practices. Steadfast in focus to ensure processes yield product which meets cost and quality expectations, with reliability and consistency. Show less

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  Elbit Systems of America

  Oct 2016 - May 2018

  Principal Manufacturing Engineer

  Working in a medical instrumentation environment involving manufacturing, engineering, and design with the following responsibilities:-Coordinate with internal resources including Engineering, Production, and Supply Chain Management for the smooth transition of new equipment, products, and processes into production.-Produce production layout plans and throughput analysis.-Develop, review, and evaluate complex manufacturing processes and methods to include run-times and bills-of-material, and initiate actions for adaptations or modifications to machinery that will reduce the cost of products or improve product performance, quality, delivery, with particular regard for Lean Manufacturing.-Coordinate Lean Manufacturing project efforts.-Identify needs and develop manufacturing jigs, tools, fixtures, and methods.-Analyze engineering change orders for effect on product producibility, test equipment requirements, work instructions, and test procedures.-Review and disposition of non-conforming material instituting preventative measures to eliminate or minimize recurrence. Show less

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  Clear Align

  May 2018 - Mar 2021

  • Specification, Design, and Testing for diverse Electro-Optical (EO) product development projects including various defense, airborne, and space-based systemso Specification and design of electro-mechanical mechanisms and componentso Line-of-sight analysiso Mechanisms for multi-field of view and zoom lenseso System light-weighting techniques / materials / trade off analyseso Passive athermalization techniques / designso Hermetic and environmental seal designo Electro-Optics system packaging & integration Show less

  • Program Manager

    Sept 2020 - Mar 2021

  • Principal Mechanical Engineer

    May 2018 - Sept 2020
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  Lighthouse Imaging LLC

  May 2021 - now

  System Engineer