Jon Gallego

Experience

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  Sonda Aviation Enterprises

  Jun 1999 - Dec 1999

  Software Engineer

  Programing flight dynanamics modules for commercial C-class simulators.

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  University of Manchester

  Jan 2000 - Jan 2005

  EngD Research Engineer
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  Romax Technology

  Apr 2005 - Aug 2005

  NVH Engineer

  Prepared manuals for operation of the Romax solid modelling software for the modelling of a truck gear box.

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  Rolls-Royce

  Sept 2005 - now

  Lifing of static turbine components that operate in the hot gas stream. The work includes preparation of FE models, assessment of the results against criteria for thermo-mechanical fatigue and oxidation.Involved in the development of rigs to test CMC components by leading the technical specification, liaising with the test house for technical and programme tasks, assessment and interpretation of test data.Leading the development of a test rig with Cranfield University to assess oxidation and thermo-mechanical fatigue of turbine components. Show less Local expert in blade tip-timing analysis.Technical specification, project management and data analysis for small scale vibration tests such as : HCF, Model validation via SLDV, strain-gauge calibration; Dealing with internal and external suppliers of test equipment and test services.Expert in analysis and interpretation of vibration data from compressor and turbine blades and vanes during full scale engine tests. Focal point for a sub-team of 9 project vibration engineers, including resource and workload allocation, reporting directly to the engineering manager.Technical coaching and leadership. Recruitment of team members. Show less

  • Mechanical Integrity Engineer - Capability and Methods

    Mar 2021 - now

  • Stress Technologist - Blades, Turbines Engineering

    Sept 2017 - Mar 2021

  • Stress Technologist - Static Turbine Components

    Mar 2014 - Sept 2017

  • Principal Vibration Engineer

    Sept 2005 - Mar 2014