Epic Aircraft

At Epic Aircraft, manufacturer of the E1000-series single-engine composite turboprops (featuring Pratt & Whitney PT6A-67 engines and Garmin G1000 NXi avionics), I contributed to projects focused on production efficiency and design improvement. My work involved exposure to surface preparation, riveting, tooling design, and parts substantiation.

In collaborative projects, I helped identify inconsistencies in surface prep documentation, tested and calibrated countersink rivet tools, and addressed ergonomic challenges in tooling for sub-assembly, improving process repeatability and safety.

Individually, I modeled passenger air-conditioning insulation and designed a brake servo chain tensioner housing. I also conducted Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) and substantiation for components like the elevator and rudder torque tubes. To enhance manufacturability and durability, I researched part improvements, recommending flag notes and passivated stainless steel for empennage conduit tubes. This role blended hands-on engineering, CAD modeling, and process optimization within a modern aerospace production environment.