Nicholas Paine

Drive Systems engineer for the United States Marine Corp's fleet of H-1 series of helicopters. Manage efforts to improve the reliability, maintainability, and operational capability of the helicopter's drive system while reducing life cycle cost. Analyze maintenance and failure metrics to develop projects and prioritize work efforts based on calculated improvements in aircraft safety, reliability and cost. Perform investigations into gearbox failures, manufacturing defects, and readiness degraders.

Performed power distribution research and developed plans for emergency power shutoff. Investigated structural integrity of buildings to detail work required for improvements and maintenance requirements.

Performed material analysis in support of research projects and manufacturing discrepancies. Interacted with suppliers, engineers, and manufacturing to resolve production issues. Updated CAD models and drawings at the direction of senior engineers. Audited quality documents and manufacturing discrepancy reports for clarity and accuracy.