engineering portfolio · nuclear · carriers · integration
Lead integration of A1B reactor plant controls for Ford-class carriers. Coordinated with NAVSEA and Bettis for steam plant testing and power-up sequences.
Designed and validated zonal electrical distribution for CVN 79. Upgraded power conversion modules and fault isolation systems for improved survivability.
On-site engineering at Newport News Shipbuilding for construction of CVN 80. Resolved fit-up issues in reactor compartment and auxiliary machinery rooms.
Developed NDT procedures and weld inspection protocols for submarine nuclear components. Achieved 100% first-pass acceptance on critical pressure vessels.
Performed fatigue and obsolescence studies for Nimitz-class reactor plants. Extended service life of coolant pumps and control rod drive mechanisms.
Engineering support for common missile compartment and turbo-generator systems. Assisted in risk mitigation for first-of-class testing.