1. E L B E R T M . S P E E D
3917 German Pointer Way  Fort Worth, Texas 76123  (817) 925-7265  elbert.speed@gmail.com
S U M M A R Y
An innovative and analytical engineer with extensive experience in creative conceptual design capability,
PC and CAD proficiency, as well as installations of airframe and subsystems. Directs investigations to
identify root causes to ensure the development of high-quality products for customers. Utilizes strong
technical knowledge to make sound decisions, creating new successes, solving challenges, leading a
strong team environment, as well as delivering results.
T E C H N I C A L S K I L L S
CATIA V6, V5, V4, Pro E, AutoCAD, Microsoft Office Suite, Windows
E X P E R I E N C E
LMI AEROSPACE, INC Fort Worth, Texas
Design Engineer Specialist (Contracts including Bell Helicopter and Triumph Industries) 07/2014 – 04/2015
• Bell Helicopter(6 mo. Contract)
• CATIA V6 and Enovia Design of Detail Component and Structural Sub-Assy
• Design splice plates to join Bulkheads and Trunions together
• Finish with redesigning the forward fuselage center floor Bulkhead including fastener pitch sizing.
• Installation of Hardware for 3D Assy drawings into Enovia
• Released 3D Models, and Parts List according to Stress sizing
• Proficient in Enovia and PDM.
• Triumph Industries (4 mo. Contract)
• CATIA V5 Design of Detail Component and Structural Sub-Assy (3D Models)
• Design of Slats Assy and detail and Assy parts
• Redesign of the Spar to fit for new Stress sizing requirements
• Design the Cove Ribs to fit for new Stress sizing
• Finish with design of the Cove Angles, sizing and fastener pitch to mate at the
Spar Webs and Cove Panel
• Submit complete 3D modeling packages to project lead for approval and release
• Review Drawing packages and specification to assure conformance as related to assigned job
• Liaison, both in-house and sub-contractor projects that relate to Mechanical Engineering and
manufacturing process
• Maintain communication with supervisory staff for schedule coordination of multi-projects and
identifying issues that prevent expected progress of projects
• Involved in new LEAN Process to impact project budget and reduce cost by 10% or more.
ZODIAC AEROSPACE SEATS U.S. LLC Fort Worth, Texas
Design Engineer Specialist (Contract) 12/2013 – 05/2014
• CATIA V5 Design of Detail Component and Structural Sub-Assy 3D Models
• Installation of Hardware for 2D and 3D Assy drawings
• Released 2D Drawings, 3D Models, and Parts List drawings
• Proficient in Structural seat manual, SmarTeam and PDM
• Submit complete drawing packages to project lead for approval and release.
• Review Drawing packages and specification to assure conformance as related to assigned job.
• Liaison, both in-house and sub-contractor projects that relate to Electrical Engineering and
manufacturing process
• Maintain communication with supervisory staff for schedule coordination of multi-projects and
identifying issues that prevent expected progress of projects
• Involved in new LEAN Process to impact project budget and reduce cost by 10% or more

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BELL HELICOPTER TEXTRON Fort Worth, Texas
Engineer Specialist 01/2011 – 10/2013
• Released 2D Drawings, 3D Models, and Parts List drawing into Bell Helicopter system using CAD Systems
CATIA V4 and V5
• Proficient in ENOVIA, BEIMS, BEDVUE, for witting ECR’s and ECO’s
• Liaison coordination with other functional areas within Bell Helicopter as well as customers, which
includes military and commercial, internal and external deliveries
• Contributed to V-22, CV-22, H1 Airframe, and Fiberglass Panel projects
• Proficient in Bell Helicopter SRM (Structural Repair Manual)
• Research and analyze design repairs for Airframe Assy and Installation Project
• Technical development of Airframe, Nacelle, and Landing Gear design
• Project Management, both in-house and sub-contractor projects
• Mentoring junior engineers, leading technical teams, and maintain control of engineering and design projects
• Involved in LEAN and Six Sigma process to impact project budget and reduce cost by 10% or more
L-3 COMMUNICATION Waco, Texas
Senior Liaison Mechanical Engineer II 06/2008 – 01/2011
• Integral role in C130 Production Support Liaison team
• Research, analyze and design repairs for structural defects, corrosion, and service damage to the aircraft
• Held MRB authority to complete structural changes to C130 aircraft
• Implemented changes to SRM (Structural Repair Manual).
• MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) to Frame, Bulkhead, Skin repair, Braking Systems and Landing Gear
replacements
• Conduct routine and special inspections as required by L-3 Communication on the wheel / tire, fit and function on
the aircraft
• Assist mechanics in evaluating the best course of action
• Assigned aircraft tail-number for completion of structural maintenance
• Coordinated with Stress and Design engineering to implement cost effective changes
• Assigned discrepancy reports (DR’s) for manufacturing support
• Investigated manufacturing issues as well as provided engineering and design changes
• Incorporated changed and break-in parts effectively for engineering change order
• Released 2D engineering change notices via Team Center
• Redesigned structural failed issues, using ProE and AutoCAD for manufacturing support
• Delivered on-time product support to customer manufacturing
LOCKHEED MARTIN Fort Worth, Texas
Senior Aeronautical Engineer (Liaison Team) 06/2003 – 04/2008
• Integral part of F-35 and F-16 production Support Liaison team
• Involved in weight saving program for Production on F-35 program
• Material Review Board MRB authority to complete structural changes to Aircraft
• Research, analyze and repairs Frame and Bulkhead structural parts
• Worked with mechanic on the Brake Systems and installation of Landing Gear
• Provide assistance to material substitution and alternatives and production methods
• Provided engineering actions for manufacturing support and resolution of manufacturing issues
• Effectively incorporated changes and break-in parts request change notices
• Released 2D engineering change notice via electronic job delay summary
• Released 3D and part list changes in parts data management (PDM), linking associated parts for parts list updates in
PDM flagging parts
• Initiated engineering change notice for canopy transparency, aiding in the manufacturing of transparency

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BELL HELICOPTER TEXTRON Fort Worth, Texas
Senior Engineer (Contract) 07/2002 – 02/2003
• Integral role in V-22, CV-22, H1 wiring, and bracket interference projects
• Research analyze and design repairs for Wiring Installation Project
• Research 2D Drawing and redesign brackets for new wire bundle installation
• Clocked connectors for wiring harness on 2D and 3D drawing
• Performed electronic mock-up interference checks to assure brackets and connectors are installed correctly
• Released 2D, 3D, and Parts List drawing into Bell Helicopter parts tracking system
AEROBOTICS ENGINEERING AND MANUFACTURING Euless, Texas
Design Team Manager 2D/3D Design Group 09/1995 – 04/2002
(Boeing 747, 757, 767, Bell 412, 609, V-22, Wyman Gordon, and Government Projects)
• Oversaw team of 14-25 (engineering/drafters), running two shifts on multiple projects as well as two to ten on off-site
“Industry Assist” programs
• Assist Program that include Boeing, Lockheed, Bell Helicopter, and Volt Aerospace
• Developed and approved test plans and engineering work authorizations, resolving and implementing approved
Service Related Problems (SRP)
• Released 2D, 3D, and Parts List drawing into Boeing parts tracking system (PDM)
• Enhanced 2D geometry complying with close tolerance levels
• Managed project for aeronautical equipment and parts-related projects
• Provided cost, resource, and completion time estimates for new project bids and quotes
• Managed project budgets ranging from $300,000 to over $1 million
• Led fast-paced projects with no overruns or in-house reworks required and utilized project management “best
practices” and current methodologies to drive projects to completion
• Trained new employees to prepare for multiple project assignments; conducted performance reviews to ensure
employee personal and project success
E D U C A T I O N
PRAIRIE VIEW A&M UNIVERSITY, Prairie View, Texas, B.S., Mechanical Engineering, 1995