1. SAM JESSEN
12027 Mill Pine, San Antonio, TX 78254
(210) 290-9851
jams516@hotmail.com
A forward-thinking and results-driven Engineering Professional with extensive
experience in cost analysis, project management, industrial and manufacturing
engineering, new product development, and sustaining production. Possesses thorough
knowledge of labor, overhead, statistical process control, quality, lean principles,
documentation, and techniques to manufacture and assemble products. Utilizes the
ability to plan and manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and communicate effectively,
ensuring the continued and long-lasting success of a business.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Project Manager, M7 Aerospace. San Antonio, TX. 2011- 2014.
Developed the project schedule using MS Project, coordinated the planning, purchasing,
assembly fixture acquisition and installation, 2D to solid model design and other
resources to build the prototype and deliver the first articles and production flaps.
Served as the single point of contact for all activities with the Boeing Corporation for this
$10M contract. Managed the first article acceptance and initial production of new air
conditioning ducts for the CH-47 helicopter. Also project manager for the structural
modifications to a Bombardier CRJ 900 nose section FLIR Camera Supplemental Type
Certificate.
Estimator-IE, M7 Aerospace. 2007-2010.
Estimated costs for aircraft detail parts, sub- assemblies and structures. Developed bills
of material, labor, tooling requirements, chemical processes, heat treatment and other
cost elements to meet customer’s request for proposals.
Estimator-IE, LeFiell Mfg Co. Santa Fe Springs, CA. 2006-2007.
Prepared cost estimates for jet engine shafts, control rods, thrust links and other tubular
aircraft components. Secured sources for aluminum and stainless steel tubing,
hardware, fittings, and outside processes. Purchased processes for gun drilling, heat
treating and finishing.
Cost Analyst, Mfg Engr, APW Enclosure Systems. Anaheim, CA. 2004 - 2006.
Developed manufacturing cost estimates for computer, router and server enclosures,
kiosks and rack systems from ProE, Solidworks and pdf files. Estimates included
detailed labor routings as well as material, hardware, plating and finishing requirements.
Wrote MBOMs, determined production methods and CNC tooling requirements. Detailed
tooling, fixture and other project specific costs.
NPI Engineering Estimator, CMS Hartzell. Morgan Hill, CA.
Plant Manager / Engineer, Par Four International. San Diego, CA.
Technical Director, Engineering and Quality. Lynx Golf Inc. City of Industry, CA.
Process Engineering Manager, Wilson Sporting Goods. Tullahoma, TN.

2. Mfg Engineering Manager, Speed Queen Company. Madisonville, KY.
Mfg Engineering Manager, General Radiator Div of Chromalloy. Mt. Vernon, IL.
Sr. Mfg Engineer & Process Engineer, Modine Mfg Company. Paducah, KY.
OTHER ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Planned and directed the start-up of titanium polishing and finishing plant in Tijuana,
Mexico. Selected the site and oversaw electrical and compressed air installation and
lighting improvements. Purchased and planned the installation of the manufacturing and
process equipment. Wrote process instructions and quality guidelines. Supervised initial
production. Developed engineering and quality documentation and operator training.
Managed engineering and quality departments in a three-plant operation for a major
sporting goods manufacturer. Designed and implemented new assembly and process
fixtures. Designed new equipment to inspect components and completed products.
Developed new methods to increase production over 150% and improve quality.
Managed the start-up of the assembly line and finishing process line for a new
commercial dryer for Speed Queen Corporation. Used lean principles to reduce WIP on
several major components. Prepared and managed budgets for the maintenance, tool
room and industrial and manufacturing engineering departments.
EDUCATION
BS. Industrial Engineering Technology. Murray State University. Murray, KY.
MS. Management. Murray State University
Metal Fabricating Institute. Purdue University
Six Sigma – Statistical Process Control and Quality Management.
MILITARY
U.S. Air Force
Aircraft Maintenance Officer
OMS Squadron Maintenance Officer
Fabrication Branch Maintenance Officer
Aircraft Accident Investigation Maintenance Officer