Manufacturing engineer and CAD specialist with 7+ years optimizing production processes across aerospace, defense, and precision manufacturing. Expert in SolidWorks design, CNC programming, and fixture development. Passionate about bridging the gap between digital design and physical production—whether it's optimizing tooling for 2,000+ units/month or exploring emerging fabrication technologies. Experienced in process improvement, vendor collaboration, and solving complex manufacturing challenges. Excited to contribute expertise to the maker community.