Jason Dickert

MECHANICAL ENGINEER

Skills Overview

Jason is an accomplished aerospace engineer with many years of experience in the aviation and mechanical design industries. His expertise spans a diverse range of design projects, from commercial aircraft cabin components to business/private jet engine nacelles. Having completed a Master of Science in Biomimicry with distinction, Jason is dedicated to integrating sustainable practices into engineering design. His strengths include composite design, design for manufacturing/assembly, and interdisciplinary collaboration, complemented by his adaptability and effectiveness in high-pressure environments.

AEROSPACE ENGINEERING & COMPOSITES DESIGN – Jason’s years-long experience in the aerospace industry, particularly in designing cabin components and engine nacelle repairs for commercial and private jets, showcases his expertise in aerospace engineering. His work at Gulfstream Aerospace, focusing on composite, metal, and assembly repairs, highlights his proficiency in designing with complex materials and structures
BIOMIMETIC & SUSTAINABLE/REGENERATIVE DESIGN – Completion of a mater’s degree and professional certification in Biomimicry has given Jason a unique skillset. With the tools he has learned, Jason can apply biological principles to solve problems, leverage interdisciplinary collaboration, and use inspiration from nature to innovate in sustainable and regenerative design.
DESIGN FOR MANUFACTURE – Jason has gained a holistic understanding of what it means to design for manufacturing through years of design in aircraft cabin components, engine nacelles, and food processing equipment while working closely with manufacturing, production, and inspection teams. Endeavouring to understand the needs of all parties involved has allowed Jason to improve efficiency and reduce errors.
ON-SITE SUPPORT & PROJECT COORDINATION – Jason has been the focal point for many multi-week, on-site prototype installations and repair scenarios in the aerospace industry where root-cause analysis, multi-disciplinary coordination, and efficient response times are required. This experience allows Jason to collaborate effectively across departments in time-critical environments.

Caliber has experience in the Aerospace industry

Caliber Design has experience in the Biofuel industry

Caliber has experience in the Agriculture industry

PERSONAL STATEMENT

I’m an aerospace engineer with over 10 years of experience in the aviation industry. I have been fortunate to work on a variety of design projects and provide engineering support in high-stress, time-critical environments. These are the kinds of environments in which I thrive.

I’ve worked as a mechanical design engineer in the commercial airline industry, designing cabin components, structures, and systems modifications. Later, I designed composite, metal, and assembly repairs for engine nacelles in the business/private jet sector. More recently, I’ve worked in machine design and food processing.

Following a passion for sustainability, I completed a Master of Science in Biomimicry with distinction from Arizona State University. Biomimicry seeks to emulate nature’s processes to create more sustainable designs, and my goal is to bring this wisdom to engineering to improve our way of living and help our designs fit in better on the planet.

Project Experience

Handheld Meat Trimmers

Designed product improvements and new products for the IBEX line of handheld meat trimmers. This included the design of a new motor adaptor to receive the IBEX cable assembly and a new pneumatic handle exhaust connection. Product improvements were focused on assembly simplification and design for manufacturability.

Support Structures & Platforms

Designed support structures and platforms for a variety of complex vegetable processing lines. This work included calculations, design, modeling, and creating drawings to a high standard and in support of tight project deadlines. I also assisted the Structures Team leads with design specification creation, drawing reviews, and guidance for new engineers. In addition, I helped create and update VBA-based automation tools and Inventor iLogic.

Hook Wash System Electrification & Site Survey

Designed a conversion from steam to electric heating for two separate hook wash systems, including cost-effective insulated tank lids. Surveyed site pipework and updated engineering models and drawings to accurately reflect as-built conditions.

GULFSTREAM AEROSPACE

G500/G600 Nacelles

Designed repairs for G500/G600 engine nacelle components, such as inlets, fan cowlings, thrust reversers, and aprons. This included carbon fiber/fiberglass composite, metal, and assembly repairs. Success in this project meant staying in constant contact with manufacturing, inspection, and quality groups.

SolidWorks PDM Implementation & Training

Led the end-to-end setup and configuration of SolidWorks PDM, including custom workflows, revision automation, permissions, data cards, variables, and search tools tailored to Argus Group’s engineering processes. Remodeled and migrated legacy CAD data for multiple heater assembly products into PDM, improving data integrity and design reuse. Delivered customized PDM training workshops and documentation for engineering staff and managers, and provided hands-on knowledge transfer to internal PDM/CAD admins to ensure a smooth handover and long-term maintainability.

HAECO CABIN SOLUTIONS

Aircraft Interior Reconfigurations

Designed a diverse set of products, installations, and modifications for commercial aircraft, including but not limited to: outboard and center partitions for a Boeing 767-300, and a heavy floor structure modification under the forward galley of a Boeing 757-300. Client airlines included Delta Airlines and Air Canada, among others. During prototype installations, I travelled on-site to provide agile, responsive engineering solutions for the customers and mechanics.

GOOD BUGGER AWARD

October 2024

Jason was recognised down for the consistently outstanding work he is doing at Wyma while also being in the thick of finishing his Masters in Biomimicry.