QUALIFICATIONS
- BSc Aerospace Engineering (2011)
- MSc Biomimicry (2024)
SOFTWARE
Mechanical CAD Software
- AutoCAD
- CATIA (Dassault)
- Draftsight
- Fusion (Autodesk)
- Inventor (Autodesk)
- Solid Edge (Siemens)
- SolidWorks (Dassault)
PDM/PLM Software
- Inventor Vault (Autodesk)
- SolidWorks PDM (Dassault)
Analysis Tools
- Inventor Nastran (Autodesk)
- SolidWorks Simulation
ADDITIONAL LANGUAGES
- Spanish
Jason Dickert
MECHANICAL ENGINEER
Skills Overview
- 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.
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
Engine Programme Design Support
Provided mechanical design and configuration support across multiple engine programs. Quickly embedded within the client team and delivered high-quality CAD models and drawings with minimal supervision, supporting configuration consistency and incorporating manufacturing feedback on complex assemblies. Recognised by the client for technical capability, professionalism, and the standard of work delivered.
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 in support of tight project deadlines.
Engineering Specifications & Design Automation
In addition to engineering design, I assisted the Structures Team Leads with design specification creation, drawing reviews, and guidance for new engineers. I also helped create and update VBA-based automation tools and Inventor iLogic.
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.
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 Nacelle Manufacturing Support
Provided engineering solutions during the manufacture of G500/G600 engine nacelle components, such as inlets, fan cowlings, thrust reversers, and aprons in high-pressure, time-critical environments. My work included conducting incident investigations; reviewing CATIA models and inspection data; designing carbon fiber/fiberglass composite, metal, and assembly repairs; and suggesting process improvements. Success in this project meant collaborating closely with the Manufacturing, Assembly, Inspection, and Quality teams.
Inspection Process Improvements
Created electronic inspection data collection and review tools based in Excel and VBA, resulting in approx. $325,000 in net savings in 2020.
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. I also conducted aircraft surveys and researched wide-ranging sets of data on commercial aircraft structural and interior systems to determine an aircraft’s current state and modification history, including AMMs, IPCs, SRMs, and product drawings and specifications.
On-site Support
I frequently traveled on-site for extended periods to support prototype installations, overseeing project progress and providing rapid engineering solutions to unforeseen installation challenges. In this role, I coordinated closely with operators, installers, vendors, internal engineering teams, quality and inspection staff, and FAA representatives. This hands-on support in time-critical environments consistently resulted in high levels of customer satisfaction.
Project Engineering & Training
Managed engineering resources and data deliverables as Project Engineer for a B737-700 interior reconfiguration. Trained and advised engineers at the HAECO Cabin Solutions facilities in Hong Kong and Xiamen, Fujian, China.
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.
