Kevin Huang

Master's

Mechanical Engineering

FWMAV

Lead Engineer AND Project Manager

• Managed and trained a team of 25 junior engineers in R&D and manufacturing, overseeing lab operations, project deliverables, and budget management to ensure the timely completion of milestones. • Designed and modeled complex mechanical and electromechanical systems for flight operations using SolidWorks. • Prototyped flapping-wing linkages through 3D printing and optimized mechanical systems, resulting in a 60% improvement in overall performance. • Developed and executed test procedures for sub-assemblies and mechanical components, ensuring alignment with project requirements. • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate data acquisition systems, analyze test results, and troubleshoot non-conformances. • Implemented a DAQ system using load cells, low-pass filters, and LabVIEW to capture test data, and integrated the results with analytical tools such as MATLAB. • Conducted root cause analysis and implemented process improvements to resolve technical challenges. • Created and maintained documentation, work instructions, optimizing test procedures and standard compliance.