AkusticaDirector of Product Development & Test Engineering
Dec. 2012 - Mar. 2014PittsburghAkustica is a pioneering supplier of MEMS microphones for consumer electronics, and part of the Bosch Group, the world's largest MEMS provider. Led a cross-functional team of electrical, mechanical, and acoustic engineers responsible for the development of Akustica’s MEMS microphones. Managed the full development cycle of multiple new products from kickoff through production ramp, achieving mass production volumes exceeding 3 million units per month. Created Technical Requirements Documents used as the basis for engineering development of new products, including low power, low noise ICs, and high performance MEMS components. Negotiated schedules, priorities, and resources to maximize development activities within a small organization addressing the rapidly growing MEMS microphone market.