Rainbow SkyReach (PTY) LTDAeronautical Engineer
Jun. 2015 - Oct. 2020Springs AirfieldDesign of new components and systems for the BushCat, including new production and manufacturing techniques to match. Improvement and redesign of existing aircraft systems. Improvement and redesign of existing manufacture techniques. Troubleshooting of problem components and systems, including developing solutions to solve them. Working with the small engineering team to decide how to keep the Engineering, Research and Development department running smoothly and moving forward. In-depth involvement with and management of the Composites Department regarding new procedures, troubleshooting, and continual development. Managing, maintaining, and fixing the IT network and related features. Giving support to international distributors and customers. Occasional assistance given to Quality Control and Buying departments. Some of the major projects have included:
- Redesign of the main fairing and doors to improve comfort and usability.
- Design of a rudder anti-balance tab and related systems.
- Complete documentation, analysis, and limited refining of all composite parts.
- Developed prototype web-based sites for supply to distributors around the world, as well as a forum to provide builder support to customers.