I’m the Sr. Director of Materials Science at HZO. I have an extensive background working with a variety of thin film materials for functional coatings and using instrumental and statistical analysis for optimizing properties and processes to enable clients and stakeholders to make informed decisions.
I’ve expanded my skill sets in data analysis and data visualization for process optimization, reporting, and troubleshooting by learning: Design of Experiments (DoE), JMP, R, Quarto, and Excel Visual Basic (VBA).
My efforts in DoE and statistical analysis resulted in a significant reduction in process time which is critical for improving throughput and increased precursor material efficiency which is critical for enabling processes with high precursor material costs.
The custom Excel VBA macros I wrote have reduced the analysis and reporting time from hours to less than five minutes for generating multiple publication-ready, time series process charts, and led to training others to use these macros for systems installed across North America and Asia, which resulted in significant time reductions for evaluating processes and troubleshooting equipment.
I’ve used my skills in Additive Manufacturing (3D Printing), Subtractive Manufacturing (Machining and Laser Etching-Cutting), Computer-Aided Design (CAD), Rapid Prototyping, and Thin Films Coating Processes [including Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD) and Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD)-Based Materials] to optimize processes with Custom Baffles, Fixtures, Jigs, and Tooling, which improved fluid & vapor flow behavior, coating thickness uniformity, and overall coating quality.
My academic qualifications
- Certificate in Project Management, 2010, University of Delaware, Wilmington, DE
- Postdoctoral Fellowship in Polymer Science and Engineering, 2006, Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division, China Lake, CA
- Ph.D. in Chemistry, 2005, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA
- B.Sc. in Chemistry, 1997, University of North Florida, Jacksonville, FL
Selected examples of my interest in continuing education
- 2024, October. AI Applications of Machine Data in the EMS Industry. Instructor: Tim Burke, Ph.D., IPC International, Inc.
My interests
- Learning new skills
- 3D printing
- Chemistry and materials
- Data analysis
- Data visualization
- Knowledge sharing
- Video games
