Brian DeHart
Professional Summary
Working in Aerospace over the last 12 years, I have managed the successful certification of Flight Deck power supplies, Lighting systems, keyboards and panels, as well as DO-178 flight deck software. My contributions as an engineer include designing avionics enclosures, simple circuits, panels and keyboards, lighting Products, as well as developing planning documentation from PHAC plan for hardware aspects of certification to qualification test plans
Starting my career as a mechanical engineer I have experience designing ruggedized flightworthy electronics and hardware, using state-of-the-art techniques for thermal management, waterproofing, and survival in high vibration environments. This broad-based experience has given me a deeper understanding of the technical challenges and the level of effort required for the entire development period and production launch of a product.
Professional Experience
Honeywell Avionics | Jan 2021 to Present
Advanced Project Engineer for Sensors Guidance and Navigation
In my tenure as a Project Engineer at Honeywell Aerospace, I have successfully managed the cost, schedule and technical challenges related to roughly 5 million of annual spend, spanning Design for Manufacturability (DFM), Process Improvements, Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), and Engineering and Manufacturing Development (EMD) builds.
- Spearheaded a team in the development of a machine learning program for signal interpretation and categorization, resulting in a 10x reduction in failure costs through the implementation of a screening and detection process.
- Provided crucial support for custom Application-Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC) design and development, guiding the process through system testing.
- Slashed braze processing time by an impressive 62%.
Moreover, I've taken on diverse projects covering areas such as shock, vibration, centrifuge, and noise testing, along with initiatives focused on ease of manufacturing, electronic assembly, test station development, shipping cost reduction, epoxy cures, and tooling enhancements.
Spectralux Avionics | January 2014 to December 2021
Program Manager for 777X Aircraft Cabin Lighting & Power Control Unit
Led a cross-functional team in the design and development of two power control units with embedded software and general-purpose area lighting for the flight deck. Managed compliance with DO-178 and DO-254 requirements and oversaw customer coordination and manufacturing.
Mechanical Engineer for FANS 1/A Compliant ACARS/PM-CPDLC Avionic System
Designed and tested hardware for an avionics communication product, handling VHF radio and satellite communications for FANS 1/A, ACARS, and CPDLC messaging. Responsibilities included defining product requirements, improving airflow design, and performing CFD analysis.
Project Lead for MIL-DTL-7788 Qualification Program
Directed efforts to add flight deck panels and circuit boards to the government’s qualified parts list (QPL). Designed standardized parts, created all associated documentation, and successfully passed DLA audits, gaining approval for inclusion in the QPL.
Additional Experience
- NASA’s Orion Multi-Purpose Crew Vehicle (MPCV): Co-developed requirements and specifications with NASA supplier. Presented a prototype control panel to astronauts for testing.
- Embraer KC-390 Refueling Tanker: Designed illumination panels for the Night Vision Imaging System (NVIS) cargo control panels.
- Boeing 737, 787, 777, 747: Designed control panels and integrally illuminated panels.
Education
BS in Mechanical Engineering, Washington State University
Professional Accreditation
- Graduation from the Honeywell PM/PE Academy (41 courses)
- EVM Certification Training
- Green Belt Certification in Project UV epoxy curing